Annette Hanson is the founder of Atelier Esthétique Institute, (www.AEInstitute.net), a New York State licensing esthetics school, postgraduate facility, and the first licensed, internationally recognized U.S. member of the International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC). Her professional
experience in skin care spans more than 20 years as an esthetician, body therapist, salon manager, educator, and spa consultant for some of the most prestigious spas and salons in the United States. Annette created two new treatment lines—Simple Solutions® with GHK Copper Peptide Technology and AquaSanté® Spa Products.

As an advocate of high educational and professional standards, Ms. Hanson is an active member of the New York State Cosmetology Association, and is licensed by New York State as a private school instructor. She was instrumental in the development of the 600-hour curriculum for the New York State Esthetics License as well as the written and practical exam. Recently, she has been appointed by New York’s Secretary of State to serve as “Educator” on the Appearance Enhancement Advisory Committee for esthetics, nails and cosmetology.

As a renowned skin care expert, Ms. Hanson is a published author and a sought-after lecturer at leading professional conferences worldwide. She is a regularly featured author in industry periodicals such as American Spa, Dermascope, Skin Inc., and Les Nouvelles Esthetiques; she has appeared as an esthetics expert on Fox’s Good Day New York; and she has been featured in leading health and beauty publications such as Vogue, Ladies Home Journal, Fitness, W Magazine, New Woman, Prevention, Jane, Family Circle and Good Housekeeping.

Instructional Staff

Our Instructional and Administrative staff have over 60 years of experience in esthetics, business and spa management. With backgrounds in nursing, massage, teaching, business development and advanced treatments they bring you the best in supervision of your care. Their dedication to their students bears out our belief in...

 “Excellence in Education, One Student At a Time"

Treatment Facials

Ultra CopperTM Firming Facial

Patented GHK Copper Peptide ComplexTM, the latest breakthrough in skin rejuvenation, naturally firms the skin and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. This facial includes a deep cleansing under steam, a booster of Ultra CopperTM Serum followed by a specially designed marine mask from France, rich in proteins and vitamins. You will see visible results from the very first application.

Bye-Bye Eye Bags™

Using high levels of patented GHK Copper Peptide Complex™ in combination with drainage movements, you can conquer dark circles and under eye-puffiness. Following an exfoliation with jojoba pearls, the eyes are covered with soothing cucumber pads and a cooling seaweed lifting mask. Fine lines and wrinkles will diminish, and your skin in the delicate eye contour area will be smoother, firmer and younger-looking. This treatment is also highly recommended as an add-on to the other facials we offer.

Ultra-Quench Hydrating Seaweed Treatment

Extraordinarily rich in proteins and B-complex vitamins provided by Spirulina seaweed, this facial leaves the skin soft, smooth and hydrated. Saturated with trace elements, sea salts and other marine minerals, the Mask provides moisture to the skin while helping to defend against aging. By eliminating toxins, rebalancing and remineralizing, the skin is left with a radiant glow. Can be offered as a mini-facial or as an add-on to any existing treatment. Good for all skin types including sensitive!

Ultra Smoothing Glycolic Facial

This treatment is perfect for sun-damaged or oily skin. It begins with an exfoliation of the face, neck and chest to remove the dull and lifeless outermost layers of the skin. This is followed by a relaxing treatment of the shoulders, back and décolleté with Aromatic Essential Oils along with a Shea Butter hand massage. Professional strength glycolic acid evens the skin tone, smoothes rough skin and softens fine lines. By eliminating dead cells, blackhead formation is minimized and pores appear tighter.

Microdermabrasion/Glycolic Plus

Following a microdermabrasion treatment or a chemical exfoliation, it is recommended to follow with high level of patented GHK Copper Peptide Complex™. This facial promotes collagen production, increases elastin activity, rebuilds tissue, and gives the skin back its support. Contains potent antioxidants to defend against free radicals and sodium hyaluronate to restore moisture level. Reduces redness, decongests and cools.

Soothing Treatment for Sensitive Skin

This Treatment has been specially designed to calm delicate skin while strenghtening and protecting the capillaries. A soothing serum and mask with marine extracts and botanicals is applied, stimulating microcirculation, promoting tissue tone, helping to reduce cutaneous inflammation, and restoring the skin’s natural protective functions. Ideal for those with rosacea, sunburn, or couperose skin (diffuse redness).

City Detox (Oxygenation Treatment)

Imagine bubbles of oxygen sinking into your skin, stimulating your cells with flows of energy, and revitalizing your complexion. GHK Copper Peptide Complex™ and Stimulating Serum with Marine Extracts increase cellular oxygen absorption, in turn increasing energy production, eliminating impurities, moisturizing, and tightening the skin. Ideal for smokers, clients under stress, urban dwellers and frequent flyers.

Back Treatment

The ultimate way to relax while treating the skin on your back to the same pampering your face gets during a facial. Start with a beautiful cleansing and a light exfoliation to remove any build up of dead skin cells. A treatment mask follows and of course massage movements designed specifically to relax and soothe tired, tight muscles. Heaven has never been so close.

Men’s Copper Energizing Facial

This treatment addresses men’s specific skin concerns, such as irritation caused by shaving, dryness and in grown hairs. It begins under a soothing vapor with a papaya/pineapple exfoliator to deep cleanse the pores and slough off dead cells. Patented GHK Copper Peptide Complex™ naturally firms the skin and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. The finishing touch is a specially designed marine mask from France, perfect for moisturizing and nourishing the skin, leaving it cleaner, fresher, visibly-younger, and healthier looking.

Simple Solutions® Advanced Skin Care incorporates GHK Copper Peptide ComplexTM, the most revolutionary anti-aging skin care ingredient in years. This patented complex has shown remarkable results in enhancing skin firmness, flexibility and restoring radiance to the complexion.

Scientific studies support the ability of copper to counteract the signs of aging in two weeks with no irritation by:

Repairing Elasticity
Reducing Wrinkles
Relieving Redness
Replacing Moisture
Restoring Antioxidants
Renewing Radiance

Simple Solutions® and Simple Solutions® for Men are non-comedogenic, with no artificial colors or fragrances.

Seeing a need for a compact but comprehensive professional marine-based line created to complement existing spa treatments and retail products, Annette Hanson, founder and president of Atelier Esthétique, has developed AquaSanté®, a skin care line specifically designed for hydrating and contouring.

Combining these seaweeds with other marine ingredients, the products in the AquaSanté® line are designed to capitalize on the body’s ability to absorb and utilize these vital substances for health and beauty.

We use AquaSanté® and Simple Solutions® in all our facials.

Appointments Available:

Wednesday and Saturday at 1:00 p.m.,
2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 6:45 p.m., 8:00 p.m.

Call 212-725-6130, Ext. 16