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Aura Esthetix

Aura Esthetix

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Aura Esthetix is a skincare studio on West 18th Street in Chicago that works by appointment only. The business describes itself as women-owned, Black-owned and locally operated, and it was founded by Yewande, a licensed esthetician who came to skincare after a period in the corporate world.

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Aura Esthetix is a skincare studio on West 18th Street in Chicago that works by appointment only. The business describes itself as women-owned, Black-owned and locally operated, and it was founded by Yewande, a licensed esthetician who came to skincare after a period in the corporate world.

The studio's approach centers on treatments that are customized to support the skin barrier. Extra care is taken with melanated skin, which can respond differently to certain treatments, and the aim is long-term skin health rather than quick fixes. A multi-brand protocol is selected for its effectiveness on melanin-related concerns, according to the business, which also says its treatments are designed for real results.

A new client typically begins with a skin assessment, either in clinic for $50 or virtually at no charge, both about 30 minutes and both including a skin analysis and personalized recommendations. The in-clinic fee is credited toward treatment when booked within 30 days. The Customized Facial is the recommended first appointment, and each client receives a home care protocol. Progress is tracked and adjusted as the skin responds. Corrective treatments are often recommended as a series alongside home care, and the Skin Transformation Series is a customized four-treatment option that includes $100 toward home care products.

Beyond facials, the studio offers GREEN PEEL treatments, which require a consultation first, as well as Back Treatment for acne and uneven tone on the back, soft and full glam makeup, and waxing for arms, legs, torso and intimate areas as a longer-lasting alternative to shaving. Private, mobile spa, corporate, pre-wedding and life event gatherings are also available. The Radiant Rewards program gives one stamp per qualifying booking, and four stamps earn 50% off the next service.

Appointments require 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule. Some services carry a $50 fee for late changes or no-call/no-shows, and a late cancellation or no-show for either skin assessment means future bookings are not allowed. Radiant Rewards stamps and rewards cannot be exchanged, refunded or redeemed for cash. The business has an online shop on its website.

Treatments are customized to protect the skin barrier, with extra care for melanated skin and a goal of long-term skin health over quick fixes.

Specials & promotions

  • 50% off your next service after earning 4 stamps

    Earn 1 stamp for every qualifying action. Stamps will only be awarded for services booked through Aura Esthetix. Stamps and rewards cannot be exchanged, refunded, replaced or redeemed for cash. Cards are non-transferrable and rewards cannot be combined with other offers.

    On their website as of Oct 28, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Skin Transformation Series: 4 treatments for $625

    $625

    4 payments of $156.25. Includes 4 customized skin treatments and $100 toward recommended home care.

    On their website as of Oct 28, 2026 · Where we saw it

Services

Final prices may vary.

A single back-focused treatment aimed at acne, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and uneven tone.

  • Back Treatment $200

In-clinic or virtual skin assessments with skin analysis and personalized recommendations, plus a Skincare Concierge option.

  • In Clinic Skin Assessment $50
  • Skincare Concierge $250
  • Virtual Skin Assessment Price at booking

Targeted treatments such as the K-Beauty Glass Skin Facial and Green Peel Skin Renewal, often done as a series with home care.

  • Green Peel® Skin Renewal Price at booking
  • K-Beauty Glass Skin Facial Price at booking

A wide range of facials, from a 30-minute Express Facial to oxygen, enzyme, microdermabrasion, LED and lymphatic massage options.

  • LED Light Therapy $40
  • Lymphatic Facial Massage $40
  • Express Facial $95
  • Customized Facial $150
  • Pumpkin Spice Glow Facial - Seasonal Special $150
  • Chemical Exfoliation $175
  • Handsome & Wealthy Facial $175
  • Microdermabrasion $175
  • Oxygen Rx Facial $200
  • Triple Corrective Enzyme Treatment $200
  • Nano Infusion $250

Plant-based herbal peels in fresh-up, classic and energy formats, plus a second-treatment option; a consultation is required before booking.

  • GREEN PEEL Fresh Up $200
  • GREEN PEEL Classic $350
  • GREEN PEEL Energy $400
  • GREEN PEEL 2nd Treatment Price at booking

Soft Glam and Full Glam makeup appointments for everyday or special occasions.

  • Soft Glam Makeup $75
  • Full Glam Makeup $125

The Skin Transformation Series, a customized four-treatment plan with home care credit.

  • Skin Transformation Series $625

Waxing for underarms, stomach, chest, back, arms, bikini, Brazilian and full or half legs.

  • Underarm Wax $25
  • Stomach Wax $40
  • Chest Wax $50
  • Arm Wax $55
  • Bikini Wax $55
  • Half Leg Wax $55
  • Back Wax $75
  • Brazilian Wax $85
  • Full Leg Wax $90
  • Arms Price at booking
  • Intimate Price at booking
  • Legs Price at booking
  • Torso Price at booking

Photos

  • Client after skin renewal facial, eyes closed
  • Client after skin renewal facial, glowing skin
  • Client with defined brows after facial treatment
  • Client with glowing skin and shaped brows after facial
  • Client with shaped brows and braids, post-treatment
  • Client with glowing skin after facial, hair wrapped
  • Client glowing skin after facial with towel wrap
  • Client with dewy skin after facial treatment

Meet the team

Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.auraesthetix.com (opens in a new tab)

Highlights
  • Customized facials and treatments built around melanated skin, acne, hyperpigmentation and uneven tone
  • GREEN PEEL herbal peels, including Fresh Up, Classic and a two-session Energy package
  • Oxygen Rx Facial, which infuses a serum blend into the skin using oxygen under pressure
  • Skin Transformation Series, a four-treatment customized plan that includes $100 toward home care
  • Free virtual skin assessment alongside an in-clinic option credited toward treatment within 30 days
  • Radiant Rewards program: four stamps earn 50% off the next service
Good for
  • First facial
  • Melanated skin
  • Acne-prone skin
  • Men seeking a tailored facial
  • Clients who prefer a treatment series
  • No-downtime treatments
  • Waxing as an alternative to shaving
  • Private events and group bookings
Treats
  • Acne
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Uneven skin tone
  • Uneven texture
  • Hydration
  • Anti-aging
  • Puffiness
  • Unwanted hair
Techniques
  • Chemical exfoliation with glycolic, salicylic, lactic and TCA acids
  • Enzyme exfoliation with papaya, pineapple and pumpkin enzymes
  • Microdermabrasion with a diamond vacuum
  • Hydradermabrasion
  • Oxygen infusion under hyperbaric pressure
  • Nano Infusion, a non-invasive epidermal treatment
  • LED light therapy
  • Cryotherapy in the Pumpkin Spice Glow Facial
  • Lymphatic facial massage
  • Herbal, plant-based peel

Products & treatments

  • Dermalogica
  • GREEN PEEL

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