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Well girls, it seems like the inevitable dawn of the end of my 20s is upon me.  In just three short months, I will be turning 30-years-old.

Let me just say that one more time: I am going to be 30-years-old.

(Excuse me…need to get a Kleenex.)

Okay, I’m back.

So, let’s discuss what this inevitably means: any item of clothing with sparkles is now questionably acceptable; this needs to be viewed not as one step further away from my youth, but rather one step closer to my “Carrie Bradshaw” years; it’s time to start planning an over-the-top birthday bash to commiserate (would this Cheeky girl have it any other way?); and finally, a regular professional skincare regime shall become my new religion.

Good thing I discovered Leah Chavie, founder and owner of Leah Chavie Skin Care Boutique in Lincoln Park, in the nick of time.

Ladies, if you haven’t met Leah, you should. Aside from being one of the most knowledgeable and passionate skincare professionals I’ve ever met (more on that in a minute), she’s also one of the Cheekiest chicks I know. A warm, down-to-earth, fiercely fabulous girl you’ll want to grab a cocktail with once you’re done with your facial. Seriously.

Leah’s studio is a one-stop-shop for all things beauty, wellness, health and feeling your best, prettiest, most fabulous and youthful self.  Her studio has the feel of your childhood dream bedroom, meets Nordstrom, meets a Parisian boutique. It’s all at once luxe, comfy, feminine and chic.  Take off your shoes, grab a robe and sip some tea, coffee or Champagne as you’re escorted through the aromatic halls of what I will refer to as an oasis of pampering.

Leah offers everything from make-up applications, chemical peels, body treatments, lash enhancements, airbrush tanning, hair removal, laser genesis treatments and much more. She uses only the most elite skincare products in the industry, including Obagi, Biologique, Latisse and Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup.

But it is Leah’s customized facial where she really shines.

Since Leah takes both an American and European approach, plus she uses a combination of holistic and medical techniques, each service is completely customized based on the specific skincare needs of that specific client.  There is no cookie-cutter facial at Leah Chavie.

During my personal treatment, which Leah – having never worked on my skin before – basically improvised. I experienced everything from effortless extractions to clear my skin, laser genesis to renew my skin and Biologique’s “facial remodeling” to lift my skin. Combined with top-of-the-line skin care products and Leah’s refreshing and amazing energy, I walked out of her studio looking (and feeling) like my (best skin) self.  And truly, a little younger looking…

So stop by Leah Chavie’s Studio, tell her Cheeky sent you and receive 20% off any service.

And in the meantime, just repeat the mantra, “Age is just a number…” At least, that’s what I will be saying in between my regular trips to Leah.

Happy pampering!