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Maria Turcan

Maria Turcan

London,Ilford

Summary

A skilled and passionate aesthetic therapist with over 7 years of industry experience, I combine advanced hands-on aesthetic expertise with a strong commercial and marketing mindset to deliver exceptional client results and drive business growth. Originally from Moldova, I have built a solid professional foundation through comprehensive training in beauty therapy and advanced specialisation in laser and IPL technologies. I hold a VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy and a Level 4 Core of Knowledge certification in the UK, alongside a cosmetology qualification completed in Moldova.

Since January 2024, I have successfully operated a home-based freelance aesthetic practice, building a loyal client base of approximately 300 clients through consistently high-quality treatments, strong client relationships, and effective self-promotion. Despite maintaining availability in my diary, my ambition and drive led me to expand my professional scope by working part-time within a laser clinic, further enhancing my clinical experience in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Alongside the practical expertise, I hold a Business Marketing degree from the University of Northampton and have completed an intensive digital marketing course. This has equipped me with strong skills in social media management, content creation, Instagram growth, Facebook advertising, and email marketing. I am particularly adept at creating visually compelling, sales-focused social media content, including high-performing reels and curated feeds that consistently convert engagement into bookings.

I am now seeking an opportunity to apply my aesthetic expertise within a premium clinical or salon environment, or to leverage my combined clinical and digital marketing skill set to support the growth and profitability of beauty and aesthetics businesses.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Therapist - Laser and Skin Treatments

Skin Collective Ltd
London, England
08.2024 - Current
  • Performed high-volume laser hair removal treatments (averaging 15 clients daily) using the Candela Max Pro, demonstrating efficiency, precision, and strong client retention.
  • Perform skin treatments to highest standard and followed clinic protocols.
  • Achieved monthly targets and KPIs.
  • Complied with best clinical practice and data confidentiality protocols.
  • Cultivated trusting relationships with clients, resulting in commitment to treatment programmes.

Aesthetician

Mary Aesthetics
London, Ilford
01.2024 - Current
  • Delivered five-star personalised client service, leading with professionalism and industry knowledge.
  • Performing tailored facial treatments, facial massage, facial extractions,chemical peels, microneedling for face, scalp and body, Algae Peel, Deep Peeling, BioRePeel, BioReNeedling and other advanced protocols to help clients achieve healthy skin.
  • Built strong and loyal client base with consistently positive feedback and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Carried out thorough client consultations to meet exact aesthetic requirements.
  • Creating bespoke treatments protocols.
  • Upsold aftercare products to improve salon profits.
  • Booked and managed customer appointments using Treatwell system.
  • Strong work portfolio and 5 star customer reviews.
  • Administration of thesalon
  • Social media management, content marketing, digital marketing.
  • Facebook ads, CapCut editing skills, Ads Creative and storytelling skills.

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Laser Therapist

London Laser Cinic
London, City of London
11.2022 - 09.2023
  • Maintained clean, tidy and sanitised workstations for minimised staff and customer risk.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction by offering alternative treatment options and detailed aftercare recommendations to prioritise health and wellbeing.
  • Performed Laser treatments with Candela Max, using correct settings according to different skin types.
  • Performed over 500 facial treatments like IPL for Rosacea, Acne, Chemical Peels and Herbal Peels.
  • Had consultations and organised different packages to meet each client's needs.
  • Ensured required patch tests were performed prior to commencing hair removal treatments, maintaining strict compliance with health and safety protocol.
  • Prioritised client comfort throughout treatments to encourage optimal satisfaction and repeat custom.
  • Recommended appropriate skincare products for use following treatments.

Pharmacy assistant

Clan Pharmacy
London
02.2021 - 10.2022
  • Greeted customers and provided friendly, knowledgeable healthcare advice and service.
  • Answered telephones and provided information about order status, shop hours and pharmacy procedures.
  • Performed consultations on different medical grade skincare as well as dermatocosmetics.
  • Monitored and ordered pharmacy supplies to meet customer demand.
  • Educated patients in monitoring and maintaining good health.
  • Had numerous training, webinars and workshops with brands like Avene, La Roche Posay, Medik8, Caudalie, Bioderma, Institut Esthederm, Vichy, Philip Kingsley, Optibac, Mustela and many more.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to uphold pharmacy's reputation in the prestigious area of Islington, serving a number of high-profile and celebrity clients.

Beauty Therapist / Receptionist

Chantelle Lewis
London
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Maintained clean, tidy and sanitised workstations for minimised staff and customer risk.
  • Built and nurtured loyal customer relationships, promoting referrals to increase salon customer bases.
  • Performed waxing, massage, Enivrion Facials.
  • Carried out day-to-day tasks with enthusiasm, enhancing salon environments with continued positivity.
  • Reception duties, reschedule, rebooked, and booked in clients.
  • Worked on the salon's website and improving SEO.
  • Content writing for email marketing
  • Opening and closing the salon.

Beauty Therapist

Simply Clinics
London
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Maintained clean, tidy and sanitised workstations for minimised staff and customer risk.
  • Consulted with clients to understand and meet individual beauty needs.
  • Performed waxing treatments, Geneo+, Microneedling, Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, Laser, consultations.
  • Attended training to deliver range of professional treatments offered by salon.
  • Input bookings into computer system at reception.
  • Kept client records regularly updated with detailed information on previous treatments.


Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Marketing

The University of Northampton
London
01.2022 - 05.2025

NVQ Level 3 - Beauty Therapy

Beautiful World Training Academy
London
10.2019 - 02.2020

NVQ Level 2 -

The Beauty Academy
London
10.2018 - 02.2019

NVQ Level 3 - Beauty Therapy/Aesthetics

MondoStud Art College
Chisinau
09.2017 - 01.2018

Level 4 Core of Knowledge Laser and IPL - Beauty Aesthetics

The Wynyard Aesthetics Academy LLP
London

Microneedling - Aesthetics

Ivanmed Training
London
02.2024 -

Biopeeling - Beauty Therapy / Aesthetics

Oxygen Skincare
London
04.2024 -

Advanced Chemical Peels - Beauty Therapy/Aesthetics

Oxygen Skincare
London
04.2024 -

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Client communication
  • Strategic upselling
  • Skin analysis
  • Outstanding client care
  • High quality standards
  • Excellent time management
  • POS Software proficiency
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Cosmeceuticals knowledge
  • Social Media Management
  • Beauty Salon management

Certification

Driving Licence

Affiliations

  • Editing Reels
  • Reading
  • Sports

Accomplishments

  • Top Achiever at Univeristy of Northampton for Business Strategy and Business Economics.



  • Bachelor of Arts ( Honours) in Business (Marketing) Second Class Upper Division
  • Digital Marketing Certificate

Languages

English
Fluent
Romanian
Native
Russian
Advanced

Timeline

Senior Therapist - Laser and Skin Treatments

Skin Collective Ltd
08.2024 - Current

Biopeeling - Beauty Therapy / Aesthetics

Oxygen Skincare
04.2024 -

Advanced Chemical Peels - Beauty Therapy/Aesthetics

Oxygen Skincare
04.2024 -

Microneedling - Aesthetics

Ivanmed Training
02.2024 -

Aesthetician

Mary Aesthetics
01.2024 - Current

Laser Therapist

London Laser Cinic
11.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Marketing

The University of Northampton
01.2022 - 05.2025

Pharmacy assistant

Clan Pharmacy
02.2021 - 10.2022

Beauty Therapist / Receptionist

Chantelle Lewis
06.2020 - 11.2020

Beauty Therapist

Simply Clinics
10.2019 - 03.2020

NVQ Level 3 - Beauty Therapy

Beautiful World Training Academy
10.2019 - 02.2020

NVQ Level 2 -

The Beauty Academy
10.2018 - 02.2019

NVQ Level 3 - Beauty Therapy/Aesthetics

MondoStud Art College
09.2017 - 01.2018

Level 4 Core of Knowledge Laser and IPL - Beauty Aesthetics

The Wynyard Aesthetics Academy LLP
Maria Turcan