The kind of skin people notice.
Trusted esthetician offering restorative facials for women who value healthy skin, deep relaxation & expert care.
Licensed Esthetician specializing in customized facials & professional skincare in a private home spa in Wolf Ranch, Colorado Springs, by appointment.
Where advanced skincare meets deep exhale.
At Alpenglow Skin Spa, I believe skincare should feel healing, grounded, deeply relaxing & genuinely effective. Every facial is fully customized using professional skincare, restorative facial massage, lymphatic drainage, barrier supporting ingredients & over 20 years of hands-on skin experience.
This is not a rushed med spa. This is not a trendy beauty clinic. This is thoughtful skincare for women who want healthy skin for the long haul.
Come decompress in our peaceful home spa overlooking the beauty of Colorado Springs & Pikes Peak. Slip into a robe, sip hot tea, quiet your nervous system and let your skin & spirit exhale.
My philosophy
I care about your skin, but I care about YOU more.
My approach to skincare has changed over the years.
Early in my career, I was heavily focused on correction and dramatic before & after results. I still love helping women reach their skincare goals, but becoming a mother shifted something in me. I began seeing skincare differently.
Now, I believe the most beautiful skin is healthy skin, especially as I’ve gotten older.
Skin that is calm. Skin that is supported. Skin that glows naturally because it has been nourished consistently over time.
Our treatments focus on strengthening the skin barrier, improving circulation, supporting collagen naturally, releasing facial tension, encouraging lymphatic flow & creating long term skin health through consistency.
We work with antioxidant rich, peptide packed, deeply hydrating ingredients that help your skin function better. Gentle exfoliation, thoughtful ingredients, slow & steady progress. Skin treatments that support a full Colorado lifestyle without aggressive downtime or overcorrection.
We are pro-aging here. Not anti-aging.
I believe in caring for your skin well, honoring the season of life you are in by doing what helps you feel vibrant, rested, healthy & confident.
The experience
More than a facial.
Every appointment is designed to feel like stepping out of the noise of the world for a while.
Low lighting. Soft music. Warm blankets. An ergonomic heated bed. Expert touch. Quiet peace.
Each facial includes customized professional skincare, facial massage, lymphatic drainage techniques, tension release throughout the neck, shoulders, scalp, arms, derma-planing when appropriate, red light therapy & tailored guidance for your skin at home.
This is high touch skincare with intention behind every step.
As a Christian and faith led business owner, I silently pray throughout treatments & invite the Holy Spirit into the atmosphere of my work. Alpenglow Skin Spa is not new age or spiritually trendy. No crystals, astrology, sound baths, or performative wellness culture.
Just a peaceful environment where women can rest, be cared for well, and leave feeling lighter than when they arrived.
Frequently asked questions
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No. Alpenglow Skin Spa does not offer injectables. We are not a med spa.
Our philosophy focuses on supporting healthy aging naturally through professional skincare, facial massage, lymphatic drainage, collagen support, hydration, and consistent facial treatments.
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We intentionally take a slower, more supportive approach to skin health that prioritizes barrier integrity and long term skin function through holistic facials & dedicated home-care.
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We are a high touch, low modality facial practice focused on skilled hands-on treatments and customized skincare.
We DO use a steam machine, high frequency & Celluma red light therapy when appropriate, but it doesn’t make up the majority of the facial.
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No, on occasion I’ll clean up the eyebrows with wax if needed or apply brow tint on some clients while they are getting a facial, but it’s not a stand-alone service.
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Alpenglow Skin Spa specializes exclusively in women’s skincare.
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Our practice is designed for women seeking long term skincare support and consistency.
We are not currently focused on occasional drop in spa appointments.
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I primarily use my own skincare line that I started 7 years ago. Courtney Parkhill Skincare was created for my client’s & this dry, high altitude climate. It’s science-backed & is formulated with powerful, healing plant botanicals that are very effective for barrier health & ageless radiance.
We are also trained in PCA, Epicuren, Colorescience & Image Skincare.
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Yes.
Alpenglow Skin Spa is a Christian owned, Holy Spirit led business.
We are not a new age wellness space.
It’s a judgement-free safe space for my clients. I’m not religious nor do I pressure my clients with my beliefs.
They know Jesus is my anchor & I couldn’t do life without Him.
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Our treatments blend advanced skincare knowledge with deep relaxation, nervous system support, facial massage, lymphatic drainage, and highly customized care.
Clients often tell us they leave feeling transformed both physically and emotionally.
My hands, God gave me healing hands!
OUR BEST SELLERS
Our Intensely-Hydrating Serum
Who It’s For:
This firming serum is perfect for anyone seeking deep hydration and protection from the daily environmental stressors that impact skin—especially those exposed to UV rays, digital pollution, and the drying effects of high-altitude climates. Whether you're battling dryness, dehydration, break-outs, fine lines, or redness, this serum provides a shield for healthy, radiant skin with its blend of powerful botanicals and hydrating ingredients for all skin types.
What It Does:
It’s like a hydration IV drip for the skin! Formulated with snow mushroom extract, hyaluronic acid, and a blend of antioxidant-rich botanicals, this serum instantly quenches your skin, delivering 24-hour hydration while protecting from free radical damage. It fights the effects of UV and High Energy Visible (HEV) light, preventing photoaging, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation. Over time, it visibly improves skin elasticity, smooths rough patches, and helps calm redness, leaving your complexion plump, hydrated, and glowing.
How to Use:
After cleansing, apply 1 pump to face, neck & around eyes twice daily, morning and evening. For best results, follow with your favorite moisturizer. Perfect as a standalone serum or layered under other treatments for added protection and hydration.
Our Green Tea Antioxidant Serum A.K.A. “The Rosacea Serum”
Who It’s For:
Designed for those who need a little extra calm in their skincare routine, this powerful antioxidant serum is perfect for mountain mamas, where the elements demand protection and skin craves balance. Ideal for sensitive, rosacea, redness, oily & acne-prone skin, it’s a great alternative for those who can’t tolerate traditional vitamin C and retinol while helping even skin tone and reducing redness. This is your go-to serum for a fresh, matte finish—whether you’re out on the trail or in the spa.
What It Does:
Infused with 5% green tea extract, this serum delivers the calming and antioxidant potency of 1500 cups of green tea in one dose while working to clear acne, minimize discoloration, and soothe skin. It reduces the appearance of redness, dark circles, and breakouts, providing a smooth, balanced complexion. The powerful polyphenols in the green tea also protect against sun damage, making this serum your shield against the harsh outdoor elements.
How to Use:
After cleansing, apply 1 pump to your face and neck twice daily. Follow with your favorite moisturizer. This serum also works beautifully as a primer, providing a smooth base for makeup or simply allowing your skin to shine naturally with a calm, matte finish. Can be used as a stand-alone light moisturizer for oily, acne-prone skin.
Our Dewy Replenishing Lipid Serum
Who It’s For:
For a Soft, Resilient Glow at High Altitudes, Cloud Bliss is ideal for those experiencing rough, dry, or acne-prone skin, this replenishing serum is your solution for correcting environmental damage and restoring balance. Perfect for mountain dwellers with sensitive, dry skin, Cloud Bliss is an antioxidant powerhouse that hydrates, replenishes, and soothes the skin while addressing visible signs of aging. Whether you’re battling pollution, sun exposure, menopausal dryness or just the dryness of high-altitude climates, this serum strengthens your skin’s barrier and keeps it smooth and nourished. Great for rosacea & dry adult acne.
What It Does:
Cloud Bliss is packed with a powerful blend of vitamins E and F, along with biodentical glycolipids from lineolic acid that help to mimic a dewy skin barrier & deeply nourish your skin while protecting it from environmental stressors. Lipochroman, the strongest antioxidant, shields your skin from both oxygen and nitrogen free radicals, preventing premature aging. Vitamin F replenishes moisture and softens rough, acneic skin, while vitamin E provides additional protection and rejuvenation. The result is smoother, plumper skin with a healthy glow and a rejuvenated texture.
How to Use:
After cleansing, apply a pea-size amount to your face and neck twice daily. For daytime use, follow with a moisturizer and SPF. At night, let the serum work its magic while you sleep, ensuring your skin wakes up with renewed softness and a radiant appearance.
Our Revolutionary Lipid-Encapsulated Retinol Serum
Inspired by Pike's Peak at Dawn and Dusk - Alpenglow Radiance for Your Skin
Who It’s For:
Radiant Peak Retinol is designed for those seeking to restore youthful firmness and even skin tone. Perfect for anyone dealing with visible signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, redness & enlarged pores. This serum is also great for rejuvenating skin post-sun exposure or environmental damage, offering the benefits of retinol with the nourishment of essential lipids. It’s the ideal option for those who want to take their skincare regimen to the next level.
What It Does:
This potent, pro-aging serum combines the power of 0.5% retinol with glycolipids and phospholipids to visibly firm and smooth the skin. It helps fade age spots, evens skin tone, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while improving skin texture and tone. The added lipids work to restore your skin’s moisture barrier, minimizing dryness or peeling from the retinol. With regular use, this serum enhances luminosity, promotes smoother skin, and even boosts facial volume, offering a radiant glow that mirrors the beauty of alpenglow skies at sunrise and sunset.
How to Use:
-Beginner Application: Start by using a pea-sized amount every other night for the first month to allow your skin to adjust to the increased cell turnover. A bit of redness, tightness, or sensitivity is normal during the first 2-4 weeks.
-Normal Application: After cleansing, apply a pea-sized amount to your face and neck each night. Follow with moisturizer & SPF during the day. Avoid the eye area.
Testimonial from a Beloved client
“Courtney carefully crafts and curates a uniquely specific spa experience. All 5 senses are considered, even the unseen 6th sense of energy.
the peaceful waterfall sounds paired with relaxing music
the temperature of the room, the bed, the steam, & even the warm towels she uses to cleanse your skin is perfect
the relaxing smells of her custom essential oil blend & the lotion during the arm & hand massage
she covers your eyes to maintain relaxation in times when she needs to use the brighter light for extractions and derma-planing
she provides cool water before and after your service to hydrate
and most of all, her calming energy allows you unwind & release any outside tension.
I’m also always impressed with her thoughtful use of high-tech (light therapy, ozone high-frequency wand, steam machine etc) & low-tech (tactile massage, hot stones & deluxe bedding) and how they blend so well together to make this experience a perfect mix of precision and peace.” —Sarah