Neria’s Post-Cosmetic OpCare MLD — The Foundation and Purpose Behind Her Approach

Neria was already an established professional massage therapist in 1996 when she began working with post-cosmetic OpCare MLD in Brazil. This marked the foundation of her expertise in post-cosmetic care and tissue response following cosmetic procedures.

It was also in Brazil that Neria began her formal studies in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, gaining early exposure to techniques that would later become part of her broader, more comprehensive approach.

Before relocating to the United States, Neria continued refining her skills at Angela Spa & Estética in Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil, further deepening her experience in aesthetic and post-cosmetic care.

However, it was in Marin County, over 28 years ago, that her true commitment and purpose became clear. Providing post-cosmetic OpCare using a form Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), tailored to support recovery following procedures.Neria identified a significant gap in post-cosmetic care. Many clients were not informed about supportive treatments, and in some cases, their surgeons did not recommend or fully understand the role of post-cosmetic care.

Since 1998, Neria has been serving Marin County, providing post-cosmetic care through a structured approach Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), Brazilian techniques, and therapeutic massage. Over the years, she has supported countless clients through their post-cosmetic recovery, observing that many were not fully informed about supportive treatments and, in some cases, felt uncertain about discussing their procedures while receiving care.She also encountered situations where some surgeons were initially unfamiliar with her approach, yet became supportive after observing the positive outcomes in their patients—even without fully understanding the methods. These experiences highlighted a significant gap in post-cosmetic care and further strengthened her commitment, ultimately leading her to fully devote herself to her calling in post-cosmetic OpCare MLD

Clients consistently note that Neria’s method differs from traditional MLD they have previously experienced. Neria’s method is distinct in that it has been created and developed through decades of hands-on experience. She understands that post-cosmetic OpCare is not a fixed protocol or formula to be followed, but a highly individualized process.

Each client heals differently, and her approach is adapted with precision to support the unique needs of every stage of recovery.

A frequently asked question is: why does post-cosmetic care MLD cost more than regular MLD?

Post-cosmetic care MLD is not performed using the same technique as traditional non-procedural MLD. It requires a specialized clinical application tailored to post-surgical recovery. In addition, post-cosmetic care requires at least five different techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Her approach reflects training across multiple schools and a continued commitment to ongoing education, allowing her to integrate a broader range of techniques within her work.

Neria understands that recovery following cosmetic procedures extends beyond fluid management alone. Her method is designed to address the complexities of post-cosmetic healing, supporting tissue response, structure, and overall recovery through a more comprehensive approach.

Neria continued her education in the United States, obtaining her massage certification and expanding her knowledge through multiple specialized training programs. She also pursued advanced studies in Manual Lymphatic Drainage across several schools worldwide, continuously developing her clinical expertise. She has studied with respected institutions, including the Academy of Lymphatic Studies and the Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy, while maintaining strong roots in Brazilian post-cosmetic care techniques, widely recognized for their advanced aesthetic approach.

Neria has also continued advanced studies in post-cosmetic care and has been guided by mentorship in Brazil, further strengthening her expertise and professional approach.

Throughout her professional journey, Neria has worked in both clinical and spa settings in Brazil and Marin County, California, where she was also known as “Marie” during her time in the United States. Alongside this, she has always maintained an independent practice as the founder and business owner of her own brand. Since 2012, she has been based in San Rafael, and in 2018, she chose to dedicate her work exclusively to her own practice, allowing her to deliver her method with full integrity, consistency, and focus.