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Our Story

A Sanctuary for
Rest & Restoration

Wellness at Esthetic Principles was created as a sanctuary—for rest, remembrance, and restoration.

Founded on the belief that true wellness is both felt and remembered, our work sits at the intersection of esthetics, ritual, ancestral wisdom, and intentional living. We honor the body not as something to be corrected, but as something to be listened to. Here, skin tells stories. Touch is language. Rest is not earned—it is essential.

What began as a traditional esthetics practice has evolved into a holistic wellness experience designed for women who carry much, give often, and are ready to receive deeply.

Our Philosophy

We believe:

Wellness is layered—physical, emotional, energetic, and ancestral

Beauty rituals should feel grounding, not rushed

Healing happens faster when it is witnessed

Luxury is best expressed through care, intention, and presence

Every offering—from our facials and body rituals to our wellness weekends and retreats—is created with reverence for the nervous system and respect for the lived experience of women.

What We Offer

Customized, intuitive facial experiences rooted in skin science and ritual

Therapeutic touch that soothes the body and quiets the mind

Wellness gatherings and destination experiences that encourage slowing down

Sacred pauses designed to help you reconnect with yourself—without explanation or apology

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Wellness sanctuary space

Our services are intentionally unhurried. Our spaces are warm, candlelit, and grounded.

Our approach is deeply personal.

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Our Why

This work exists because burnout is not a badge of honor—and rest should not feel foreign.

We serve women who are ready to soften without losing their strength, to be held without being fixed, and to redefine wellness on their own terms. Whether you're joining us for a facial, a wellness weekend, or a retreat abroad, the intention remains the same:

To help you return to yourself—nourished, regulated, and whole.

Welcome to Wellness at Esthetic Principles.

Come as you are. Leave restored.

Begin Your Journey

With gratitude and grace,

Carm Mays

Founder | Wellness by Esthetic Principles

Helping high-functioning women slow down, soften & self-nurture.