The authenticity in a spa experience comes from your time in the treatment room—with a passion for ensuring each guest feels relaxed and refreshed, meet our artisans.

Colleen S- Lead Esthetician

"I have a deep passion for the spa industry in both my personal and professional life.  My two favorite lines are Priori (since it has the most advanced Alpha Hydroxy Acids offered in skincare today, as well as nature's strongest antioxidant, derived from the coffeeberry) and OSEA, since it offers nourishment and hydration from the algae from the pristine waters off the Patagonian coast.  The combination of microdermabrasion and oxygen in one treatment is my favorite facial! It produces a result like no other: the skin is deeply polished and hydrated, leaving a beautiful glow on the face."

Liviu H- Massage Therapist

"Performing every treatment at a higher level is a true pleasure to me.  When I came here from Europe, the Spa Gaucin team was so welcoming to me.  They are beautiful people with healing qualities.  The Chardonnay Sugar Scrub and Fig & Cassis body butter are my favorite products—they work together to give good benefits to the skin. I was a well-known professional drummer and performed with high-performance rock bands all over Europe!"

Yolanda T-F- Massage Therapist

"I've been at Spa Gaucin since before the hotel opened! It is a place of peace and tranquility for me and I love my coworkers.  Deep Tissue is my favorite treatment to perform—it relates most to my training at the Western Institute of Neuromuscular Therapy and the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. I love to dance and I take classical ballet classes."

Leigh H- Massage Therapist / Esthetician

"My interest in the human body began 20 years ago while I worked in the operating room as a surgical technician.  After marrying and raising a family, I decided to return to school and pursue a career as a massage therapist.  My specialties here at Spa Gaucin include our hot stone massage and our signature facial—providing massage and skincare therapy that soothes muscles, heals soreness, and eliminates stress, leaving clients relaxed and refreshed and looking forward to their next session."

Natalie N- Massage Therapist

"Spa Gaucin is a beautiful spa that offers a place of tranquility to get away for a moment and just breathe… My favorite treatment is a great massage! I use a lot of modalities in my massage… I like to use a combination of Swedish, deep tissue, Thai, shiatsu, and reflexology.  I've been a massage therapist for 15 years, and at Spa Gaucin since July 2002.  The Chardonnay Sugar Scrub leaves your skin glowing."

Julie C- Massage Therapist

"I love what I do because it complements my healthy lifestyle! I do triathlons every summer and believe in promoting physical health. My favorite treatment to perform is the deep tissue massage, to really release tension.  Our heart pillows are great for relaxing muscles, and the Chardonnay grapeseed extract massage oil is really nice and light—the texture is perfect for all types of massage.  Spa Gaucin is the most beautiful place on the planet—there's no other place I'd rather be. My favorite memory at Spa Gaucin was getting our five star award!"

Trish L- Massage Therapist

"I've been at Spa Gaucin since we opened in July 2001 and was part of the training team initiative!  I love working with a team of very knowledgeable and experienced therapists who are like a family.  The facility here is top notch and gorgeous.  I love performing body treatments because I can educate the guests on the importance of them.  I once had a guest who had won a massage here from a contest—it was her first massage and she was very nervous.  Shortly into the massage, she softly said 'soothing' and again about ten minutes later.  She was hooked, and the treatment was a success.  I was glad to be part of her first spa experience, and to know it was a good one."

Lynne S- Massage Therapist

"I have been at the beautiful Spa Gaucin since 2002. My experience is a blend of working in athletic clubs , to medical offices, to the five star Spa Gaucin. Having done on site massage at PGA sanctioned golf celebrity events, I am especially tuned into golfers and other sports enthusiasts. I have also done many events benefiting charity organizations related to diabetes, cancer, and multiple sclerosis. I especially enjoy doing 75 and 90 minute treatments because it gives me more time to add more detail. Regardless whether I am performing a deep tissue massage with stretching or a relaxation reflexology treatment, I still create a sense of peacefulness and restful relaxation for the guest."

Nina E- Massage Therapist

"I've been at Spa Gaucin for 6 and a half years, and was nominated for Associate of the Month three times!  My favorite massage to give is the Coastal Stone massage because I can be very creative with it and everyone enjoys it.  I love the Spa Gaucin Fig & Cassis Body Butter because it is very hydrating, and I love how it smells.  My most memorable Spa Gaucin story is when we received the news that the spa received our fifth star! I was very excited and proud of us all.  I give a great Swedish massage and I really am Swedish!"

Maria W- Massage Therapist

"When I come to work, the first thing I see is the ocean, and right then I am put in a thankful mood.  When I enter into Spa Gaucin, it smells so good and you feel at peace. I love it!  I have worked with sports injuries and athlete conditioning and have a broad understanding of anatomy and physiology.  I love performing therapeutic and shiatsu massage.  Our Chardonnay grapeseed oil is my favorite product—great oil to massage with!"

Kristine K- Massage Therapist

"I've been at Spa Gaucin since opening!  I love Spa Gaucin for its beautiful atmosphere, the warm loving people I work with, and the five star standards we practice daily. I also love giving a massage to someone who's never had one. What an honor it is to share my knowledge and expertise and to see and feel how affected they are by massage.  I held another position at Spa Gaucin as Group Sales Coordinator.  My first day as a massage therapist, I did not feel confident, but the other massage therapists pulled me through with encouragement and love.  The time I was a guest at St. Regis in London was a grand experience—it was then that I understood what loyalty is all about!"

Tavi S- Massage Therapist

"My goal is to make a qualitative difference in people's health by advocating an alternative model of health care, incorporating mind, body, and spirit.  My favorite treatment to perform is our Deep Tissue massage.  I've been at Spa Gaucin for five years, and recommend every product line for excellent results! Originally from the Bay Area, I've had the wonderful opportunity to work on some professional athletes here at Spa Gaucin."

Georgetta T- Massage Therapist

"The hospitality and feeling of bliss/retreat as you enter the resort, and the genuine atmosphere in the spa make Spa Gaucin and St. Regis feel like home! My favorite treatment to perform is the Artisan's Intuition, where I can use "my craft" at its very best...using energy work and other techniques. I like to place bottles of water in my massage room in sets of three, to help energy-wise.  I'm happy to be a part of this team since May 2005, and have tremendous passion for my craft!"

Serene H- Massage Therapist

"The Mediterranean Massage is my favorite treatment to perform because it helps me mentally relax and it's rewarding to see the guest so relaxed.  Our Spa Gaucin pear body wash is very moisturizing and smells good—my favorite product!  I've worked at Spa Gaucin for three and a half years.  I also have a black belt in aikido."

Jeanie K- Massage Therapist / Esthetician

"I've studied bodywork for 22 years, even in China and Istanbul! At Spa Gaucin, I love everything: the energy, the ambiance, and most importantly, the people.  All of our product lines are fabulous. I love to perform the therapeutic massage because people love it!! I've been at Spa Gaucin for five years, and love to cook healthy, organic whole foods."

Jaclyn V- Massage Therapist

"Our beautiful atmosphere and the personalized attention we provide to each and every guest is why I love Spa Gaucin! The 90-minute Stone massage with Chardonnay grapeseed oil is my favorite treatment to perform because it takes the guest to a place of serenity, relaxation, and I can give attention to detail.  I enjoy traveling to new and exciting places; last year I had the opportunity to go to Bali, Indonesia with my husband, try new foods, and see a different way of life. I've been at Spa Gaucin since 2005."

Pamela B- Massage Therapist

"Giving the Artisan's Intuition massage allows me to use whatever means to help my guest's body alleviate any symptoms of discomfort and restore energy (blood flow) through the body which is the life force.  This could be shiatsu accompanied with hot stones, and some deep tissue or Swedish style massage.  One of my regular requests is a well-known philanthropist, and it is an honor to have her request my work.  I also enjoy the locals that come regularly, as I see how they respond to regular massage. Spa Gaucin gives me a wonderful peaceful setting to work in my own field of expertise."

James D- Massage Therapist

"I enjoy performing the Deep Tissue massage and hearing the response from people after.  Spa Gaucin is relaxing, tranquil, has wonderful facilities, top notch therapists, ambiance, and friendly, five-star service. I've worked here for six years.  In my spare time, I love Bikram yoga, which I just discovered two months ago."

Amy B- Massage Therapist

"I've been at Spa Gaucin for five years, and I love the atmosphere of a five star hotel.  I love to perform hot stone massage; I studied massage in Hawaii and incorporate a special Hawaiian touch with this treatment.  I had the chance to work on my favorite comedian/actor here at Spa Gaucin.  My favorite product to use is the Chardonnay massage oil!"

Karen K- Massage Therapist

"I specialize in Shiatsu massage, and I even studied in Thailand.  I love the environment at Spa Gaucin and the people I work with.  I love riding horseback, traveling, and studying equian therapy."

Lynn R- Massage Therapist

"With a background in athletic training, I like to help people release acute and chronic tension in their muscles.  I am especially comfortable working with guests that are athletic or have had orthopedic issues.  The Olavie products are my favorite—they smell fantastic and are great for the skin.  I love Spa Gaucin for the nice people and beautiful atmosphere."

Kakae C- Esthetician

"I am one of the fortunate 800 associates from the 2001 opening crew. For many years I gave my heart to the healing arts of massage therapy. In 1995 I found my current passion as an Esthetician. I love love skin care, especially with our magical bespoke St. Regis brand protocol within all our spa services. Namaste."

Chantel W- Esthetician

"I love the gorgeous view from the ocean view facial suite! I get to work in paradise.  I love our TRUE mineral make up line.  I truly believe it is the best quality mineral makeup on the market and I love the antioxidant protection it gives.  My heartwarming times with cancer survivors at our charity events are my favorite memories at Spa Gaucin.  Also—I love to wax!"

Sylvia G- Esthetician

"The OSEA products are my favorite for the algae ingredients and aromatherapy! I've been at Spa Gaucin since November 2001 and I love the five star status, location, people, and all of the wonderful opportunities it has provided me to grow, develop, and learn within the industry.  I earned my esthetician license with a perfect 4.0 GPA!"

Brandy S- Esthetician

"I was part of the opening team at the hotel in 2001!  I love Spa Gaucin for the beautiful environment, being a great place to work, and for my extended family.  I love facials with advanced technology to give results and benefit all my clients. I recently gave a facial to a celebrity I grew up idolizing! I love to travel (I've been to Spain, Bali, and Costa Rica) and I also teach surfing in San Clemente and Newport Beach."

Emily B- Esthetician

"I've been at Spa Gaucin since opening day in 2001.  I love the quality of service at Spa Gaucin as it remains consistent as the spa evolves and changes.  TRUE mineral makeup is my favorite line because it's nourishing, nurturing, and working.  My husband and I used to own a scuba diving store and school in New Jersey!"

Denise N- Esthetician

"I love Spa Gaucin because of the people I work with, and the importance of providing our five star service.  I've been here since 2002, and through my years, I've grown to be a better listener to our guests.  I've learned that providing the type of service that stands out and goes above and beyond the call of duty really makes our guests feel special.  I became an esthetician after working as a greeter/receptionist here for six years!"

Nadia N- Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer/Yoga Instructor

"I seek to inspire my clients to achieve improved health and well being, greater self esteem, and self expression.  My goal is to empower my clients to achieve peak performance in life.  I've created several Wellness Programs for people in corporate and entertainment industries.   I was part of the opening team at Spa Gaucin!"

Haili M- Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer/Nutritionist

"I've been at Spa Gaucin for five years! I love interacting with our guests, members, and sharing my passion for healthy living.  My favorite class to teach is the Outdoor Beach Boot Camp.  Seeing dolphins surfing the waves of Salt Creek beach, while running in the sand with a group of delighted guests and members is just one reason why!  I once had a famous boxer introduce himself to me after I taught a kickboxing class!"