about cali

Cali is a NY based esthetician and acne specialist specializing in custom facial treatments. Her practice combines both a scientific and holistic approach, helping clients understand how to sustain an overall lifestyle that is supportive of the skin, taking into account what we apply topically and what we take orally.

Here you will find a thoughtfully curated and ever-evolving repertoire of treatments that work towards any skin goal. Our skin can act as a barometer for what’s happening on the inside. Our tissues hold our issues, which is why the power of touch, facial modalities and skin education is so important to dive into as we age and as our bodies change.

Cali is well versed in various advanced esthetic techniques including Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Gua Sha, Microcurrent, Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Chemical Peels and Sculptural Face Lift Massage / Buccal Massage.

Her work as an esthetician has been featured in Refinery 29, Cap Beauty, The Well, and Dore.

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Kyla Nyhus

Kyla, a licensed esthetician of almost 10 years, specializes in natural brow and lash treatments, as well as results driven skincare with a passion for treating acne.

Committed to accommodating every client's personal style, Kyla offers a diverse range of natural styles complementing features and enhancing individual looks. 

Kyla’s approach is dedicated to enhancing your natural beauty with a focus on a low-maintenance routine through meticulous work.

She has worked independently at various studios throughout Manhattan before finding a home at Strauhs Studios in TriBeCa, where she has trained under Cali Strauhs to further her skincare background. 

Sarenity Shea

Saren is a big believer that achieving a state of calm in the body can initiate a cascade of healing. She’s devoted to supporting individuals as they navigate the process of feeling healthy in their skin. Saren's treatments are fully customized, allowing time for deep relaxation and a collaborative plan tailored to each client's needs. A licensed esthetician in New York and the first mentee of Cali, Saren is also pursuing a master's degree in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine.

Sarah Abney

Originally from San Francisco, Sarah spent a decade working in the fashion industry before shifting her focus to skincare.

Sarah is a natural born healer, and cares deeply about the integrity of her work. Her expertise is in both skin revision and Intra-Oral Buccal Massage. Sarah’s ability to release tension and restore balance is unmatched with the level of curation she creates, and the space she holds for each individual client.

With her soft-spoken nature and intuitive touch, she is passionate about creating an intimate experience where clients feel the upmost support and care.