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5048 Route 982 | Latrobe, PA 15650
724.858.0562

Amy Howard, CLT, Medical Esthetician, PMU Artist

Amy received her cosmetology license from Pittsburgh Beauty Academy in 2003. She quickly realized her passion for skin care and furthered her studies at Pittsburgh Beauty Academy to receive a license in Esthetics and Professional Make-Up Techniques. Having an “eye” for eyebrow design, she pursued her talents to receive training from Brow Design International and has specialized in the art of microblading for two years. Amy has a passion for continuing education with enrichment classes and advanced courses with hands-on training. Amy says, “I truly enjoy my profession and working with people in a tangible way. God created us all wonderfully and uniquely, and it’s a joy to bring that truth into people’s lives.”

Amy is dedicated to continuing education and holds certificates in the following:

  • Microblading Fundamentals from Brow Design International

  • Academic and Practical Training in Eyebrow Micropigmentation Using the Brow Design International Microblading Method from Brow Design Microblading Academy

  • Advanced Manual Method Class in Eyeliner and Eyebrow Techniques

  • Pigment Removal Techniques from Girlz Ink Studio

  • Brow Mapping Course from Jenn Boyd Ink

  • Esthetic Skin Care from the Institute of Esthetic Skin Care

  • Professional MakeUp Techniques from the Institute of Esthetic Skin Care

  • Infinity Powder Brows by Shay Danielle Academy

  • Eyebrows, Eyeliner, and Lips through Everlasting Brows Permanent Makeup Courses

  • Brow Mapping and Brow Strokes Class from Jenn Boyd Ink

  • Lip Blush by Shay Danielle Academy

 

Missy Palmer, CLT, Medical Esthetician

We're thrilled to have Missy joining the Grace & Purity PMU & Medi Spa team as our new laser technician. Missy has a passion for the beauty industry and a devotion to helping others look and feel their best. Instilled with a love of learning, Missy received her laser technician certification through the National Laser Institute. She plans to pursue esthetics this Fall at Indiana County Technology Center (ICTC).

You are fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14

 

Andrew Fisher, PA-C, CLT, Injector

Andrew is a physician assistant certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and a member of the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants (PSPA). He studied at Seton Hill University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in 2014.

He has worked the entirety of his career in the greater Pittsburgh area and currently works in general surgery.

Andrew offers injectables including BOTOX® and dermal fillers in addition to differing laser treatment modalities.

Jennie Halula, BSN, RN, Aesthetic Nurse Injector

Jennie is a registered nurse certified by National Certification Corporation (NCC) for health care professionals. Jennie received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from California University of Pennsylvania. She is also certified in botulinum toxin and dermal filler through Aesthetic Medical Educators Training. In addition to the medi spa, Jennie enjoys working as a labor & delivery nurse, where she is honored to care for new mothers & their families.

Having a true passion for people, Jennie feels blessed to be a part of the GP family, where she has the opportunity to help clients feel more confident in their own skin & address their personal concerns about how they look and feel. Jennie offers injectables, including BOTOX® & dermal fillers, & IV Nutritional Therapy. She said, "My absolute goal is to ensure clients receive the safest, most effective, & goal-oriented treatment. Let's talk soon!"

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Brandon, & their two kids, Landon & Leila. Jennie also enjoys spending time gardening.

Maria DeCario, MPAS, PA-C, Injector

Maria is a physician assistant certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and a Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants (PSPA) member. She studied at Saint Vincent College in 2017, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, and at Seton Hill University, graduating with a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in 2020. Maria has worked clinically in plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine.

At Grace & Purity, Maria administers injectables, which include BOTOX®, Dysport®, and various dermal fillers. She also performs laser treatments. Maria is passionate about skincare and ensuring her patients feel confident about themselves. She truly enjoys her career and is excited to be a part of the amazing team at Grace & Purity. In her spare time, Maria enjoys spending time with her husband and baby boy.

Briana Lovell, CSA

You may have spoken with Briana on the phone or messaged with her online—now you'll be seeing her in the studio too.

Briana studied at Saint Vincent College and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing in 2005. Briana's passion turned from working full time to raising her three beautiful children.

At Grace & Purity, she enjoys providing excellent customer service, booking customers' appointments, answering all their questions, but most of all sharing in the excitement and joy that Grace & Purity brings to every client. Her biggest goal at Grace & Purity is to be able to share the love and grace the Lord has for every one of his children!!

When she is not answering the phones and helping customers, she is busy raising her three children alongside her husband Jason, traveling to Disney in their spare time, and spending time with the Lord. Briana feels truly blessed to be a part of such an amazing group of employees and customers. She is excited to see the Lord's future plans unfold and his continued blessings on Grace & Purity.

Tara Stowers, Owner

Tara is the owner of Grace & Purity Permanent Makeup Studio as well as the salon owner/manager at Sanctus Spa & Salon. Tara received her bachelor's degree in management from the University of Pittsburgh, and only one month after graduation enrolled in Empire Beauty School, choosing to follow after her mother, who enjoyed a career in cosmetology for 35 years. After graduation and gaining industry experience, she continued her education at Murrysville Healing Arts School of Massage, where she pursued massage therapy, and she is a licensed Pennsylvania Massage Therapist. She is also Babe Lash certified in lash extensions.

Gaining varied spa and salon experience and taking a leap of faith into owning her salon has been such a fulfilling journey, especially spiritually. The spa and salon industry is truly Tara's calling life; it feeds her creativity and provides so many experiences to share her love for Christ, "We are all created equally and beautifully, and I can honestly say that I love having an impact on helping find confidence, excitement, and beauty in their inner and outer selves!"