Aluma Aesthetics

Revitalize your beauty, enhance your confidence.

With over 20 years of experience as a master injector, holding over 50 certifications, Nurse Christine Yanikian offers you personalized, medical aesthetic treatments so you can look (and feel) your absolute best! She is located in Costa Mesa, CA, and is happy to serve patients in the surrounding areas.

Christine Yanikian, RN, CAC

Christine Yanikian is an aesthetics registered nurse and certified aesthetics consultant in Costa Mesa, California. "Nurse Christine" is a master injector who knows what it takes to bring out your natural beauty and accentuate your best qualities.

Her educational approach to skin rejuvenation allows her to keep up with the latest advancements in aesthetic medicine. Nurse Christine’s patients receive the best possible treatments that address your concerns and provide a natural, vibrant appearance and lasting confidence.

Nurse Christine takes a patient-centric approach to aesthetic medicine and consulting. She only recommends the most beneficial treatments for patients. Her honesty and integrity set her apart in this field.

Top Services

Injectable Neurotoxins

Neurotoxin injectables smooth dynamic wrinkles on your face and neck. These innovative treatments make wrinkle relaxation easy! Nurse Christine offers BOTOX, Dysport, and Jeuveau injections for patients looking to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and expression lines.

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are the go-to treatment for patients who wish to add volume and enhance, smooth, and hydrate their skin. These injectables can plump your lips, cheeks, and give you supple skin.

We offer Juvéderm, Restylane, Sculptra, and RHA fillers.

Microneedling

Do you have acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and other skin concerns? Microneedling rejuvenates your skin from the inside out. We offer premium microneedling services to stimulate collagen production and renew your complexion.

Medical-Grade Skin Care

Your skin should look youthful and vibrant at any age! Nurse Christine formulates specialized medical-grade skin care to address your complexion concerns.

At Aluma Aesthetics, we offer personalized skin care treatments that are not available at the store. Come in for medical-grade skin care treatments with Nurse Christine!

PDO Thread Lifts

Nurse Christine offers both smooth and cogged PDO thread lifts for patients in the beginning stages of facial aging and those who have more advanced sagging and loss of elasticity.

chemical peels

Chemical peels at Aluma Aesthetics will remove old, dead skin cells, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and improve skin cell turnover. You can face the world with a fresh face after your chemical peel removes impurities and signs of aging.

Nurse Christine Yanikian working on Patient receiving crow's feet correction procedure.

Our Experience Sets Us Apart

Nurse Christine has been a practicing registered nurse for 23 years. Her experience extends beyond aesthetic medicine to neuro-surgical ICU trauma and pediatric medicine.

She has seen the diverse life experiences of many patients throughout her career. Her past trauma patients taught her the value of aesthetics in emotional and physical healing. She recognizes that when you look your best, you feel your best!

Nurse Christine has been a director of nursing in multiple medical and cosmetic offices. She is dedicated to the continuous training and education of her colleagues — everyone benefits from her extensive knowledge and experience.

For the last 18 years of her career, Nurse Christine has remained dedicated to seeking out the latest and most innovative aesthetic medical techniques. She is always working on learning more about facial and body rejuvenation practices.

Hands-on experience transforms Nurse Christine’s passion for aesthetics into gorgeous patient outcomes.

Individualized Treatments

You may have walked into a medical spa or aesthetic treatment center before and felt like just a number. Your experience at Aluma Aesthetics will be different in all the best ways.

At Aluma Aesthetics, you remain fully and authentically yourself throughout your treatments. Nurse Christine prides herself in curating and providing individualized treatment plans for every patient.

You have several choices within our personalized treatment menus – you decide, alongside Nurse Christine, what will work best for your skin and body.

She knows every patient is unique in their background, life experiences, and cosmetic concerns. She works directly with you to find the best solutions for your aesthetic concerns without breaking the bank.

No two people are alike, so no two treatment plans are ever the same at Aluma Aesthetics. Nurse Christine will create a treatment plan based on your personal preferences, comfort level, and medical history.

Nurse Christine Yanikian celebrating with male patient.
I strive always to bring my patients the best possible results. I always put my patients’ best interests first, even when that may mean recommending a more affordable alternative.

Christine Yanikian, RN, CAC

Master Injector

Testimonials

Costa Mesa’s Favorite Medical Aesthetics

"I have known Christine for a some years now and she is a wonderful nurse. I have always looked for a natural look and she really understands my wishes and gives me consistent botox results every time. There no other person I can entrust with my face treatments."

Graciela R.

Google Review

"I have been going to Christine for almost 2 years now and she is the only person I trust with my injections! She is professional, honest, and extremely knowledgeable about her craft. She makes you feel good and look good! Christine is so patient, kind, and answers all of your questions and informs you on everything she is doing. I always look forward to visiting Christine! I hope she never retires."

Nicolette

Google Review

"This was my first time visiting ALUMA Medical Aesthetics and I must say, Christine was wonderful. She is professional, knowledgeable, and never pushy. She respected all my wishes and went over the pros and cons before the treatment. I’m very pleased with the results and I look forward to visiting again soon!"

Lauren A.

Google Review