Master Educator • Multi-Award-Winning Licensed Aesthetician • Permanent Makeup Artist • International Judge
Living Beautifully Spa & Academy | Omaha, Nebraska Judging Category: Skin | 3rd Year Returning Judge
Some judges evaluate results. Some judges shape futures. Jessica Johnson does both.
Returning for her third consecutive year as a Skin judge at The Skin Games, Jessica brings a powerful blend of experience, excellence, and elevation to the judging table. As the founder of Living Beautifully Spa & Academy, she has spent over 15 years building artists, brands, and industry leaders—and she shows up to The Skin Games with one mission:
to challenge competitors to rise higher than they ever thought possible.
You don’t just get judged by Jessica. You get built by her.
“If I were a famous judge…”
“I’m a mix of RuPaul’s fearless encouragement, Simon Cowell’s truth bombs, and Judge Judy’s unapologetic standards—all delivered with glam and grit. I don’t just judge… I build. I challenge competitors to own their power and back it up with skill.”
And honestly?
That energy is exactly why competitors both respect and trust her so deeply.
What Kind of Judge Will She Be?
Unshakable. Supportive. Results-driven.
Jessica holds the line for excellence—but she’ll cheer you on while you cross it. She brings more than a decade of expertise in skin, PMU, education, and brand development, and she knows exactly what separates a good case study from a winning one.
“I’m not here to nitpick—I’m here to elevate.”
That’s the difference.
What She Admires Most in a Competitor
Passion. Precision. Professionalism.
Jessica is drawn to artists who:
- Show up with heart
- Take pride in their craft
- Respect the industry
- And care deeply about their results and their clients
“No ego. No excuses. Just excellence.”
Those are the competitors who shine under her spotlight.
Her Best Advice for This Year’s Competitors
“You don’t have to be perfect—you have to be powerful. Lead with confidence. Show what makes you different. Judges aren’t looking for robots—we’re looking for soul, strategy, and skill. Stay calm. Stay sharp. Trust your process. This is your moment—own it.”
If you needed a sign to stop playing small… This is it.
A Defining Career Moment
“One year I stood on the TSG stage as a Permanent Makeup winner. The very next year, I stood on that same stage as a judge. That moment taught me something powerful—success isn’t about applause. It’s about impact. Now I get to hand the mic to the next game-changer.”
And that… is full-circle leadership in action.
Fun Facts with Judge Jessica
- Holy grail combo: BioRePeel + Microneedling = filter-free glow
- Skincare myth she’s ending forever: “You don’t need SPF in winter.” (Wrong. The sun didn’t get the memo.)
- Judging day ritual: Iced Americano with coconut milk, killer gloss, and a deep breath—then it’s go time.
Why Players Love Being Judged by Jessica
Because she doesn’t just score your work.
She sees your potential. She challenges your limits. She celebrates your growth. And she expects you to rise.
And rise you will.