Carlyn K Rutherford
Newport Beach,CA
Summary
Dynamic medical aesthetician with extensive experience at Zo Skin Centre, specializing in skin evaluation and product customization. Proven ability to drive client retention and develop targeted facial specials that attract new clientele. Strong leadership skills demonstrated through training and managing teams, ensuring exceptional service and brand visibility across multiple high-end accounts.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Esthetician
Zena Medical
Newport Beach, California
08.2020 - Current
- Performed hydrafacial MD, oxygen facials, dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, microneedling, professional peels, and lymphatic drainage.
- Managed equipment maintenance and provided technical support for all devices.
- Replenished and stocked back bar inventory alongside ZO Skin Health retail products.
- Educated clients on various brands including Alastin Skincare, DefenAge, ISDIN, Elta MD, Nutrafol, and other hair restoration products.
- Retained clientele from previous employer while building new relationships through referrals and personal interaction.
Medical Aesthetician / Licensed
ZO Skin Centre Fashion Island
Newport Beach, USA
04.2015 - 03.2020
- Certified & trained on Hydrafacial MD, PowerPeel/ Microdermabrasion, Dermaplaning, Coolsculpting, Oxygen Treatment, Microneedling and professional peels.
- Assisted doctors / filled in as MA for patient consults, injectables, peels & additional procedures ( Dr Obagi, Dr Kappel, Dr Kosins, Dr Mowlds ,Dr Ellstrom)
- Participated in extensive training on ZO products and equipment upkeep.
- Developed targeted facial specials that successfully attracted new clients.
- Cultivated strong relationships with team members, clients, and suppliers.
Account Executive / Account Coordinator
Dr Dennis Gross Skincare / MD Skincare
Orange County, USA
01.2006 - 12.2013
- Account Executive Territory- Southern California, Nevada & Arizona
- Achieved promotion for driving growth among retail and spa partners, including Bacara Spa, Miraval Spa, Cal-a-vie, The Golden Door, Ritz Carlton Spa, and Spa Nordstrom OC & AZ.
- Managed accountability for meeting monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales goals, ensuring consistent performance across all accounts.
- Oversaw Advanced Skincare Managers across all retail accounts
- Trained all accounts on product knowledge and sales strategies
- Coordinated events for Nordstrom, Sephora, Macy's, SpaceNK, and Ulta, enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Booked and spoke at Nordstrom Trend shows and private events/ exceeded 2-5k per event
- Managed calendar for 12 freelance members
Education
Esthetician License - Waxing, Microderm, Professional Peels (pre and post care)
Bellflower School of Cosmetology
Bellflower, CA06-2004
Skills
- Hydrafacial certification
- Microneedling techniques
- Skin evaluation
- Product knowledge training
- Sales techniques
- Customer retention
- Market and industry knowledge
- Leadership and development
- Time management
Timeline
Esthetician
Zena Medical
08.2020 - Current
Medical Aesthetician / Licensed
ZO Skin Centre Fashion Island
04.2015 - 03.2020
Account Executive / Account Coordinator
Dr Dennis Gross Skincare / MD Skincare
01.2006 - 12.2013
Esthetician License - Waxing, Microderm, Professional Peels (pre and post care)
Bellflower School of Cosmetology