Cheryl Renella
Founder and Eyebrow Maestro
Cheryl Renella was just 23 when she opened Channing’s Spa in Chicago’s prestigious Gold Coast on Oak Street, establishing it as a haven for personalized beauty and brow artistry. With over 40 years of experience in the beauty industry, she has perfected the art of corrective eyebrow shaping, garnering her significant media attention and multiple “Best of Best” honors. She has been fortunate to call Angelina Jolie, Whitney Houston, Julia Roberts, Vince Vaughn, and numerous other high-profile names as her clients.
She has worked in New York for Fashion Week, accompanied European tours such as the Rolling Stones as a freelance artist, and continues to freelance on International projects. Cheryl is also Chicago’s go-to for eyelash and brow tinting, customized skin care treatments, professional make-up application/lessons, and more!
Cheryl champions a tweeze-only approach – eschewing waxing entirely. Each shaping session is tailored to the clients unique bone structure and orbital contour, with clients lying down for precision – giving her an artist’s view of the full canvas.
Featured repeatedly in publications like Allure, Modern Luxury, Chicago Magazine and In Style, she’s celebrated for delivering transformative, face-slimming brow services -often touted as the “next best thing to an eye lift”! Cheryl is more than a beauty veteran – she’s a visionary who has elevated eyebrow shaping into its own specific art form. Sustaining excellence for over four decades speaks to her passion, technique and dedication.
Cheryl Renella’s legacy continues to shape Chicago’s beauty scene.
Brittany
Spa Director and Licensed Esthetician
With over 15 years of expertise in the art and science of skincare, Brittany has cultivated a career defined by excellence. From her beginnings as a lead esthetician and trainer in luxury spas to her work alongside top dermatologist’s, she has mastered both the indulgent and clinical sides of the industry.
As Spa Director of Channing’s, Brittany leads by setting the standard for excellence, blending elegance with advanced techniques. She is celebrated as a Yumi Lash Master—having traveled to Beverly Hills nearly a decade ago for one on one training when the treatment was virtually unknown in the US—and continues to set the benchmark for lash excellence nationwide.
Brittany’s approach to skin and beauty is nothing short of couture. Each treatment is unique, blending advanced techniques, clinical knowledge, and an intuitive understanding of her clients’ specific needs.
Amy
Licensed Esthetician
Amy has been part of the Channing’s team for 15 years and brings over 25 years of experience in the esthetics and beauty industry. She is passionate about meeting your skincare needs while promoting healing, relaxation, and visible results that help you feel your most confident and radiant.
Her specialties include advanced anti-aging and preventative aging skincare treatments, and lymphatic facial massage and drainage. Amy is dedicated to helping clients reduce visible signs of aging and preserve youthful, healthy skin through proven, results-driven techniques. She holds multiple certifications in Endermologie, lymphatic drainage, Cryotouch, dermaplaning, HydraFacial, and microneedling, and she stays up to date with the latest advancements in skincare.
With extensive experience in makeup artistry, Amy has worked on freelance events, weddings, and commercial advertising. Amy believes in tailoring every look to the client: “Look at the face, mood, and occasion, and go from there.”
Dr. Yvette K. Clay
Doctor of Acupuncture & Licensed Massage Therapist
Dr. Yvette (E-vet) K. Clay has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2009 (Graduate of Chicago School of Massage Therapy-Cortiva Institute). She obtained her Bachelors of Science degree in Marketing-Sales from Bradley University in 2007, her Acupuncture Certification in Spring 2023 from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine – Skokie, IL and her Doctorate of Acupuncture in Winter 2023 from Pacific College of Health and Science- San Diego, CA.
Dr. Clay has assisted in the recovery of patients engaged in all levels of physical activity. From the grandparent that wants to walk through the park with their grandchild to the marathoner wanting to improve their time for the next race. The philosophy of listening to the patients’ body and working with the patient to have an effective, positive session is practiced. Pressure is applied based on how the patients’ body responds to the techniques applied. Whether you receive acupuncture or massage therapy, communication is also maintained throughout the session to aid in wellness and recovery.