Meet Katia Simonenko, Founder & Master Aesthetician of Pearl Skin Studio

Katia Simonenko is the founder, owner, and Master Aesthetician of Pearl Skin Studio, where she has helped clients achieve healthier, more radiant skin since 2009. With a passion for advanced skin care, wellness, and personalized treatments, Katia takes a comprehensive approach to helping patients look and feel their best.

Her philosophy combines professional skin care with nutrition, mindfulness, and overall well-being. Working alongside Dr. Bernie Hanna, Medical Director of Pearl Skin Studio, Katia offers customized treatments designed to address each patient's unique skin concerns and aesthetic goals.

For patients experiencing changes in their skin after significant weight loss or bariatric surgery, Katia provides personalized skin assessments and treatment recommendations focused on improving skin texture, hydration, tone, and overall appearance.

Dr. Hanna, Medical Director of Pearl Skin Studio

Dr. Hanna serves as Medical Director of Pearl Skin Studio, a medical spa that has served Las Vegas since 2009. In this role, he provides medical oversight and treatment protocols, working alongside Pearl Skin Studio’s licensed aestheticians to keep every treatment grounded in clinical standards. This involvement grew out of the same philosophy behind Las Vegas Bariatrics. Dr. Hanna is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS), and he holds the SRC Master Surgeon designation.

Since 2000, he has cared for patients in the Las Vegas Valley before, during, and long after surgery. For many patients, skin changes are one of the last chapters of the weight loss journey. Dr. Hanna’s role at Pearl Skin Studio gives patients a trusted, medically guided place to address those changes when they are ready.

How Significant Weight Loss Can Affect Your Skin

Significant weight loss can change how your skin looks and feels because skin that stretched over time does not always shrink back. According to Cleveland Clinic, skin around the abdomen, arms, legs, breasts, and face may lose elasticity after a large amount of weight loss.

Patients often notice one or more of these changes:

  • Skin laxity: Loose or less firm skin, most often on the abdomen, upper arms, thighs, neck, and jawline.
  • Stretch marks: The American Academy of Dermatology explains that stretch marks are a type of scar that can form when skin stretches or shrinks quickly, including during rapid weight loss or gain.
  • Texture and tone changes: Crepey areas, uneven tone, dullness, or enlarged pores as the skin adjusts.

How much your skin changes depends on several factors. A weight management specialist at Hospital for Special Surgery points to genetics, age, sun exposure history, and smoking, noting that loose skin is common after bariatric surgery, especially with losses of 100 pounds or more. These changes are a normal part of the process, not a sign that anything went wrong.

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When to Consider Skin Treatments After Bariatric Surgery

The best time to consider skin treatments after bariatric surgery is once your weight has stabilized and the Las Vegas Bariatrics team has cleared you. Treating skin while weight is still changing quickly can limit how long results last.

A few steps help you prepare:

  • Keep up with your follow-up visits so Dr. Hanna’s team can confirm you are healing well.
  • Follow your nutrition plan, since your skin relies on protein, hydration, and vitamins to repair itself.
  • Protect your skin from the Las Vegas sun with daily sunscreen.
  • Share your skin goals at your follow-up appointments so the team can help you plan.

Some gentler treatments, such as a HydraFacial, may fit in sooner than more intensive options like RF microneedling. Pearl Skin Studio’s aestheticians will review your history and timing with you before recommending a plan.

Skin Treatments Available at Pearl Skin Studio

Pearl Skin Studio offers several treatments that may help with skin concerns after weight loss. Each plan starts with a skin analysis, and the studio’s licensed aestheticians follow the treatment protocols Dr. Hanna oversees as Medical Director.

Potenza RF Microneedling

Potenza RF Microneedling combines microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy to stimulate collagen and elastin. Pearl Skin Studio uses Potenza on both the face and body to address mild sagging, uneven texture, fine lines, and scarring. For patients after weight loss, Potenza may improve firmness and smoothness in areas such as the abdomen, arms, neck, and jawline. The American Academy of Dermatology also lists radiofrequency among the procedures that can make stretch marks less noticeable. Full results develop over about 12 weeks as new collagen forms. Treatment starts at $1,000.

Laser Treatments

Laser treatments use focused light energy to target concerns such as uneven tone, sun damage, and rough texture. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, laser therapy is one of several procedures that can soften the appearance of stretch marks. Laser treatments at Pearl Skin Studio start at $250.

Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal uses concentrated light to target hair follicles and reduce unwanted hair growth over time. Many patients find it fits well with a more active lifestyle after weight loss, with less daily shaving and fewer razor bumps on areas like the legs, underarms, and bikini line.

HydraFacial

HydraFacial is a non-invasive facial that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts, and hydrates the skin in one session. Patients often choose it to refresh dull or dehydrated skin. It requires no downtime, which makes it a gentle place to start.

DMK Enzyme Therapy

DMK Enzyme Therapy uses an enzyme-based masque system designed to remove dead skin buildup and support the skin’s own repair processes. Pearl Skin Studio offers DMK treatments to help with concerns such as dullness, uneven tone, and loss of firmness in the face.

Personalized Skin Care Treatments

Personalized treatment plans combine in-studio services with a medical-grade home care routine matched to your skin type. Pearl Skin Studio’s aestheticians may combine the treatments above over several visits to address more than one concern at a time.

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Are Non-Surgical Skin Treatments Right for You?

Non-surgical skin treatments are often a good fit for patients with mild to moderate laxity, stretch marks, or texture changes. You may be a good candidate if you:

  • Have reached a stable weight and been cleared by your care team
  • Want to improve skin firmness, tone, or texture without surgery
  • Are in good overall health and following your nutrition plan
  • Have realistic expectations about gradual, natural-looking results

Larger amounts of excess skin usually respond better to body contouring surgery than to non-surgical treatments. Cleveland Clinic notes that surgical skin removal works best when weight has been stable for at least a year. Dr. Hanna’s team can help you understand which path fits your goals.

Skin Care After Weight Loss FAQs

Can RF microneedling tighten loose skin after weight loss?

Can stretch marks be removed?

How many treatment sessions will I need?

Are skin treatments safe after bariatric surgery?

Does insurance cover skin treatments after weight loss?

Can RF microneedling tighten loose skin after weight loss?

RF microneedling can improve mild to moderate skin laxity by stimulating new collagen. It does not remove excess skin, so patients with significant sagging may be better served by a body contouring consultation.

Can stretch marks be removed?

Stretch marks cannot be fully removed, but treatment can make them less noticeable. The American Academy of Dermatology notes that newer stretch marks tend to respond better than older, faded ones.

How many treatment sessions will I need?

The number of sessions depends on the treatment, the area, and your goals. Many patients need a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart, and Pearl Skin Studio’s aestheticians will outline a plan during your consultation.

Are skin treatments safe after bariatric surgery?

Skin treatments are generally safe once you have healed and your weight has stabilized. Talk with the Las Vegas Bariatrics team before starting so they can confirm your timing and nutrition support healthy skin repair.

Does insurance cover skin treatments after weight loss?

Insurance does not typically cover cosmetic skin treatments. Pearl Skin Studio can explain pricing, and some services start at $250.

Explore Skin Care at Pearl Skin Studio

Your care at Las Vegas Bariatrics continues long after surgery, and that includes how you feel in your skin. With Dr. Hanna serving as Medical Director, Pearl Skin Studio offers medically guided skin care after weight loss in Las Vegas.

Visit Pearl Skin Studio to explore treatments or schedule a consultation.

Pearl Skin Studio 6750 S Fort Apache Rd., Suite 110, Las Vegas, NV 89148 702.525.5504

This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified medical provider. Outcomes, risks, and suitability vary from patient to patient.

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