Frequently Asked Questions

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

IPL is a light-based treatment that targets sun damage, redness, acne, pigmentation, and uneven skin tone. It also helps refine pores and improve overall skin clarity.

Most clients feel a quick warm snap on the skin. Treatments are very tolerable and performed with your comfort in mind.

Downtime is minimal. Some clients experience mild redness for a few hours, and dark spots may temporarily darken before naturally fading.

For best results, most clients benefit from a series of 3 to 5 treatments spaced about 4 weeks apart.

IPL is commonly performed on the face, chest (decollete), and hands to improve sun damage and restore a more even skin tone.

Laser Genesis

Laser Genesis is a gentle collagen-stimulating laser that improves acne, redness, enlarged pores, pigmentation, and overall skin texture.

Many clients notice a healthy glow after their first treatment, with progressive improvement over a series of sessions.

Many clients notice a healthy glow after their first treatment, with progressive improvement over a series of sessions.

A series of 4 to 6 treatments spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart is typically recommended for optimal collagen stimulation.

Brow Services

Brow shaping uses precision waxing and detailing to create balanced, natural-looking brows that frame the face beautifully.

Brow tint typically lasts 3 to 4 weeks, depending on your skin type and skincare routine.

Brow lamination smooths and lifts brow hairs into place for a fuller, more polished look.

Results generally last 6 to 8 weeks.

The Brow Bundle includes brow shaping, tinting, and lamination for a complete brow refresh.

Nose Pop

Nose Pop is a quick treatment designed to remove congestion and impurities from the nose area while refining pores.

This treatment typically takes 10 to 15 minutes and can often be added onto other facial services.

Teen Skincare Treatments

A Teen Facial is a customized treatment designed specifically for teenage skin. It includes skin analysis, gentle exfoliation, minimal extractions, and a calming mask.

Teen HydraFacial deeply cleanses, exfoliates, extracts, and hydrates the skin to improve congestion and support healthier skin.

Many teens benefit from professional skincare starting around ages 12 to 13, especially if they are experiencing breakouts.

Acne Add-On Treatments

This professional peel helps refine pores, encourage healthy cell turnover, and improve acne-prone skin.

Extra extractions are helpful for deeper congestion or stubborn breakouts and help safely clear clogged pores.

Capillary Treatments

Broken capillaries can appear from sun damage, rosacea, genetics, or skin trauma.

Advanced vascular technology targets visible capillaries so they gradually fade, restoring a clearer complexion.

Many capillaries improve after 1 to 3 treatments, depending on the severity.

General Questions

Treatments are performed by Leah Rae Yawn, celebrity medical esthetician and founder of Skin By Leah, with over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry.

Skin By Leah currently serves clients in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, with a new luxury location coming soon to Jacksonville.

Appointments are online booking only for convenience and efficiency.