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The bloom Story
The founder of bloom, Alaina West, has been working with clients to help them achieve their optimal skin health and wellness goals using comprehensive treatment methods and organic, natural formulations for 10 years. Our results-driven services are personalized for the individuals needs and concerns. We believe in sharing our knowledge with you so that you can continue to look and feel your best, everyday. Beauty and wellness is not just our job - it's our passion!
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MEET THE TEAM
ALAINA WEST
Founder & Full Specialist
Alaina’s passion for skin care and all things pampering comes from her desire to care for people, for their health, and their happiness. She believes that skin care should be realistic, simple, and fun. She loves to get to know you and your skin to tailor the right treatment to help you reach your skin care and wellness goals. “I’m skin obsessed!! I personalize every service to meet your needs on any given day.”
ANN COX
Licensed Massage Therapist
Ann's attention to detail of the muscles allows her to target specific issues for her therapeutic work. She is also Bowen therapy certified. If you're looking to de-stress, she offers a soothing touch. "As a self-made yoga and pilates enthusiast my personal goal is to create a balance of a healthy body and a positive state of mind. Let me create the same for you".
MARISSA AKULLIAN
Certified Ombre Powder Brow Artist, Lash Extension & Facial Specialist
A South Florida native, and lover of beauty! Marissa has had a passion for the beauty industry for as long as she can remember. When she discovered eyelash extensions and permanent makeup for the first time time she knew it was her calling. She has trained with both leading companies in the eyelash extension industry and one of the best and top rated brow artists in South Florida. "Since then, I have pushed myself to achieve my goals and to provide the very best services for my clients! I channel my passion into making women feel their most beautiful and inspiring newfound confidence.”
GRETCHEN GARRETT
Boutique Assistant
Gretchen has an experienced background in the spa & esthetics world having managed a medical spa in Naples, Florida prior to becoming a permanent resident of the Upper Keys. She loves being an island girl but takes great pride as a boutique assistant at bloom. “Happiness and confidence are the prettiest things you can wear”.
Kaleigh Young
Boutique Assistant
Kaleigh just graduated from Florida State University and is currently applying to law schools. She has always had a passion for skincare and wellness. “Looking forward to making your spa and boutique experience a relaxing one.”
DR. KANTIS
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Cosmetic Injector
Dr. Jennifer Kantis is an advanced practice registered nurse, specializing in family practice and cosmetic dermatology. She holds two master’s degrees, one in nursing education and the other in family practice. In addition, she has a doctoral degree in adult education, specializing in Healthcare from Nova Southeastern University.
Dr. Kantis is a tenured professor at a local South Florida college, since 2002. She has been practicing primary care and cosmetic dermatology since 2006. Additionally, she is one of the lead instructors that teaches medical professionals how to inject cosmetic injectables at Esthetic Skin Institute. Her main practice is in Hollywood Florida, where she collaborates with plastic surgeons Dr. Russel Palmer M.D. and Dr. James Stern M.D.
KIM CLEMENT
Licensed Massage Therapist & Kobido Facial Specialist
Kim wears many hats in the world of bodywork; massage, cranial sacral therapy, and Kobido Japanese facial work. However, her passion is to help people find ways to heal from within physically and emotionally. Her love of massage and cranial work are what make her massage work a little different. She is also an apprentice in Kobido Japanese facial work, training with Dr. Shogo Mochizuki in Paris for the last 3 years. Kobido is a natural face lifting facial technique to offer a new anti-aging facial. "I am helping people on their path to wellness".
ALLAN GONZALEZ
Licensed Massage Therapist & Certified Ashiatsu Therapist
Allan has eight years of massage therapy under his belt. Although modest, he's well known for his work with deep tissue, Ashiatsu, and Sarga Silks. When he's not doing massage he is working as a certified physical trainer. Enjoy the tension relief from a deep pressured massage with Allan. Available weekdays and weekends, including Sundays. "Massaging in paradise"
AILEEN COLLOPY
Boutique Assistant
Aileen was a former salon owner and educator for numerous hair companies. After moving to the Keys, she finds her new home in the beauty service industry here at bloom. “I look forward to supporting the bloom family in offering clients the best experience.”
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