Meet The Team
Our team of talented and experienced professionals combine advances in medical technology, our expertise, and passion for Medical Aesthetics to exceed all expectations. Our purpose is to enhance your natural beauty giving you the confidence that you deserve. We strive to provide a variety of services and a friendly one-stop-shop experience that will leave you feeling as good on the outside as you do on the inside.
Arlette Cross, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Practice Owner & Medical Director
Practice Owner
Arlette Cross, MSN, APRN, FNP-C is not only the Practice Owner, but also the visionary behind Pasadena’s first Medical Spa – The Facebar Aesthetic Medicine. With a wealth of experience and expertise, Arlette is an advanced injector and highly skilled in a wide range of aesthetic medicine treatments. Her areas of concentration include injectables, medical weight loss, hormone replacement therapy, microneedling, facial peels, PRP, and laser technology.
Arlette’s passion for healthcare runs deep, as she comes from a family legacy of nurses. Inspired by the strong women around her, she pursued her dreams and followed in her family’s footsteps, earning her RN degree at the remarkable age of twenty. Continuing her educational journey, Arlette obtained her bachelor’s degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University, and later went on to achieve her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner.
Having spent 20 years as an emergency room nurse, Arlette eventually found her true calling in the field of medical aesthetics. She has acquired multiple laser and injectable certifications, and remains committed to staying at the forefront of the industry. Regularly attending trainings and conferences, Arlette ensures that she is up-to-date on the latest technology and innovative techniques, in order to provide her patients with the best possible results. Arlette’s dedication and expertise have earned her the prestigious title of National Gain trainer for Galderma Aesthetics, a distinction held by only 300 professionals in the nation.
Arlette Cross, MSN, APRN, FNP-C is dedicated to enhancing the natural beauty of her patients and helping them achieve their aesthetic goals. With her extensive knowledge, genuine care, and commitment to excellence, Arlette is a trusted professional in the field of medical aesthetics. Her passion for providing exceptional care shines through in every treatment she performs, making her a sought-after practitioner in the industry.
Arlette Cross, MSN, APRN, FNP-C is not only the Practice Owner, but also the visionary behind Pasadena’s first Medical Spa – The Facebar Aesthetic Medicine. With a wealth of experience and expertise, Arlette is an advanced injector and highly skilled in a wide range of aesthetic medicine treatments. Her areas of concentration include injectables, medical weight loss, hormone replacement therapy, microneedling, facial peels, PRP, and laser technology.
Arlette’s passion for healthcare runs deep, as she comes from a family legacy of nurses. Inspired by the strong women around her, she pursued her dreams and followed in her family’s footsteps, earning her RN degree at the remarkable age of twenty. Continuing her educational journey, Arlette obtained her bachelor’s degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University, and later went on to achieve her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner.
Having spent several years as an emergency room nurse, Arlette eventually found her true calling in the field of medical aesthetics. She has acquired multiple laser and injectable certifications, and remains committed to staying at the forefront of the industry. Regularly attending trainings and conferences, Arlette ensures that she is up-to-date on the latest technology and innovative techniques, in order to provide her patients with the best possible results. Arlette’s dedication and expertise have earned her the prestigious title of National Gain trainer for Galderma Aesthetics, a distinction held by only 300 professionals in the nation.
Arlette Cross, MSN, APRN, FNP-C is dedicated to enhancing the natural beauty of her patients and helping them achieve their aesthetic goals. With her extensive knowledge, genuine care, and commitment to excellence, Arlette is a trusted professional in the field of medical aesthetics. Her passion for providing exceptional care shines through in every treatment she performs, making her a sought-after practitioner in the industry.
Pamela Faraci
Practice Owner
Pamela Faraci, Co-owner, along with her partner, Arlette Cross, of The Facebar Aesthetic Medicine, has been a prominent figure in the beauty industry since 2007. Pamela has achieved a decade of entrepreneurial success with her current Hair Salon business, Blown 25 Hair Studio. Recognizing the growing demand for aesthetic and wellness services in Pasadena, Pamela, and Arlette successfully launched The Facebar AMesthetic Medicine practice in August 2020.
Pamela’s dedication to empowering women and helping them achieve their full potential has been a lifelong passion. Her unwavering belief in the transformative power of aesthetic treatments has driven her to develop a team who provides exceptional service and creates an environment where every guest can feel confident and beautiful.
Pamela brings extensive experience as a successful business owner which enables her to effectively manage the daily operations of the business and guide the Facebar team to provide the best care to its guests. She plays a vital role in directing sales, staffing and operations and leads growth initiatives and new concepts for promotions, new service offerings and sales initiatives. Pamela recently led the successful expansion of the practice, showcasing her visionary mindset and ability to drive growth and success.
Pamela Faraci
Practice Owner
Megan Leisner
Assistant Manager
Megan Leisner
Assistant Manager
Emily Schultz, MSN, CRNP
Nurse Practitioner
As a board-certified Adult and Geriatric Nurse Practitioner with ANCC certification, I bring over two decades of experience to The FaceBar. My nursing career began in the early 2000s in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where I cared for critically ill patients facing severe health challenges. Transitioning into the role of a Nurse Practitioner, I specialized in geriatrics, hospice, and palliative care. This role deepened my understanding of the impact of chronic diseases and the importance of preventative measures. Throughout my career, I’ve witnessed the effects of preventable chronic conditions and the need for early intervention. My subsequent work in weight management allowed me to see firsthand how new medications can address weight issues and significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Unfortunately, many patients were unable to access these beneficial treatments due to insurance constraints.
Joining The FaceBar has enabled me to provide comprehensive wellness solutions, including advanced lifestyle medications, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT), and other preventative care modalities. My commitment to lifestyle medicine and disease prevention drives my passion for helping patients achieve optimal health and wellness.
I am dedicated to supporting you on your journey towards a healthier and more fulfilling life. I look forward to meeting you and assisting with your wellness goals.
Erica Laughman, RN
Registered Nurse
Erica joined the FaceBar in August of 2022 to pursue her passion as an aesthetic nurse. She graduated from nursing school in 2018 and started her career as a labor and delivery nurse in the Baltimore area. In 2021, Erica received her medical aesthetics certification and began training as a nurse injector alongside various experienced providers. She fell in love with the field of aesthetic medicine and decided to pursue it full-time while working on her master’s degree in informatics and maintaining her acute care skills and certifications in L&D.
Erica is passionate about combining her love for medicine as well as her artistic eye to help her patients look and feel their best. Her goal as an aesthetic nurse is to enhance natural beauty and build confidence one patient at a time.
Originally from the DC area, Erica currently lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two mini goldendoodles while anticipating the arrival of their first child due this spring. Erica enjoys traveling, cooking, gardening, peloton workouts and spending time with friends and family.
Erica Laughman, RN
Registered Nurse
Erica joined the FaceBar in August of 2022 to pursue her passion as an aesthetic nurse. She graduated from nursing school in 2018 and started her career as a labor and delivery nurse in the Baltimore area. In 2021, Erica received her medical aesthetics certification and began training as a nurse injector alongside various experienced providers. She fell in love with the field of aesthetic medicine and decided to pursue it full-time while working on her master’s degree in informatics and maintaining her acute care skills and certifications in L&D.
Erica is passionate about combining her love for medicine as well as her artistic eye to help her patients look and feel their best. Her goal as an aesthetic nurse is to enhance natural beauty and build confidence one patient at a time.
Originally from the DC area, Erica currently lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two mini goldendoodles while anticipating the arrival of their first child due this spring. Erica enjoys traveling, cooking, gardening, peloton workouts and spending time with friends and family.
Taylor Kosar, BSN, RN
Registered Nurse
Taylor Kosar, BSN, RN
Registered Nurse
Lyndsey Dewling, BSN, RN
Registered Nurse
Lyndsey started her nursing journey by receiving her Bachelor’s degree in nursing through Frostburg State University. Once she graduated, she started in the adult intensive care unit, where she worked throughout the pandemic. She really enjoyed critical care and wanted to branch out, so she decided to work in the neonatal intensive care unit. However, Lyndsey had always been interested in the aesthetic side of nursing and jumped at the opportunity to work at The Facebar. Lyndsey obtained her Botox and filler certifications through Aesthetic Medical Educators Training.
Lyndsey believes that self-care is healthcare and strives to make sure each of her patients feels beautiful. Lyndsey takes the time to listen to patients’ concerns to ensure they leave happy. She is continuously learning and growing in the field of aesthetics, keeping up with new trends and best practices.
Random facts: Lyndsey is a left-handed injector, loves to travel spontaneously, has been skydiving, and loves spending time with family and friends.
Lyndsey Dewling, BSN, RN
Registered Nurse
Lyndsey started her nursing journey by receiving her Bachelor’s degree in nursing through Frostburg State University. Once she graduated, she started in the adult intensive care unit, where she worked throughout the pandemic. She really enjoyed critical care and wanted to branch out, so she decided to work in the neonatal intensive care unit. However, Lyndsey had always been interested in the aesthetic side of nursing and jumped at the opportunity to work at The Facebar. Lyndsey obtained her Botox and filler certifications through Aesthetic Medical Educators Training.
Lyndsey believes that self-care is healthcare and strives to make sure each of her patients feels beautiful. Lyndsey takes the time to listen to patients’ concerns to ensure they leave happy. She is continuously learning and growing in the field of aesthetics, keeping up with new trends and best practices.
Random facts: Lyndsey is a left-handed injector, loves to travel spontaneously, has been skydiving, and loves spending time with family and friends.
Stephanie Beall
Stephanie Butts
Lead Medical Assistant
Stephanie received her medical assisting associates degree from Anne Arundel Community College. She found her love for aesthetics with plastic surgery. Her favorite advice is daily medical grade skin care. You can find her assisting providers with procedures and seeing patients for our medical weight loss program.
Stephanie Beall
Stephanie Butts
Lead Medical Assistant
Stephanie received her medical assisting associates degree from Anne Arundel Community College. She found her love for aesthetics with plastic surgery. Her favorite advice is daily medical grade skin care. You can find her assisting providers with procedures and seeing patients for our medical weight loss program.
Jordyn Marsch
Medical Assistant
Jordyn graduated from cosmetology school in 2019. After 8 years of working in the salon, she realized her love for beauty was beyond just doing hair. Inspired by her mother’s passion and success in aesthetics, she found her own love for it. She has received hands-on training as a Medical Assistant. Jordyn is currently working on her prerequisites for the Registered Nursing Program at Anne Arundel Community College.
Jordyn Marsch
Medical Assistant
Jordyn graduated from cosmetology school in 2019. After 8 years of working in the salon, she realized her love for beauty was beyond just doing hair. Inspired by her mother’s passion and success in aesthetics, she found her own love for it. She has received hands-on training as a Medical Assistant. Jordyn is currently working on her prerequisites for the Registered Nursing Program at Anne Arundel Community College.
Alyssa Cox
Medical Assistant
Alyssa received her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) degree at a private Home Health Agency and education center. She earned experience through home healthcare, rehabilitation, and geriatrics. It was not until she began working at the FaceBar that she realized aesthetic medicine was the career for her. She is currently working on her prerequisites for the Registered Nursing Program and is excited about what is to come in the future.
Alyssa strives for positivity and excellence in the workplace. She is passionate about all things health and beauty. She enjoys traveling, cooking, and music.
Alyssa Cox
Medical Assistant
Alyssa received her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) degree at a private Home Health Agency and education center. She earned experience through home healthcare, rehabilitation, and geriatrics. It was not until she began working at the FaceBar that she realized aesthetic medicine was the career for her. She is currently working on her prerequisites for the Registered Nursing Program and is excited about what is to come in the future.
Alyssa strives for positivity and excellence in the workplace. She is passionate about all things health and beauty. She enjoys traveling, cooking, and music.
Lindsay Murphy
Esthetician
Lindsay Murphy
Esthetician
Lauren Meesiri, LPN
Skin Specialist
Lauren Meesiri, LPN, is deeply passionate about empowering women and helping them feel their absolute best. To further her commitment to this mission, she expanded her education to become a nurse. As a certified injector, Lauren is able to provide exceptional care and enhance the aesthetic experiences of her patients. She holds a certification with ZO Skin Health, which enables her to optimize results for her clients, and is well-trained in facials and chemical peels. Dedicated to her professional growth, Lauren has successfully graduated from LPN school and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. She takes great pleasure in building strong relationships with her patients and creating personalized skincare regimens that cater to their unique needs. Outside of her work in aesthetics, Lauren cherishes spending quality time with her son and exploring new and exciting destinations!
Lauren Meesiri graduated from Center of Applied Technology-Cosmetology in 2014 and has 7 years’ experience in the cosmetology industry with concentration in the aesthetics field. Within those years she has mastered her certification with ZO Skin Health to optimize the results of her patients. She is trained in facials, chemical peels, dermaplaning, and eyebrow tinting. Lauren is always looking to continue her education; she is currently working to obtain her degree in nursing. Lauren enjoys getting to know her patients and putting together a skincare regime specific to the patient’s needs. When Lauren is not making the world a more beautiful place; She enjoys spending time with her son and traveling to new and exciting places!
Lauren Meesiri, LPN
Skin Specialist
Lauren Meesiri, LPN, is deeply passionate about empowering women and helping them feel their absolute best. To further her commitment to this mission, she expanded her education to become a nurse. As a certified injector, Lauren is able to provide exceptional care and enhance the aesthetic experiences of her patients. She holds a certification with ZO Skin Health, which enables her to optimize results for her clients, and is well-trained in facials and chemical peels. Dedicated to her professional growth, Lauren has successfully graduated from LPN school and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. She takes great pleasure in building strong relationships with her patients and creating personalized skincare regimens that cater to their unique needs. Outside of her work in aesthetics, Lauren cherishes spending quality time with her son and exploring new and exciting destinations!
Allison Schreiner
Guest Relations
Allison joined the FaceBar team as a Patient Coordinator in August 2022. She has an associates degree in Business Administration from AACC. She is dedicated to making our patients feel comfortable, ensuring that they have a positive experience during their visit. Allison works closely with the injectors to make sure that every appointment is a smooth process. She loves skincare and learning about the treatments and services that the FaceBar has to offer!
Allison Schreiner
Guest Relations
Allison joined the FaceBar team as a Patient Coordinator in August 2022. She has an associates degree in Business Administration from AACC. She is dedicated to making our patients feel comfortable, ensuring that they have a positive experience during their visit. Allison works closely with the injectors to make sure that every appointment is a smooth process. She loves skincare and learning about the treatments and services that the FaceBar has to offer!
Anne Marie Klimcyzk
Guest Relations
Anne Marie Klimcyzk
Guest Relations
Kirstie Weick
Guest Relations
Kirstie moved from New Jersey to Baltimore and joined The Facebar team in April 2024. She has a bachelor’s degree in communication studies and worked in the veterinary field for 10 years in guest relations and marketing. Kirstie has always had an interest in beauty and skincare, which makes her happy to venture into this new chapter! Passionate about delivering an exceptional customer experience, Kirstie joins our team excited and eager to meet all of you. When she’s not working, she enjoys traveling and exploring restaurants.Â
Kirstie Weick
Guest Relations
Kirstie moved from New Jersey to Baltimore and joined The Facebar team in April 2024. She has a bachelor’s degree in communication studies and worked in the veterinary field for 10 years in guest relations and marketing. Kirstie has always had an interest in beauty and skincare, which makes her happy to venture into this new chapter! Passionate about delivering an exceptional customer experience, Kirstie joins our team excited and eager to meet all of you. When she’s not working, she enjoys traveling and exploring restaurants.
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Katie Shannon
Guest Relations
Katie Shannon
Guest Relations
Carlye Pass
Marketing Coordinator
Carlye joined the team as a Marketing Coordinator in August of 2022. She comes to us with a background in the beauty and spa industry holding 10 years of experience in sales, customer service, and management. Her dedication to customer service and attention to detail, as well as her passion for aesthetics makes her perfectly suited for her role in patient care. Her primary goal is to give patients the best experience through their aesthetics journey from consultation to treatment, so they can look and feel their most confident selves.
Carlye Pass
Marketing Coordinator
Carlye joined the team as a Marketing Coordinator in August of 2022. She comes to us with a background in the beauty and spa industry holding 10 years of experience in sales, customer service, and management. Her dedication to customer service and attention to detail, as well as her passion for aesthetics makes her perfectly suited for her role in patient care. Her primary goal is to give patients the best experience through their aesthetics journey from consultation to treatment, so they can look and feel their most confident selves.
Arlette Cross, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Practice Owner
Arlette Cross, MSN, APRN, FNP-C Owner of Pasadena’s first Medical Spa- The Facebar Aesthetic Medicine. Arlette is an advanced injector, skilled in a wide range of Aesthetic medicine with a concentration on injectables and laser technology.
Arlette comes from a family legacy of nurses; empowered by the women around her, she pursued her dreams and carried on her family legacy receiving her RN degree by the age of twenty. Arlette later received her bachelor’s from Notre Dame of Maryland University and then continued to earn her Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner.
After spending years as an emergency room nurse, she transitioned her career to her true passion – Medical Aesthetics. Arlette’s areas of expertise include Neuromodulators (Botox/Dysport), Dermal Fillers, Microneedling with PRP, lasers, medical-grade skin care, and Chemical Peels. Arlette has obtained multiple laser and injectable certifications. Arlette regularly attends trainings and conferences to stay up to date on the most current technology and innovative techniques to ensure her patients get the best results possible.
Erica Laughman
Registered Nurse
Erica joined the FaceBar in August of 2022 to pursue her passion as an aesthetic nurse. She graduated from nursing school in 2018 and started her career as a labor and delivery nurse in the Baltimore area. In 2021, Erica received her medical aesthetics certification and began training as a nurse injector alongside various experienced providers. She fell in love with the field of aesthetic medicine and decided to pursue it full-time while working on her master’s degree in informatics and maintaining her acute care skills and certifications in L&D.
Erica is passionate about combining her love for medicine as well as her artistic eye to help her patients look and feel their best. Her goal as an aesthetic nurse is to enhance natural beauty and build confidence one patient at a time.
Originally from the DC area, Erica currently lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two mini goldendoodles while anticipating the arrival of their first child due this spring. Erica enjoys traveling, cooking, gardening, peloton workouts and spending time with friends and family.
Stephanie Butts
Lead Medical Assistant
Stephanie received her medical assisting associates degree from Anne Arundel Community College. She found her love for aesthetics with plastic surgery. Her favorite advice is daily medical grade skin care. You can find her assisting providers with procedures and seeing patients for our medical weight loss program.
Lauren Meesiri
Skin Specialist
Lauren Meesiri graduated from Center of Applied Technology-Cosmetology in 2014 and has 7 years’ experience in the cosmetology industry with concentration in the aesthetics field. Within those years she has mastered her certification with ZO Skin Health to optimize the results of her patients. She is trained in facials, chemical peels, dermaplaning, and eyebrow tinting. Lauren is always looking to continue her education; she is currently working to obtain her degree in nursing. Lauren enjoys getting to know her patients and putting together a skincare regime specific to the patient’s needs. When Lauren is not making the world a more beautiful place; She enjoys spending time with her son and traveling to new and exciting places!
Stephanie Butts
Lead Medical Assistant
Stephanie received her medical assisting associates degree from Anne Arundel Community College. She found her love for aesthetics with plastic surgery. Her favorite advice is daily medical grade skin care. You can find her assisting providers with procedures and seeing patients for our medical weight loss program.
