From the very beginning, Merlyn Zientowski was nurtured with a philosophy that would deeply shape her worldview and future endeavors: life is measured by what you give, not what you receive. This powerful ethos, instilled by her devoted parents through their relentless perseverance and selflessness, crafted a foundation of resilience and generosity in Merlyn. It drove her to pursue a path where service and care were paramount.

Merlyn embarked on her academic journey at the University of Oklahoma, initially majoring in Journalism and Broadcasting. However, her life took a pivotal turn when she embraced an organic lifestyle, profoundly reshaping her career trajectory towards aesthetics. This was not just a casual interest but a deep-seated commitment that would define her professional identity. She discovered not only a talent but also a profound satisfaction in enhancing wellness through natural beauty practices, catalyzing a lifelong mission to revolutionize skincare.

Recognizing the detrimental impacts of harmful chemicals in conventional beauty products and the pervasive ignorance about their effects, Merlyn was compelled to act. She envisioned and established Aura, a sanctuary that would stand as a beacon of knowledge and health, championing the principles of clean and non-toxic beauty. With over 19 years as an esthetician and more than eight years nurturing Aura, Merlyn has dedicated herself to educating her community about the benefits of clean ingredients and the perils of toxic ones.

Merlyn's meticulous approach to product selection at Aura is informed by standards more stringent than those of the FDA or European regulations concerning toxicity. She has set a high bar for what enters her spa, requiring that each product not only supports health and beauty but also adheres to ethical and sustainable manufacturing practices. This rigorous selection process includes personal testing and a comprehensive evaluation of each brand's commitment to purity and sustainability, ensuring alignment with Aura's ethos and setting a gold standard in the realm of clean, ethical skincare.