Hi there, my name is Julie and I'm a medically trained, master Esthetician living in the Pacific Northwest. I have over 24 years of experience in the cosmetic industry. My passion for skincare began in my early teen's while I was modeling around the globe. As a model, I struggled with keeping my skin acne free and that struggle continued into adulthood. While I do still wrestle with occasional breakouts, more recently I have developed perioral dermatitis. This blog is a diary of sorts reviewing products, analyzing product ingredients and exploring healthy lifestyle choices. I am a firm believer that healthy skin starts from the inside out.
My skin type is normal to dry in my cheeks and normal to combination in my t-zone. My skin is easily irritated, acne prone and often dehydrated. I have post acne scarring and some areas of hyperpigmentation. My under eyes are ridiculously dry, easily irritated but are extremely prone to milia. I have a severe case of chronic dry eye syndrome and unfortunately, this contributes to my dry eye area.
Keep in touch! You can find me on Instagram or if you have any questions, feel free to email me at julie@pdxbeautiful.com