Meet Your Skin Experts
Anita Hawthorne Rios, APRN MSN, LE
Meet Anita, a bilingual nurse practitioner and licensed aesthetician who's passionate about helping people feel confident in their skin. Originally from Peru, she launched RIOS Aesthetics & Wellness with a clear mission to empower others with effective skincare and treatments.
Anita's passion for skincare started with her struggle with acne. After years of experimentation and finally healing her skin, she felt compelled to help others achieve the same. This personal journey inspired her business and fuels her dedication each day. As an ambassador for Face Reality®, #1 acne brand in the U.S., she loves to align her practice with trusted, results-oriented solutions.
With nearly a decade in the medical field, Anita specializes in acne, hyperpigmentation, aging skin, and scars. Her expertise allows her to create customized treatment plans that support true skin health and build self-esteem. Her approach is empathetic, evidence-based, and always tailored to the individual.
Now three years into married life and growing a thriving business, Anita continues to pour her heart into RIOS Aesthetics & Wellness, creating a space where beauty meets confidence—and everyone feels welcome.
Meet Courtney, a licensed esthetician passionate about skin health and confidence. From the Dominican Republic, she brings vibrant energy to her practice and serves clients in both English and Spanish, ensuring a welcoming experience.
With two years of hands-on experience and a sharp eye for detail, Courtney is a certified acne expert and brow mapping specialist who’s all about precision and results. Her journey into aesthetics started with a desire to help others feel good in their skin, evident in every treatment she provides.
Whether she’s clearing stubborn breakouts or shaping the perfect brow, Courtney takes a personalized, client-focused approach that blends education, care, and artistry. Known for her gentle touch and meticulous technique, she believes skincare is more than a routine—it’s a form of self-love.
Outside the treatment room, Courtney is happily married and a proud dog mom, bringing the same warmth and dedication she shows at home into her space as an esthetician.