When you step into the five-star-style ambience and décor of The Aesthetics Academy in Omaha for spa services and pampering, you’ll think you’ve been whisked away to a private resort or luxury hotel. But there’s one key difference as you relax for your facial, waxing, lash tint or other service — the affordable prices. You get all the indulgence and hospitality of a high-priced spa, but at a fraction of the cost.
Skin care and aesthetics experts
All the beauty and aesthetics services available at The Aesthetics Academy are performed by students who are extensively prepared and supervised by licensed skin care professionals, said Courtney “Coco” Vacanti Birnstihl, the academy’s founder and director. “We’re the experts,” Birnstihl said. “The instructors at The Aesthetics Academy are the ones who have taught a majority of estheticians who are doing the procedures at medical spas or plastic surgery offices in the community.”
A licensed instructor reviews and approves every procedure or service before the student begins and signs off on it afterward. “The instructor is there to ensure that everything is perfect,” she said.
Enhance your beauty and wellness
The range of services available at The Aesthetics Academy includes everything from an express facial for a quick refresh to advanced amenities like dermaplaning to remove dead skin and excess facial hair, and microneedling to address fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars and uneven skin tone.
“We see women and men of all ages,” she said. “Clients as young as 12 come in for help clearing up their acne, and we have an 89-year-old who loves to get facials.”
For instance, the Glo2Facial is especially popular, which combines ultrasound and effervescent bubbles for long-lasting radiance.
Complete waxing services are also available, as well as lash and brow tinting, chemical peels and more. The Aesthetics Academy will also customize a service to address your specific needs.
Exclusive skin care lines
The academy offers its own skin care lines: CXC Skincare, CXC Cosmetics and CXC SunCeuticals SPF, all of which Birnstihl has researched and developed in partnership with chemists and laboratories worldwide.
“I’ve laid eyes on every ingredient in every product,” she said.
The cleansers, moisturizers, masks, peels, elixirs and more can help all types of skin conditions, from acne to hyperpigmentation to dryness or oiliness.
“This isn’t just playing around with lotions and potions. Some skin care products may smell good but don’t give any results. My products are results-driven, contain all clean ingredients and are clinically tested,” she said.
An early passion
Birnstihl’s passion for beauty and wellness dates to her childhood and follows the example set by her mother and an aunt, both of whom loved skin care products and took excellent care of themselves.
“My mother had every bottle and jar of every skin care product. I loved using them, seeing what was in them and finding out what worked,” she said. “My mother and aunt are strong, beautiful women with gorgeous skin. I learned a lot from them.”
Brightening days, changing lives
Whether it’s a client who comes in after a rough day and who leaves The Aesthetics Academy with their spirits lightened by a facial or other treatment, or an esthetics student building a career in the beauty industry, Birnstihl loves being part of their transformation. “We’re helping people feel good about themselves and changing lives,” she said.
The gift of self-care
Treat yourself to select spa services at affordable prices at The Aesthetics Academy or give the gift of luxury to a relative, friend or co-worker. Call 402.999.9600 or visit skinschoolomaha.com to make an appointment. The Aesthetics Academy is located at 11020 Prairie Brook Road in Omaha’s Rockbrook Village.
