The Vision Behind SKINTELLECTUAL

I have always been fascinated by the beauty industry and inspired by the transformative power of skincare. What began as a passion quickly evolved into a lifelong career, leading me to become a licensed esthetician dedicated to helping clients achieve healthy, radiant skin through personalized, results-driven care. Over the years, I built Lumin Soft Esthetics, my facial studio rooted in education, intention, and a deep respect for skin health. I believe that no two clients are the same, and every treatment plan should be thoughtfully tailored to individual needs, goals, and lifestyles.

Alongside my work in esthetics, I have been an educator for many years within the public school system, where teaching and mentoring shaped my understanding of how meaningful education builds confidence, competence, and long-term success. As I began my journey as a solo esthetician, I also experienced firsthand the gap between traditional training and the realities of building a sustainable career in this industry—the uncertainty, overwhelm, and trial-and-error that often come with navigating real-world practice independently. That experience was formative and revealed a clear need for more comprehensive, practical, and purpose-driven education specifically designed for future estheticians.

This insight led to the creation of Skintellectual, a division of Lumin Soft Esthetics devoted entirely to esthetics education. Founded with the mission to elevate the standard of training, Skintellectual bridges the gap between technical knowledge and real-world success by combining strong foundational education, advanced facial techniques, and a business-minded approach to career development. Our programs are designed to empower students with the skills, confidence, and professionalism needed to thrive—whether their path leads to a treatment room, a solo practice, continued education, or leadership within the field.

As a wife, mother, educator, and businesswoman, I understand the importance of creating a career path that offers both passion and flexibility. Skintellectual represents the education I wish I had when I was starting out—an intentional, supportive environment where aspiring estheticians are not only trained, but truly prepared, so they never have to figure it out alone. Whether I am treating skin or educating future professionals, my commitment remains the same: to elevate the esthetics field through education, integrity, and excellence.

Founder of Skintellectual & Lumin Soft Esthetics | Licensed Esthetician & Educator

Lu Marenoski