Real Results: How Kazimira Transformed Her Skin with Our Treatment Plan
When Kazimira first walked into the spa, she was dealing with consistent, painful acne breakouts, scarring, and pigmentation. Her goal was simple but powerful — she wanted skin she could finally feel confident in after struggling for years to find lasting results.
In this post, I’m sharing her journey: what we did, how we tracked her progress, and the incredible results we achieved together.
Starting Point & Goals
In October 2024, Kazimira visited Emily Nicole Esthetics in Joplin, MO for a Skin Session. During this appointment, we dove deep into her skin story — her health history, current skincare routine, past treatments, and goals.
As her skin specialist, I quickly discovered she had been visiting a dermatologist’s office for chemical peels with little improvement, despite investing time and money. She had also tried prescription acne medications that didn’t move her closer to her goal of clear, healthy skin.
Her top concerns were:
Painful acne breakouts
Enlarged pores
Post-inflammatory pigmentation
Her at-home routine was simple — Cetaphil Cleanser, Cetaphil Moisturizer, and Kiehl’s Acne Solution Treatment. On her new client consultation form, she wrote:
“I have honestly tried so many face washes and acne solutions, and nothing works. I just want clear skin.”
I reassured her that clear skin doesn’t happen overnight — but that together, we’d map out a plan that actually works.
We created a customized treatment plan and skincare regimen to restore her youthful glow, minimize pores, and clear active acne. During her Skin Session, I also educated her on how acne forms and which products and treatments would help her skin heal from the inside out.
The Treatment Plan
We decided to start with our Face Reality Acne Bootcamp to jumpstart her results — now offered at ENE as our Acne Membership.
This program included bi-weekly in-clinic treatments focused on clearing existing acne and preventing new breakouts. During each session, we performed:
Acne chemical peels with mandelic acid, lactic acid, and trichloroacetic acid (TCA)
Extractions as needed for non-inflamed acne
High Frequency or LED Light Therapy to reduce inflammation and speed up healing
Alongside treatments, we created a customized at-home routine using:
Face Reality 8% L-Mandelic Serum
Face Reality 5% Advanced Acne Med
As her skin adjusted, we gradually increased actives to maintain progress and continue pushing her skin to clear — adding a gentle scrub, retinol serum, and eventually upgrading to 10% Advanced Acne Med. We also introduced hydraRemedy Serum to maintain balance and hydration alongside the actives.
Chemical peels played a big role in lifting pigment, smoothing texture, and keeping follicles clear of dead skin buildup — a key step in preventing future breakouts.
Progress Over Time
First Day of Acne Treatment
One Month into Acne Treatments and New Skincare Regimen
Clearing acne takes patience and consistency — typically 3–6 months minimum depending on severity. Kazimira’s acne included both inflamed and non-inflamed lesions, so our goal was to calm inflammation first, then tackle congestion beneath the surface.
After one month, her skin appeared calmer, though she experienced a purging phase — a normal and temporary part of clearing. While it looked like things were getting worse, her skin was actually pushing impurities up and out.
We made strategic adjustments to her homecare routine, swapped her 5% Advanced Acne Med for 10%, and reminded her that clear skin is a process. She never missed a single treatment and followed her regimen consistently.
I often reminded her:
“Clearing acne is like a roller coaster — you’ll have highs and lows, but the progress is worth it. Stay patient and trust the process.”
Final Results
After completing her Acne Bootcamp, Kazimira transitioned into our VIP Signature Membership to maintain her results. The transformation speaks for itself — her skin is visibly clearer, smoother, and glowing with confidence.
Kazimira shared that her skin feels better than ever and that she rarely wears makeup now. She also mentioned she’ll “never visit anywhere else but Emily Nicole Esthetics.”
Through months of consistency and customization, we found that her skin responded best to a combination of acne peels and the Skin Script 30% Glycolic Peel — the perfect blend for maintaining clarity and radiance.
Today, her skin is exactly what we strive for at ENE: clear, healthy, and youthful.
What This Means for You
If you’re dealing with acne, know that you don’t have to do it alone. Our team at Emily Nicole Esthetics will work with you every step of the way to help you achieve the skin you dream of.
With customized treatment planning, professional home care, and ongoing education, you’ll finally understand your skin — and how to keep it clear long-term.
A Different Approach to Skin Care
Unlike one-size-fits-all approaches, our process is deeply personalized and designed for real, lasting results. When you work one-on-one with a licensed esthetician and acne specialist, you gain more than a treatment plan — you gain a partner and cheerleader who’s fully invested in your success.