Women in Wellness: Meet Devin Shay!
Get your skin glowing with tips from my holistic esthetician.
This month’s Women in Wellness feature has been a long time coming! I first met Devin back in 2023 when I happened to book a facial at Shop Good’s spa on my birthday. After chatting for a few minutes about my skin, she created the perfect custom facial that made my skin glow like never before! What I love about Shop Good’s facials is that you know you are getting safe, clean ingredients on your skin, and their holistic estheticians are all so passionate about helping you achieve your skincare goals. I have never experienced such a relaxing, calming facial before and I almost forgot that I wasn’t at a 5-star resort – the vibes are so relaxing!
Devin shares tips for how to create your own clean beauty routine, the surprising benefits of regular facials, and even spills the tea on the exact products she is using!
Tell us about yourself! What inspired you to become a holistic esthetician?
To be quite honest, growing up I had never heard of an esthetician. My mom was not into makeup, skin care or anything quite like that but she did see a massage therapists & acupuncturist. I was instantly inspired by their holistic approach and care. I loved playing in the kitchen with teas, oils, and honey and even had a holistic wellness book for my pets as a teen. When I learned what an esthetician was in 2008, I dove head first into beauty school. I graduated the Bellus Academy in 7 months with a certificate in Makeup Artistry & received my CA Esthetician License in 2009.
For someone new to clean beauty and overwhelmed with swapping their products, where do you recommend starting?
Give yourself grace. Your approach can be as unique as your skin and lifestyle. Did you know ShopGood has a clean swap program?! For those looking for additional support you can partner with Shop Good’s skin + wellness experts and take the overwhelm out of swapping to clean beauty products. The experts at Shop Good will help you create a custom routine that blends seamlessly with your daily self-care routine. As a bonus clients receive 10% off product purchases the day of the appointment!
Are there any common skincare myths or misconceptions you frequently come across with your clients?
Oils are bad and you don't need SPF. I get it I grew up in the days of St. Apricot scrub and "toners" that may or may not have been stripping my skin off BUT your skin needs water and oil. SPF isn't a conversation lol.
What are the benefits of regular facials?
I actually wrote a whole article here! Your esthie bestie is passionate :)
I have to ask, what is your current skincare routine?
I love love love skin care and have so many product favorites. Always have to have Botnia's seasonal hydrosol!! My current skin care routine is Marie Veronique's Pure + EO Free Oil Cleanser, Hypotonic, Soothing B3 Serum, C-Therapy, and Barrier Restore Serum. I’m waiting on my restock of Barrier Lipid Complex so I’m currently using Tata Harper's Superkind Bio-Shield Face Oil + non nano zinc SPF or RMS Tinted SPF.
What is the most rewarding part of your job?
Being your esthie bestie! No, really, taking care of you all is the most rewarding part of my job.
You are on a desert island and can only take one product. What would you bring?
Face to Chest Hydration Mask from Marie Veronique.
What does wellness mean to you?
Incorporating a practicing of self-care that incorporates caring for the mind, body and spiritual wellbeing all synergistically.
Thank you so much to Devin for educating us about all things clean beauty and skincare! If you are in San Diego and want to experience the amazing facials at Shop Good for yourself, you can book a facial with Devin at their Del Mar spa here. Be sure to check out their newest facial, The Sculpt, an 80-minute buccal and face-rolling sculpting facial that acts as a natural alternative to injectables!