Our Team

  • Josie Arrigoni NP-BC

    Lead Aesthetic Provider and Founder

    Josie Arrigoni, MSN, NP-BC, earned her registered nursing degree from Moorpark College in 2008 and went on to get her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from California State University Northridge in 2012. She then completed her Masters in Nursing at University of California, Los Angeles in 2014 as a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. She is board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

    Her compassionate care has treated many in the Emergency Department and Family Practice settings but her keen eye for natural beauty has led her to specialize in Medical Aesthetics. Having worked and trained alongside some of the world's finest aesthetic providers, she is esteemed as a leading aesthetic injector, with a particular focus on facial harmonization. Josie remains dedicated to enhancing her expertise and staying abreast of the latest developments to provide her patients with the best and safest solutions.

    Josie founded Functional Beauty because she is passionate about celebrating each patient’s unique beauty and delivering comprehensive holistic care. It is important to her that each patient’s physical and mental wellbeing are being supported throughout their skincare journey.

    In her spare time, she enjoys family time, wine tasting, riding her Peloton bike, eating, and traveling.

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What Everyone's Saying About Josie

I’ve been seeing Josie for the past 4 years . I love her eye for detail and always suggesting what’s best for my needs. All the woman working here are amazing and I feel so welcomed every time I visit Functional Beauty ! Looking forward to trying new procedures ! - Meena G.

Absolutely love Functional Beauty! Everyone is so professional and you feel taken care of. Josie is a master at what she does. She’s an artist and I wouldn’t trust anyone other than her with my care. I highly recommend!! - Shelly E.

We drive all the way from Fresno, Ca to see Josie to get Botox and filler for over a year now going on 2 years for Myself and my husband, it’s quite a trek but worth it 100%. We only trust her with all our needs. She knows and anticipates our needs and enhances our natural features while also preventing aging. We have followed her from her first original location to now her new locations. We love her and her bedside manner. She’s the best and we will continue to have her as our NP for all our skincare needs - Allie

Every women needs to experience Functional Beauty.  Josie is so kind, professional and an expert in her field. Looking forward to my next visit. - Teresa R.

I love Josie at Functional Beauty. I trust her with all my beauty enhancing needs. She listens to what you want and uses her extended knowledge in nursing and beauty aesthetics to achieve your beauty goals. - Trishia A.

Functional Beauty is truly amazing, above and beyond from the moment you walk in. It's the "vibe." :) Josie is fantastic, and the front desk team is so kind and welcoming. Everyone is super professional and warm-hearted. Josie provides reasonable options, clear explanations, and realistic expectations of your treatment. She clearly cares about her clients and gives recommendations of services that will provide you with your desired results. She will not let you select a treatment plan that's not right for you, and that says a lot. Super ethical. I give Functional Beauty my highest recommendation!! - Stasi W.

Josie is a sweet heart and great at what she does! I always recommend her treatments to friends and family ! - Giselle O.

Josie made me feel so confident and really listened to me. You can tell she is so passionate about making her clients happy and giving them the best results! Functional Beauty is really the best experience! - Rae W.

The absolute best. Josie (the owner) and her team work in harmony to make sure clients are fully supported and honored. Josie talks me through everything and is responsive to any concerns or questions I have. On my first visit, I asked about Botox and she said something to the effect of: oh, you don't need that. That would be a waste of your money. I really appreciated knowing that she wasn't solely money focused and actually does what is best for the client. I have been a client for a few years now and plan to be indefinitely. 10/10 highly recommend. - Natalie P.

I have been coming to Functional Beauty for over a year. Love the whole staff they treat you like family. Josie is the best.. she is honest and does not push for you to get additional treats. She will let you know if it’s something you need or not.  I’m so delighted to have this place in Ventura County to go for my beauty needs.☺️ to stay looking my best and natural results - Arlene C.

I have been seeing Josie at Functional Beauty for a year now and I couldn’t be happier that I found them. I planned on just getting filler but eventually started getting wrinkle relaxer to balance an area I felt was uneven. I feel like Josie helps to set realistic expectations and I don’t ever have to worry about anything looking overdone or fake. I love the relaxed spa vibe and everyone is always so friendly. There is also no pressure to add on services or buy packages or memberships like other places. - Angela B.

Josie is amazing at what she does! She’s super knowledgeable and very considerate about hearing what your personal concerns and goals are for your face. She’s very moderate and honest which I love and appreciate! I have had Botox and past lip filler removal this far. I look forward to my next appointment with Josie. She’s professional, clean, and personable. Truly a great experience!! - Desiree W.

I will drive any length to be treated by Josie, I trust her with my entire face!! I especially appreciate that Josie pumps the breaks on me or my friends when we want to do more, more, more!! She also has impeccable taste in employees, her team is superior and one of a kind! - Marcella S.


  • Dalani Deason RN

    Aesthetic Provider

    Dalani Deason, BSN, RN earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from California State University Bakersfield. She loves working in aesthetics because she is able to help others enhance their natural beauty and feel more confident. She works with her patients to create short and long-term goals to meet needs and address their concerns.

    Dalani is experienced in injectables, laser treatments, skin treatments and knowledgeable on skin care products. She loves training in new modalities and innovative treatments.

    Dalani has a special place in her heart for dogs, she loves eating a good sandwich, and starts most mornings with a Peloton ride!

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What Everyone's Saying About Dalani

Functional Beauty is amazing! This was my first time ever getting botox and filler done and I wanted to make sure it looked very natural. Dalani listened to exactly what I was looking for and I absolutely love the results!! - Jamie C.

I've been to Dalani twice for Jeuveau injections,  focusing on the forehead and glabellar lines between my brows.   She did a fantastic job both times, I'm quite pleased with the results.  The Jeuveau "kicked in" so quickly, just a few days.   I have had Botox before from other practitioners but I thought perhaps I was getting too old for it, my brow felt heavy post treatment.  I'm so glad I tried it again-- my results with Dalani and Jeuveau  have been amazing!  My brow is smooth and lifted, but looks natural and balanced.    I don't even live in Ventura but have made appointments when I have visited.  The office is beautiful, the staff is so kind, the whole experience was wonderful. - Tracy W.

Ive been coming here for almost a year now and I love it! Everyone is so welcoming here! Dalani is so sweet and she makes me feel so comfortable everytime im here. I have definitely been recommending this place to my friends 🧡 - Regina P.

Dalani and all the staff at Functional Beauty are amazing, friendly, and knowledgeable. I have recommended them to multiple friends of mine due to their incredible service. I have gotten laser hair removal from them and have been so happy with my results. Definitely recommend looking into all of their services. - Cristina R.

Delani was very helpful, knowledgable and friendly. My service was laser hair removal and it was less painful than I have had before. Ness at the front was super friendly and helpful. This is my first time here, but I would recommend them to anyone!! - Kayla R.

I love coming here! Everyone is so warm and welcoming. I come here for multiple services. Today I came in for laser hair removal with Delani. She was so nice and very knowledgeable. She made me feel very comfortable as this was my first experience with laser removal. I would highly recommend coming here for any of their services. - Jennifer L.

Getting laser hair removal was the best thing I have ever done! Dalani, Ness and the entire staff at Functional Beauty are so welcoming. They made me feel comfortable throughout the process and answered all of my questions. These ladies really go above and beyond from the moment you walk in. I purchased a package of 6 sessions and was pleasantly surprised with the results of the first session. I have done 2 sessions already and cant wait to go back for more. Thank you ladies! - Elizabeth N.

I’m so happy I discovered functional beauty! Friendly office, Dalani made me feel comfortable receiving my treatment and the facility is nice and clean. - Molly O.

Awesome experience. Dalani has a soft touch - hardly felt the pokes for the Dysport! Thank you Functional Beauty! ♥️ Mari and Vero L.

Dalani was amazing! Explained everything to me. Very light hand. Great experience!!! - M.L.

I will be returning, for sure!!!! I am obsessed with the work Dalani did! Every step of the way was easy and stressed free!!! From booking my appointment online, to getting there and being welcome with a warm smile from everyone. This was my first time meeting Dalani, she was so friendly, warm, and made me feel extremely comfortable. She gave a quick consultation to get to know me and what I needed. She gave me her best advice/knowledge. we seriously laughed the entire appointment, she’s the sweetest. Thank you so much to Dalani and the entire staff for making my experience so awesome. See you guys soon! - Valeria C.

This was my first time getting lip filler and it was such a great experience! Everyone at Functional Beauty is very welcoming and the office is beautiful. Dalani and her medical assistant were so sweet! I highly recommend! - Samantha S.

  • Erin Thompson PA-C

    Aesthetic Provider

    Erin Thompson, MSPAS, PA-C is a nationally certified and California-licensed Physician Associate with a passion for aesthetics and all things skin. In 2019, Erin earned a Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies at the University of St. Francis in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Before that, she graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of San Diego, where she sang in several choirs. Erin was a Phlebotomist prior to her PA education, and her extensive experience with hands-on procedures helps to make even the most needle-phobic patients feel comfortable during their treatments.

    Erin utilizes an all-natural approach to her aesthetic treatments, specializing in neurotoxins, dermal fillers, laser treatments, medical-grade skincare, and other modalities that serve to subtly enhance beauty, rather than drastically altering it. Erin is passionate about education and has trained with some of the most esteemed injectors and organizations, always staying up-to-date on the most effective and innovative treatments.

    When Erin is not at Functional Beauty, she practices bedside wound care throughout Ventura County. In her free time, she enjoys snowboarding, attending concerts, watching sports, and traveling with her partner and their 2 low-rider pups – a Corgi and a Dachshund/German Shepherd mix.

  • Uldine Castel MD

    Medical Director

    Dr. Castel grew up in the Santa Ynez Valley and moved to the East Coast for her educational years. She completed college in New York and medical school at Temple University in Philadelphia. After completing residency at Ventura County Medical Center in 2003, she started work as a Family Physician in the area.

    Dr. Castel had done training in facial aesthetics and injections when she worked with HIV positive patients who suffered from facial changes sometimes seen from previous generation HIV medications. In addition to that, she also attended trainings given by top aesthetic providers in Los Angeles. This is where she met Josie Arrigoni.

    As they got to know each other, they discovered that they had a very similar philosophy about beauty and how to approach this industry. Dr. Castel believes that beauty is mostly found "under the skin", but sometimes it takes softening lines and smoothing surfaces to be able to fully embrace someone's beauty. Feeling good about yourself is a lifelong, multidisciplinary journey and this is only one, small aspect of achieving it.

  • Lulu Gonzales MA

    Medical Assistant and Team Lead
  • Lauren Olsen MA

    Medical Assistant
  • Skylar Kiaie

    Patient Coordinator
  • Ness Perez

    Patient Coordinator