Beauty Boss: Erica Marie Gatt, Esthetician and Founder of EM Skin
Erica Marie Gatt.
Our latest Beauty Boss is Erica Marie Gatt, Esthetician and Founder of EM Skin—a boutique facial studio that offers highly bespoke, transformational treatments with state-of-the-art machines, the latest technology, and medical and science-backed products. She has worked on many A-list clients and celebrities including Kourtney Kardashian, Travis Barker, Sofia Vergara, and Vanessa Hudgens among others, and her work has been featured in various print campaigns and publications such as Vogue. Soon, Gatt will also be opening the doors to her brand-new studio in the beachside community of Hermosa Beach.
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Having worked for a decade as an esthetician and makeup artist, Gatt believes that curating thoughtful, streamlined skincare regimens for her clients is key to achieving effortless natural beauty. She also understands the connection between health, wellness, and beauty, and she offers a holistic approach that places equal emphasis on inner and outer glow. Her menu of services includes a wide range of offerings from Hydrafacials and customized facial treatments to chemical peels, microneedling, lymphatic drainage, and more.
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We chatted with Gatt who shared the inspiration behind her brand, her most popular treatments, beauty and wellness tips, and much more.
When was EM Skin founded and what does the name mean?
EM Skin opened in 2019 and we have big plans for this year with the opening of my new location in the South Bay. EM Skin stands for Erica Marie (my name) and "skin" because that is my passion and expertise.
What inspired the creation of the brand?
I have worked in the beauty industry as a professional makeup artist and esthetician for over 10 years and was inspired to create my own esthetics practice to help others care for their skin and assist with any skin complications they may be struggling with. I am passionate about wellness and excited to provide a space where individuals can achieve their skincare goals, learn new lifestyle choices, and relax their mind and body.
EM Skin offers bespoke facial treatments that are designed to calm the mind and skin while boosting one’s inner and outer glow.
Do you offer a signature treatment?
I do offer several signature facials which are customized to each client. Depending on what the client's skin goals and needs are, we will create a strategy to help achieve their specific goals. As far as what kinds of treatments EM Skin offers, we do microchanneling, microdermabrasion, oxygen infusion, oxygen dome, LED lights, chemical peels, hydrafacial, dermaplaning, geneo, lymphatic drainage, and more.
What’s your favorite treatment you offer?
For summer I am loving the Hydrafacial for a deep cleanse combined with our oxygen dome that boosts hydration, plumps and leaves the skin glowing, ending with microcurrent to lift and rejuvenate the skin.
Most popular treatment on your menu?
The Geneo is a new treatment we are offering and it provides amazing results. You can expect a three-step treatment that provides oxygenation, exfoliation and hydration, and sculpting.
What products do you retail and use in your services?
iS Clinical, Goldfaden MD, CIRCCELL, Ayur Medic, and Lip Lūffa.
Future plans for the brand?
I am thrilled to announce that we are opening a beautiful new space in Hermosa Beach later this summer. Stay tuned for more details on our Instagram (@ericamarieskin).
Gatt, who has worked for a decade as an esthetician and makeup artist, believes that curating thoughtful, streamlined skincare regimens for her clients is key to achieving effortless natural beauty.
Who inspires you?
I have met so many wonderful women in the beauty industry that are kind hearted, motivated, passionate, and compassionate. They have inspired me to follow in the same path and support other women along the way.
Secret to success?
Work hard and don’t let anything get in the way of your dreams. Sometimes those dreams you have don’t always go the way you expect them. If they don’t, don’t get discouraged—just try a different approach. Always have faith and trust that God has a plan for you and it’s going to be amazing!
Beauty secrets?
It's simple. At the very least we should be taking care of our skin daily by cleansing morning and night, applying a hydrating moisturizer, treatment serum and mineral SPF.
My biggest tip and one that I personally swear by is wear a large brimmed hat while spending time outdoors.
Wellness tips?
Wear mineral sunscreen daily! Benefits include:
Protect your skin from sun damage
Deflects UVA & UVB sun's rays
Better for the environment
Less likely to cause a rash/irritation
Best advice?
Take time for you. Make sure you take time to breathe, move your body, replenish your own mind, body, and soul however that suits you, and eat healthy!
Favorite way to relax?
Fly fishing and spending time on the water! As a skincare professional it's important for me to not only nourish my skin through professional treatments, skincare, and eating clean, but also staying active and happy!
For more information, visit EM Skin’s website and follow on Instagram: @ericamarieskin
[Images courtesy of EM Skin]
Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk