Meet the Team
Marisol Avendano
FOUNDER
Marisol Avendano, MSN, NP, is a highly skilled and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in advanced aesthetic treatments and comprehensive patient care. With over 7 years of expertise in the field of medical aesthetics and nursing leadership, she has established herself as a trusted professional in enhancing natural beauty while prioritizing safety and patient satisfaction.
Professional Experience
Marisol has held multiple leadership roles, including Director of Nursing at top-tier facilities in Beverly Hills and Santa Barbra. She has successfully managed teams of healthcare professionals while delivering exceptional results in a wide range of specialties, including:
Aesthetic Expertise: Certified in administering neurotoxins like Botox®️, dermal fillers, microneedling, and advanced skin rejuvenation procedures. Marisol is Allergan and Galderma-trained, ensuring precision and artistry in her work.
Surgical Experience: Extensive operating room experience in ENT, pain management, and reconstructive surgery, as well as pediatric and orthopedic procedures.
Milestones and Achievements
Leadership Excellence: Served as Director of Nursing across multiple facilities, where she implemented high standards of care and maintained accreditation compliance (AAAHC, Medicare, JACHO).
Aesthetic Training: Advanced training in dermal fillers and botulinum toxins to provide patients with customized, natural-looking results.
Bilingual Communication: Fluent in English and Spanish, fostering clear communication and trust with a diverse clientele
Approach to Patient Care
Marisol combines her clinical expertise with an artistic eye to deliver personalized treatment plans that align with each patient’s goals. Her warm demeanor, attention to detail, and ability to achieve natural, balanced results have earned her the trust and loyalty of her clients. She is passionate about empowering patients through education and tailored care, ensuring they feel confident and cared for every step of the way
Michael Lee Illingworth
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Dr. Michael Illingworth brings over three decades of experience as a highly skilled OBGYN and Medical Director to the field of aesthetics. With a career spanning 30 years, he has delivered over 10,000 babies and performed a multitude of surgeries, including laser hair removal, Botox injections, and vaginal rejuvenation. He also has 10 years experience with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Illingworth's expertise extends to overseeing and screening patients for a wide range of treatments as the Medical Director of a large full-service medical spa.
While his aesthetic journey began in 1994 when formal training for procedures like Botox and laser hair removal was not mandatory, Dr. Illingworth's hands-on experience and dedication to patient care speak volumes. He has collaborated with NPs, PAs, and midwives in obstetrics and gynecology, bringing a collaborative approach to patient management.
As the Medical Director of the medical spa, Dr. Illingworth's responsibilities included supervising multiple NPs and PAs, ensuring adherence to best practices, and personally screening and clearing all patients before treatments. His extensive background in women's health and aesthetics makes him a valuable asset in providing safe and effective treatments that prioritize patient well-being.