Ava Najafabadi, founder of Expert Skin Solutions, is a Licensed Master Aesthetician with over 15 years of experience in medical aesthetics. Her extensive background includes 8 years working directly in plastic surgery practices, where she collaborated closely with board-certified plastic surgeons on pre- and post-operative patient care. This hands-on clinical experience gave her deep insight into surgical procedures, tissue healing, and advanced scar management techniques.
During her time in plastic surgery, Ava specialized in supporting patients through the healing phase after surgery and deeper laser treatments. She provided targeted scar management treatments and recovery protocols that minimized scarring, reduced downtime, and improved overall surgical outcomes. This direct partnership with plastic surgeons has equipped her with advanced technical knowledge and a sophisticated understanding of skin behavior that sets her apart in the aesthetics field.
Ava holds certifications as a Laser Technician, Phlebotomist, and Licensed Master Aesthetics Instructor. She excels at treating complex skin concerns including pigmentation disorders, active acne and acne scarring, rosacea, skin laxity, wrinkles, surgical scarring, and advanced anti-aging needs. Her expertise includes customized treatments using lasers, light-based devices, RF Microneedling, Microneedling, Chemical Peels, and frequency wave therapies for all skin types, tones, and conditions.
Plastic surgeons and dermatologists throughout the DMV area frequently refer their patients to Ava for advanced cosmetic skin concerns, trusting her clinical judgment and proven results. Known as the “Skin Detective,” Ava is exceptionally observant and takes a highly investigative approach to patient care. She spends extensive time identifying root causes rather than applying cookie-cutter solutions. Over the years, her keen eye has allowed her to detect numerous skin cancers in regular patients that had been missed by other medical professionals and injectors, promptly recommending biopsies and follow-up care that made a significant difference in their health outcomes.
In addition to clinical treatments, Ava incorporates holistic nutrition recommendations based on her specialized coursework to support skin health from the inside out. She founded Expert Skin Solutions to fill a critical gap in the industry, creating a space where patients receive truly customized, results-driven care from highly trained specialists using advanced technology daily. She also operates a dedicated training hub, where she personally teaches providers and technicians advanced aesthetic techniques drawn from her extensive clinical experience.
When not treating patients or teaching, Ava enjoys equestrian activities with her pony, spending time with her two dogs, tending to her flock of chickens, and finding peace in nature.