Everything I have done in my life has lead to this point. I have always been intoxicated with thoughts of exotic lands and people, of bringing communities together, of creating a sense of oneness for all, celebrating and enjoying life.  I have a passion for people! I love beauty, health and wellness.

 

Born in New York, I grew up in Los Angeles, and lived in San Francisco, Florida, Vancouver B.C. Canada, Doha, Qatar, Portland, Oregon since the late 90's, and now I split my time back home in Los Angeles and PDX.

 

My first profession was a television/movie makeup artist in Los Angeles in the mid 80′s. In 1996 I moved to Portland Oregon to start a family.  After having two beautiful children and staying at home with them for 4 years I decide to follow my dream to become an esthetician.

2000 I started my internship at a lovely destination spa. The following year I created a small sanctuary ~ KIVA-Face Body Soul in a private office in northwest Portland.  

 

2008 I opened Face Body Soul, a successful boutique spa nestled in Portland’s Beaumont Village on Fremont street.

 

2010 I made the decision to close Face Body Soul and move with my family to Doha, Qatar to explore an exotic land. We enjoyed many cultural experiences while meeting so many amazing people from around the world. This was an experience to last a lifetime.  After two years, it was time to come back home to family and friends and time to get back to what I have a passion for- SPA!

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2012 KIVA Cafe & Spa opens! This time adding a curated boutique and cafe serving tea & elixir specialty drinks, acai bowls and specially prepared food.

 

2024 KIVA Cafe sadly shuts its doors after 12 years in our beloved community. We ALL miss the Acai bowls and Banh Mi!

 

KIVA SPA continued to thrive and be a healing destination for so many until September 2026..

 

​2025 After 29 years, with both my kids in Southern California, I have made my way back home to Los Angeles doing what I love best transformative facials.

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With over 26 years of expertise, my signature treatments are a personalized experience crafted just for you. Combining my in-depth knowledge of skin care with a holistic, natural approach, sculpting massage, manual lymphatic drainage, facial cupping, and gua sha,

 

Using the Power of Touch, I  address your unique skin needs through a customized, non-invasive protocol with tools such as high frequency, micro current, skin scrubber, revitapen, and LED. All while  focusing on balance, rejuvenation, and radiance.

 

Every treatment begins with a detailed skin analysis, allowing us to create a plan that works in harmony with your skin's specific needs. Whether you're looking for natural lifting, deep hydration, or a radiant glow, my approach blends science with the art of touch to deliver beautiful, lasting results. You’re not just receiving a facial, but a journey to better, healthier skin—naturally.  Experience the power of transformative touch.

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Enjoy a customized facial with Kiva.

Email for bookings at: KIVAFACIALSTUDIO@GMAIL.COM