Barbara Kvelstein
Barbara Kvelstein is the founder of Nordic Clinic and creator of Norderm, a Scandinavian-inspired skincare brand launching at the clinic. After travelling to more than 90 countries as a professional tennis player and model, she developed a deep interest in skincare, aesthetics and the connection between confidence and wellbeing.
Originally from Northern Europe, she created Nordic Clinic to bring an authentic Scandinavian approach to care to Seattle, rooted in natural beauty, quality and long-term results. Together with her husband, former professional tennis player Hans Podlipnik, she also co-founded Earthlight Villas, a luxury hospitality and wellness concept in the Pacific Northwest.
Before launching these ventures, Barbara spent over a decade in human rights as a lawyer and NICCS-certified anti-trafficking investigator. Part of Nordic Clinic’s mission is to support efforts to combat child sex trafficking.
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