Aesthetic Treatments in the Pittsburgh Area

Lindsay

Lindsay Harding, BSN, RN, Owner

Age: 38

Prior to owning Viva Skin Lounge, Lindsay was the Director of Nursing at a skilled nursing facility!

Lindsay’s favorite treatment to receive is Microneedling combined with a
Diamond Glow Facial and her treatment to perform is threads!

Lindsay’s favorite quote – “plan for order and you’ll be destroyed by chaos. Prepare for chaos and you’ll thrive in any condition”

Lindsay’s favorite “trend” at the moment is the color sage green & Alo Yoga

When Lindsay isn’t working, she enjoys working out, hanging out with her dogs, getting massages, and traveling!

We asked Lindsay “What do you love most about working at Viva?”

She responded, “I am so lucky to have an amazing team working for me. They challenge me, motivate me and make every day new and exciting! My clients truly mean so much to me. Educating them and helping them to achieve all their aesthetic goals is so rewarding.”

We also asked Lindsay what her occupation would be if she was not a nurse – she says she would be an interior designer!

A fact no one might know about Linds – “Flipping & designing homes is a true passion of mine.”

What is one piece of advice you would give to the younger version of Lindsay? Lindsay said “I would probably have a lot of advice to give, but these are the most important 👇🏼

Financial independence gives you freedom. Start Investing now. Even small steps will make a big difference later

Take care of your body and mind. Sleep, exercise, and mental health are not negotiable.

Don’t waste time worrying about things you can’t control and people who do not really matter.”

We love you, Linds!

Samantha

Samantha Arthrell, RN 

Age: 26

Prior to working for Viva, Sam worked as a Patient Care Tech while in nursing school for 3 years, while also bartending! Following nursing school graduation, she immediately started working at Viva, in addition to working as a bedside nurse for 2 years. In July 2024, Sam decided to solely focus on aesthetic nursing. Sam also manages our social media & marketing, as well as a little bit of everything else in the BTS operation of Viva!

Sam’s favorite treatment to receive is Botox! Sam says, “Truly nothing compares to the feeling of your tox settling in and that tox glow!”

We asked Sam what her favorite treatment to perform is – “Botox, as well! I love all of the areas where you can place botox for a subtle transformation. I also love putting together treatment plans for patients!”

Sam’s favorite quote – “If it was easy, everybody would be doing it” My dad would constantly say that to me growing up and it really has stuck with me through my adult life.

Her favorite “trend” at the moment is a minimalist lifestyle – she says she’s running out of closet space! 

When Sam isn’t working, she enjoys traveling! She is in the middle of planning her destination wedding in Mexico in 2026!

We asked Sam “What do you love most about working at Viva?” She responded, “The lifelong friendships that I have made! Some of my favorite memories include my coworkers turned best friends.

Also, all of the amazing people I’ve got the chance to inject over the years, I love catching up with my patients every few months when they’re in my chair! I’m forever grateful for Viva and the amazing people that I have met along the way!”

What would your occupation be if you were not a nurse? Sam says, “a party planner!”

What is one piece of advice you would give the younger version of Samantha?

“It will all work out in the end. I was juggling 2 jobs while also being in nursing school at one point and I thought I would never see the light at the end of the tunnel. I kept pushing myself and the light ended up being a lot brighter than I could have ever imagined”

Amaya

Amaya Blefere, LE

Age: 25

Prior to working at Viva, Amaya worked at another medspa for a year and before that, she worked at her grandmas hair salon at the front desk!

Amaya is also our Assistant Social Media & Marketing Manager!

Amaya’s favorite treatment to receive is

PRF and SkinPen Microneedling and her

favorite treatment to perform SkinPen Microneedling!

Amaya’s favorite quote – “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” —Winston Churchill

One of her favorite “trends” at the moment is Red LED light therapy

When Amaya isn’t working, she enjoys working out and reading motivational books!

We asked Amaya, “What do you love most about working at Viva?” Amaya says, “the team, it is so fun to get to work with people who feel like best friends/mentors who motivate me to be a better version of myself everyday!”

“What would your occupation be if you were not a an esthetician?” “A pilates instructor”

A fact no one might know about Amaya is that she is marrying her highschool sweetheart in October of this year! They have been together for almost 10 years!

We asked Amaya, “what is one piece of advice you would give to the younger version of you?” “Don’t give up, everything always works out in the end”

Jessica 

Jessica Mathe, BSN, RN

Before becoming a nurse, Jess spent over a decade in the welding industry in sales and marketing! After nursing school, she worked bedside in critical care for two years before focusing solely on aesthetics.

Favorite Treatment to Receive: Dermaplane & Hydrafacial—she loves fresh, glowy skin!

Favorite Treatment to Perform: Consultations! Jess loves hearing client concerns and creating personalized treatment plans, often featuring collagen stimulators like Sculptra or Radiesse paired with full-face tox.

Favorite Quote: “It’s never too late to be what you could have been.” – George Eliot

Favorite Trend: AI technology! Jess uses AI to stay organized, productive, and get more done every day.

Outside of work, Jess is passionate about cooking, travel, and spending quality time with her husband. Her latest adventure in Riviera Maya included hiking, ziplining, and exploring a jungle sanctuary. A self-proclaimed nerd, she also loves learning and anatomy!

We asked Jess, “What do you love most about Viva?”

“I love being part of a supportive team and seeing clients return feeling confident and better about themselves. Everyone deserves that!”

If Jess wasn’t a nurse, she’d likely pursue becoming a doctor, with a passion for functional medicine and women’s health. Her future goals as a Nurse Practitioner include supporting Viva’s wellness side and integrating mental health to help others prioritize emotional well-being.

Fun Fact: “I always think I can nail a TikTok dance… until I see it and realize I have no rhythm at all!”

Advice to Younger Jess:

“Finish college faster! I spent years figuring it out, earned two degrees, and now I’m working on a third. It took me until 34 to know what I wanted to be when I grew up!”

Rebecca

Rebecca Baroody BSN, RN

Age: 40

Prior to working for Viva, Becky worked at AGH in the Surgical ICU and before that, she worked in northern Virginia as a nurse for 4 years in the CCU. She also worked at AGH in the outpatient Cardiac Lab Unit. Becky has been a nurse for 18 years!

Becky’s favorite treatment(s) to receive is microneedling Skinpen, Tox and Lasers!

Her favorite treatment to perform is Sculptra and PRF!

Becky’s favorite quote – “put a smile on your face, it makes life easier”

Her favorite “trend” at the moment is collagen stimulating treatments, such as, Sculptra, PRF, lasers, and microneedling with SkinPen!

When Becky is not working, she enjoys cleaning and redecorating her house!

We asked Becky, “what do you love most about working at Viva?”

She says, “I love the more laid back vibe, coming from ICU that is very different.”

If Becky was not a nurse, she would be an interior designer!

A fact no one might know about Becky is that she has 3 wonderful but WILD children!

“What is one piece of advice you would give to the younger version of Becky?” “Don’t sweat the small stuff and don’t worry too much. It all tends to work out in the end”

Stephanie

Stephanie Jurcevich, RN 

Age: 40

Prior to working for Viva, Stef was a bedside nurse at UPMC McKeesport and also worked for & AHN HomeCare!

Stef’s favorite treatment to receive is Sculptra and her favorite treatment to perform is Sculptra or Radiesse!

One of Stef’s favorite quotes – “I knew who I was this morning, but I’ve changed a few times since then.”- Lewis Carrol

 One of her favorite “trends” at the moment is matching sweat sets or old money fashion!

When Stephanie isn’t working, she enjoys kayaking, exercising, traveling, and finding the best pizza and cheesesteaks!

We asked Stef, “what do you love most about working at Viva?”
Stef says, ‘my co-workers and having a boss that actually listens to our input!”

Stef says if she was not a nurse, she would be a biomedical engineer or in medical device sales.

A fact no one might know about Stef – she was a teacher before she was a nurse!

“What is one piece of advice you would give to the younger version of you?”  “Say no more often. Say no to things that don’t make you happy, so no to things that don’t improve your life, say no to things that inconvenience you.”

Haley

Haley Tougher CRNA, MHS

Age: 31

Haley became an RN in 2014, where she worked in the trauma surgical ICU. She became CRNA in 2019, then starting injecting solo in November 2021 and then joined Viva!

Haley’s treatment to receive is cheek filler! Haley says, “I love a good contoured cheek bone and pop!”

Haley’s favorite treatment to perform – “we all know this answer LOL. Botox because I think it changes the skin the most and love when a tox virgin sees their face when their tox settles in for the first time after and how refreshed they look!”

Haley’s favorite quote – “what’s meant to be will be” – Haley’s mom reminds her of this any time she is feeling down!

Haley’s favorite “trend” at the moment is “clean girl aesthetic”, wake up put on some tinted sunscreen and go!

 When Haley isn’t working, she enjoys lifting heavy weights, spinning class, traveling, and walking her little best friend Winnie 

We asked Haley, “what do you enjoy most about working at Viva?” – Haley says, “I love the flexibility that viva offers me. I can still work my full time job and do aesthetics on the side which was always my dream!”

🏠 If Haley was not a nurse, she would be a home designer!

A fact no one might know about Haley is that she is an only child!

“What advice would you give the younger version of Haley?” “Don’t be so hard on yourself. What is bothering you today will probably be irrelevant in a year.”

Grace

Grace Barton, LE

Age: 21 years old

Prior to working for Viva, Grace has several years of experience serving (and still helps out at a family friends restaurant!) She also has experience working at a salon where she performed facials and waxing after graduating beauty school!

Grace’s favorite treatment to receive is a Diamond Glow with a Dermaplane

Grace’s favorite treatment to perform is SkinPen microneedling or facials!

Grace’s favorite quote – “It is never too late to be what you might have been”

Her favorite “trend” at the moment is a minimalistic lifestyle

 When Grace isn’t working, she enjoys shopping, traveling to the beach, spending time with her boyfriend, friends, and family 

We asked Grace, “what do you love most about working at Viva?” Grace says, “The bond between all of us, I work with some of my best friends now!”

What would your occupation be if you were not an esthetician? Doing something with animals

A fact no one might know about Grace is that before becoming an esthetician, she was planning on studying mortuary science.

“What is one piece of advice you would give to the younger version of Grace?” “Don’t compare yourself to others and never feel ashamed to ask for help”

 Jenn

Age: 31

Jenn has been a licensed cosmetologist since 2015 and has worked in various cosmetic positions, mainly specializing in wax services! She became a nurse in 2023 and in addition to working at Viva, Jenn works as a bedside nurse on a telemetry unit!

Jenn’s favorite treatment to receive is tox and her favorite treatment to perform is lip filler!

Jenn’s Favorite quote: “Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there’s so much to smile about”

-Marilyn Monroe

Her favorite “trend” at the moment is new balances!

When Jenn isn’t working, she enjoys traveling & collecting handbags!

We asked Jenn, “what do you love most about working at Viva?” She says, “the ability to use an aesthetic eye to create beautiful outcomes.”

If Jenn was not a nurse, she would be a lawyer!

 A fact no one might know about Jenn is that she loves to plan events!

“What is one piece of advice you would give to the younger version Jenn?” “You can do anything you set your mind to, just stay focused!”

Michele

Michele White , CRNP

Age: 41

Prior to working for Viva, Michele ICU nursing for 14 years before becoming an NP

Michele’s favorite treatment to receive is tox and Sculptra

Her favorite treatment to perform is weight loss consults and follow ups 🙂

Michele’s favorite quote – “ if it was easy everyone would do it”

Her favorite “trend” at the moment is scrunchie socks over leggings

When Michele isn’t working, she enjoys DIY projects.

We asked Michele, “What do you love most about working at Viva?”

She says, “The people I work with.”

If Michele was not a CRNP, she would want to be a functional medicine physician

A fact no one might know about Michele is that she used to be a hairdresser!

“What is one piece of advice you would give to the younger version of Michele?” “Dont worry about what other people think of you. Be your own person and follow your own path!”