Have you ever noticed that on a good hair day, there’s more pep in your step? Or how after a tough workout, you feel like you could conquer the world? When you feel good in your skin, confidence just overflows.
That philosophy is the foundation for The Skin Cliniq, a new medical aesthetics spa in the heart of downtown Loveland.
Founded by Sally Mills, DNP, the new practice comes as a next step after nearly three decades as an emergency medicine and critical care nurse practitioner. A proceduralist with comfort suturing and performing rapid assessments and interventions, Sally found a natural draw to the precision of skincare and lasers.
But her approach remains the same whether she’s in the ER or her serene new office space. “Diagnose the root cause first, then build a plan around it,” Sally explains. “Aging and skin damage happen over time, and meaningful healing takes patience and a plan.”
Sally discovered the perfect intersection of her medical background and specialized skincare years ago, beginning with a makeup trial for her daughter’s wedding. And to our readers, I’ll note: the only thing more surprising than learning Sally is old enough to have a married daughter is discovering she has grandchildren. She has the glowing, natural skin of a woman with an unfair advantage, and now she’s ready to share her secrets with all of us.
Owning her own practice has finally given Sally control over the quality and care her patients receive. Backed not only by decades of nursing experience but also a Master of Legal Studies focused on compliance and the medicolegal aspects of patient care, The Skin Cliniq is rooted in strict safety standards and ethics.
This exceptional approach to care begins before the appointment does.
“My goal is to never have anyone waiting here,” she asserts, gesturing to the gorgeous front room. Her appointments are designed to be unhurried from the first consultation on.
No surprise, Sally’s patients span generations. From teenagers troubleshooting acne and new moms noticing the first signs of aging, to women well into midlife who want to feel like themselves again.
A message she hopes to drive home is that medical aesthetics isn’t about drastic change. “It’s not vanity to take care of yourself,” Sally shares. “It’s about supporting the health of the body’s largest organ — your skin! Aging gracefully looks different for everyone.”
It’s why she has a solution for every patient.
The NOUVADerm laser is a favorite, prized for improving scars and stimulating collagen. “I didn’t know I could love an inanimate object this much!” she laughs.
She also offers Cellenis Derma PRP bio-filler, a natural volumizing option using a patient’s own blood, often preferred for under-eye treatment or by those who can’t or don’t want to use traditional filler. Microneedling rounds out some of her favorite offerings, targeting fine lines and enlarged pores while restoring overall texture.
But The Skin Cliniq offers more than procedures. Many come in to enjoy a facial or browse new skincare products. SkinCeuticals is Sally’s premier brand, and she is Cincinnati’s premier partner for Jane Iredale, one of the few authorized to carry this makeup line designed for aging or acne-prone skin.
After an afternoon touring the space and seeing Sally’s offerings firsthand, I was ready to scrap the rest of our interview and book an appointment myself. So naturally, I asked her to walk me through what first-time patients can expect.
Initial visits start with the Aura 3D Skin Analysis to map what’s happening below the surface, followed by a conversation about goals and options that best suit your skin.
But what sets her apart is that Sally isn’t afraid to say no if a treatment isn’t the right fit. “You just get that intuition after nearly 30 years in healthcare,” she says.
Her intuition remains the same, but her new space is wildly different from the emergency room or helicopter. Situated above Curated Fine Furnishing and Design, the natural light and spacious office anchors you in a spa-like serenity. The space is thoughtfully designed by Jill Dowd of Curated FFD, a dear friend of Sally’s who initially brought her to the space.
Immediately after seeing it, Sally knew she was home — and our community has embraced her right back.
“The response has exceeded every expectation,” Sally shares, noting that support from the City of Loveland and Little Miami River Commerce Alliance has been outstanding. “Being embraced by the community has really made this leap feel worth it.”
If you’re ready to explore The Skin Cliniq, you don’t need to wait. Sally will be hosting events this year to introduce neighbors to the space and its services while welcoming this next chapter.
“It’s never too late to start over,” Sally adds. Wise words from someone who has found beauty in the path ahead.
TheSkinCliniq.com | 113 Karl Brown Way, Loveland | 513.586.6977
“It’s not vanity to take care of yourself ... it’s about supporting the health of the body’s largest organ — your skin! Aging gracefully looks different for everyone.”