Chicago's Premier Skincare Destination

Where Science Meets Holistic Healing

Youthful Aesthetics is defined as a state of beauty and grace.

We are an exclusive, private studio dedicated to personalized skin care treatments, DMK skin revision, and premium waxing. We not only want to help treat our clients’ skin at any stage, but also maintain a long-term solution and results. It’s all about the quality, not the quantity.

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Founder & Lead Master Esthetician

Yana Manukyan

Owner · DMK Paramedical Therapist of the Year

As a young girl, I was always interested in skin care, even though I didn’t understand the benefits at the time. Having suffered from severe acne as a teen, healthy skin was always on my mind and I knew it was my calling.

When I was learning to treat my skin healthfully, I remember feeling a lack of empathy during my facials but most importantly, a lack of esthetician-to-client education. I’ve dedicated my life to researching skin chemistry on a cellular level, so that I can give you the most efficient, long-term results, healing your skin from inside out.

In 2014, my skills and expertise came together and I was able to create my dream: YA Skin Studio.

Our Philosophy

Healing Skin from the Inside Out

At YA Skin Studio, we believe skin health is more than surface-level. Every treatment protocol starts with understanding what’s happening beneath the surface, your skin’s structure, function, and the internal processes driving the conditions you see.

We don’t run assembly-line treatments. Your esthetician analyzes your skin at every visit and adjusts the protocol based on your current condition and long-term goals. The products, techniques, and modalities change as your skin changes.

This is corrective skincare, not a spa menu. We are here for real results, honest education, and a private studio experience where the only person who matters is you.

"It's all about the quality, not the quantity."

— Yana Manukyan, Founder

The YA Skin Difference

What Sets Us Apart

Clinical expertise, not spa fluff.

Our estheticians are trained in DMK Enzyme Therapy, medical-grade peels, and advanced treatment modalities. The founder holds the highest recognition in enzyme-based corrective skincare.

Every treatment is customized.

We don’t offer cookie-cutter facials. Your esthetician analyzes your skin at every visit and adjusts the protocol based on your current condition and long-term goals.

A private studio experience.

YA Skin Studio operates by appointment only in an intimate Streeterville setting. No crowded waiting rooms. No rush. Just focused, one-on-one clinical skincare.

Education-first approach.

We teach you why your skin behaves the way it does and what to do about it, not just during your appointment, but in your daily routine. Informed clients get better results.

What Our Clients Are Saying on Google

Real results. Real people. Real skin transformations.

Meet the Team

The People Behind Your Best Skin

Every member of the YA Skin Studio team shares a commitment to personalized care, continuing education, and genuine connection with every client.

Medical Director

Alice T.

MSN, APRN. With over 15 years of nursing experience and a background in anesthesia, Alice has spent much of her career caring for high-acuity patients across Chicagoland. Today, she focuses on medical aesthetics. Combining her medical expertise with a passion for natural, graceful results.

Esthetician

Natalie G

Licensed esthetician with 5 years of experience in 5-star luxury spas. Since she was a little girl, her obsession has been skin. Not only does she want to improve her own skin, but educating people and getting them excited about the journey of skin transformation is what she is here for. In her free time, she loves to travel, salsa dance, eat good food, and meet new people.

Esthetician

Jessica V.

Licensed esthetician passionate about full body waxing, facial treatments, and helping clients feel confident in their skin. With a background in the culinary arts, Jessica brings precision, dedication, and a love for detail to every service. She enjoys connecting with clients, especially when helping them feel their best for special events.

Administrative Assistant

Melanie S.

Still fairly new to Chicago and loves exploring the city with her golden retriever. Skincare has been a passion of hers for years, and she loves continuing to learn new things. She likes to say she’s lived many lives. Exploring different careers to pick up new skills and experiences. She’s excited to make your spa visit special and help you feel confident and glowing.

Social Media & Marketing

Kristina S.

As the social media manager, Kristina loves capturing all the beautiful, funny, and interesting moments to share with the YA Skin community. One of her favorite parts is how much she has learned about skincare and health since joining the team. Fun fact: she recently discovered a passion for painting and now loves expressing her creativity on canvas.

Ready for Your Best Skin?

Your skin is not generic. Your treatment should not be either.

Book a consultation at YA Skin Studio and let our team build a treatment plan around what your skin actually needs.