Our Team
Rafael Americo
Rafael Americo — PMU Artist & Paramedical Tattoo Specialist.
Founder of Be U – Beauty & Wellness in Meriden, CT, I help clients feel confident with natural, looking results. With 3+ years in permanent makeup and advanced training in the U.S. and Brazil, I specialize in microblading, lip blush, brow lamination, and Dermaliss skin regeneration for stretch marks and scar camouflage.
My background in biomedicine, dentistry, and radiology, plus certifications in infection control, means every service is done with safety, precision, and care. I use premium, often organic pigments and gentle techniques to keep you comfortable, and I always design with your approval to match your features and style. Education and client satisfaction guide everything I do. Welcome to Be U, where your natural beauty is the star.
Jackie Braunworth, PA-C
Jackie is an experienced Physician Assistant and aesthetic injector with 11 years of clinical experience. She earned her Bachelor of Science from Albertus Magnus College, completed the Physician Assistant Program at Long Island University, and later earned her Master of Health Sciences from Pace University.
For the past 10 years, Jackie has been certified in aesthetic injectables and laser services, combining medical knowledge with an artistic eye to create results that feel natural, balanced, and personalized.
Her approach to aesthetics is simple: enhance, don’t change. Jackie believes treatments should complement your natural features, never overpower them, helping you look refreshed, confident, and still like yourself.
Her priority is creating a safe, comfortable, and personalized experience where every client feels heard, informed, and confident in their treatment plan.
Outside of patient care, Jackie’s favorite role is being a mom. She loves spending time with her two children and creating special memories together.