Esthetics by Riki

Esthetics by Riki

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Luxury pricing and expensive marketing campaigns don’t guarantee better skin. Experience does- 16 years with real results to back it.

Professional Skin Care Specialist

07/07/2026

NEW!!! Carboxy Therapy Mini Treatment $75

🫧 Give your skin a fresh boost with this innovative oxygenating treatment designed to leave your complexion looking brighter, healthier, and more radiant.
Carboxy Therapy helps increase oxygen delivery to the skin, stimulating circulation and supporting your skin's natural renewal process. The result? Smoother texture, improved hydration, a healthy glow, and a more even-looking skin tone.
This treatment can be enjoyed on its own for an instant refresh or added to your favorite facial, DiamondGlow, or microneedling service to enhance your results. It's an excellent choice before a special event or anytime your skin is looking dull, tired, or stressed.
Benefits include:
✨ Brighter, more radiant skin
💧 Improved hydration
🌿 Smoother skin texture
❤️ Increased circulation for a healthy glow
🌟 Supports collagen production and skin renewal
😊 Helps revitalize tired, dull-looking skin
Suitable for most skin types, Carboxy Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that leaves your skin looking refreshed, revitalized, and glowing.

06/29/2026

Tesera 7.2 Revital Cell

The most innovative anti-aging serum on the market contains Spicules and PDRN! 🧬

Tiny Spicules. Big Main Character Energy. ✨
Don't let their size fool you...these little overachievers are putting in some serious work. 💁‍♀️
🧬 PDRN-Coated Spicules�Think of them as tiny delivery specialists. They create microscopic pathways that help shuttle PDRN deeper into the skin, supporting your skin's natural renewal process and helping improve firmness and radiance. The best part? They're so gentle, I don't even feel the famous "spicule prickles!"
🍊 Ascorbyl Glucoside (Vitamin C)�Your skin's daily hype squad. This stable Vitamin C derivative brightens dullness, helps fade the look of discoloration, supports collagen, and protects against environmental stressors. Translation? Glow mode: ON. ✨
💧 Hyaluronic Acid�The hydration queen. It pulls moisture into the skin like it's collecting compliments, leaving your complexion plump, bouncy, dewy, and looking well-rested...even if you stayed up binge-watching your favorite show. 😉
✨ Firmer. Brighter. Plumper. Happier skin.
Because your skincare should work hard...so you don't have to. 💙

06/27/2026

Why Everyone is Talking About Spicules in Korean Skincare 🧬

Korean skincare continues to lead the beauty industry with innovative technologies, and one of the newest ingredients creating excitement is spicules.

Despite their name, spicules aren't harsh or damaging to the skin. They're microscopic silica structures that have traditionally been derived from marine sponges. Modern skincare uses purified spicules as a unique delivery system to help active ingredients pe*****te more effectively.

How Do They Work?
When applied to the skin, spicules create thousands of microscopic pathways within the outermost layer of the epidermis. This temporary stimulation helps improve the absorption of beneficial ingredients such as peptides, growth factors, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and antioxidants.

Many people describe the sensation as a light prickling or tingling that may last for several hours after application. This is a normal part of how the technology works.

Benefits of Spicules
• Improved absorption of skincare ingredients
• Smoother skin texture
• Increased skin renewal
• Enhanced radiance
• Support for collagen production
• Healthier-looking skin over time

Are They the Same as Microneedling?

No.

Professional treatments like microneedling and microchanneling create controlled channels that extend deeper into the skin and stimulate a more significant wound-healing response for collagen remodeling.
Spicule skincare works only within the superficial layers of the skin. Think of it as a way to boost your home skincare routine—not replace professional collagen induction treatments.

Who Should Use Them?
Spicule products can be an excellent choice for healthy skin that is looking for improved texture, brightness, and better product performance.

However, they may not be appropriate if you have:
* A compromised skin barrier
* Active eczema
* Rosacea flare-ups
* Inflamed acne
* Extremely sensitive skin

A professional consultation can help determine whether they're appropriate for your skin.

My Philosophy-
I don't bring products into my treatment room simply because they're trending. I choose skincare based on science, effectiveness, and whether it delivers real results for my clients.
Spicules are an exciting advancement in Korean skincare because they combine innovative technology with ingredient delivery to help maximize the benefits of your skincare routine.

If you're curious whether spicule skincare would benefit your skin, I'd love to help you decide if it's the right fit for your goals.

Photos from Esthetics by Riki's post 06/23/2026

VOL-U-LIFT Intentionally formulated by a plastic surgeon to address the specific skin concerns that occur with GLP-1 usage, this multidimensional formula works in 4D to improve the appearance of facial skin DEFLATION. DEEP WRINKLES. DEHYDRATION. DENSITY.

Our volumizing complex comprised of next generation hyaluronic acid, biomimetic collagen fragments, bakuchiol plus amino acids works synergistically to improve skin impacted by GLP-1 induced facial volume loss and skin texture decline by addressing the appearance of deflation, loose, sagging, crepey skin texture, dehydration, and wrinkles.

Patent-pending XOSM™ Technology boosts formula performance with encapsulated antioxidants ectoin, vitamin C and astaxanthin-rich micro-algae while protecting and nourishing skin’s barrier, for a visibly firm and radiant, younger-looking complexion.

Who It’s For:
GLP-1 users; can be used as a preventive treatment prior to starting GLP-1 agonists.
Anyone looking to improve the appearance of facial volume loss, sagging, and/or thinning texture.

Photos from Esthetics by Riki's post 06/15/2026

🚨Public Service Announcement

Do your fine lines have a group text without your permission?
Are your lips whispering, “a little help over here…”?
Meet the FIX® MicroWand by NuFACE FIX MicroWand — the tiny but mighty beauty gadget that targets those little areas that seem determined to remind us we aren't 25 anymore.
✨ Smooth the look of fine lines
✨ Refresh tired eyes
✨ Give your lips a little extra love
✨ Feel like you're doing something productive while binge-watching Netflix

And here's the fun part...
For every friend or family member you refer to Esthetics by Riki, your name will be entered into a drawing to win a FREE FIX MicroWand (a $195 value)!

The rules are simple:
👉 Refer someone you love (or at least tolerate).
👉 They book an appointment.
👉 Your name goes into the giveaway.

The more referrals, the more chances to win.

Because great skin is wonderful...
But great skin and free stuff?

That's a love language. ❤️

📅 Drawing will be held when the referral promotion ends.

📩 Message me for details or to schedule your referral's appointment!

06/13/2026

DiamondGlow is more than a facial. 💎

It's an advanced skin resurfacing treatment designed to do more than just make your skin look good for a day. With regular treatments, DiamondGlow helps improve skin health by exfoliating, extracting impurities, and infusing professional-grade serums deep into the skin when it's most receptive.
This treatment is safe for most skin types, requires little to no downtime, and can be customized for your skin's unique needs—whether you're concerned with dehydration, acne, pigmentation, dullness, or signs of aging.
The result? Healthier, brighter, smoother skin that continues to improve over time.
Skincare is a long game. DiamondGlow helps you invest in your skin's future, not just today's glow.
✨ Customized for your skin
✨ Professional-grade SkinMedica serums
✨ Immediate radiance with long-term benefits
✨ Perfect year-round in our New Mexico high desert climate
Ready to experience the difference? Book your DiamondGlow treatment today.

06/02/2026

✨ 58, no filters, no editing—just healthy skin. ✨

Living in the high desert has taught me that skincare isn't a luxury—it's a necessity. The intense UV exposure, dry air, wind, and lack of humidity can accelerate skin aging and leave skin dehydrated and compromised if we're not proactive.

This photo has no filters and no retouching. At 58, my goal isn't to look 25. My goal is to have healthy, vibrant skin that reflects the care I've given it over the years.

I think we're seeing a shift in beauty standards. Aging gracefully while maintaining healthy, youthful-looking skin is the new trend. It's not about chasing perfection—it's about protecting, nourishing, and caring for the skin you're in.

For me, that means daily sunscreen, proper hydration, quality home care, and regular professional skin treatments. Consistency matters, and regular visits with your esthetician can help address concerns before they become bigger issues.

Whether you're in your 20s, 50s, or beyond, it's never too early or too late to invest in your skin health. In our high desert climate, prevention is everything.

Because healthy, radiant skin never goes out of style. ☀️💧

05/29/2026

Just a skincare PSA for anyone considering CO2 laser treatments or medical grade chemicalpeels in a high-desert climate:

Aggressive resurfacing treatments like CO2 laser or deep peels require extremely careful healing conditions and strict sun avoidance. In high-desert environments, the intense UV exposure, dry air, heat, and environmental stress can increase the risk of complications like hyperpigmentation, prolonged redness, irritation, dehydration, and impaired healing — especially during warmer months.

Please be cautious of practitioners who minimize these risks or push aggressive treatments without thoroughly discussing healing requirements, downtime, sun exposure, and whether the timing is truly appropriate for your skin and lifestyle.

Ethical treatment planning should always prioritize skin health, safety, and long-term results over making a sale.

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05/19/2026

SKIN CANCER AWARENESS

The weather warmed up and suddenly everyone remembers SPF exists. 😂

Meanwhile UV rays have been clocked in year-round, faithfully aging skin through clouds, car windows, and “but it’s not sunny today” excuses. ☀️

Consistent SPF use not only supports skin health and anti-aging goals, but also plays a critical role in reducing the risk of skin cancer. 🧴

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