Julian Mercer
Licensed Aesthetician | Advanced Dermal Treatments & Skin Health Specialist
Vancouver
Professional Summary
Licensed aesthetician with comprehensive experience in clinical facial therapies, targeted chemical resurfacing, and restorative skin treatments. Dedicated to evidence-informed skincare solutions, patient safety, and personalized care plans tailored to individual dermal needs.
Professional Experience
Pacific Glow Skin & Laser Lounge
Vancouver, BC
Senior Aesthetician
Aug 2021 – Present
- Perform advanced dermal treatments including medical-grade chemical peels, microneedling, dermaplaning, and LED light therapies for clients with diverse Fitzpatrick skin types.
- Conduct in-depth skin analyses and formulate customized home-care regimens, increasing retail product retention by 28%.
- Maintain strict sterilization, sanitization, and infection prevention protocols in compliance with WorkSafeBC and provincial health standards.
- Mentor junior technicians on client consultation methodologies and proper extraction techniques.
Harbour Mist Wellness Spa
Vancouver, BC
Esthetician
Sep 2016 – Jul 2021
- Administered specialized facial treatments, hydro-facials, and gentle enzymatic exfoliations to address conditions such as acne, rosacea, and photo-aging.
- Managed treatment room prep, inventory audits, and restocking for professional backbar formulations and medical skin-care lines.
- Educated clients on pre- and post-treatment dermal care, minimizing adverse skin reactions and boosting client satisfaction ratings.
Education
Blanche Macdonald Centre
Diploma in Advanced Esthetics · Esthetics and Spa Therapy · Vancouver, BC · With Distinction · Sep 2015 – Jun 2016
Comprehensive curriculum covering skin histology, chemical exfoliation protocols, microdermabrasion, lymphatic drainage massage, and medical-grade spa sanitation protocols.
Professional Projects
Clinical Treatment Protocol Redesign
Apr 2023 – Nov 2023
- Collaborated with clinic management to structure a standard operating procedure for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation protocols across Fitzpatrick skin types IV to VI.
- Designed comprehensive patient homecare cards that streamlined client education and improved treatment plan compliance.
Areas of Expertise
Advanced Skin Analysis
Chemical Exfoliation & Peels
Microneedling (Collagen Induction)
Dermaplaning
Hydra-Dermabrasion
Fitzpatrick Skin Typing
Acne & Rosacea Management
LED Phototherapy
Infection Control & Sterilization
Product Consultation & Retail Sales
Languages
English
C2
French
B2
Certifications & Credentials
Certified Laser Safety Officer (CLSO)
Laser Safety Institute of Canada · May 2024
Advanced Chemical Peel Certification
Dermal Science International Academy · Nov 2021
Advanced Skin Analysis & Microneedling Certificate
International Dermal Institute · Mar 2020
Community Involvement
Coastal Compassion Care Society
Vancouver, BC · Jan 2022 – Dec 2023
- Volunteer Personal Care Assistant
- Provided gentle hand-care treatments and barrier-repair barrier creams to cancer patients recovering from chemotherapy.
- Assisted in patient check-in and organized sanitized wellness spaces alongside registered nurses.