If you worked as a nonexempt employee for SkinSpirit Essential LLC in California between Oct. 9, 2020, and March 1, 2026, you could be eligible for a payment from a $490,000 class action settlement.
The best part? Most eligible employees do not need to file a claim. If you qualify, your payment will be mailed automatically. You’ll just want to make sure your mailing address is up to date and review your notice for accuracy.
Why this lawsuit exists?
The lawsuit alleged that SkinSpirit Essential LLC violated California labor laws by failing to properly compensate employees.
The claims included allegations involving:
- Unpaid minimum wages, overtime, and contractual wages
- Missed meal and rest breaks
- Inaccurate wage statements
- Failure to pay all wages owed when employment ended
- Unreimbursed business expenses
- Failure to provide employment records
The lawsuit also included claims for civil penalties under the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
SkinSpirit denies all allegations but agreed to settle the case to avoid the costs, risks, and uncertainty of continued litigation.
Who qualifies?
You may be included if all of the following apply:
- You worked for SkinSpirit Essential LLC in California.
- You were classified as a nonexempt employee.
- You worked at any time between Oct. 9, 2020, and March 1, 2026.
The settlement includes two groups:
Class Members
- All eligible nonexempt employees who worked during the Class Period of Oct. 9, 2020, through March 1, 2026.
Aggrieved Employees (PAGA)
- Eligible nonexempt employees who worked during the PAGA Period of June 6, 2023, through April 15, 2026.
- Some employees may qualify for both types of payments.
- Eligibility and payment amounts are based on SkinSpirit’s employment records.
How much can you receive?
The settlement creates a $490,000 settlement fund. After court-approved deductions for attorneys’ fees, litigation expenses, administration costs, service awards, and PAGA penalties, the remaining funds (estimated at approximately $313,750) will be distributed to eligible employees.
Your payment depends on your employment history.
- Class Payments are calculated based on the number of workweeks you worked during the Class Period.
- PAGA Payments are calculated based on the number of pay periods you worked during the PAGA Period.
If you qualify for both groups, your settlement check may include both a Class Payment and a PAGA Payment.
Your options
| Your Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Do Nothing | Receive your eligible Class Payment and any PAGA Payment automatically. By participating, you release the claims covered by the settlement. | No action required |
| Challenge Your Workweeks or Pay Periods | If you believe the workweeks or pay periods listed in your notice are incorrect, you may submit a written challenge with supporting documentation. | July 27, 2026 |
| Opt Out of the Class Settlement | Exclude yourself from the Class Settlement and keep your right to pursue your own wage claims. You cannot opt out of the PAGA portion of the settlement. | July 27, 2026 |
| Object to the Settlement | Tell the Court why you disagree with the proposed settlement if you remain a participating Class Member. | July 27, 2026 |
| Attend the Final Approval Hearing | You may attend the Court hearing regarding final approval of the settlement. | Sept. 9, 2026 |
How to file a claim?
No claim form is required.
- If you’re an eligible employee, the Settlement Administrator will automatically mail your payment using SkinSpirit’s employment records.
- If you’ve moved or your mailing address has changed, you should contact the Settlement Administrator as soon as possible to help ensure your payment reaches you.
- If you believe you should have received a settlement notice but did not, or you think your listed workweeks or pay periods are incorrect, contact the Settlement Administrator before the July 27, 2026 deadline.
Settlement checks are expected to be mailed approximately 45 days after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved.
If you worked for SkinSpirit in California during the covered period, review your settlement notice, confirm your mailing address is current, and verify your workweek and pay period information before the deadline.
