Beauty Republic
Beauty Republic
At Beauty Republic, each facial is designed as an intentional experience—blending advanced skincare with deep relaxation to support long-term skin health and restoration.
Holistic Facials &
Facial Massage
Unlike traditional spas, Beauty Republic focuses on long-term skin health rather than temporary results. Specializing in holistic facials, buccal massage, and facial sculpting techniques, each treatment is customized to support circulation, lymphatic flow, and overall skin function. Every product used in the space is intentionally selected—based not only on ingredients, but on the integrity, sourcing practices, and values behind each brand. The result is a personalized, results-driven experience that supports both the skin and the nervous system.
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FounderWelcome, I’m Marissa Taurus sun, Leo rising, Aries Moon.
My numerological life path number is: 37/1
I love connecting with people through facials, it affords me the opportunity to serve people in a beautiful and safe environment. I love and respect Mother Nature therefore, it’s a personal goal of mine to partner with product lines that respect the craft of creating small batch eco friendly skincare.
I believe as an esthetician the most important tool one can use is their hands. They’re magic, messengers if you will, care takers, they’re healers. Throughout the many trainings I’ve attended I leave knowing that their is power in my hands.
I know in my heart that the universe works in so many magical ways. I continue to experience it daily...It’s allowed me to work with my best friends. Part of why I love what I do is because of who I do it with. The beautiful people (guests) who step into our space also make it what it is.
My spiritual practice includes movement. This practice provided me with a new life tool. Dance helps me connect with my body. I can be in my body rather than my thoughts.
I often have to pinch myself because of how miraculous life is when we take time to see it as such. At the end of it all really I’m really just compassionate, empathetic, courageous, silly, vulnerable and kind. I don’t aim for perfection. I aim to be whole and to face life from a place of authenticity.
Vanessa and I are always striving to further our skills through education. We've completed our Gua Sha Fashion training with Cecily Braden. I also studied in Paris under the world renowned Joelle Ciocco, where I learned more about the epidermal function of the skin, plant extracts, and unique massage techniques. I most recently studied facial reflexology through Dien Chan Zone. We are both committed to furthering our education that allows us to remain true to our selves and our craft. We work with educators who we feel have the utmost integrity and are masters of their curriculum.
Favorite quote: “You're a part of me that I do not yet know.”
― Valerie Kaur
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Vanessa is an accomplished and talented aesthetician who strives for excellence in her craft! She brings confidence, comfort, and care to each individual client, and they feel it! As a Tucson graduate in 2010 she has cultivated and expanded her skills in the aesthetics world and beauty industry ever since. Vanessa is a waxing specialist and lash artist, yet is consistently seeking continuing education to enhance her techniques. Vanessa brings beauty, drive, and professionalism to the BR team and her guests.
Favorite quote: "Because the thing about broken girls they go on to become mighty women." -r.h. Sin
Our Services
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All of our facials are customized to meet the needs and possible concerns of your skin on the day that you arrive in our space. We invite you to schedule the amount of time that you feel is best for you. Upon your arrival you will consult with your Facialist, only then will a treatment plan be created.
Each skincare service is unique and includes the following:
Consultation
Double cleanse
Skin analysis
In depth facial massage (which may include one or more of the following: Gua Sha, Sculpture, Buccal, or Thai Herbal Poultice)
Extractions
Enzyme/mask
Treatment serum
Moisturizer
SPF
If time allows the following may also be done during your service:
Facial cupping
LED Therapy
Scalp Massage
Facial Reflexology
Facial exchange starts at $150
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Please see “Book” button for available waxing services.
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Lash Lift 75
A Lash Lift is a treatment done to the natural eyelashes that will add curl and definition for 6-8 weeks. 1 hour
Lash Tint 25
A Lash Tint is a treatment done to the natural eyelashes to make them appear darker. Great alternative for those who don't like to apply mascara. 30 minutes
Lash Tint & Lift 85
Vanessa is not currently taking new clients for lash extension services**
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Hourly rate for Mentoring services $150
*two hour minimum
Zoom is available
"I'm offering mentorship to individuals who are in search of support for your beauty business. Together we can incorporate new tools to create more mindfulness and balance. This exchange is designed to build an interdependent relationship between myself and the mentee. It is with deep reverence that I'm sharing this offering."
-Marissa Duarte
*Mentorship is for licensed Estheticians or students who are currently in training with the intention of becoming business owners.
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This training was created for licensed Facialist's who wish to integrate experiences that will provide immediate results. The treatments are skill based with the incorporation of an intuitive approach.
Marissa trained hands on in Paris, France with Joelle Ciocco. She has also completed a hands on training with Cecily Braden as well as over half a dozen trainings since 2019. Marissa also has previous experience as a professional educator working with over a thousand hands on learners.
"The sculpting and Buccal massage training has the potential to take your skincare practice to the next level. The results are immediate and will leave your clients happy and more than satisfied with their experience. These services helped my business flourish, with clients who now book two-three months in advance. It provides a deep sense of relaxation for guests and has drastically improved the health of all of my clients skin."
***All trainings are customizable to accommodate the learners learning style as well as ensure that the techniques will be a good fit for your space and the current products that you offer.
All trainings are done one-on-one and include:
-Theory
-Products necessary to complete all treatments
-Scheduled models
-Training manual
-Certificate of completion
-Continued post training support
-Referrals from Beauty Republic
-Listing on website as a practitioner
Protocol and Theory one day $2000
Sculpting Facial Massage Training two days $3500
Buccal Facial Massage Training two days $4000
Total Five Day Training $8900
Microneedling half day (4 hours) two models $650
Microneedling full day training (8 hours) four models $1200
**Discounts available for group trainings inquire by completing training application
Let’s work together
Brand Partnerships
Do you have a product that you think we'd love?
For a successful partnership we sample every product.
This allows us to experience the smell, texture, and efficacy.
Send us brand information along with samples to:
Beauty Republic
382 S. Convent Ave Tucson, AZ 85701
**We prioritize partnerships with:
Women owned businesses
Sustainable packaging
Ethically sourced ingredients