“RECOGNIZING THE FULL MIND-BODY CONNECTION ALLOWS FOR IMPROVED, INTEGRATED HEALTH PRACTICES that naturally restores skin at its source.”
– Melissa Elia, CIDESCO, LE, M.A.
Meet Melissa
WHERE SCIENCE MEETS SOUL
Your skin is more than a surface — it's a reflection of your health, your story, and how you move through the world. I help people of all ages transform their relationship with their skin through advanced, non-invasive skincare rooted in clinical insight, intuitive connection, and global influence.
WHAT SETS ME APART
I’m Melissa, a CIDESCO-certified master aesthetician, skincare strategist, and former therapist specializing in non-invasive facial treatments, in the San Francisco Bay Area, delivering real, lasting results. Whether you’re clearing acne, softening fine lines, brightening pigmentation, or restoring a healthy glow, I treat your skin as the expressive, intelligent organ it is.
My foundation was shaped by a Hungarian master aesthetician and chemist, who shared the traditions of European skincare — holistic, intentional, and time-honored — along with a rigorous understanding of chemistry and biology. I’ve further deepened my expertise through professional exchanges in India, Ireland, and Sweden, and advanced studies in dermatology, cosmetic chemistry, facial anatomy, and wound healing — far beyond standard licensing.
With decades of experience and clinical-level training, I integrate modalities like LED light therapy, regenerative technologies and ingredients to provide highly personalized, biologically intelligent care.
MY PHILOSOPHY
Every treatment begins with deep listening, thorough analysis, and artful precision — blending science with clinical expertise, where intuition meets thoughtful guidance. I don’t just treat your skin; I read it like a living story.
From my sculptural face-lift facial to my signature Environmental Protection Mist, everything I offer is bespoke, grounded, and results driven. Clients leave each session visibly transformed — brighter, firmer skin, deeper relaxation, and a clear path forward with homecare that works.
Your skin deserves more than a routine; it deserves an evolution.
Your Journey Starts Here
Book a 75-minute comprehensive consultation available in-person or virtually — including complete skin analysis, ingredient education, personalized homecare review, treatment plan, and professional device recommendations when appropriate.
Contact me through my website to begin your customized skincare strategy one that elevates your skin, your confidence, and your presence.