About Marissa
More than skin deep.
Real experience. Real education. Real care.
Marissa is a licensed aesthetician in Bentonville, dedicated to helping patients achieve healthy, confident skin through education, advanced treatments, and a personalized approach.
Book with Marissa“Good skin isn't about perfection. It's about having a plan.”
- 600-hour Advanced Esthetics programAcademy of Professional Cosmetology
- Licensed EstheticianArkansas Department of Health, Cosmetology Section
- Advanced training & certifications
My story
Why skin became personal.
I've struggled with my skin for as long as I can remember. Adult acne changed more than my appearance — it affected my confidence. And even after the breakouts calmed, I was left with scarring, pigmentation, and texture that made me feel like my skin still didn't tell the story I wanted.
That experience is what led me to esthetics. I wanted to understand skin — not just how to treat it, but why it behaves the way it does. I became obsessed with learning, and that obsession turned into a career. Now, I get to help others who feel the same way I once did: frustrated, overwhelmed, and ready for real solutions.
“If you struggle with your skin, you're not alone. I get it — because I've been there.”
My approach
Listen first. Then treat.
Your skin is unique, and so is your journey. I take the time to understand your concerns, educate you on your options, and create a plan that makes sense for you — not just what's trending.
Educate
You should understand what's being done and why.
Personalize
Treatment plans are based on your skin, your goals and your lifestyle.
Be honest
Sometimes the best recommendation is a different treatment, or simply waiting. I will always be honest with you.
Keep learning
Aesthetics is always evolving. Continued education isn't an extra — it's part of providing responsible care.
Always learning
Education doesn't end with a license.
I take my education seriously because my patients deserve more than someone who simply knows how to perform a service. Understanding the skin, treatment modalities, ingredients, contraindications, and evolving techniques is an ongoing responsibility.
I continually study skin science, advanced treatment protocols, professional skincare, and emerging technologies — because knowing when not to perform a treatment can be just as important as knowing how to perform one.
Education + credentials
- 600-hour Advanced Esthetics programAcademy of Professional Cosmetology
- Licensed EstheticianArkansas Department of Health, Cosmetology Section
- Advanced training & certificationsDermaplaning · Microneedling · Fibroblast plasma pen · Chemical peels (Dermaceutic, KIN Aesthetics, Milady, Circadia) · Acne Skin Specialist (Circadia University) · Professional Vitamin A & Retinoids Specialist (Texas Laser Institute) · Facial lymphatic techniques · Facial cupping · Advanced Skin Analysis (ASCP)
- Continuing educationOngoing advanced training in treatments, technologies, ingredients and skin health.
What patients say about her
In her patients’ words
“… She was very professional and talked me through the whole process from beginning to end. She is very knowledgeable and super sweet. I highly recommend using her and I'm planning to go back to check out the other services she provides.”
“… She's so knowledgeable, and what stood out to me is how attentive she was to my skin and how it was responding throughout the treatment. I felt completely comfortable with her the whole time. …”
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Real people.Real results.A brighter you.
Ready when you are
Let's create a plan for what's next.