Our Philosophy

We believe beauty
is personal.

01

Our Mission

To enhance what makes you, you.

Lumière was founded on a simple but radical belief: that aesthetic medicine, at its best, should be invisible. No frozen expressions, no overfilled features — just a quietly radiant version of yourself.

We combine the precision of evidence-based medicine with the sensitivity of an artist. Every recommendation is guided by facial anatomy, proportion theory, and above all — your unique story.

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Our Principles

Three things we
never compromise.

01

Subtlety over drama.

The greatest compliment we receive is "you look amazing — what have you been doing?" — not "I can tell you had something done." We micro-dose, we refine, we study. The result is always you, elevated.

02

Honesty over sales.

We will tell you when we don't recommend a treatment. We will tell you when your concerns can be addressed with skincare rather than injections. We will never recommend something that doesn't serve you. That integrity is non-negotiable.

03

Relationships over transactions.

Aesthetic medicine is a long game. Your face changes, your goals evolve, your skin ages at its own pace. We build lasting relationships with our clients — understanding your history, adapting with you, and advocating for your long-term health and beauty.

Dr. Elise Laurent Founder & Medical Director

A Message from our Founder

I started Lumière because I believed the industry could do better — more thoughtfully, more honestly, and with far more artistry.

After training in Paris and New York, Dr. Laurent spent a decade studying not just the science of facial anatomy, but the art of proportion — what makes a face feel harmonious rather than altered. That philosophy underpins every treatment at Lumière.

"My patients come to me wanting to look like themselves — at their best. That's the only goal I've ever had." Dr. Laurent has been recognized by New York Magazine as one of the city's top aesthetic physicians for six consecutive years.

Board-Certified, ABPS Université Paris Descartes, MD NYU Medical Center Fellowship Allergan Master Injector

Our Specialists

The people behind
your results.

Sophia Nakamura

Lead Aesthetician

Sophia brings over eight years of advanced aesthetic training to Lumière. Specializing in HydraFacial, microneedling, and bespoke skin protocols, she has an intuitive sense for what each skin needs.

Dr. Marcus Webb

Laser & Resurfacing Specialist

Dr. Webb is one of New York's most sought-after laser specialists. His meticulous approach to skin resurfacing and pigmentation correction has earned him a devoted clientele seeking the most precise results.

Chloé Moreau, PA-C

Injections Specialist

A physician assistant with specialized certification in cosmetic injections, Chloé studied under Dr. Laurent and shares her mentor's philosophy: enhance, never alter. Her neurotoxin and filler results are consistently sublime.

Recognition

A standard of excellence,
acknowledged.

New York Magazine Best of Beauty · 2024
Vogue Living Top Aesthetic Clinic · 2023
Harper's Bazaar Editors' Pick · 2023 & 2024
RealSelf Top Doctor Award · 2022–2024

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