Sel Skin Studio

Sel Skin Studio operates from 525 W Old Northwest Hwy in Barrington and is owned by Selina Montoya, an esthetician and makeup artist. The studio's stated aim is treatments that produce visible results while keeping each visit comfortable and relaxed.

Skin visits start with a look at each client's skin. The studio builds an individual routine rather than a standard one, and considers diet, lifestyle and product habits alongside the skin itself. The treatment room is presented as a judgment-free, safe place for people working through skin health concerns. Services include customized facials, advanced skin treatments and body skin treatments. Spray tans are offered with the studio coming to the client for the appointment.

Makeup is a major part of the studio. It covers event makeup, photoshoots and day rates, along with bridal makeup, bridesmaid makeup and a bridal preview session where a client can test a look before the wedding. The IT Girl Experience bridal package bundles a makeup preview, wedding-day makeup and bridal party services, a luxury skin prep with a mini facial, up to five hours of touch-ups, and phone and email consultations, with a private portal for communication.

The studio also runs Chicago-area classes for makeup artists and for clients who want to learn makeup looks, and publishes a blog on bridal makeup, skincare and beauty. The site shows a 5.0 rating from 21 reviews.

Each client gets an individual skincare routine that blends results-driven techniques with a holistic outlook, looking past the skin to diet, lifestyle and product choices.

The treatment room is described as a judgment-free and safe space.