Mzia Shiman – The Skin Whisperer
Mzia Shiman, Manhattan’s most acclaimed skin care expert, is known for her restorative facials and signature brow shaping. She has been the aesthetician of choice for the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show for more than 5 years. Dubbed “the Skin Whisperer” by Allure, she has the top of the food chain clientele. On any given day, you will bump into actors, actresses, models, socialites, moguls and dignitaries at her Upper East Side spa. One thing they all have in common: They are all obsessed with her skin care regime.
The American Dream
After studying in Russia before moving to, and working in New York, Mzia opened her own spa on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Known for her custom-tailoring skin care programs, Mzia combines traditional practices with the latest technology. Services range from facials to waxing and laser hair removal to special event preparation. Galavante has been a devotee for over six years and had the unique opportunity to sit down with the extraordinary Mzia Shiman.
Galavante: How long have you been an aesthetician?
Mzia: Oh, you are going to age me. But I’m proud to say I’ve been an aesthetician for over 30 years. I studied medicine in Russia before moving to the U.S. and took that knowledge to my profession as an aesthetician.
Galavante: Well, you must have been six when you studied medicine. You are gorgeous.
Mzia: You know my age, and it’s a little older than 36. However, I take care of myself, and also my clients, a number of whom have been with me for over 20 years. I love my clients and love to take care of them.
Galavante: What kind of services do you offer?
Mzia: My spa has a virtually every skin treatment you can imagine, because we tailor every treatment to meet a client’s specific needs. I offer every type of facial–from cleansing to oxygen and microdermabrasion. I also do laser treatments. Laser is life-changing for clients.
Galavante: Your wax services made you famous, didn’t it?
Mzia: Oh no, I’m not famous, but I have been lucky to have been featured for the services I offer. Ages ago, before anyone was doing eyebrows, I was featured on MTV. I also get mentioned in beauty magazines every so often, like Allure.
Galavante: To look as good as you, how should we take care of our skin?
Mzia: Well, for my skin, microdermabrasion does wonders, but it depends upon the person. Age, skin type, health, genetics, diet, lifestyle and profession all need to be taken into consideration. At night make sure to go to bed with very clean skin and hydrate with a night cream to fit your skin type. Exfoliate your skin weekly and use a mask appropriate for your skin. As a general rule, hydration is key to looking young and maintaining the health of your skin. I recommend all my clients use a hydrating mask once a week, and moisturize daily. I love the Decolor products.
Galavante: You must meet some really interesting people, as the best aesthetician in all of New York. What’s your favorite perk from working in the business?
Mzia: I think you are biased! My clients are so good to me; I am lucky to have such special people in my life. I’m always so appreciative of it all. I guess though that your readers would be interested in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. I worked almost every year because of my clients, from the days that Heidi was an angel. She also does an amazing Halloween party that I go to every year.
Galavante: I guess for those of us not on a first name basis, that’s Klum, right?
Mzia: Oh yes; she is an amazing businesswoman and mother.
Galavante: Just like you. So how do we get an appointment with you?
Mzia: Just call Mzia Shiman Spa and schedule; a friend of Galavante’s is a friend of mine.
Contact
Mzia Shiman
212 933 4389
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mziashiman.com
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