Suzanne Gunn, the Founder and Clinical Director of AuraMed Spa & Wellness, a trauma-informed medspa that blends evidence-based medicine with plant-forward skincare to deliver inclusive, results-driven care. Growing up in a family deeply rooted in herbal medicine and holistic healing traditions, Suzanne developed an early appreciation for the body’s natural ability to restore balance. Her professional journey spans oncology and community health, and this experience shaped her approach to medspa services, emphasizing safety, individualized care, and the integration of wellness and aesthetics. With over a decade of experience in regenerative aesthetics and functional wellness, Suzanne has built a practice that prioritizes sensitive, autoimmune, post-cancer, and melanated skin. She also developed the AuraMed Botanical Skincare Collection, a clean, plant-based line designed for both professional and at-home use, ensuring consistency, integrity, and effective results for all skin types.
In this episode…
Suzanne dives into the nuances of treating diverse skin types, shedding light on the often-overlooked needs of black and brown skin in the beauty industry. What does it take to create a truly inclusive skincare practice? You might be surprised by the insights she offers on this vital topic.
Emphasizes the importance of understanding the emotional and psychological aspects of skincare. How does feeling good in your skin transform your interactions with the world? This episode explores the powerful connection between self-esteem and skincare, revealing how a clear complexion can lead to newfound confidence and a brighter aura.
In this episode of Beauty Talk, host Daniel Gouw interviews Suzanne Gunn, the founder and clinical director of Aura MedSpa and Wellness. Suzanne shares her unique journey into the medical field, which began despite her early aversion to blood. Growing up in a family steeped in herbal medicine and holistic healing, she developed a deep appreciation for the body’s natural ability to restore balance. With over a decade of experience in regenerative aesthetics and functional wellness, Suzanne emphasizes the importance of individualized care, particularly for sensitive, autoimmune, post-cancer, and melanated skin. She also discusses her creation of the Oramed Botanical Skin Care Collection, a clean, plant-based skincare line designed for professional and at-home use, ensuring effective results for all skin types. Join us for an insightful conversation about blending evidence-based medicine with wellness and aesthetics.
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