You belong at Meraki! We are proud to welcome you as you are to our inclusive, safe space. At Meraki, we celebrate individuality and reject the pressures to conform to predefined notions of beauty. Every client is embraced for their unique beauty, free from judgment and expectation. LGBTQIA2S+ Safe Space. If you seek a safe, attentive environment that prioritizes your skin goals and listens to your concerns, Meraki Medical Aesthetics is here for you.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Meraki Medical Aesthetics was founded on the principles of inclusion, exceptional customer service, and transparency. We aim to redefine industry standards by challenging conventional notions of beauty. Our belief is that everyone deserves to feel confident in their own skin, free from society's unrealistic beauty ideals. Our superior service is backed by unparalleled expertise and education combined with compassion and nurturing. No matter your story, we look forward to supporting you on your journey to self-empowerment to embrace your inner confidence.
OUR CORE VALUES
We pride ourself on our 3 core values - Soul, Creativity, and Love. These foundational values keep us true to our commitment to change in our industry and dedicated to you, our valued clients and friends.
Soul: We are dedicated to nurturing the soul through positivity and self-esteem enhancement, helping each client recognize their true beauty, both inside and out.
Creativity: We pledge to harness our creative expertise to offer solutions to gaps in our industry in hopes to one day change the way our society views and understands beauty. We promise to use our creativity and critical thinking to offer distinctive treatment options, innovative loyalty programs, and tailored solutions to address your individual needs.
Love: Our founder’s deep passion and commitment are the foundation of our business. We strive to deliver an exceptional client experience, reflecting the same love and dedication in every interaction.
MEET THE OWNER : MIRANDA FOSTER
Certified Medical Aesthetician, Laser Technician & Spray Tan Artist
The creation of Meraki Medical Aesthetics has been a long-cherished dream of mine. My vision has always been to create a space where every client feels safe, welcomed, and valued. My mission is to redefine conventional beauty standards by introducing realism, self-love, and acceptance into the aesthetics industry.
With over 18 years of experience, I have built a reputation for exceptional customer satisfaction, superior service, and industry credibility. My journey began at the age of 13 in my hometown of Saskatchewan as an aesthetician. In 2013, I advanced my career by graduating with honours from Eveline Charles Academy and earning an ITEC Diploma, which certifies the recipient to uphold high standards of excellence globally. I furthered my career by refining my skills through extensive training, seminars, and staying informed of the latest advancements in aesthetics.
My experience includes working with physicians and mastering advanced techniques such as acne resolution, tattoo removal, fractional laser resurfacing, and complex pigmentation treatments. My passions are deeply rooted in advanced skin care, skin transformations, and laser treatments. I specialize in addressing various skin conditions, drawing from my personal journey with cystic acne, pigmentation, and scarring. Having faced these challenges myself as a young teen and into adulthood, I understand first-hand the emotional and physical impact of skin issues. I’ve explored numerous products, treatments, and medication gaining valuable insights into what truly works. This personal journey inspired me to deepen my knowledge of skin health and adopt a holistic approach to treatment. My method is to address skin concerns from the inside out, combining my expertise with empathy to help others achieve their best skin.
I take immense pride in my work and am dedicated to inspiring confidence in each client. I look forward to the opportunity to pamper you and embark on this journey together.
Proudly celebrating 5 successful years in business!
ACHIEVEMENTS
2024 Community Votes Platinum Winner in 4 Categories: Beauty and Health Spas, Estheticians, Medical Aesthetics, Tanning Salons
2024 Community Votes Silver Winner: Hair Removal and Waxing
2024 Official Canadian Choice Award Winner : Beauty Salons
2023 Community Votes Platinum Winner in 4 Categories : Beauty and Health Spas, Estheticians, Medical Aesthetics, Tanning Salons
2022 Community Votes Bronze Winner : Beauty and Health Spas
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Safe Space Alliance Member : LGBTQI+ led non-profit organization that aims to help people identify, navigate, and create safe spaces for LGBTQI+ communities worldwide.
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Member: Non-profit organization dedicated to providing
women entrepreneurs with support and resources to excel within their business.
MERAKI PERKS
Beauty Industry Discount : Receive 15% off products and services.
Birthday Benefits : Receive 25% off a service of your choice during your birthday month.
Bridal Bonus : Receive a free spray tan + trial spray tan for your big day when 2+ members of your bridal party book in for a spray tan. Applies to brides and grooms.
Facial Loyalty Program : Receive 25% off your 5th facial + a complimentary facial on your 10th visit! Inquire within to receive your official stamp card.
Referral Program : Receive 15% off a service of your choice when you refer a friend. Your referral will also receive 15% off a service of their choice.
Spray Tan Loyalty Program : Receive 25% off your 5th spray tan + a complimentary spray tan on your 10th visit! Inquire within to receive your official stamp card.
OUR POLICIES
APPOINTMENTS: We offer complimentary consultations for all of our services. Consultations are required in order for your service provider to create a customizable treatment plan suitable for your concerns. Appointments are required at all times. We do not accept walk-in appointments. After hours appointments are subject to availability. We will do our best to accommodate your request. We are closed on all statutory holidays. Please book your appointment accordingly.
CANCELLATIONS/NO SHOWS: We value your business and appreciate your loyalty. Please respect our scheduling by providing us with a minimum of 48 hours notice when cancelling or rescheduling an appointment. We understand life happens unexpectedly and things come up. We may be willing to make exceptions and waive our cancellation fee at the discretion of the business. Please contact us at the earliest time to reschedule your appointment. Insufficient notice of a cancellation, no shows or missed appointments may result in a fee subject to business discretion. Consistent no showed or missed appointments will result in having a credit card on file or deposit left prior to booking an appointment. We will do our best to accommodate each and every client at their requested time. Thank you for understanding that this time is set aside for you and without proper notice of cancellation, our business needs to be compensated.
LATE ARRIVALS: Arriving late to an appointment may result in the length of your treatment being shortened or rescheduled. We appreciate communication if you are running behind so we may notify staff to try to accommodate you. Consistent late appointment will be subject to the full cost of the booked appointment and a credit card on file for future bookings.
PAYMENT METHODS: We accept cash, Debit, E-Transfer, MasterCard, AMEX, and Visa as forms of payment. We do not accept partial payments. Payment must be made in full at the time of the appointment. We do have patient financing options available. All clients making purchases with a credit card over $500 are required to provide valid photo ID matching the name on the credit card for security purposes.
REFUNDS, RETURNS & EXCHANGES: All sales are final. This includes, but is not limited to: products, services, packages, and gift cards. All purchases are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
CHILDREN: We deeply value your patronage and adore little ones of all ages. However, we kindly request that you do not bring your children to your appointment. Our services utilize equipment such as lasers and energy-emitting devices that are not safe for children. We also make it a priority to ensure a calm and peaceful atmosphere for all clients during our relaxing treatments. Your understanding and cooperation in this matter are greatly appreciated.
ZERO TOLERANCE: We are committed to providing the highest quality service in a safe and non-judgmental environment. We welcome individuals of all genders and preferences. We fully embrace and support diverse cultures and orientations. This is a safe space. Meraki does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, or sexual orientation. We kindly request respect for our core values and our inclusive community. We believe in equality for all, regardless of personal preferences. 2SLGBTQIA+ FRIENDLY.