Job Description
Job Description
Job Description: Master Esthetician (Skin Scientist)
Full and Part Time
About the Role: Lacerta Spa is a science-forward, inclusive wellness sanctuary opening February 2026 in Southwest DC. We specialize in advanced, corrective facial care for all skin types, with particular expertise in melanin-rich skin. We are seeking DC-licensed Master Estheticians to deliver customized, hands-on advanced treatments in private treatment rooms. At Lacerta, hands are the primary tool; devices are used intentionally as enhancements within our "Expert-Choice" cumulative protocols.
Compensation & DC Pay Transparency Disclosure:
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Total Earning Potential: $40.00 – $85.00+ per hour (Inclusive of base pay, service commissions, retail bonuses, and gratuities).
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Guaranteed Earning Bridge: During your 60-day onboarding phase (starting in February), we provide a guaranteed clinical hourly rate of $40.00 – $55/hr plus tips. This ensures your income is protected while we establish our Southwest DC membership base.
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Gratuities: Our system is optimized for guest appreciation; 100% of tips are passed through to the provider.
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Base & Commission: Competitive hourly rate for non-treatment/admin time ($18.50–$25.50/hr) plus commission on every service and retail sale.
Responsibilities:
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Perform advanced facial treatments including chemical peels, nano infusions, and customized skin protocols.
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Conduct thorough consultations and skin analyses grounded in skin physiology.
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Educate clients on skin health, home care, and realistic expectations.
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Maintain strict sanitation, safety, and treatment room standards.
Requirements:
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Valid DC Master Esthetician License (Required).
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Experience with advanced facial and corrective treatments.
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Strong understanding of skin physiology and ingredients.
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Ability to work evenings and at least one weekend day.
Benefits:
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401(k) with up to 4% employer match.
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Health Insurance for eligible employees.
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Advancement Opportunities: Clear paths to Lead, Trainer, or Educator roles.
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Paid Training and continuing education.
Access to select spa amenities including sauna and steam
Company DescriptionLacerta Spa: A Sanctuary for Mastery
The Philosophy
Seven Suites. Two Wings. One Standard. Derived from the Latin for Lizard, Lacerta Spa is a sanctuary dedicated to the biological art of Regeneration and Rebirth.
The Environment: An Urban Escape
Located on 4th St SW, Lacerta Spa is engineered as a sophisticated departure from the city. We offer an intentional transition from the energy of the street into a world of curated calm. Our footprint is architecturally divided into two specialized wings: four Body Suites and three Skincare Retreats. The journey begins in our gendered Changing Suites, each featuring an exclusive Thermal Circuit. With an artisan sauna and Advanced Hybrid Steam Room, this circuit is designed to decompress the guest and prime their skin and soft tissue, ensuring you begin your work on a calm, highly receptive canvas.
The Expert-Choice Ritual
We have moved beyond the traditional service menu to offer a single, elevated standard: The Expert-Choice Ritual. At Lacerta Spa, the guest selects their duration; you curate the path. Following a deep-dive consultation, you have the autonomy to utilize the full suite of advanced modalities within our treatment tiers—from microneedling and chemical peels to targeted bodywork.
Whether your focus is dermal regeneration or structural restoration, you are empowered to treat the individual, not a protocol. Our Membership Collective ensures you build a consistent, long-term practice with clients committed to the science of their own renewal. Your work concludes with integrated downtime in our Restoration Lounge, where guests finalize their transition with botanical hydration before re-entering the city.
Company Description
Lacerta Spa: A Sanctuary for Mastery\r\nThe Philosophy\r\nSeven Suites. Two Wings. One Standard. Derived from the Latin for Lizard, Lacerta Spa is a sanctuary dedicated to the biological art of Regeneration and Rebirth.\r\n\r\nThe Environment: An Urban Escape\r\nLocated on 4th St SW, Lacerta Spa is engineered as a sophisticated departure from the city. We offer an intentional transition from the energy of the street into a world of curated calm. Our footprint is architecturally divided into two specialized wings: four Body Suites and three Skincare Retreats. The journey begins in our gendered Changing Suites, each featuring an exclusive Thermal Circuit. With an artisan sauna and Advanced Hybrid Steam Room, this circuit is designed to decompress the guest and prime their skin and soft tissue, ensuring you begin your work on a calm, highly receptive canvas.\r\n\r\nThe Expert-Choice Ritual\r\nWe have moved beyond the traditional service menu to offer a single, elevated standard: The Expert-Choice Ritual. At Lacerta Spa, the guest selects their duration; you curate the path. Following a deep-dive consultation, you have the autonomy to utilize the full suite of advanced modalities within our treatment tiers—from microneedling and chemical peels to targeted bodywork.\r\n\r\nWhether your focus is dermal regeneration or structural restoration, you are empowered to treat the individual, not a protocol. Our Membership Collective ensures you build a consistent, long-term practice with clients committed to the science of their own renewal. Your work concludes with integrated downtime in our Restoration Lounge, where guests finalize their transition with botanical hydration before re-entering the city.