ABOUT BELLAGENA med spa
Julia's path to Bellagena started with a simple belief: skin care isn't a luxury, it's a necessity. That philosophy — real, clinical results without losing the calm, personal feel of an actual spa — is still what shapes every treatment plan and every room in the studio today.
That vision has grown into a full-service med spa offering everything from customized facials and corrective treatments to massage therapy, laser services, and hair removal — each one designed to help clients feel confident in their skin while supporting their overall wellness. Bellagena is known for combining clinical expertise with a warm, down-to-earth experience that never feels intimidating or overdone.
Founder, Esthetician & Industry Educator
Julia Bifulco
Our Story
Bellagena's philosophy extends beyond skin. The spa's massage therapies are designed to support both physical and emotional well-being through intentional, restorative care. From relieving tension and improving circulation to encouraging relaxation and recovery, every massage is customized to meet the body where it is.
The goal is simple: help clients slow down, reconnect with themselves, and leave feeling better than when they arrived.
Therapeutic Massage & Whole-Body Wellness
Healthy skin is not created by trends or quick fixes. It's built through consistency, education, and treatments tailored to the individual. At Bellagena, every client receives a personalized approach based on their skin concerns, lifestyle, and long-term goals.
The spa specializes in advanced corrective and rejuvenating treatments including customized facials, dermaplaning, chemical peels, laser therapies, microneedling, and skin resurfacing. Whether clients are focused on prevention, correction, or maintaining healthy skin as they age, Bellagena creates treatment plans that deliver visible results while still honoring self-care and balance.
Advanced Skin Treatments Designed Around Real Life
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At Bellagena, beauty is approached through wellness, confidence, and care — not perfection. Every detail of the experience is meant to create a sense of ease, from the calming atmosphere to the highly personalized treatments.
Clients come to Bellagena not only for healthier skin, but for a place where they feel seen, supported, and cared for by professionals who truly love what they do.
A Space Designed to Help You Feel Like Yourself Again
Julia had the vision of creating a clinical skin care studio with the traditional spa atmosphere for many few years. She is currently working towards her goal of Holistic Therapy Education with the goal to teach clients a path of wellness from within. Her belief being skin health is one of the most important ways to achieve this. Our skin health is essential to our entire body.
Our goal is to teach our community that skin care should be a necessity not a luxury.
Julia is a Licensed Esthetician, Licensed Electrologist and Certified Laser Hair Removal Technician in the State of Florida.
LE, CME, Owner Esthetician, Certified Medical Electrologist, Laser Certified, Face Reality Acne Certified, Dermaplane Pro and Skin Sheek HIFU & Clear Educator
Julia Bifulco
Know our experienced team of spa wellness Professionals.
Customer satisfaction is their goal.
Who are we?
My skincare journey began as a personal one, struggling with acne in my teens - this continued into adulthood, leading me to become an esthetician and, eventually, Spa Director. I truly believe changing your skin can change your life.
As Director, I prioritize the operations that make what we do possible - ensuring each client and patient has a great experience. Beyond work, I'm an avid podcast listener and lifelong learner, constantly exploring new ideas and subjects.
Spa Director - LE
Connor Carr
Jade is a licensed Esthetician who graduated from Manatee Technical College, and has been employed with Bellagena since 2021. She enjoys learning new techniques and growing in the skincare field to help clients feel their absolute best!
As a Bradenton native she enjoys going to the beach, spending time with family and friends, and her two dogs – Elle and Boo.
LE, Esthetician & Electrologist, Laser Certified
Jade Howle
Stephanie has been a licensed esthetician since 2016. She takes pride in her continued education so she can better help her clients. Stephanie loves educating her clients how important daily sunscreen is.
Being a Florida native and always being outdoors, Stephanie enjoys gardening, boating, and tending to all of her farm animals.
LE, Esthetician, Dermaplane Pro Certified
Stephanie Schenk
Ashly brings warmth, intuition, and a genuine love of connection to her role as Bellagena’s Client Experience Coordinator. Raised by the ocean in the Hamptons, Ashly has always been drawn to wellness, intentional living, and the everyday rituals that help us feel our best. Her approach is grounded in natural wellness, mindfulness, clean living, and the belief that taking care of yourself should feel both meaningful and attainable.
With a sharp mind, deep empathy, and an easy, welcoming presence, Ashly has a gift for making people feel comfortable and cared for. At Bellagena, she helps guide clients through their experience-from answering questions and coordinating appointments to helping them navigate treatments, products, and the many ways they can care for themselves both inside and outside the treatment room.
For Ashly, exceptional client care is about more than great service. It’s about listening, connecting, and helping each person feel truly seen and supported from the moment they walk through our doors.
