Joi Aikens is
a self-proclaimed “product junkie” – especially when it comes to all things
skincare. Ironically, when she
registered for the 14-month certification program at Atlanta Institute of
Aesthetics, her goal was to get into makeup artistry. However, the skincare classes grabbed her
attention fast.
Students had
to learn about the purpose and use of different skincare products and get
regular facials as part of their lab requirements. After having spent lots of
time and money with dermatologists, Joi saw a big difference in her own skin
through the personalized care techniques learned with her classmates. “I saw
that I could have complete control of my skin condition without the aid of a
doctor. I was skin-clear and blemish-free! I went from medicine to
cosmeseuticals; and this has worked wonders for my clients and me.”
After
receiving certification in microdermabrasion, spa treatments and reflexology
through the Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics and becoming certified in PCA
chemical peels and NaturaLash semi-permanent lash applications, Joi created an
spa-like office environment that makes her clients feel cared for and
pampered. “To me, skin care esthetics is
more than treating the skin. I want to make sure that each client feels good –
not only physically, but mentally, emotionally and spiritually through the
process.” To do that, Joi creates a nurturing environment as she applies her
potions that are specially concocted for each individual.
Ironically, in
her younger years, Joi was a licensed certified chef who traveled around as
Sous Chef for her uncle, celebrity chef Curtis Aikens, as he traveled all over
America. “That’s not as different a
career as it would seem,” Joi explains.
Back then I was cooking up concoctions to make tummies feel good – now I
concentrate on the whole body, mind and spirit.”
