Over the past 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of living across the globe. Each place shaping not only my life but also my journey as an esthetician. Poland, Portugal, Germany, Ukraine, Russia, Israel, Czech Republic, and Dubai. All have shaped my path in profound ways. But it was Italy, where I spent the last decade, that truly transformed my perspective on beauty and self-care. Each of these worldly experiences have given me a deeper, more refined approach to esthetics—one rooted in empathy, presence, and authenticity.
Everything about Anej, its atmosphere, its treatments, its philosophy, embodies a deeply European way of life. There’s a quiet elegance, a sense of calm and intention that immediately transports you. From the curated playlists to the therapeutic scents and skincare lines sourced directly from Europe, every detail reflects the belief that beauty isn’t just skin deep. It’s a holistic practice of balance, well-being, and self-respect. Anej doesn’t just mirror the European lifestyle. It lives it in every sense.
My time in Italy played an especially defining role. I spent most of those years in Milan, Lake Como, and Brescia. Each place influenced me in its own way. Milan’s cutting-edge fashion and high-energy vibe taught me how to merge innovation with timeless beauty. Lake Como, with its tranquil waters and slow-paced life, showed me the importance of turning self-care into a sacred ritual. Brescia, steeped in history and tradition, reminded me to infuse every treatment with intentionality and craftsmanship. These experiences helped me create a more balanced and soulful approach to esthetics.
At Anej, I carry these lessons with me into every service I offer. Each treatment is meant to be deeply meaningful, not just effective. We don’t simply treat the skin, we nurture the person. That’s what sets Anej apart. It’s more than a spa. It’s a celebration of European values, a place where beauty is a lived, felt experience. And I’m truly honored to be a part of it.
That same European philosophy guides the way I support clients through seasonal shifts and travel. Summer in Europe means sun-drenched days, dry southern winds, humid cities, and the inevitable toll travel can take on your skin. Having lived in and traveled across these climates, I’ve curated a few skincare essentials I never fly without, and always recommend to my clients preparing for a European escape.
Here are my go-to European summer skincare essentials:
Valmont Prime Renewing Pack
This luxurious mask is my secret weapon for long flights and post-travel fatigue. It acts like a real-life filter smoothing fine lines and leaving skin visibly refreshed in minutes.
Augustinus Bader The Eye Patches
Perfect for tired eyes, these patches brighten dark circles, reduce puffiness, calm irritation, and deliver a cooling boost of hydration that revives the eye area almost instantly.
Biologique Recherche L’Oxygénante
A must-have in your beach bag, this antioxidant-rich mist delivers instant hydration and refreshment throughout the day especially in warm, humid climates.
Agent Nateur holi (sun) Dewy Tinted Skin Drops SPF 50+
These radiant drops offer high-level sun protection with a sheer, luminous tint. They defend your skin while giving it a dewy glow. Perfect for makeup-free summer days.
Biologique Recherche Grand Millésime Finishing Serum
This luxurious final step seals in hydration, plumps the skin, and imparts a golden shimmer. Ideal for both daytime radiance and evening elegance.
Each of these products is smart, travel-proof, and steeped in the intentionality that defines European skincare. They’re more than products, they’re rituals. And they’ll keep your skin thriving, no matter where your European summer takes you.
And if Europe isn’t on your itinerary this summer, come experience it at Anej where the spirit of European beauty lives, breathes, and glows.