Our Team

Meet Our Team of Esthetics Experts

Victoria Owner & School Director of Skin Institute

Victoria has owned and managed Skin Institute in St. Louis, MO since 2005....

Victoria, School Owner/Director

Victoria has owned and managed Skin Institute in St. Louis, MO since 2005. Her vision was to create the best esthetics school that would prepare her students for real life upon graduation. She has accomplished that and more in the past fifteen years, with some of our graduates working at the most prestigious salons, spas and doctor's offices in the area.

Her previous 30+ years experience in the esthetics and beauty industries have helped tremendously in owning a school designed to aid in the health and beautification of the skin. Before opening Skin Institute, Victoria was a professional makeup artist and earned a prestigious scholarship to train under Max Factor in LA. In St. Louis, she was the lead makeup artist for Elite Modeling Agency before becoming an agent herself. She has a keen eye and intuition for seeking out the next best estheticians as well as the latest and greatest trainings and techniques.

All of her experience lead up to owning the best esthetics school in St. Louis and choosing the perfect staff and students to do it. Skin Institute remains a leader in the industry thanks to Victoria's perseverance and strive for excellence.

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Sara, LE, LI Director of Education

Sara has been an esthetician for over fifteen years...

Sara, LE, LI

Sara has been an esthetician for over fifteen years. She comes to the school with a medical esthetics background with eight years of experience at two of the nation's top laser companies. Prior to esthetics, Sara served our country as a Naval Search and Rescue Swimmer. From there, she went on to be an H3 helicopter mechanic before turning her passion for esthetics. She shares her passion and enthusiasm for esthetics with every student at the Skin Institute.

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Breanna, LE, LI Licensed Instructor & Owner of SkinWizard LLC

Breanna first received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Missouri- St. Louis...

Breanna, LE, LI

Breanna first received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Missouri- St. Louis, where she found her love for people. Breanna chose to further her education by tapping into her passion for esthetics and encouraging everyone around her to feel special and beautiful. She owns her own business where she specializes in more advanced services like dermaplaning and deeper chemical peels. Breanna is also a 2x-certified lash technician. She also specializes in skincare products and ingredients, because she believes having a better understanding of ingredients allows her to tackle skin conditions with ease. Her compassion and devotion to helping her students succeed is what makes Breanna a great addition here at Skin Institute.

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Mia, LE Licensed Esthetician & Teacher's Assistant

Mia has had a true love for all things beauty...

Mia, LE

Mia has had a true love for all things beauty related from a very young age. It was an easy decision for Mia in choosing to go to esthetics school to pursue her passions. She graduated from Skin Institute in 2023 and started her business Divyne Aesthetics right away. She specializes in waxing and is very passionate in the Esthetics industry. Mia is devoted to always learning in a rapidly developing field, and she is excited to spread her knowledge and help students find their place in this industry.

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Sarah, LE, LI Licensed Instructor

Sarah graduated from the Skin Institute in 2007...

Sarah, LE, LI

Sarah graduated from the Skin Institute in 2007. She has worked as an esthetician ever since graduating with experience in both day spas and med spas. She has vast expertise with different lasers, devices, and several skincare lines. She inspires the students with her passion for the industry and her well rounded knowledge. Her goal is to help prepare every student for a fulfilling career in the field of esthetics.

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Grace, LE Licensed Esthetician & Teacher's Assistant

Grace graduated from Skin Institute in 2019...

Grace, LE

Grace knew she wanted to be in the beauty industry since she was young. She went to Skin Institute immediately after graduating high school, getting her license in 2019! Although she loved learning all things skin, she felt most passionate about makeup artistry. She then continued her education at two different schools located in London, UK. She attended a makeup certification course first and then shortly after got accepted into a university where she specialized in fashion make up. Since then Grace has become a two-time certified lash extension artist and still freelances make up in the present day.

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Lisa Front Office Coordinator

Lisa is our welcoming face at the front desk...

Lisa

Lisa is our welcoming face at the front desk. Her warm energy and kind nature are appreciated by all who come in contact with her! She has several years experience working in the career school industry and enjoys watching students learn and grow in their chosen field. Lisa provides exceptional customer service and administrative support.

Kim Director of Finance & Financial Aid Administrator

Kim joined our team in January 2025, where she helps students navigate tuition...

Kim

Kim joined our team in January 2025, where she helps students navigate tuition, financial aid, and budgeting with ease and understanding. With over 25 years of experience running her own accounting and tax business, she brings a wealth of real-world knowledge and a personal touch to everything she does. She is passionate about supporting students on their journey into the esthetics industry, and she's always ready to offer guidance, encouragement, and a smile.