Who We Are
The vision behind Retrograde Aesthetics has always been simple: create a space where cosmetic injections feel comfortable, approachable, and even fun — without ever compromising expertise or results.
We know injectables can feel intimidating, especially if you’re new. That’s why Retrograde is designed to feel less like a clinic and more like visiting a trusted friend — one who just happens to be a highly trained Registered Nurse injector.
LAKEN
RN, BSN, Nurse Injector | Founder
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Laken has dedicated her entire nursing career to aesthetic medicine. Laken never stops when it comes to education and perfecting her craft. She routinely attends trainings, conferences, and is currently pursuing her masters degree. She values transparency and promoting a safe and comfortable environment.
CALLEY
Medical Assistant Student | Front Desk
Calley is your go-to gal at Retrograde. She's always a resource to help you with scheduling and answer any pre-appointment questions you may have. She's currently in medical assistant school with the goal to further her career here at Retrograde. She started as a patient of Laken and understands how intimidating injectables can be and is always here to help ease your nerves!
ARTIE
RN, BSN, Nurse Injector
Artie is our newest addition to the Retrograde crew and an amazing asset to the team. Artie has spent a majority of his nursing career as an oncology nurse and has won multiple daisy awards for his excellent level of care. He has a passion for aesthetics and strives to make people feel more confident in their own skin.
Artie's books are currently open for tox!
Are We a Perfect Match?
OUR INJECTION SUITE IS FOR YOU IF :
OUR INJECTION SUITE IS NOT FOR YOU IF :
✔ You want natural-looking results that still feel elevated
✔ You value comfort, conversation, and feeling at ease
✔ You appreciate honest guidance from Registered Nurse injectors
✔ You’re open to a conservative, buildable approach
✔ You want results that look good now and age well
✔ You care about how the process feels and how the results look
✖ You’re looking for dramatic, overfilled results
✖ You want the maximum amount of product in one visit
✖ You prefer rushed appointments or high-pressure upselling
✖ You’re uncomfortable being told “no” when something isn’t right
✖ You want to follow every trend without considering anatomy
✖ You’re expecting a strictly clinical, in-and-out experience
Why Retrograde
The difference is in the details - and the decisions we don't make.
100% Registered Nurse-Performed Treatments
Anatomy-Lead, Natural-First Approach
Conservative, Buildable Results
Honest Consultations [ we’ll tell you when something won’t work ]
No Trend Chasing, No Overfilling
Safety-First Protocols, Always
Results Designed to Age Well - Not Just Look Good
