Dafney Santana CRNA, ARNP, DNP

My Why

I didn’t come to aesthetics to change how people look.
I came to it because I care deeply about people — and the way confidence shapes how we move through the world.

To me, self-care isn’t superficial. It’s tied to mental health, self-worth, and how safe we feel in our own skin. When someone feels good about themselves, it shows in everything — their posture, their energy, the way they show up. Being able to support that, in a real and meaningful way, is what drew me here.

While working in the operating room as a nurse anesthetist, I began taking aesthetic courses on the side. At first, it was curiosity. Then it became something more. The deeper I went, the clearer it became — my true passion is the skin.

Skin tells a story. It reflects stress, health, aging, and life itself. It’s also the largest organ in the body, and one that’s often misunderstood or overtreated. To me, there’s nothing more beautiful than healthy, glowing skin — skin that looks supported, cared for, and alive.

In many ways, this work brought me back to my beginnings. Before nursing, I was a makeup artist. I loved the creativity, the connection, and the way even small changes could help someone feel more confident. Aesthetics allowed me to bring those two worlds together — the science and precision of medicine with the artistry and human connection that first made me fall in love with this work.

When I created Skin Alchemy Collective, I knew I wanted it to feel different.

I wanted a space where people feel heard.
Where no one is rushed or pressured.
Where treatments are thoughtful, intentional, and never one-size-fits-all.

I take the time to listen — to your concerns, your skin history, your lifestyle, and what confidence looks like for you. My goal isn’t perfection or overcorrection. It’s helping you feel comfortable, confident, and supported in your skin — now and over time.

This work is deeply personal to me. It’s about trust, connection, and caring for the whole person — not just what we see on the surface.

And I’m truly honored to do that with you.