Our Humans
These are our peeps,
and we love them!

In case you are unfamiliar, each human is a bit different.
Some variances in the work performed by each aesthetician
can be expected, but rest assured that our humans are of
top quality, each with their own unique characteristics and
expertise.
Some variances in the work performed by each aesthetician
can be expected, but rest assured that our humans are of
top quality, each with their own unique characteristics and
expertise.
We believe in our humans.
These humans are tried, tested, and true. We will always
stand behind the work of each of our humans. Their
performance is as close to perfect as we’ve seen, and
while occasionally they may be prone to sudden bursts of
laughter or smack-talk, overall we think they’re pretty great!
stand behind the work of each of our humans. Their
performance is as close to perfect as we’ve seen, and
while occasionally they may be prone to sudden bursts of
laughter or smack-talk, overall we think they’re pretty great!
Be warned, humans can be sassy!
Kal
SENIOR AESTHETICIAN
10+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Armed with 10+ years experience in aesthetics, and with
the knowledge of her RPN training, Kal’s professionalism
and saucy humour are sure to make your visit an enjoyable
treat!
the knowledge of her RPN training, Kal’s professionalism
and saucy humour are sure to make your visit an enjoyable
treat!
Kal loves craft beer, Jake Gyllenhal, cats (the furry friends,
and the musical), and she directs the toilet paper from
under (in case that’s important for you).
and the musical), and she directs the toilet paper from
under (in case that’s important for you).
Kal’s not a big fan of French manicures (like at all).

Q: What is your area of expertise?
A. Manicures, pedicures, brazilian waxing.
Q: Who is your celebrity crush(es)?
A. Jake Gyllenhal, Shia Leboeuf, Idris Elba, Kate Moss
Q: What is your least favourite service?
A. Those french manicures are definitely an occupational hazard.
Q: What are unwritten rules at work?
A. Be respectful, be efficient, be helpful, and be funny. Seriously, we are put through the rigors for that last one!
Q: What is question clients ask you all the time?
A. Are you and Rachel related? (Only in spirit)
Q: Toilet paper, over or under?
A. Under, but I’m not a psycho about it, Mark *cough ahem*

Harriet
SENIOR AESTHETICIAN
10+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
With sweetness thicker than molasses, and the fierceness
of a garden gnome, Harriet’s 10+ years of experience as
a professional Aesthetician shine through her flawless, detailed approach to each service she performs.
Are you obsessed with all things shiny? Oh boy, than Harriet may be the Aesthetician for you! If it’s got glitter, you can bet she’s into it!
Having mastered the art of dancing {while singing karaoke}, this busy cat-mom is sure to make your visit to Smudge one to remember!
Q: What is your sign?
A. The best sign, Virgo heehee
Q: Dancing or karaoke?
A. Both, even at the same time!
Q: Who is your celebrity crush?
A. Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Cruise, Austin Powers.
Q: What is your area of expertise?
A. Being super-duper nice, and Shellac Pedicures!
Q: What are the unwritten rules at work?
A. To laugh when you can, apologize when you should, and let go of what you can not change.
Q: Toilet paper, over or under?
A. Over, I’m not a psychopath.
Karyn
ADVANCED AESTHETICIAN
9+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Torn between cats & dogs, Karyn has decided to love them
all. Karyn’s approach to beauty services is based on strong
communication and meticulous work. Karyn always has the
sense to make sure the toilet paper is coming from above,
because she’s not a savage.
all. Karyn’s approach to beauty services is based on strong
communication and meticulous work. Karyn always has the
sense to make sure the toilet paper is coming from above,
because she’s not a savage.
PS.. She’s totally fine with being called Karebear.

Q: Did you have a nickname growing up, or do you now?
A. Karebear (it’s still stuck to this day, and I am okay with still being called it!)
Q: When did you start Aesthetics? (Started school)
A. I started in 2012 in Victoria, BC (my hometown)
Q: Dancing or karaoke?
A. Dancing! I grew up doing musical theatre and I taught hip hop for 8 years
Q: What is your area of expertise?
A. Lash lifts, brow laminations, and waxing
Q: What is one thing you would like to say to clients but it seems inappropriate?
A. That being no showed for an appointment is like being stood up on a date… we all know how that feels, so don’t do it!
Q: Toilet paper, over or under?
A: Oh over. always over.

Courtney
AESTHETICIAN
5+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Having been at Smudge since almost the very beginning,
Courtney is the OG Smudgeroo! Courtney’s kind,
professional approach to self-care is guaranteed to please,
and her extraordinary super-power of making even the
gnarliest of nails shine in glory, Courtney is sure to give
your hands and feet all the extra attention they’ve been
longing for.
Courtney is the OG Smudgeroo! Courtney’s kind,
professional approach to self-care is guaranteed to please,
and her extraordinary super-power of making even the
gnarliest of nails shine in glory, Courtney is sure to give
your hands and feet all the extra attention they’ve been
longing for.
Courtney doesn’t place a lot of importance on how the toilet paper is hung.
Q: Do you have a nickname at work?
A. The Smudge gals call me Court, or Little Court.
Q: What is your favourite place you have ever been near or far?
A. Barry’s Bay, Ontario. #ifyoudontknowyouwillknow
Q: Who is your celebrity crush?
A. Tom Cruise. 4 ever.
Q: What is your area of expertise?
A. Natural nails. All about them natural nails!
Q: Toilet paper, over or under?
A. Under?
Rachel
SENIOR AESTHETICIAN
13+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Rachel’s favourite colour is camo. Avocados are a hard
‘no’. Leonardo DiCaprio is a hard ‘yes’. You know what
they say “there’s no accounting for taste”. While we may
not depend on Rachel’s advice for men or snacks, her
advice when it comes to self-care services is in a league of
her own. Continually advancing her skill set, this Gemini is
gonna wow you her expert level of professional knowledge
and advice.
‘no’. Leonardo DiCaprio is a hard ‘yes’. You know what
they say “there’s no accounting for taste”. While we may
not depend on Rachel’s advice for men or snacks, her
advice when it comes to self-care services is in a league of
her own. Continually advancing her skill set, this Gemini is
gonna wow you her expert level of professional knowledge
and advice.
P.S. Rachel would like you to not touch anything while your
nails are drying. Please, don’t piss her off.
nails are drying. Please, don’t piss her off.

Q: What are your areas of expertise?
A. I have been named the Braz-Queen at work, I promise it will only be tender for about 8 minutes. Also, Brow Laminations are my jam!
Q: What is your sign?
A. Gemini. You get a little of this, and a little of that with me.
Q: Dancing or karaoke?
A. Let’s tear up the dance floor while we sing karaoke?
Q: Who is your celebrity crush?
A. Leonardo DiCaprio
Q: What are unwritten rules at work?
A. Have as much fun as possible!
Q: What is one thing you would like to say to clients but it seems inappropriate?
A. I’d really appreciate if you didn’t touch things during your manicure and drying time. I know you need to email your boss back, but I’d like your nails not to have fuzzies or smudges, k thanks!

Nicole
ASSISTANT MANAGER, DERMALOGICA SKIN EXPERT & AESTHETICIAN
4+ YEARS
In near perfect harmony are Nicole’s professionalism,
knowledge, and talent. With a strong base of knowledge in
the beauty industry, and a certified, expert level of skin-care
knowledge, Nicole is sure to lead her clients towards their
best skin ever!
knowledge, and talent. With a strong base of knowledge in
the beauty industry, and a certified, expert level of skin-care
knowledge, Nicole is sure to lead her clients towards their
best skin ever!
Having mastered the arts of tie-dye and skin-care, this cat-
loving Aquarius doesn’t have a preference in regards to the
toilet paper being over or under, as long as there’s toilet
paper.
loving Aquarius doesn’t have a preference in regards to the
toilet paper being over or under, as long as there’s toilet
paper.
Q: When did you start working at Smudge?
A. I started Aesthetics in 2017, and working at Smudge in March of 2021 and am loving every minute of it!
Q: What is your sign?
A. I am an Aquarius, with a Scorpio rising, and a Virgo moon.
Q: Dancing or karaoke?
A. Dancing for sure! If i’m not dancing by the front desk you can probably catch me in one of my Zumba classes!
Q: What is one thing you would like to say to clients but it seems inappropriate?
A. Who told you it was ok to wash your face with a bar of soap?
Q: What are unwritten rules at work?
A. A little bit of kindness, and a whole lot of communication make a good recipe for respect.
Q: Do you have any bad habits?
A. Since covid quarantines I often drive to the airport just to see it.. I miss travel lol
Zoë
SENIOR AESTHETICIAN
10+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Kind, sweet, and a keen eye for all things beauty, Zoë has
traveled far and wide broadening her knowledge and
experience in the beauty industry. First-time clients often
wonder how Zoë gets by with her ultra-long pink nails, but
don’t let them fool you , this highly-skilled, long-taloned,
professional Aesthetician is sure to help you achieve your
nail, lash, & brow goals!
traveled far and wide broadening her knowledge and
experience in the beauty industry. First-time clients often
wonder how Zoë gets by with her ultra-long pink nails, but
don’t let them fool you , this highly-skilled, long-taloned,
professional Aesthetician is sure to help you achieve your
nail, lash, & brow goals!
Need a pick me up? Ask Zoë for one of her bad jokes.

Q: When did you start at Smudge?
A. November of 2019 so just over a year now, and I have loved every minute of it!
Q: How long have you done Aesthetics?
A. I started Aesthetics school in 2008 in England.
Q: Do you have any bad habits?
A. My bad habit as an Aesthetician is unacceptable, I’m a nail biter!
Q: What questions do clients always ask you?
A. How do I function with my super-long nails, but don’t you fret, I can do everything perfectly!
Q: What is a joke you know off the top of your head?
A. What is an Astronauts favourite part of a computer? The space bar.

Mark
Owner, Curator & Master Stylist
25+ years experience
Bossy & weird. Full of love & unsolicited guidance.