A quieter kind of beauty.   Hermosa Beach, California
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Jaw & facial tension relief · Hands by Candice

Buccal Facial Massage
in Hermosa Beach

Personalized facial massage focused on jaw and facial tension, with thoughtful skincare and deeply restorative touch.

More than a facial

For the skin you’re in.
And the soul beneath.

There is a particular kind of care that lets you stop doing and simply receive. Here, thoughtful skincare, skilled facial bodywork and soulful presence come together in a ritual shaped around you.

The difference is in the hands

Precise technique.
Deeply personal care.

Your face tells a story. My work begins by listening.

As a buccal specialist and facial ritualist, Candice blends skilled facial bodywork with a sensitive, intuitive approach. Every session is shaped around your skin, your comfort and what you need that day.

Explore focused jaw care
01 / Release

A specialty in the jaw.

Consent-based buccal intraoral massage meets external facial fascia work and sculptural touch. Particular attention is given to the cheeks and jaw, with techniques adapted for clients seeking ease from facial tightness and clenching-related tension.

02 / Replenish

Care that goes beyond the face.

Gentle lymphatic drainage and nourishing skincare are paired with generous neck, scalp and décolleté work. Arms and hands are included, creating a connected experience rather than a facial that stops at the jawline.

03 / Reconnect

Intuition, grounded in presence.

Licensed since 2004, Candice brings years of hands-on experience and a background in yoga, guided imagery and somatic awareness. Pressure, pace and optional ceremonial elements are tailored to help you settle, soften and simply receive.

Step inside Ritual

A softer pace.
A space for you.

Warm details, soft linens and a little room to breathe. From your arrival to the treatment room, settle into a space devoted to your care.

The studio’s love-lettered display shelves in warm light
01 / A warm welcomeA little love in every detail.
The Ritual treatment room with a softly prepared facial bed
02 / The treatment roomYour place to settle and soften.
Make time for yourself ↗
Candice’s hands performing sculptural facial massage

The signature experience · 70 minutes · $285

The Ritual.

Your skin. Your energy. Your ritual.

A bespoke evolution of the traditional facial. Facial fascia release, sculptural massage, lymphatic drainage, pressure points and gentle stretching meet replenishing skincare and intuitive energy work. Buccal intraoral massage may be included with your consent, when appropriate.

Discover The Ritual
Candice, founder and facial ritualist at Ritual Skin + Soul
Candice Carbone · Licensed esthetician since 2004

Meet your buccal massage specialist

Skilled hands.
A warm heart.

I’m Candice. Licensed esthetician, buccal specialist and the hands behind Ritual Skin + Soul. My work brings careful technique and intuition into the same room, so your facial feels as personal as it is restorative.

Get to know Candice
Code of Harmony Sensitive Skin Bundle: botanical cleanser, mist, barrier cream and balm
Code of Harmony · Photo courtesy of Code of Harmony

Beautiful formulas. Thoughtful care.

Plant-powered care.
Woven into every facial.

Code of Harmony creates plant-based skincare with botanical oils, antioxidants and moisture-binding ingredients, with a focus on hydration and skin-barrier care. From cleansers and mists to serums, oils, creams and balms, the line brings thoughtful formulas and beautiful textures to every stage of a facial.

These products are an essential element of my rituals, selected and layered for your skin’s needs. Paired with my facial massage and intuitive care, they enrich the sensory experience—an invitation to soften, settle and reconnect with mind, body and soul. Continue that care at home with a thoughtfully chosen routine.

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Words from the ritual room

Care you can feel.

A personal touch

“Candice has the magic touch.”
Blair Berndes Google review excerpt

Beyond the facial

“So much more than a facial!”
Sheryl Curcio Google review excerpt
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Selected excerpts from client reviews originally posted on Google. Individual experiences vary.

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Skin wisdom, thoughtfully shared.Explore the journal Meet the Ritual community

Make room for your ritual

Your next moment of care.

Appointments are available to book up to six months ahead, subject to availability. Reserve the dates that suit your schedule. If your preferred time is unavailable, join the waitlist through GlossGenius to hear about matching openings.

For returning clients, plan your next visit around your goals and comfort. Candice can help you choose a suitable rhythm of care.

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Your invitation to exhale

Let yourself be
beautifully cared for.

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