Kahina Facials with Kristina Holey

Meet Kristina Holey, a holistic facialist with world-class training. Her recent arrival in NYC got the attention of none other than Vogue. We're thrilled to announce that Kristina offers Kahina-based facials at her new SoHo location - 611 Broadway. You can visit her Mondays this fall (October and November) and receive a complimentary custom-oil facial blend, featuring Kahina Argan Oil or Kahina Prickly Pear Seed Oil. To book an appointment, email her at kristina kristinaholey.com. More about Kristina: Kristina Holey is a skin care specialist, with a focus on the scientific and holistic processes of the body. Kristina’s philosophy of creating a balanced and respectful ecosystem stems from her fascination in human anatomy and how to work with the body to obtain optimal wellness. A California native, Kristina currently resides in New York City, after spending 2 years living abroad in Paris. It was there that she held an apprenticeship with renowned Parisian skin expert, Joelle Ciocco. At the Joelle Ciocco Center for Skin Care, she was given the opportunity to treat a wide range of international clients, skin types and conditions, with Joelle’s custom and celebrated techniques. Additionally, Kristina studied at the ISIPCA (Institut Supérieur International des Parfums, Cosmétiques et Arômes Alimentaires), one of the world’s most prestigious fragrance and cosmetics schools. Her training was centered on the the science behind cosmetic formulation, pure plant extracts, and their effects on skin anatomy and wellness, as well as thorough analysis of the efficacy of modern skincare and beauty products. The unique pairing of her scientific background in chemistry and cosmetic formulation, California roots, and French training enables Kristina to provide effective treatments as well as expert advice on skin routines, body awareness and overall wellness. She believes that by creating a nourishing environment through internal health we enable the skin to function both optimally and innately. Through consciously supporting the natural ecosystem of our skin, in combination of the appropriate products, we can obtain the results of ultimate beauty- both inside and out.