Where art, empathy, and transformation converge.

I lost my mother to breast cancer when she was just 49. I was only 19. That loss shaped me — not as a moment of weakness, but as the foundation for a life of resilience. I’ve lived my entire adult life without her, but every step I’ve taken reflects the strength, independence, and grace she embodied.

Art has always been my outlet. Long before Skin Rehab Lab was born, I was sketching, painting, writing, designing, creating. It was how I processed pain, how I expressed emotion, and how I connected with the world.

Years later, after surviving a traumatic dog bite to my face, that connection deepened. I came to understand firsthand the emotional weight that scars can carry — how they quietly influence the way we see ourselves and how we move through the world.

That experience didn’t just inspire me — it transformed me. It gave me the passion, empathy, and drive to build something bigger than myself.

That something became Skin Rehab Lab.

Before founding Skin Rehab Lab, I built a successful career in advertising and marketing — experience that shaped my ability to create a brand rooted in trust, clarity, and meaningful connection.

Over the years, I have earned more than 25 certifications in advanced aesthetics and paramedical tattoo artistry, dedicating myself to mastering the science, technique, and artistry behind skin restoration. Today I am recognized as both a Master Tattoo Artist and Master Trainer, sharing my knowledge with other professionals while continuing to refine my craft.

In 2025, I was honored on the international stage as the 1st Place Winner in Paramedical Areola Tattoo at The Skin Games, one of the most respected competitions in our industry. I am also proud to be a two-time FOX5 Las Vegas Viewer’s Choice Award winner, recognition that reflects both the results we achieve and the trust of the community we serve.

Over time, Skin Rehab Lab has grown into a destination practice, welcoming clients who travel from across the United States and internationally seeking specialized scar restoration and paramedical tattoo artistry.

What draws people here is more than technique — it’s the philosophy behind the work.

Skin Rehab Lab isn’t just a studio. It’s a sanctuary.

For people healing from surgery.

For people reclaiming their confidence.

For anyone ready to feel seen, whole, and beautiful in their skin again.

You’re not just booking a service — you’re stepping into a space built by someone who understands the journey of healing firsthand.

This is where artistry meets heart,

where trauma meets transformation,

and where scars become symbols of strength.

Everyone is welcome here.

— Cheryl Ipiales