Our Story
Relevé Aesthetics was born out of a love for skincare and a heart for family.
Tara Gehrkin is a Licensed Esthetician and Florida Facial Specialist who graduated from The Aveda Institute in Covington, Louisiana in 2007. She became licensed to practice Esthetics in November of that same year and has worked in various salons and spas in the Greater New Orleans area. She specializes in customized skincare treatments, facials and waxing.
"Relevé Aesthetics was born out of a love for skincare and a heart for family."
A Love for Learning
A believer in continued education, Tara has also studied the anatomy and physiology of the skin under microscope at Delgado Community College, attended several professional aesthetic webinars over the years pertaining to skincare modalities and products, and enjoys collecting and reading various professional literature in skincare. Her enthusiasm for learning and passion for health and wellness give Tara's facials and customized skincare treatments a scientific approach with a holistic touch.
A Pleasant Surprise
Interested in expanding her skincare talents into the medical field and Dermatology, Ms. Gehrkin enrolled in courses at the local community college, with the goal of becoming a Registered Nurse.
After completing her pre-nursing courses and passing her entrance exam, Tara was accepted into Charity School of Nursing in New Orleans... not long after finding out she and her husband were expecting their first child!
2020
After much prayer and consideration, she decided to postpone her enrollment to nursing school until the following semester sometime after baby would be born.
Shortly after baby's arrival, however, lockdowns for the pandemic ensued... causing Tara once again to make a difficult decision. With full support from her loving husband, she chose to stay home with their son and declined the offer to enroll in nursing school, forfeiting her spot in her nursing school of choice for the time being.
A Special Need
As the dust began to settle, and the world tried to normalize again... it became apparent that one of their children was in need of extra support and care.
Fueled with love for their family, a dream of owning a spa, and hope for their child with special needs, the Gehrkins created Relevé Aesthetics LLC as an avenue for Tara to continue to support their son and daughter while providing high-quality skincare from home.
Ever After
Additionally licensed in both Louisiana and Texas, Ms. Gehrkin is also a member of Associated Skin Care Professionals, is certified in microdermabrasion, holds an Associate of General Studies, and is an experienced theatre artist.
Relocating to Florida in 2021, she currently lives in the Greater Tampa area with her loving husband, precious son, and sweet baby girl.
"Please reach out if you have any questions or comments. We are happy to serve you!"
Licensed Esthetician
"You are beautifully and wonderfully made... and so is your skin. I want to empower you to know how to care for and love the unique skin you have. Please reach out if you have any questions or comments. We are happy to serve you!"
-Tara Gehrkin, LE