Aestheticians in Albuquerque

Renee Barela, Aesthetician and Medical Assistant

Renee joined Western Dermatology Consultants in 2003. She specializes in cellulite treatment with Velashape^® and skin tightening with Thermage^®. She also is adept in applying a wide range of chemical peels to help even skin pigmentation, treat acne, and help with fine lines and wrinkles. Renee performs Clear + Brilliant^® treatments to even pigment and help improve fine lines and wrinkles. She performs laser hair removal and gives relaxing facials as well. She loves caring for her clients and gives them her full attention. She enjoys spending her free time with her family and helping friends and family in her Santa Fe community.

Kathy Austin, Licensed Aesthetician

Kathy's abiding passion for skincare makes her a wonderful addition to the Western Dermatology Consultants aesthetic team. As the newest member of our crew, she brings a dedication to our clients and loves providing them with knowledge for a lifelong, effective approach to skincare. Kathy graduated from, and later taught at, the Aveda Institute. There, she trained and gained experience in all aspects of skincare. Kathy loves helping clients bring out their true beauty. In her time away from work, Kathy enjoys dancing, reading, bicycling, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Kimberly Gurule, Licensed Aesthetician

Kim has been with The Spa @ WDC's aesthetic team since 2011. Kim chose this field because throughout her adolescent years she suffered with problematic skin, and she is passionate in helping her clients find a solution that's right for their skin. Kim's goal is always to listen to her clients' concerns and design a skincare regimen that best suits their needs. Kim believes that staying informed with the latest technologies, products, and treatments are essential. When Kim is not busy at work, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Brianna Drapeau, Licensed Esthetician

Brianna is our newest staff addition to The Spa @ WDC. A graduate of the University of New Mexico and The Aveda Institute, she has been in customer service for several years. She became interested in the world of aesthetics due to her love of making people feel beautiful—and, in so doing, feel good about themselves. She enjoys getting to know her clients and is serious about listening to their goals for desired results. She especially enjoys chemical peels, as she finds her clients are happy with the fast results. In her free time, she enjoys going to the lake and spending time with her family. Brianna looks forward to learning new things, meeting new clients, and counting them as new friends.