
Where Wellness Meets Radiance
Viva Carmel – Your Destination for Rejuvenation & Wellness in
Carmel-by-the-Sea

Meet Viva Carmel
Meet Viva Carmel
At Viva Carmel, we believe true beauty starts from within. Our services are expertly designed to leave you feeling refreshed, balanced, and glowing, whether you're here for a regenerative getaway or to enhance your skincare routine.
Experience the Viva Carmel Difference
Every service at Viva Carmel is designed with you in mind. From advanced dermatology to our soothing beauty bar and revitalizing IV therapy, our goal is to help you feel like the best version of yourself – whether you’re unwinding from a busy day or preparing to take on the world.
Meet Julie Kenner, MD PhD
Founder of Viva Carmel – Physician, Scientist & Skin Health Expert
With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Julie Kenner brings a science-first, whole-person approach to skin wellness. She founded SkinHappy MD and later Viva Carmel to care for patients with her unique “Inside Out Dermatology” approach, engaging the whole body in the healing process and prioritizing emotions as part of the healing journey.
VISIA® Skin Analysis
Is your skin trying to tell you something?
Let our VISIA® imaging system show you what’s beneath the surface – and how to treat it.
Services Designed for You
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Inside-Out Dermatology
Viva Carmel offers consultations and selected treatments to assess your concerns and guide your “whole person” healing journey. We can provide expert medical guidance on your personal skin, hair, longevity, and systemic wellness needs to get you back to your best self, inside and out!
If needed, our clinicians, experienced in full-spectrum dermatological care, can also refer you to our sister site at SkinHappy MD, where more advanced medical and surgical care is available. Our goal is to honor and address your medical and aesthetic needs with empathy and leading-edge solutions in a professional and nurturing environment.
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Beauty & Rejuvenation
Glow, lift, and refresh with our expert facials, revitalizing skin treatments, and precision Botox services.
Whether you’re looking for a natural boost or a full beauty refresh, our skilled team of professionals is here to enhance your radiance.
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Full Body Wellness
Recharge your body and mind with our IV therapies and regenerative treatments, which contain ingredients that can help restore energy and hydration, relieve pain, and enhance overall well-being. Perfect after a long day or to boost your glow before a special event.
Skincare & Beauty Essentials
Skincare & Beauty Essentials
Discover SkinHappy®, Dr. Julie Kenner’s science-driven skincare line, plus a curated selection of high-performance skincare & makeup she trusts – for healthy, radiant skin every day.
Contact us
Ready to book a skin consultation?
Have questions about Viva Carmel?
Reach out today!
Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday: Private Events Only