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About Dermessentials Medi-spa

Derm Essentials Medical Spa was formed in March 2002. Owner and operator is Sharon Schwindt, RN. Our team is committed to excellence and quality, ensuring client satisfaction and trust. Our Medi-spa is located in the seaside town of Comox, in the beautiful Comox Valley on central Vancouver Island. Get Directions

Medical Staff

Sharon Schwindt   |  Advanced Injector RN, Owner / Operator

Sharon is a Registered Nurse licensed under the CRNBC with 40+ years of combined hospital and cosmetic medical services. She is a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) and is an advanced injector of Allergan products Botox and Juvederm since 2002.

  • Certified by Syneron Canada, using Elos technology in Laser hair removal, Skin rejuvenation, Skin tightening and Sublation.
  • Advocates continuing education and updating of skills to stay current.
  • Advocates continuing education and updating of skills to stay current.

Jennifer BSN  |  Advanced Injector Clinical Trainer

Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2000 from Trinity Western University. After working in the Emergency Department for four years, Jennifer decided to focus on Obstetrics, and then moved into the Medical Aesthetic field in 2008. She is a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) and is an advanced injector of Allergan products Botox and Juvederm.

Dr. Susan Booth   |  Medical Director

Dr. Susan Booth graduated from the University of Manchester, UK in 1981. She worked in a general practice until 2009 when she moved to Canada. She obtained her Canadian MD and has been working in General Practice and addiction medicine in Alert Bay and Campbell River.In 2016,  Dr. Susan Booth was certified in Botox Cosmetic, and Juvederm Injections and joined our Medical Director team at Dermessentials.

Dr. David Milanovich ND

Dr Milanovich joined Dermessentials Inc. in 2018 performing PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma ) injections for facial and hair restorative treatments. He graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2003. There he co-founded the men’s health awareness week, and was a member of the sports medicine group. Prior to that he studied kinesiology at the University of Calgary, and received his bachelors of science degree from the University of Victoria. He also sat on the athletic advisory committee while developing a passion for competitive rowing and coaching, and continued to do so for several years for clubs across Canada.
Dr Milanovich now resides in his home town, the beautiful Comox Valley on Vancouver Island, along with his wife and 2 children. After running a Bikram yoga studio with his wife for almost 10 years, and teaching yoga, he continues to blend his passion for active living and regenerative medicine, particularly in the field of pain management and soft tissue injuries. Dr Milanovich uses various modern regenerative medical techniques such as Regenerative Injection Therapy ( Prolotherapy), PRP , and electro-acupuncture, to assist people back to a healthy, active, and Pain Free life.

Technicians & Office Staff

Jody Christensen

Jody   |   LPN, Lamprobe / Laser Technician & Skin Specialist

Jody is a licensed LPN who has been employed with Dermessentials Inc for over 6 years.

She is attentive to listen to clients requests, to assist them in developing a plan to encourage success.

  • Certified Coolsculpting Technician
  • Offers combined hospital and cosmetic experience.
  • Trained in:

    • Hydrafacial and LED therapy treatments
    • Chemical Peels
    • Microneedling
    • Thermoclear

  • Certified by Clarion Medical, using IPL, NDYag & Erbium laser technology in the following treatments:

    • Laser hair removal
    • Skin rejuvenation
    • Skin tightening
    • Resurfacing
    • Hotsculpting
    • Vaginal Rejuvenation

Chelan   |   Clinic Director / Laser Technician

Chelan has been with Dermessentials since 2010 and is experienced in a variety of areas within the clinic.

  • Certified Coolsculpting Technician
  • Trained in:

    • Hydrafacial and LED therapy treatments
    • Chemical Peels
    • Microneedling

  • Certified by Clarion Medical, using IPL, NDYag & Erbium laser technology in the following treatments:

    • Laser hair removal
    • Skin rejuvenation
    • Skin tightening
    • Resurfacing
    • Hotsculpting

Courtenay   |   Front End Manager

  • Courtenay has attended all in house training for:

    • ZO SKin Health
    • Skin Medica
    • Hydrafacial and LED therapy treatments
    • Chemical Peels
    • SkinPen Microneedling
    • Coolsculpting
    • Fotona Laser

Brandy |  Sr Laser Tecnician, Certified Coolsculpting Team Lead & Skin Specialist

  • Certified Coolsculpting Team Lead
  • Trained in:

    • Hydrafacial and LED therapy treatments
    • Chemical Peels
    • Microneedling
    • Thermoclear

  • Certified by Clarion Medical, using IPL, NDYag & Erbium laser technology in the following treatments:

    • Laser Hair Removal
    • Skin rejuvenation
    • Skin tightening
    • Resurfacing
    • Vaginal Rejuvenation
    • Hotsculpting
    • Toe Nail Fungus

Skye |  Laser Technician, Certified Coolsculpting Technician & Skin Specialist

Skye is a graduate of the Canadian Optic and Laser Center as well as being certified by Coolsculpting. She is passionate about skin health and enjoys assisting clients in reaching their skin and body goals.

  • Certified Coolsculpting Technician
  • Trained in:

    • Hydrafacial and LED therapy treatments
    • Chemical Peels
    • Microneedling
    • Thermoclear

  • Certified by Clarion Medical, using IPL, NDYag & Erbium laser technology in the following treatments:

    • Laser Hair Removal
    • Skin rejuvenation
    • Skin tightening
    • Resurfacing
    • Vaginal Rejuvenation
    • Hotsculpting
    • Toe Nail Fungus

Candice |  Clinical Esthetician

Candice has been a Clinical Esthetician since 2009. She has achieved multiple diplomas, including the world renowned CIDESCO International Diploma & LAM Advanced Clinical Esthetics Diploma. Having worked in some of Canada’s top resorts & clinics, as well as having taught various curriculums as an Esthetics Instructor, has given Candice vast insight & knowledge of the beauty industry. Candice prides herself on her attention to detail and aims to exceed client expectations!

  • Trained in:

    • Hydrafacial and LED therapy treatments
    • Chemical Peels
    • Microneedling

  • Certified by Clarion Medical, using IPL, NDYag & Erbium laser technology in the following treatments:

    • Laser hair removal
    • Skin rejuvenation
    • Skin tightening
    • Resurfacing
    • Hotsculpting