Meet The Skinsations Team

In Loving Memory ~

Thank you for coming into our lives, sharing your passion and creating memories we will cherish forever. The impact you have made will continue to live on when we speak of your name.

Tracy Nigosanti
Founder

Tracy is the owner of A Better You at Skinsations. She is a leader in aesthetics. She has been an esthetician for over 32 years. Tracy graduated from the Christine Valmy International School for Esthetic Skin Care and Make Up. It was here she fell in love with skincare and has been driven ever since. Tracy is trained in Virtue RF Microneedling, Hollywood Carbon Laser Facial, Medical Grade Diamond Head Microdermabrasion with Infusion and Medical Grade Chemical peels.

She has had extensive training in medical grade skincare products. Tracy oversees an entire esthetic team so you can achieve the ultimate outcome. She understands a spa must not only be beautiful, it must be results-driven - she loves helping others attain their best self.

Alicia Burr, APRN
Medical Director

Alicia is an APRN and started in aesthetics 17 years ago. She joined the Skinsations team in 2016 and became Medical Director in 2020. She is expert in Botox injections, fillers, cheek augmentation, jawline contouring, chin augmentation and temple hallowing.

Alicia also works at Yale New Haven Hospital in Electrophysiology. She plays golf, pickleball and is an avid walker.

Barbara Vollero
Massage Therapist

Barbara joined the Skinsations team in 2005. She has been a licensed massage therapist for over 26 years.

She graduated college with two degrees then continued on to massage school. It was here she learned the concept of “well-being” and has built on it ever since. She continued her education in craniosacral therapy, myofascial release and manual lymphatic drainage.

She is certified in medical massage and has been a Reiki Master Practitioner for over 10 years. In 2015, Barbara became Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. She combines her education and experience to create a massage that is restorative, relaxing and helpful in improving mobility and decreasing pain. She also has added body wraps to her menu of services.

Barbara has given corporate and local presentations on Stress Management, Principles of Energy and Reiki theory. In her free time she enjoys playing golf, is happily married and loves riding the motorcycle with her husband.

Laurie Anastasio
Permanent Cosmetic Makeup Artist

Laurie joined the Skinsations team in 2022. She is a Licensed Tattoo Technician and specializes in brow microblading and lip blushing.

Laurie always had an interest in permanent makeup and developed a passion for helping women look and feel more beautiful, enhancing their inner beauty. She returned to school and graduated from Phibrow Academy in 2019. Laurie utilizes the most current techniques for women of any age and any skin tone. Laurie also has a master’s degree in science and has worked a lifetime in the medical field. She loves being a team member and developing relationships with her clients. Laurie is the mother of two sons, is happily married and resides in Guilford, CT.

Follow Laurie @sopracciglio_ct

Kristin Lynch Esthetician & Wax Specialist

Kristin specializes in custom facials for mature skin. She is skilled in dermal infusion, microdermabrasion and chemical peels. She also provides waxing services, brow shaping, tinting, laminations and lash tinting.

Kristin left her career with International Education to pursue her skincare passion. Her commitment to provide client service excellence, makes her the perfect addition to our team.

Kristin has a Masters Degree in Education. She’s a happily married mother of three and resides in Guilford. She enjoys working out, antiquing and spending time with her family.

Follow Kristin @glisten.with.kristin

Maria Mallardo
Medical Esthetician

Maria has over 19 years experience in the esthetic industry. She is a multi faceted medical esthetician that specializes in medical grade facials dermaplaning, peels and skincare. Her passion is helping her clients achieve their skincare goals using the most innovative techniques. Her customized facials bring each client the optimal spa experience.

Maria enjoys working out, and spending time with her family.

Leigh Pelliccia, RN
Aesthetic Nurse Specialist

After 27 years of enriching experience in long-term care, short-term care, rehabilitation and hospice nursing, Leigh discovered a passion for aesthetic medicine that inspired a significant career shift.

Driven by a desire to merge clinical expertise with artistic skills, Leigh has pursued specialized training in aesthetic injection techniques and has been in this field for the past 11 years performing laser hair removal, IPL, body contouring as well as Botox injections.

Leigh has three grown children, and spends her free time cooking, baking and tending to her flower and vegetable gardens with her two dogs.

Maddie Denvir

Front Desk

Maddie is a 2025 UConn graduate with a degree in communications.

Maddie loves to travel in her free time and spend time with her friends and family.

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