I love lazy, rainy mornings; lounging with a hot cup of coffee, listening to the gentle and rhythmic water droplets revive the world outside, scrolling mindlessly through Instagram as I prepare mentally for a lovely spring day. While thumbing through skin care Reels and photos, I happened to notice some peculiar techniques within the treatment rooms of social media.

Kristen N.M. Johnson is an award-winning registered nurse, licensed aesthetician, and co-owner of The Eclipse Spa in Westminster, Maryland. With over 10 years of experience in the luxury spa industry, Johnson is passionate about creating an incredibly unique and indulgent experience for each client. She specializes in the development, education, and implementation of innovative treatment protocols. She holds advanced training and certifications in holistic and integrative health, microneedling, clinical skin care and treatments, nutrition, facial cupping, gua sha, hot stone therapy, advanced chemical peels, cosmetic injectables, facial reflexology, and is an usui Reiki master and teacher.