Artisse was born from a simple, but powerful belief: that aesthetic care should feel as personal and artful as it is clinical. Founded by Matisse, a board-certified Nurse Practitioner and experienced injector, who believes that aesthetics is where art and science collide. Named after the iconic painter Henri Matisse, she was inspired from a young age by the idea that beauty is deeply personal—and best expressed through balance, detail, and intention.
After years of practicing in aesthetic medicine, Matisse envisioned a space that felt different: one where every face is treated as a unique canvas, and where the goal isn’t transformation—but elevation. That vision became Artisse. The name itself reflects the blend of creativity and clinical expertise that defines our approach.
Our philosophy is rooted in thoughtful, anatomy-based treatments designed to enhance your natural beauty—never overpower it. We believe in creating results that feel effortless and authentic, achieved through a deep understanding of your unique features and a commitment to the highest standards of safety and care.
At our core, we value honesty, trust, and individualized care. We take the time to listen, to educate, and to design thoughtful treatment plans that align with your goals—because confidence should never come from chasing trends, but from feeling like the most authentic version of yourself.
Artisse isn’t just a medspa. It’s a philosophy, a practice, and a promise: that beauty can be both subtle and powerful, and that the best results are always the ones that still look like you.


Our Story

Matisse Giordano
Founder
Nurse Practitioner
Matisse is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner and skilled aesthetic injector with a decade of nursing experience and over six years specializing in aesthetic medicine. She earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Nursing from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), beginning her career in high-risk labor and delivery before transitioning into aesthetics—a field that allowed her to combine her long-standing passions for medicine, skin, and art.
Known for her thoughtful, anatomy-driven, artistic approach she specializes in natural-looking full-face rejuvenation and result-oriented skin services. Her philosophy is rooted in enhancing her patients’ unique features, never masking them, and creating subtle, confident transformations that prioritize safety, education, and trust.
Vanessa Martinez
Licensed Esthetician
Vannesa is a licensed esthetician with a lifelong passion for skin health, client education, and personalized care. She brings a grounded, approachable energy to her practice, combining warmth with a deep understanding of the skin. Long before turning her passion into a profession, Vannesa viewed skincare as a daily act of self-respect, maintaining a consistent regimen since her early teens. Her curiosity about how the skin functions, paired with a genuine desire to help others feel confident and informed, made her path into aesthetics feel more like a calling than a career.
Specializing in microneedling and customized facials, Vannesa tailors each treatment to support her clients’ unique needs, whether refining texture and tone, soothing sensitivities, or simply offering a moment of rest and renewal. For her, education is a love language. She believes that when people truly understand their skin, they’re empowered to care for it confidently, and that kind of self-assurance ripples far beyond the mirror. Vannesa’s goal is to create not just visible results, but a lasting sense of well-being and self-trust in every client she serves.
Dr. Kaimana Chow, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Kaimana Chow is a Harvard-trained, board-eligible plastic surgeon and serves as the Medical Director of Artisse. With a focus on natural, refined results, Dr. Chow brings extensive experience in facial rejuvenation and body contouring to support our commitment to safe, individualized care.
He is the owner of Plastic Surgery of Austin and is known for his meticulous, patient-centered approach to aesthetic medicine. After completing his medical degree at the University of Hawaii, he trained in general surgery at UT Southwestern and went on to complete a prestigious aesthetic and reconstructive fellowship at Harvard Medical School’s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
At Artisse, Dr. Chow’s leadership ensures that every treatment aligns with the highest standards of medical integrity and aesthetic excellence.
Meet Our Providers



Matisse Giordano
Founder
Nurse Practitioner

Matisse is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner and skilled aesthetic injector with a decade of nursing experience and over six years specializing in aesthetic medicine. She earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Nursing from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), beginning her career in high-risk labor and delivery before transitioning into aesthetics—a field that allowed her to combine her long-standing passions for medicine, skin, and art.
Known for her thoughtful, anatomy-driven, artistic approach she specializes in natural-looking full-face rejuvenation and result-oriented skin services. Her philosophy is rooted in enhancing her patients’ unique features, never masking them, and creating subtle, confident transformations that prioritize safety, education, and trust.

Vanessa Martinez
Aesthetician
Vannesa is a licensed esthetician with a lifelong passion for skin health, client education, and personalized care. She brings a grounded, approachable energy to her practice, combining warmth with a deep understanding of the skin. Long before turning her passion into a profession, Vannesa viewed skincare as a daily act of self-respect, maintaining a consistent regimen since her early teens. Her curiosity about how the skin functions, paired with a genuine desire to help others feel confident and informed, made her path into aesthetics feel more like a calling than a career.
Specializing in microneedling and customized facials, Vannesa tailors each treatment to support her clients’ unique needs, whether refining texture and tone, soothing sensitivities, or simply offering a moment of rest and renewal. For her, education is a love language. She believes that when people truly understand their skin, they’re empowered to care for it confidently, and that kind of self-assurance ripples far beyond the mirror. Vannesa’s goal is to create not just visible results, but a lasting sense of well-being and self-trust in every client she serves.

Dr. Kaimana Chow, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Kaimana Chow is a Harvard-trained, board-eligible plastic surgeon and serves as the Medical Director of Artisse. With a focus on natural, refined results, Dr. Chow brings extensive experience in facial rejuvenation and body contouring to support our commitment to safe, individualized care.
He is the owner of Plastic Surgery of Austin and is known for his meticulous, patient-centered approach to aesthetic medicine. After completing his medical degree at the University of Hawaii, he trained in general surgery at UT Southwestern and went on to complete a prestigious aesthetic and reconstructive fellowship at Harvard Medical School’s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
At Artisse, Dr. Chow’s leadership ensures that every treatment aligns with the highest standards of medical integrity and aesthetic excellence.
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