Meet Our Medical Aesthetician Team in Ponte Vedra Beach
Meet the team behind Waves Aesthetics, led by an experienced medical aesthetician in Ponte Vedra Beach. Learn more about the experience, training, and personalized care behind our practice. Our team is dedicated to helping clients look and feel their best through personalized, results-driven aesthetic care, advanced treatments, and a welcoming experience from the moment they walk through our doors.
Kristen Smith
Owner, Medical Aesthetician, and Certified Medical Electrologist

Kristen began her career as a Medical Aesthetician in 2005, followed by becoming a Certified Medical Electrologist in 2006 and earning her tattooing license in Permanent Makeup in 2007. As a medical aesthetician in Ponte Vedra Beach with nearly two decades of experience, she has worked alongside some of North Florida’s leading surgeons, gaining extensive knowledge and refining her expertise in advanced skincare and aesthetic treatments.
Her commitment to continuing education and professional excellence has allowed her to stay at the forefront of the beauty and aesthetics industry. Kristen specializes in corrective skin treatments and advanced rejuvenation procedures, utilizing the latest technologies and techniques to help clients achieve healthy, radiant skin. Her services include medical-grade facials, chemical peels, laser treatments, microneedling, permanent makeup, and a variety of energy-based aesthetic devices.
As the owner of Waves Aesthetics, Kristen created her practice with a simple philosophy: aesthetic care should enhance natural beauty, build confidence, and provide personalized solutions for every client. She takes a customized approach to every treatment, carefully listening to each client’s goals and developing treatment plans designed to deliver natural-looking, confidence-boosting results.
Her passion lies in sharing her knowledge, building lasting relationships with clients, and helping them achieve their ultimate skincare goals. Combining nearly two decades of hands-on experience, a dedication to client satisfaction, and exceptional attention to detail, Kristen’s mission is to provide results-driven care that helps every client look refreshed, confident, and feel their very best.
As a medical aesthetician in Ponte Vedra Beach, Kristen combines advanced training, years of experience, and a personalized approach to help clients achieve natural-looking results.
Lisa Petges
Practice Manager

Lisa is dedicated to ensuring every client’s experience at Waves Aesthetics is welcoming, seamless, and exceptional. With a strong commitment to customer service and a genuine passion for helping others, she strives to create a positive environment where clients feel comfortable, valued, and cared for throughout every step of their aesthetic journey.
Known for her attention to detail, organization, and warm personality, Lisa works closely with both clients and staff to ensure appointments run smoothly and every visit exceeds expectations. She takes pride in building meaningful relationships with clients and helping them feel confident in their care and treatment experience.
Lisa’s goal is to make every interaction with Waves Aesthetics professional, personalized, and memorable, helping clients feel supported from their first consultation to their final results.
As Practice Manager at Waves Aesthetics in Ponte Vedra Beach, Lisa helps ensure every client experience is organized, welcoming, and personalized from start to finish.
Why Patients Trust Waves
Patients choose Waves Aesthetics for experienced, personalized aesthetic care in Ponte Vedra Beach, with treatment plans designed around each client’s individual goals.
✓ Over 20 Years of Experience
✓ Personalized Treatment Plans
✓ Advanced Aesthetic Technology
✓ Natural-Looking, Results-Driven Care
The Waves Approach
At Waves Aesthetics in Ponte Vedra Beach, every treatment begins with understanding your goals. We take a personalized, thoughtful approach to aesthetic care, recommending treatments based on your skin, concerns, lifestyle, and desired results. Our goal is to create a treatment plan that feels comfortable, realistic, and tailored to you — never one-size-fits-all.
With a focus on natural-looking results and long-term skin health, we combine advanced aesthetic treatments with honest guidance and attentive care so you can feel confident in every step of your treatment journey.
Ready to Start Your Journey
Schedule a consultation and discover which treatments are right for your goals.
Waves Aesthetics proudly serves clients from Ponte Vedra Beach, Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Nocatee, Palm Valley, St. Johns, Mandarin, Julington Creek, Fruit Cove, Baymeadows, and communities throughout Northeast Florida. Our luxury medical spa specializes in advanced aesthetic treatments, personalized skincare, and natural-looking results in a welcoming, boutique environment.
