About Us
Welcome to Skin by Jo, where
transformative skincare meets education.
Personalized skincare. Education that makes sense.
Skin by Jo is a skincare studio in Crown Point, Indiana, founded by licensed esthetician Joanna Linaris. Here, caring for your skin starts with understanding it, your concerns, your current routine, and what you’re hoping to achieve.
Whether you’re dealing with acne, redness, pigmentation, or changes in your skin over time, we’ll build a plan around your skin’s needs. That means choosing treatments with a purpose and creating a home routine that supports the work we do in the treatment room.
I want you to understand what you’re using, why you’re using it, and what to realistically expect. You’ll have room to ask questions, guidance along the way, and adjustments when your skin needs something different.
Healthy skin takes consistency, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Through inperson appointments or virtual consultations, we’ll work together to create an approach that fits your skin, your lifestyle, and your budget.
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the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one’s own health.
Meet Joanna Linaris
NWI Esthetician
I’ve been a licensed esthetician since 2017, and in March 2023, I took the leap to go solo and open Skin by Jo in Crown Point, Indiana. Building this business has been one of the most challenging and rewarding things I’ve ever done, and I’m so grateful for the people who have trusted me along the way.
Before finding my place in esthetics, I spent a few years in college figuring out what I wanted to do. I kept coming back to my interest in skincare and helping people feel confident in their own skin. Eventually, I followed that instinct and completed my esthetics training at G Skin & Beauty in Oak Brook, Illinois.
Since then, continuing education has remained a big part of my career. I am a certified Acne Specialist and have completed multiple rosacea certifications, microneedling trainings, along with ongoing training in treatments, ingredients, and skin health. I love learning and bringing that knowledge back to my treatment room to better care for my clients.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by skincare, frustrated with products that aren’t helping, or unsure which treatment to book, I understand. My approach starts with getting to know you, your concerns, your current routine, your lifestyle, and what you’re hoping to achieve. From there, we’ll build a custom skincare routine and treatment plan with your goals and budget in mind.
I’m big on explaining the why. I want you to understand what we’re using, what it’s doing for your skin, and what to realistically expect. As your skin changes, we’ll make adjustments together. You should always feel comfortable asking questions and being honest about what’s working for you and what isn’t.
One of my favorite parts of this career is the relationships I’ve built. I want my treatment room to be a place where you feel comfortable, heard, and cared for. Getting to know my clients and seeing their confidence grow is something I’ll never take for granted.
To the clients who supported me before Skin by Jo and those who have found me since: thank you. Your trust, referrals, and encouragement have helped me build something I’m incredibly proud of. And if you’re new here, I can’t wait to meet you and get to know your skin.