about

I never set out to create another skincare spa.

I wanted to create a place where people could slow down.

Where expertise feels reassuring, not intimidating.

Where every treatment begins by meeting the person before the skin.

Where care extends beyond the hour you spend in the room.

That's how LUI began.

For years, I've cared for clients in both clinical and luxury skincare settings, where I learned that the most meaningful results rarely begin with a product or a procedure.

They begin with trust.

My approach combines advanced skin treatments with thoughtful observation, creating space to understand not only your skin, but the person behind it. Every treatment is shaped by what I observe and what you share, because no two faces, stories, or goals are ever the same.

I created LUI to bring that philosophy into a space of its own.

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A bundle of smoked sage sticks tied with yellow string with embers burning at the top, used for smudging rituals.
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The skin is where we begin.
The person has always been the purpose.

Testimonials

  • Close-up portrait of a woman with long dark hair, neutral expression, and soft lighting

    Kasia Puszkiewicz

    “Carolyn has earned a fiercely loyal following by combining a masterful level of artistry with a dedication to her craft that is truly rare in the field.”

  • Woman in a white maxi dress walking near an orange wall with stone accents on a sunny day, wearing sunglasses and carrying a purse.

    Rebekah Lewis

    “Carolyn’s attention to detail and customizing your experience to tailor it to your skin's needs is unparalleled. She's so well-versed in the industry, a master at what she does, and is extremely passionate”

  • Jack Hou

    “Carolyn truly takes the time to understand her clients’ needs and creates an experience that is both welcoming and results-driven.”

  • A woman, a man, and a baby outdoors during fall, smiling and engaging with the baby.

    Abby Chapin

    “Carolyn for President!”