About Cat
Cat Ianelli is celebrated for her signature sculpting massage method — a technique that blends deep facial contouring, intuitive touch, and energy alignment to release tension, restore balance, and lift the natural architecture of the face.
She is also recognized as a Dermaplane Specialist, offering advanced exfoliation that refines skin texture, maximizes product absorption, and creates a flawless, luminous finish.
How I Got Started...
More than 25 years ago, I attended Atelier Esthetique on Park Avenue in New York City and began my career in skincare. At the time, I was focused on learning the technical side of the industry, skin physiology, treatments, ingredients, and techniques. But it didn’t take long for me to realize that the most meaningful transformations weren’t happening on the surface.
Blog posts
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The Art of Intentional Touch: My Summer with Borghese on Martha's Vineyard
This summer brought me somewhere I never could have predicted when I first became an esthetician 25 years ago. I...
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Why I Don’t Take Before-and-After Photos
One of the most common questions I receive is whether I take before-and-after photos of my clients. The answer is...
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Why My Schedule Is Limited
One of the questions I get asked from time to time is why I only see a limited number of...
