1. Denise Gaston
3938 Mission Way * San Leandro, California * 94578 510-357-7546
Credentials
Licensed Esthetician. Certified Clinical Esthetician.
Esthetics Instructor-Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education, Certified in 2004 (COAFS-04-375784)
International Credentials
CIDESCO Diplomat
Profile
Former Northern California Trainer for Repechage Skincare.
Reviewer for Milady’s Standard Textbook of Cosmetology 2008 Edition
Reviewer for Milady’s Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals, 11th Edition
Reviewer for Milady’s Standard Esthetics: Advanced, 2nd Edition
Educator California Cosmetology Association since 2004
Board of Directors-California Cosmetology Association 2004-2011
Owner-Garden of Eden Skincare 11 years.
Esthetics Instructor 11 years
Contributor-Writer for The Total Look-a publication of the California Cosmetology Association
Published Make-Up Artist - GEV Magazine Issue 14-February 2015 (Cover and Editorial Spread Pages 20-33)
Experience Esthetics Instructor - April 2009 until Present
Designs School of Cosmetology - Pleasanton, California
Teach theory and practical application to undergraduate Esthetics students, including Freshman and Seniors. Teaches
soft skills as well as the sciences which include but are not limited to the following: History and Career Advancement,
Anatomy, Chemistry, Physiology/ Histology of the Skin, Infection Control, Advanced Skin Analysis (Fitzpatrick, Rubin, and
Glogau typing), Electricity/Electrotherapy (Microdermabrasion, L.E.D., Galvanic, Ultrasound, Micro-current, High
Frequency and theory of Laser)
Product Knowledge and Ingredients, Nutrition, Make-up Application, Eyelash Application, Facial Massage, Medical
Esthetics, Basic and Advanced Facial Treatments, Chemical Exfoliation, Diseases and Disorders, Body Treatments, and
Hair Removal.
Manages a very busy student spa clinic, guide students as they perform a variety of services on the general public.
Prepare student for licensure by conducting mock state board examinations and has developed rigorous mock written
examinations to support preparation for licensure. Conducts mid-point and final evaluations as well as on-going coaching
to solidify skills and proficiency. Develop special projects to further engage students and enhance the learning
experience. Help students prepare resumes and seek local employment. Serve as mentor for students (if desired by
student), to help them navigate the industry once they are licensed. Cross train Cosmetology students to fill in for
Esthetics students on an as-needed basis.
Esthetics Instructor (Evening Program) - October 2005 until July 2006
Miss Marty’s Hair Academy and Esthetics Institute - San Francisco, California Taught theory and practical applications to
undergraduate Esthetics students, which included Freshman and Seniors. Prepared students for licensure by conducting
mock state board examinations. Supervised students as they performed services on the general public. Responsible for
preparing all examinations. Taught advanced subjects such as: Microdermabrasion, Herbal Body Wraps, and
Aromatherapy.
Esthetician/Owner - May 2002 until November 2013
Garden of Eden Skincare & Bath Luxuries - San Leandro, California
Performed a variety of skincare services including; facials, waxing, body treatments along with electrotherapy such as
microdermabrasion, galvanic, high frequency and L.E.D. Recommended at-home care for clients. Developed all

2. protocols for salon including marketing strategies i.e. menu of services, fliers and website to promote salon in the
community.
Education
Fremont Beauty College - Esthetics. Fremont, California
Seattle Central Community College-Business Administration. Seattle, Washington
Chabot College-Business Math/Economics/English. Hayward, California
Marinello Schools of Beauty-CIDESCO/Post Graduate. San Francisco, California
Concepts Institute of Advanced Esthetics-Clinical Esthetics. Daly City, California
Post Graduate Education and Certifications
CIDESCO Credential-2013
Medical Esthetics-2013 Stem Cell Ingredients & Bioenergetics of the Skin-January 2013
European Eyelash & Eyebrow Tinting-September 2013
Alternative Therapies-2012 Laser & Light Therapy-January 2012
Galvanic,Ultrasound, and High Frequency Currents-February 2012
Eyelash Extensions -March 2012 and October 2014
Lactic, Glycolic, Salicylic, and Jessners Peels-January 2011
Diamond Micro-Dermabrasion-January 2011
Clinical Esthetics-January 2011
The Integumentary System-August 2010
Advanced Skin Analysis-August 2010
The Causes and Treatments for Acne-August 2010
Treatment For Hyper-pigmentation-November 2010
Light Emitting Diodes (L.E.D.)-October 2010
Dermacycling & Nano Technology-2009
Scientific Advanced Education in Esthetics CIDESCO “USA” IECSC #1-June 2009
Scientific Advanced Education in Esthetics CIDESCO “USA” IECSC #2-June 2009
Body Wrapping and Body Masking-November 2009
Repechage “Train The Trainer”-2007
Repechage Educators Certification European Massage Techniques- April 2006
Milady’s Career Institute Master Educator Event “Communicating Confidently & Team Building-2005
Professional Memberships
California Cosmetology Association
Professional Beauty Association
National Cosmetology Association
Cosmetology Educators of America
Aesthetics International Association
Associated Skincare Professionals
National Coalition of Estheticians, Manufacturers/Distributors & Associations
Comite’ International D’Esthetique Et De Cosmetologie
CIDESCO Thesis
Melanoderma Disorders Hyper-pigmentation September 2013
Referrals and/or Letters of Reference
Provided upon request.