April Cannon Nius, APRN-BC, MSN, RN

April’s philosophy when evaluating the aesthetic client: More is not always more. I love taking naturally beautiful Canvas’ and making small corrections that help clients feel and look their best. I understand busy lifestyles after moving down from NYC. I want to help clients simplify their skincare routines and feel gorgeous going make-up free. I am now at a place where I can laser my skin, use a few staple products, but overall, simply use a tinted sunscreen and run out of the door. Small swaps can consist of injecting a small amount of cheek filler to have natural contouring. Instead of a daily concealer, injecting filler to reduce the shadowing and darkness, followed by a little laser to correct fine lines and help maintain nice thick collagen. These are treatments that can take as little as 15 minutes but eliminate steps out of your daily routine.

April Cannon Nius is a board certified Nurse a practitioner with over 10 years of experience in the aesthetic industry. She attended the University of Virginia for both undergraduate and graduate studies.

After graduate school, April moved to New York City where she worked as a surgical assistant for renowned MOHS surgeon, Dr. Ariel Ostad. After gaining experience in Aesthetics and Dermatology, she started her career as a Nurse Practitioner with Dr. Bruce Katz of Juvaskin and Laser Center in NYC. She also worked alongside Dr. Katz assisting in the clinical trials for Kybella and Radiesse Hands. April worked there full time for five years before locating to Charleston, but she continues to travel to NYC monthly to see clients at Juvaskin. After moving to Charleston, April worked for Merz Aesthetics as a territory manager and trainer, helping train doctors and injectors throughout South and North Carolina. April prides herself in creating natural-looking results and approaches aging from a holistic point of view. She currently lives in Old Mt. Pleasant with her husband Jason and their two beloved pugs.

Dr. Dan Ripley, MD

My mission is to provide the very best healthcare available in a caring and empathetic manner. I believe that there is an art to medicine as well as a science and that warmth, sympathy and understanding may outweigh the surgeon’s knife or the chemist’s drug. Listening to my patients is one of my strongest attributes and an invaluable diagnostic tool. I am also a strong proponent of the prevention of disease through healthy lifestyle choices so that my patients may live happier more active lives!

Dee Sylve, PA-C

Dee, a board-certified Physician Assistant, brings her passion for beauty and wellness to Coastal Collective with a strong foundation of dedicated experience in the aesthetics industry. She holds her Master’s degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and a Bachelor’s in Biology from Columbia College. Dee is committed to helping clients look and feel their best, offering a personalized approach to enhance natural beauty.

A Louisiana native now calling South Carolina home, Dee’s warm and welcoming nature makes clients feel instantly at ease. She believes beauty radiates from within and uses her expertise to complement each individual’s unique features, ensuring that first impressions are always unforgettable. Dee’s clients appreciate her thoughtful approach to care and precision in delivering results that make them feel confident.

Living in Nexton with her fiancé, Kema, and their dog, Basil, Dee is excited to continue growing her skills and helping clients achieve their aesthetic goals. Book a consultation with Dee to experience the personalized care and artistry that set her apart.

Faith Dombrowski BSN, RN

Faith was born and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona and recently moved to Charleston in 2024. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Arizona State University, Faith began a rewarding career at The Mayo Clinic, specializing in Organ Transplant. This experience reinforced the importance of compassion, patient connection, and positive encouragement; inspiring Faith to extend these attributes to a career in the field of Aesthetics.

Before practicing at Coastal Collective, Faith worked as an aesthetics nurse injector at another reputable and high volume Med Spa located in Arizona. Faith has been fortunate to receive guidance from, and work alongside, esteemed mentors in the field. A firm believer in continued education and training, Faith continues to attend seminars and receive regular training from top injectors as well as national trainers and representatives to provide the most current and high standard of care to her clients.

Now, as part of the Coastal Collective Team, Faith combines clinical expertise with a passion for enhancing the well-being of clients in order to help them achieve their aesthetic goals in a safe and personalized manner. Through her compassion Faith ensures that every client feels heard and supported on their journey to natural and youthful beauty from the inside out.

When Faith is not helping her clients on their aesthetic journeys’ you can find her trying new restaurants, working out, spending time with family and friends, or going on new adventures with her fiancé, Erik.