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Meet summer Murphy

12 year California licensed Esthetician and Beauty Industry Professional

my philosophy

I believe in the power of aging beautifully, supporting confidence and personal transformation. I believe we all deserve to feel beautiful in our skin and that aging gracefully is a lifestyle.

At our first meeting, I always ask my clients what their top skin concerns are and what their current regimen is. So often, I hear the desire to age gracefully and readiness to restore youthfulness, yet confusion as to how. I have learned over the years, it is important to have a strategy with home care products and treatments as well as embracing a lifestyle that supports your skin.

 

So whether you are looking for a bit of a refresh, a beginner to skincare, or a skincare enthusiast, I’m here to bring your skincare rituals to life. 


My methods combine science-backed modalities with a holistic approach to aging gracefully. Your skin and aging have a lot of power over your overall appearance and confidence. So harnessing that power can be a truly life changing experience. That is why I’m so passionate about skincare. 

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I am often told I have beautiful skin, which still elicits a sigh of relief to hear. My journey into skincare began over 20 years ago, as a young 20-something battling with devastating adult acne. The kind that makes you not want to leave home. This set me on a devoted path to learning everything I could about my own skin, and it opened my eyes to a world of health and beauty I had never explored before. Eventually, I came to the other side of acne and started feeling confident in my skin. I still remember the day I received my first skin compliment. It was around this time that I dove in deeper and I never looked back. Skincare has been my passion ever since. 

  • 12 year licensed Esthetician 

  • 7 year luxury spa experience in San Francisco, CA

  • 4 year business owner and entrepreneur at Ritual Skincare by Summer in San Rafael, CA

  • Specializing in Lifting & Sculpting facial massage and lymphatic drainage 

  • Certified in Procell Microchanneling 

  • Sought after brand collaborator 

  • Volunteer at Lipstick Angels 2022 - Oncology skincare support for cancer patients

I selected the name 'Ritual' to encapsulate a transformative experience—a committed ceremony of self-care imbued with intention, nurturing skin, body and mind. Ritual Skincare was born out of a result from my personal experience, as someone who suffered from 

skin insecurities for ten years and who now feels the freedom of skin confidence. 

 

I currently live in Novato, California with my fiancé Ryan. Ryan is a part of Ritual Skincare, working behind the scenes in support of our visual design and branding efforts. In my free time and for creative inspiration I find myself enjoying time with loved ones, going to pilates, exploring music events, and venturing amongst the beautiful landscapes here in Marin, throughout California, and the world beyond.

my story

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