About

cima | ci-ma | noun

Sounds like: see-mah

In Spanish, cima means summit, peak, or the highest point of a mountain.

Cima Wellness is a results-driven skincare and wellness studio built on craftsmanship, intention, and real care. Born in New York and now based in Westport, Connecticut, we bring together advanced technology, science-backed products, and holistic practice to support long-term skin health and overall well-being.

We offer facials, nail care, brows, lashes, and restorative experiences designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect with yourself. Every treatment is personalized, guided by expert technique, and rooted in a commitment to healthier beauty.

Meet the Founder

Founded by Gennesis Alexandra, Cima Wellness is the culmination of years spent working across beauty, wellness, and hospitality. Raised between Colombia and the United States and shaped by a decade in New York City, where Cima first began, her approach blends technical expertise with a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, connection, and intentional care.

Through advanced training in cosmetology, esthetics, holistic modalities, and birth work, Gennesis has developed a philosophy rooted in the belief that care can be both effective and deeply restorative. Every detail of Cima reflects her commitment to creating experiences that help people feel seen, supported, and well.

Outside of the studio, Gennesis enjoys spending time with her fiancé, Noah (the dog), and the people she loves. She’s usually hosting dinner, or with her friends and family and simply enjoying time to rest and unwind.

Gennesis has worked across the beauty and wellness industries in New York City, supporting leading skincare, wellness, and clean beauty brands through retail, education, treatment development, consulting, and creative projects.

Her work has included consulting for emerging brands and wellness concepts, with products and partners featured at retailers such as Credo Beauty, Sephora, and Ulta Beauty, as well as national campaigns and industry collaborations. She has also contributed to spa and wellness projects, including consulting for Inness, the Hudson Valley retreat recognized in Vogue's Global Spa Guide, along with a range of boutique salons, wellness studios, and hospitality concepts.

Throughout her career, Gennesis has cared for a diverse clientele including creatives, founders, industry leaders, and public figures, bringing the same thoughtful attention and personalized approach to every treatment and experience.

Our Team

Apprentice Cosmetologist

Wandaely began her beauty education through four years of cosmetology training at a technical high school. She currently supports guests through nail, brow, and lash services while continuing to expand her knowledge and hands-on experience.

Drawn to thoughtful, detail-oriented beauty, she is passionate about helping clients feel confident and cared for. Wandaely has a growing interest in healthier beauty practices and is committed to continuing her education in nails, brows, and lashes.

Outside of the studio, she enjoys spending time with her sisters and loved ones.

Nail Technician

Esmeralda studied nail technology at Christine Valmy in New York City and brings a thoughtful, client-centered approach to her work. Known for her gentle touch and attention to detail, she is dedicated to creating a comfortable experience where every guest feels cared for and supported.

Grounded in hospitality and genuine care, Esmeralda believes nail services should be both restorative and beautiful. She enjoys helping clients maintain healthy natural nails while creating results that feel polished, effortless, and personal.

Outside of the studio, Esmeralda enjoys spending time with family and continuing to expand her knowledge of nail care and wellness.

Esthetician

Lindsey’s educational background began at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she served as Community Director for Protect Our Breasts, a breast cancer prevention organization. This is where she built a strong knowledge of ingredient safety and women’s health. She later completed her Esthetics education at the New York School of Esthetics and became a licensed esthetician in both New York and Connecticut.

Lindsey blends personalized facials with deep rooted care. With a passion for holistic beauty, with a gentle and sensitive approach, she focuses on understanding what each person needs to nurture themselves more fully, helping them reconnect with a more embodied and centered version of themselves. Her approach offers a fresh and thoughtful perspective on the relationship between skincare and inner well-being.

Outside the studio, Lindsey enjoys a chai tea latte at her favorite cafe, a long nature walk, and cooking a hearty meal. Lindsey is also a photographer, a creative practice she has cultivated for over six years.

Class Instructor

When people ask Sara why she decided to be a teacher, she says that she is grateful with life because since she was a child she knew she wanted to help others. Help them to shine, to realize how marvelous they are just because of the inner wisdom we all keep inside us if we are aligned with ourselves. With more than six years of experience delivering Spanish classes for foreigners in an offline and online format and a master's degree on Teaching Methodology, she aims for high-quality tailored lessons and an engaging environment to boost the student confident so there is space for real improvement.

More recently, she has discovered a passion for yoga. With the practices of Yin yoga, Hatha, and Vinyasa, she has proved on her own that the mind and the body work better together. They are intrinsically linked to one another. That experience took her to hold now a YTT 200 hour-Hatha/Vinyasa and 50 hour-Yin Yoga certificates.

Outside of the studio, she really enjoys connecting with nature, traveling around the world, spending quality time with her beloved ones and practicing the art of doing things slowly.