Welcome to The Brow Lounge
& SoulSpa!
The Brow Lounge is a Natural Beauty Haven designed to bring out your natural, organic beauty! We specialize in Holistic Facials for both Men & Women featuring YONKA PARIS products. Our facials are customized to meet your individual skin care needs.
Brow Sculpting is our Signature Service. Our Brow Artists, Tracy Gomez & Deanna McDonnell, have worked with L.A.'s #1 Celebrity Brow Maven, came back to the Midwest and created Brow Sculpting to introduce the trend of beautiful Brows in the Chicagoland area! Your eyebrows set the tone for your face.
Let us create the perfect brow for you!
Meet the Team
Tracy
Co-Founder & Director of Business Development
Tracy is the Co-Founder and Visionary for the Development of The Brow Lounge & Soulspa with almost 3 decades of experience as a Creative Beauty Artist. She has a BA in Fashion Design from Colombia College as well as a cosmetology license in both Illinois and California. She began her journey in the beauty industry as a freelance makeup artist for tv & fashion in the entertainment industry which led her to Los Angeles where she continued her freelance work as well as pursing some of her own desires in acting. She was introduced to Anastasia of Beverly Hills & trained with her as Lead Brow Artist to launch ABH in the Chicago market in 2000.
She recognized the need for the introduction of brow transformations and education in the Chicagoland area and decided to launch a brow business by tweaking some techniques and developing BROW SCULPTING in 2001.
Her business development skills continued to expand with multiple locations throughout the years. Now as the Co-Founder of The Brow Lounge & Soulspa where she works as a Brow Artist, Facialist and Director of Business Development. She is passionate about everything Holistic Wellness & Beauty Empowerment which is at the core of TBL & Soulspa. Her mission is to continue to create opportunities for us to learn grow and experience this level of beauty and self care awareness and is committed to continuing to develop TBL as a place where u can say you feel more beautiful both inside and out because you found us <3
Deanna
Co-Founder & Director of Sales
Deanna is extremely passionate about business with 3 decades of experience in the beauty industry.
She began her journey in Los Angeles, California following her passion for comedy while also honing her skills in the beauty industry. She met and trained with Anastasia where she immersed herself in everything Brows & Business while launching ABH to the Chicago Market, along with Tracy, developed the business to become the top producing account in the country.
As her passion for the brow industry grew and she saw the need for Brow Education and transformation she decided to launch a brow business in 2001 and continued to grow with multiple locations throughout the years.
Now as co founder of The Brow Lounge/ Soulspa she continues to educate her clients on everything brows and holistic beauty helping to transform their ideas of beauty and self care to no longer a luxury but a true necessity!! She is committed to continuing to grow and expand TBL one Brow at a time✨
Lora
Director of Continuing Education & Lead Aesthetician
An expert in post secondary education and esthetics Lora joins the team with 18 years of expertise. “I believe the optimal solution to age management is achieved from a holistic approach to skin health; one that combines clean, plant-based ingredients with result driven modalities such as microneedling, microcurrent and light therapy.”
Outside the classroom and treatment room Lora is most proud of being a mother to her son.
Drew
Drew's passion for the beauty industry began during her childhood, inspired by her mother's hair clients and the lasting impact she witnessed. Fast forward a couple of years, she found her second home at TBL –
The best way she could think to describe us, here at TBL is, a little family with hands that work & hearts that care. Here we shape health, beauty & brows. Here, we love celebrity gossip and laughing. Here, you get the best treatments that are customized for YOU. That right there is her favorite part of the job.
Whether it is shaping & tinting your eyebrows a week before your wedding or (a little bit of guidance) for your teenager just breaking into the skincare game. Here, we have access to unlimited education. Hands on training with the latest and greatest skincare treatments & beauty techniques. "I specialize in eyebrows & lashes. Although, I offer a wide range of services. Bottom line, when you walk into our doors - you’re family… and we take care of family."
Drew
Brow, Lash, & Makeup Artist
Aesthetician
Emily
Brow, Lash, & Makeup Artist
Aesthetician
Emily is a licensed esthetician that specializes in lashes, brows, & makeup. She been in the industry for 5 years, & here at TBL for over 3 years. "The environment they’ve created here has helped me grow as an artist & as a person. I really like being able to do to multiple services throughout the day it never gets boring." If Emily is not here at TBL, she is outside in nature or inside listening to music. "Music makes my creativity come alive which shows through my work."
Favorite product: Brow Code or Yonka Lait Nettoyant Cleanser
Dinora
Brow & Lash Artist
Aesthetician
Dinora joined the TBL team August of 2023 and has been an Esthetician since Jan of 2020. She loves all things wellness and enhancing ones natural beauty. When she is not at TBL you can find her running after her toddler all day long.
Her favorite products and services include: Yonka Gel cleanser, Ash brown brow pencil, Microneedling, and Vitamin C facial.
Alex
Lash & Brow Artist
Alex has been an esthetician for 5 years.
Her passion is to make other feel good from the inside out and to be creative. During her free time she likes to go thrifting and play video games, and she is also a streamer when she has time.
Her favorite products are: Yonka’s Glyconight 10 because it gives her a beautiful glow and she loves how easy the product is: you just apply at night as a leave in mask and you rinse off in the morning!
Her favorite services to do at TBL are: Dermaplaning Facials, Brazilian Waxes and Brow Laminations.
Alex
Brow & Lash Artist
Monika
Aesthetician
Monika has been an esthetician for 16 years. She joined the TBL Team March of 2019. She was born in Poland and came to the United States in 2000.
Her Favorite Services are: Dermaplaning, Microneedling, and the Vitamin C Facial!
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Natalie
Aesthetician
Natalie, a former hairdresser, transitioned to a receptionist role at The Brow Lounge when her daughter left for college. In 2020, she reinstated her cosmetology license, gaining certifications in skincare and lash lifts. Specializing in Yonka Aromatherapy Treatments and facials.Beyond her professional pursuits, she enjoys road trips, yoga, skiing, and has a passion for horses and pets.
Natalie's Favorite Product is the Yonka Vitamin C serum, complemented by the dermaplaning service!
Molly
Brow & Makeup Artist
Molly has been a professional makeup artist since 2013, and is a licensed cosmetologist and a graduate of the prestigious and selective Make Up For Ever Academy in New York City. Her portfolio spans bridal, editorial, film, commercial, and special effects. Over a decade of experience and passion for perfecting the brows, she has garnered a love for makeup. Molly’s favorite part of her job is making her clients feel like their most beautiful and confident selves,.
Katie
Brow & Lash Artist
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Norma
Receptionist
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Rok
Massage Therapist
Rok has been a licensed massage therapist for seven years, specializing in fascia and soft tissue manipulation. His mission is to provide clients with lasting relief from pain while educating them on effective self-care techniques. Dedicated to achieving 100% client satisfaction, Rok tailors each massage to the individual, combining specific techniques that address their unique needs. For him, massage is more than a profession—it's a way of giving back to the community, helping people lead more active, functional, and pain-free lives.
Norma
Guest Experience Leader & Reservationist
Norma is the dedicated Guest Experience Leader and Reservationist, ensuring every client interaction is seamless and welcoming. With her warm, professional demeanor, Norma coordinates appointments and manages reservations, making sure each client feels valued from the moment they reach out. Her passion for delivering exceptional service enhances the overall experience, as she goes above and beyond to accommodate individual needs and ensure smooth scheduling. Norma’s attention to detail and commitment to client satisfaction make her an essential part of creating a positive and stress-free environment for all.
Chloe
Assistant Manager
Chloe has worked at The Brow Lounge and Soul Spa for about 2 years now. “I have loved every minute of my time here. The environment is so fun and supportive.”
In her free time Chloe loves to bake and watch reality tv!
Her favorite service is the 50 minute Dermaplane facial. “My skin feels so smooth without the dead skin and vellus hair (peach fuzz) which makes it the perfect base for makeup!”
Bella
Ecommerce & Social Media Manager
Bella is a senior at the University of Missouri, pursuing a degree in Business Administration with a focus on marketing digital marketing, and arts entrepreneurship. Her passion for creativity and innovation led her to complement her studies with certificates in digital marketing and arts entrepreneurship.
With an eye for design and a flair for promotion, Bella currently serves as the manager of The Brow Lounge's social media platforms, as well as overseeing web design and e-commerce initiatives. Outside of her professional and academic pursuits, Bella finds joy in spending time with friends on campus and staying active.
