Karen Kang
Founder & Esthetician
Karen is the founder of Skin Aegis, bringing a multidisciplinary background in luxury, beauty, client experience, and skincare to the brand. She completed both her undergraduate and master's degree from The University of Sydney before beginning her career in the corporate communications sector, where she worked within global conglomerate LVMH across luxury brands and beauty.
While her corporate career shaped her understanding of brand experience, Karen ultimately returned to an earlier passion; skincare. Working alongside dermatologists and cosmetic physicians, she refined her understanding of skin health and developed a more clinical, results-focused approach to esthetics.
After moving from Australia to Los Angeles in 2019, Karen further immersed herself in skincare before founding Skin Aegis in 2022. The studio was created as a culmination of her expertise, influences from her Korean heritage and philosophy that skincare is a daily ritual, not a quick fix or passing trend. For Karen, Skin Aegis was about sharing her belief that exceptional skincare should feel deeply personal: thoughtful in its approach, meticulous in its execution, and focused on consistent, lasting results for her clients.
Karen sees clients exclusively at the West Hollywood studio.
Claire Connors
Esthetician — Calabasas Studio
Claire is a licensed esthetician with six years of experience in California, with a practice shaped by both professional training and her own experience navigating persistent acne. That journey led her to esthetics and sparked a lasting interest in understanding the skin at a deeper level.
Her approach is thoughtful, results-driven, and highly individualized. With a particular focus on acne, pigmentation, and age-related concerns, she creates tailored treatments designed to support both immediate improvement and long-term skin health. She is especially passionate about helping clients feel confident in their skin through consistent, intentional care.
Maharet Sanchez
Esthetician — Calabasas Studio
Maharet is a licensed esthetician with additional certifications in Treating Melanin-Rich Skin and Advanced Meridian Techniques. Her own experience with sensitive skin sparked her interest in esthetics and shaped her belief that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to skincare.
Her approach centers on supporting healthy, resilient skin through personalized treatments tailored to each client’s individual needs. She places particular emphasis on maintaining a strong skin barrier while working toward visible, lasting results. Just as importantly, Maharet strives to make every client feel heard, cared for, and completely comfortable in her treatment room.
Deimy Garcia
Esthetician — Calabasas Studio
Deimy is an esthetician with five years of experience in California. She approaches each facial with intention, combining personalized care with a considered understanding of the skin. Her treatments blend advanced techniques with a calm, attentive approach, creating an experience that is both results-driven and restorative.
She specializes in customized facial treatments designed to support healthy, balanced, radiant skin while addressing each client’s individual needs. Above all, she is dedicated to creating a refined and thoughtful environment where clients can step away from the pace of everyday life and leave feeling restored, cared for, and confident in their skin.
Lydia Roy
Esthetician — Calabasas Studio
Lydia is a licensed esthetician with four years of experience in the luxury spa industry. Her experience in the luxury sector allowed her to develop a refined understanding of personalized service, attention to detail, and the importance of creating an experience that feels both thoughtful and highly considered.
Her favorite part of skincare is seeing the transformation in a client’s skin and the confidence that comes with the journey. She takes a thoughtful, results-driven approach to every service and strives to create a welcoming environment where each client feels genuinely cared for and leaves every appointment feeling renewed, confident, and closer to their skin goals.
