We are the North Okanagan’s destination for advanced medical laser treatments, aesthetic services, Botox, and more! We’re committed to educating you on the best skin care and treatments, so you feel informed and understand the recommended options best suited for you.
Thank you for voting us Best Spa and Best Esthetic Clinic in the 2021 and 2022 BOB Awards! Also thank you for voting us Best of the Okanagan in 2012 through 2019! We are so grateful for our clients and look forward to continuing to provide you with excellent skin care service for years to come!
Lori Anderson
Owner and Founder
Certified Medical Esthetician & Permanent Makeup Artist
Lori is the founder and proud owner of North Okanagan Skin & Laser and has been for over 15 years. She has been in Medical Aesthetics since 2006 and found her passion for skin care while working for a Dermatologist as a Skin and Laser Specialist. She gained invaluable experience and knowledge while assisting the doctor during medical procedures and working as a Laser Technician under his direction and training.
Lori is trained in the Pastiche Method of Advanced Skin Analysis, Micro-Needling, Advanced Aesthetic Laser treatments, CoolSculpting and is also a highly skilled Permanent Makeup Artist with clients from all over BC and Alberta. She has performed over 2500 Permanent Makeup procedures and her experience in the industry has gained her a loyal clientele who trust her ability and refer their family and friends. Her vast knowledge and years of experience in clinical skin care sets her apart from others in the industry, Her passion for helping people look good and feel great shows as she delivers treatments of the highest quality in a professional, caring manner. Lori thrives on continually educating herself in this exciting and ever growing industry and is dedicated to providing excellent results by offering individualized care to each client.
Magdalena
Medical Aesthetician & Permanent Makeup Artist
Magdalena comes to us with over 20 years experience in the beauty industry. She is certified in Laser Hair Removal, Skin Rejuvenation, Permanent Makeup and Micro-Needling. She offers a wide variety of services for her clients and her attention to detail ensures they each receive the best experience and results. Magda has a passion for improving skin health and appearance and does so by educating her clients with prevention techniques and maintenance for radiant skin. She looks forward to ongoing training and seminars to further her knowledge with the latest advances in skin care.
Magda loves nature hikes and walks with her family, gardening and gathering around a bonfire with friends.
Dr. Sharon Kainth, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Kainth brings over ten years of experience as a Family Physician and completed her professional training at the University of Louisville, Kentucky. Her passion for both medicine and skincare started at very young age. She believes that healthy skin is one of the most important factors in aiding one’s confidence. Her philosophy on injectables is to provide subtle enhancements to bring out her clients’ natural beauty and help them look and feel their best.
After moving to the Okanagan in 2016 with her family, Dr. Kainth has fallen in love with the balanced lifestyle that British Columbia has to offer. When she’s not working, you can find her on a yoga mat, exploring creative arts, or spending time with her two dogs, Bella and Neo!
Marissa, NP, RN
Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS), Aesthetic Injectables Specialist, & Aesthetic Clinical Educator
Marissa has specialized in aesthetic medicine since 2015 and has been extensively trained by some of the most reputable aesthetic practitioners throughout the world. Marissa prioritizes patient safety and well-being over all else. These values, coupled with her artistic ability and desire for excellence means patients are receiving the most innovative, safe, and evidenced-based cosmetic injectables services leading to outstanding results.
Marissa holds the esteemed role of Senior Aesthetic Clinical Educator with Clarion Medical Technologies, supporting British Columbia and Western Canada. She has also founded a training program for both beginner and advanced injectors.
In 2020, Marissa received her Master’s Degree, specializing in Adult Acute Care from the University of Toronto, giving her the title of Nurse Practitioner.
Marissa is also active on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Society of Aesthetic Specialty Nurse.
Jenna, LPN
Certified Nurse Injector & Permanent Makeup Artist
Jenna has been working in medical aesthetics for 6 years and is a key member of our team at North Okanagan Skin & Laser. She received her injectables training as a Cosmetic Nurse Injector and holds many other certifications in Medical Aesthetics including several different laser technologies, Permanent Makeup Artist, Micro-Needling, Certified Aesthetician. Jenna is quickly becoming well recognized in the industry as her clients recommend her to their family and friends once experiencing Jenna’s skills firsthand. With Jenna’s wide array of knowledge in skin care and laser treatments, she is great at recommending the most suitable combination treatments to her clients that will give them the best overall results.
She has a keen eye for detail and participates in numerous continuing educations programs, which ensures all her services are done to the highest standards. Jenna enjoys seeing clients happy and gaining confidence because of the results they see.
Ashley
Medical Aesthetician & CoolSculpting® Technician
Ashley received her Certified Aesthetician designation in 2007. With over 13 years experience, she has embraced many roles in the beauty industry: She has owned her own day spa, managed a medi-spa and played a large role in the start up of a resort spa. She brings an incredible amount of experience and knowledge to NOSL.
In the clinic, you’ll find her providing CoolSculpting® treatments along with many of our other treatments. She loves the close connections she makes with her clients.
Ashely is a super mom to 3 boys and brings her warm and sunny disposition with her wherever she goes. She is a wonderful part of our NOSL family.
Michele
Client Care Co-Ordinator & CoolSculpting® Technician
If you’ve been looking for Michele, you’ve found her.
After working for 31 years with Shoppers Drug Mart, Michele has made a fabulous career change and joined our team at NOSL.
Michele’s passion for skin care, her product knowledge, and her amazing customer service garnered her two very prestigious COSA (Cosmetics Outstanding Service Awards). This award recognizes the dedicated work of industry professionals in Canada, and Michele is one of only two people to win this award twice!
Michele has earned her CoolSculpting Certification since joining our team and has taken on the role of CoolSculpting Team Lead. She is very passionate about helping others feel great about themselves and loves working closely with all her clients. Come in and meet Michele, and let her help you will all of your body contouring, skin care and makeup needs.
Kelly
Certified Laser Technician & CoolSculpting® Technician
Kelly joins us from Chilliwack, BC where she began her career in the Aesthetics Industry in 2012 as a Certified Electrologist. She operated her own studio specializing in this form of permanent hair removal then became a Certified Laser Technician in 2017 in order to provide her clients with the latest in advanced technology.
Kelly holds certifications in Laser Hair Removal, IPL, CoolSculpting and Tattoo Removal and has treated many, many clients with the removal of unwanted hair. She is a true professional in this area and is a wonderful addition to Team NOSL.
Kelly’s great passions are her 2 beautiful teenage daughters, exploring the Okanagan and swimming. Kelly is a true lover of the lake and is typically the first one to dive in.