What SKIN BAR & STUDIO does

Skin Bar & Studio is a single-location luxury medical spa operating in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood, founded in 2024 by Natalie Hammoud, a former corporate finance professional. The company specializes in Biologique Recherche customized facials — a French skincare methodology built around cold-formulated, high-potency products and personalized skin assessments — and extends into a full clinical menu including Hydrafacial, the multi-technology Oxylight Facial (oxygen infusion, LED light therapy, microcurrent, ultrasound, diamond microdermabrasion), SkinPen microneedling, PRP treatments, chemical peels, injectables (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, dermal fillers, Sculptra), IV therapy, vitamin shots, GLP-1 weight loss programs, PRP hair restoration, and lymphatic drainage body sculpting. Clinical oversight is provided by Medical Director Brett Brechner, MD and Medical Director Assistant Carolyn Stanovic. The business also operates a Face Reality-certified acne program and an Injector Shadow Program ($400 per 4-hour session) for licensed medical professionals.

The company makes money through five streams: (1) pay-as-you-go treatment services priced from $40 vitamin shots to $1,899 Tirzepatide 3-month supplies, with a 10% member discount on most categories; (2) two monthly memberships with 6-month commitments — Skin Bar Society at $225/month with credit banking and priority booking, and HydraFacial Membership at $185/month including a monthly 45-minute Deluxe Hydrafacial; (3) retail product sales across six professional skincare brands via an integrated e-commerce shop; (4) private Botox Party events and bridal packages with a $500 deposit and minimum 5 guests; and (5) the B2B Shadow Program. Distribution is omnichannel: a single physical storefront at 1513 N. Wells Street, online booking through the Zenoti platform, multi-partner patient financing (Cherry, Affirm, AfterPay), industry loyalty integrations (Allē, Aspire, Xperience+), and active Instagram and TikTok accounts supported by SEO-optimized website content and a $50/$50 referral program.

The business is privately held, founder-owned, and bootstrapped, with no disclosed venture or institutional capital. Customer base is entirely consumer (B2C), with no named enterprise accounts, and the company's stated geographic service area is Chicago and surrounding Illinois neighborhoods (Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, River North). Operations are anchored by an 11–50 employee base, extended business hours Tuesday through Sunday, and a referrers-and-referred mutual $50 credit program that supports word-of-mouth acquisition.

Name

SKIN BAR & STUDIO

Legal name

Skin Bar and Studio

Website

https://skinbarandstudio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Skin Bar & Studio is a privately held luxury med spa in Chicago's Old Town, offering Biologique Recherche facials, injectables, skin treatments, IV therapy, and weight loss services to individual consumers across the Chicago metro area, supplemented by monthly memberships and group event bookings.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Spa Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211), Beauty Salons (812112), Diet and Weight Reducing Centers (812191), Personal Care Services (8121)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Professional/Backbar Skincare (Esthetician & Spa Use) (CRABAAAK), Hydrating & Barrier Repair Facials (HSALADAD), Body Scrubs & Exfoliation Treatments (HSALAFAE), Spa Body Wraps & Cocoon Treatments (HSALAFAD), Spa Body Treatments & Massage (Oils, Scrubs, Wraps) (CRABALAG)

Keywords

• Medical spa services
• Cosmetic injectables
• Clinical skincare facials
• Iv therapy services
• Aesthetic wellness treatments

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Treatment Services: Primary revenue from facials, injectables, skin treatments, IV therapies, vitamin shots, body treatments, and hair restoration services. Pricing varies from $40 vitamin shots to $799 Sculptra treatments, with services ranging from $75 dermaplane to $785 Vampire Facial.
2. Membership Subscriptions: Monthly recurring revenue from Skin Bar Society ($225/month) and HydraFacial Membership ($185/month) programs with 6-month commitment. Members receive credit banking, priority booking, and exclusive discounts on all services and products.
3. Product Sales: Retail sales of professional skincare products through on-site shop and online store. Carries brands including Biologique Recherche, Kerstin Florian, Colorescience, RescueMD, Face Reality, and Elizabeth W. Products range from $16 to $88.
4. Bridal and Event Packages: Customized bridal skincare programs and private event bookings including bachelorette parties, bridal showers. Botox Party events require $500 deposit with minimum 5 guests.
5. Shadow Program: Injector shadowing/mentorship program for licensed nurses and medical professionals at $400 per 4-hour session. Includes supervised observation at partner med spa locations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Skin Bar & Studio is a Chicago-based luxury medical spa offering personalized skincare, aesthetic treatments, and wellness services. The company delivers Biologique Recherche facials, Hydrafacials, SkinPen microneedling with PRP, neuromodulator injections (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin), dermal fillers, IV therapy, vitamin shots, weight loss programs, and body treatments. Services are performed in a single Old Town, Chicago location supported by membership subscriptions, private Botox Party events, and a retail skincare shop.

Product overview

Skin Bar and Studio is a premier medical spa offering personalized skincare and aesthetic treatments. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of services organized across facial treatments (Hydrafacial, Biologique Recherche facials, Oxylight Facial), injectables (Botox/Dysport/Xeomin, Dermal Fillers, Sculptra), skin rejuvenation (Microneedling, Chemical Peels, Vampire Facial), wellness services (IV Therapy, Vitamin Shots, Weight Loss Program), and body treatments (Lymphatic Drainage). Additional offerings include memberships (Skin Bar Society, HydraFacial Membership), private events (Botox Party), professional training (Shadow Program), and a loyalty referral program. The core experience combines luxury spa aesthetics with clinical-grade treatments, centered around the Biologique Recherche methodology.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hydrafacial Signature
• Biologique Recherche Bespoke Facial
• Oxylight Facial
• Neurotoxin Injections (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin)
• Dermal Fillers
• Sculptra Injections
• Vampire Facial (PRP + Microneedling)
• SkinPen Microneedling
• VI Chemical Peel
• Acne Treatment Program
• Bridal Skincare Package
• IV Therapy
• Vitamin Shots
• Medical Weight Loss Program
• PRP Hair Restoration
• Lymphatic Drainage Body Sculpting
• Botox Party Private Event
• Injector Shadow Program
• Skin Bar Society Membership
• HydraFacial Membership
• Client Referral Program
• Dermaplaning

Quantifiable outcome

• Most clients visit every 4-6 weeks for skin maintenance
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Barry'sminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFitness studio partnership. Barry's is a high-intensity workout studio with locations including Chicago River North. Partnership appears to be cross-promotional, targeting wellness-focused clientele who value both fitness and skincare.
• Brazilian Lymph SpaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWellness partner specializing in lymphatic drainage treatments. Logical partnership for complementary body sculpting and lymphatic services. Both focus on body wellness and aesthetic improvements.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Hydrafacial Company: Manufacturer and provider of the Hydrafacial device and protocols used by Skin Bar. Acts as both a vendor and category-defining brand enabling the med spa's signature service line.
• Biologique Recherche: French luxury skincare brand and professional treatment methodology provider. Strategic product/brand partner whose authorization gives Skin Bar its primary service differentiation and credibility.

Direct peers

• Skin Laundry: Membership-driven facial and laser treatment clinic chain. Closely comparable business model with strong emphasis on recurring revenue via membership subscriptions, technology-forward brand identity, and similar urban affluent target customer.
• Ever/Body: Premium med spa brand offering injectables, laser, and body treatments with a tech-enabled booking experience and modern brand identity. Closely aligned with Skin Bar's positioning around personalized, results-driven aesthetics.
• SEV Laser: Multi-location med spa offering laser hair removal, injectables, skin treatments, and body contouring. Comparable service menu and mid-premium pricing structure targeted at similar demographics.
• SkinSpirit: Largest U.S. medical spa brand offering injectables, facials, laser, and body treatments across multiple locations. Directly comparable service mix, membership model, and premium positioning targeting similar affluent urban consumers.
• Beauty Park Med Spa: Boutique med spa offering Botox, fillers, microneedling, PRP, and facials with similar pricing structure and small-format location strategy. Most direct local Chicago-area comparable at similar scale and positioning.

Broad incumbents

• LaserAway: Multi-location U.S. med spa chain specializing in laser hair removal, skin treatments, injectables, and body contouring. Similar service mix and consumer demographic; significantly larger scale and marketing budget.
• Ideal Image: National med spa chain (150+ locations) owned by Fortress Investment Group offering Botox, fillers, laser hair removal, and body treatments. Comparable service categories at scale; broader geographic footprint and well-capitalized marketing operation.

Regional players

• Chicago Cosmetic Institute: Chicago-based med spa providing injectables, laser treatments, body contouring, and skincare services. Geographic and service-line peer serving the same Chicago metropolitan consumer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/skinbarandstudio
• TikToktiktok.com/@skinbarandstudio
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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