about
thesis is a small skincare studio in the heart of missoula, montana
LAUREN HANSEN
Born and raised two blocks away from Thesis and having spent much of my childhood in the 425 building, this space truly is home. My family has been in this neighborhood for over 100 years. Opening this business has been a dream extending beyond becoming an esthetician.Thirteen years in the industry has brought me to a place where I have significantly narrowed in on my focus. I am endlessly fascinated by skin, its functions, ever changing state and the people that inhabit it.
My focus is knowing the person and their skin as deeply as I can, this allows me the tools to best help each client. I believe in meeting and supporting skin function through treatments, at home rituals and topical support.I found Marie Veronique a few years back, which fueled my interest in completely changing how I approach skin. Focusing on different angles of skin and facial function has brought me to working with the best approach I have ever used.Certified in Sculptural Facelift from Yakov Gershkovich.
RACHEL ROCKWOOD
Born and raised in Missoula, Rachel is grateful to return home after almost 20 years of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she spent the last 10 working in the beauty industry as a makeup artist.
As someone who has struggled with her skin her whole life, she is sensitive to how exhausting it can be to arrive at the best care for your skin health and looks into the whole body for answers. With this holistic and grounded approach, she will help guide and support you as you navigate your skin's journey. Sending you home with a custom skin ritual and lots of laughs.
Rachel has also found a passion for shaping and styling brows. She believes every set of brows need their own philosophy. With her artistic eye- she will help achieve the best brows for your unique beauty.
Rachel lives on the same street she grew up on with her husband, son and teeny chiweenie, Buck.
CRYSTAL GLUECKERTAfter growing up in Helena, I came to Missoula for college and never looked back. I feel so fortunate to live and work in the Missoula community within an industry I am truly passionate about. I started my skincare journey in makeup in 2006 and have continually expanded my knowledge and education over the years. In addition to my esthetics license, I have a dual major in Journalism and Communication Studies from the University of Montana and have many years of marketing and managerial experience across several industries but primarily in the skincare world.
No matter how far I strayed from the skincare industry, I seem to always find my way back to this passion. I love helping people understand how their skin works and how best to care for it, from the inside out. My favorite services are customized facials to relax your spirit while providing amazing results for your skin. I also love to take your skin health to the next level with a tailored skin care regimen created just for you.
I live here in Missoula with my husband of 12+ years and our two old, mutt puppies. When I’m not pampering my clients I love to spend my time taking advantage of all Missoula has to offer; camping, rafting, skiing, or dominating a game night with friends.
SIERRA CARLSON
I was born and raised in Missoula and I'm so happy to call this wonderful place my home. I'm passionate about my family, animals, and all things Halloween (including my two 12ft skeletons). When I'm not working I'm usually reading or playing with my three cats and chocolate lab, Howdy.I became an esthetician to pursue my passion for skin health and to share my love of self care with all who visit me for services. My desire is to create a relaxing, comfortable space where my guests receive personalized care to achieve their skin health goals. Every person deserves to take time for themselves, to honor their body and rest. I look forward to meeting you and providing the best services to help you in your own self care journey.