Our Philosophy is Holistic, Clean, and Honest.
HOLISTIC – We believe treating the soul and mind cannot be neglected when treating the body.
CLEAN – We believe in ingredients that are clean and natural- this is the best way to be good stewards of our bodies and of our planet.
HONEST – We believe in honesty. We must be honest with each other and with ourselves. We must not buy into the lies of the world – especially advertsing aimed at women.
“Ah-muh-ree” – Chest for storage, niche cupboard, pantry, vestments and tools, a place for sacred oils.
When I first started experimenting with natural skin care ingredients it was out of a small closet which I had set up like a beauty pantry. I named my business “Almery”, an obscure reference to a church cabinet where sacred oils are kept. I started taking clients at home and my client base quickly grew. I soon realized I needed to transition to a brick and mortar location. This opportunity for growth also brought to me the idea of creating a spa type environment where I could provide space for women practitioners to hone their craft and start their own businesses alongside each other. The new concept Almery “& Company” was born – but we still needed to find a home. Growing up in Huntington Beach I would walk past this old Georgian style brick building on the way home from school. I had mentally bookmarked it as a place I would one day live but later found out it was an office building – so I ended up living my dream there instead! The home I once wanted for myself became the home of Almery & Co. We are proud to offer this space – a place where skilled practitioners welcome clients to experience their particular craft. The doors here are open to anyone needing respite from their busy life. Come and be rejuvenated! Release the bad energy and stress that clings to you. Leave here feeling renewal. These are the gifts of healing hands, sacred oils, and botanical essences. We encourage you to set aside time to give back to yourself. We have fresh tea and snacks daily and have a clean open environment for you to enjoy.
Observing and loving skin has been a part of me as long as I can remember. Some of my earliest memories revolve around skin and how it functions. Growing up in California with super fair skin it didn’t take long for me to notice my skin speaking an observable language of its own. Somewhere between avoiding being burned and making sense of freckles, I began to seek out age old secrets of health & beauty. I fell in love with skin care and decided to become a licensed Esthetician in 2005. Part of this journey has been reconciling the unhealthy world of obsessive vanity and unrealistic promises of the industry, with the healthy inner desire to look and feel good while using natural and holistic treatments. Along the way I discovered this truth – That you are beautiful at every age! There is something unique and beneficial about the age you are experiencing. The idea of anti-aging is not a healthy goal to live up to. It is important for you to treat yourself with love and to love the skin you have. The skin is an organ that functions with or without your help. Feed your skin the right foods (minerals, oils, vitamins, etc) and the healthier your skin looks. This is just as true for the inside as it is for the outside. Feed body & your soul good things and it will radiate out. Health is beauty! That is why I am here… I want to help your skin feel the best it can for the age that you are at. I feel privileged to open our doors and invite you to come in, relax, and experience passionate skin care.
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