Nicola
Cattle, pictured at left, is an esthetician and owner of Nicola
of London, a Skin and Body Care Clinic in McLean, Virginia. Originally
from England, Ms. Cattle is a CIDESCO Diplomat — the highest
qualification worldwide in the field of esthetics.
After
training at Champney's College of Health and Beauty outside
of London, Nicola spent 18 months working as a face and body
therapist at Champney's Resort in Hertfordshire, England.
From there, she went to work with a dermatologist in private
practice on Harley Street in London. She spent four years
working with the dermatologist as well as with a plastic
surgeon combining esthetic treatments with traditional dermatological
treatments to provide advanced care to patients. It was here
that Nicola gained extensive experience working with severe
acne conditions.
In
1980, Nicola moved to Washington, D.C., where she worked
as a senior esthetician in a full-service salon. From there
she went on to manage a skin care salon at Ganelle in McLean.
She opened Nicola of London in 1987.
Nicola
has also served on the Board of International Estheticians
Symposiums and has had articles published in national industry
publications. She frequently speaks to major corporations
including J.C.Penney and Color Me Beautiful regarding glycolic
acid formulations and cosmetic ingredient combintions.
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Carole
joined Nicola of London in March of 2001 as a salon Coordinator.
She grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland. Carole married in 1978
and left the area till 1991 when she and her family moved to Fairfax,
Virginia. Originally educated in Dental Technology she moved into
banking and spent five years managing at a credit union in California.
Carole also spent two years as a cosmetic consultant which she
enjoyed immensely. Carole moved to Lexington Massachusets in 1986
for her husband to pursue his masters at Harvard. She has spent
the last 16 years raising their five children.
Carole
has always enjoyed staying active and fit. She is an avid power
walker and loves to bike. Nicola of London is a natural fit
for Carole. As she has matured Carole appreciates the value
of Nicola of London’s Anti- aging treatments which help
maintain her youthful appearance. She enjoys helping people
be the best they can be. She has total commitment to all the
clients at Nicola of London to make sure all their needs are
met and exceeded.
Along
with her dedication to staying active and fit, Carole loves
spending time with her kids, either playing games or reading.
She is also a passionate Scrabble player and enjoys crossword
puzzles.
Claude was born in Lebanon and lived there until age 22. She attended
the Milo Institute in Lebanon where she graduated in 1995. Claude
then worked as an esthetician for a year specializing in European
facials, professional make-up, electrolysis and massage therapy.
She learned lymphatic drainage techniques and slimming treatments.
Claude
later opened her own skin care clinic in 1997 in Lebanon. She
managed her time between her spa and marketing for Tamer Group
which is a cosmetic company, for three years.
In
2000 Claude married and moved with her husband to the United
States.
She joined Nicola of London in February of 2002. She really enjoys
working with pre and post surgical patients which allows her
to
utilize her specialization in lymph drainage. Claude is excited
about helping people achieve the skin care results they desire.
This is one reason that Claude likes working with the Slimline
machine which tones muscles creating a firm and lifted appearance
and increases lymph drainage.
Claude
is continuing her education by participating in classes to learn
the latest beauty techniques, such as treatments for Rosacea and
new peel techniques. Claude in very interested in the theater
and does artistic make-up as a hobby. She looks forward to meeting
youand discussing your skin care concerns so that she can work
out the best treatment plans possible.
Nicola of London is happy to welcome Solmaz back to the team after being gone
for seven years!! Originally from Turkey, Solmaz has been in the industry for
32 years. Her enthusiasm for her work and her clients is contagious! As our Nail
technician, specializing in Silk and Gel nails, Solmaz is creative with her nail
treatments. If you need a Spa pedicure, she can recommend the perfect combination
of products to help you leave Nicola of London with new feet!! Solmaz is also
available for waxing and facial threading, a gentler alternative to waxing for
sensitive skin. Solmaz received her massage training in New York City in 2001,
and increases her knowledge by participating in further education on a regular
basis.
Solmaz came to the United States in 1990 and has two grown daughters. In her
free time she enjoys spending time with her four-year-old Grandson!
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