My ClinicAppearance by Design is a boutique appearance medicine clinic specialising in muscle relaxing injectables for frown, crows feet lines, forehead etc and injectable volumising skin treatments. I have three locations of work , Whangaparaoa (Skin Passion Clinic), Coromandel (Allure Clinic)My main clinic is at 45 Awatea Dr Whitianga this premise offers complete privacy and easy parking.
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About Me
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I am a very experienced injector; I am passionate about client satisfaction and providing a personal approach to all clients. I have the skills to achieve amazing results. My knowledge in facial design, contours and sculpting are used to achieve the result you require and together we can enhance your natural look and help to slow the signs of ageing. I would love to meet you for a complementary consultation if you would like to discuss dermal fillers and wrinkle reducing injectables.
I am a New Zealand registered nurse with over twelve years experience injecting both dermal fillers and wrinkle reducing injectables. I have attended many international and national conferences and seminars with world renowned appearance specialists. My background is in Plastic surgery and Emergency nursing. I have worked within an appearance and holistic clinic in Milford and more recently for the largest skin and appearance company in New Zealand based in Ponsonby. I hold a diploma in Appearance Medicine and have the endorsement of a renowned Auckland based plastic surgeon. I maintain high professional and safety standards. Treatments and follow ups will be with me from start to finish. I have treated many clients including celebrities and other well known professionals. |
Clinic Treatments:
A quick fix for wrinkles Xeomin® Botox®
The injectable products I use are of the most pure origin and have intense scientific backing ensuring longevity and safety of products. The product base has been used within cosmetic medicine for over 20 years. It acts on the neurotransmitters of the muscle inhibiting the transfer of acetylcholine and thereby preventing muscle . used for hyperhydrosis (a sweating disorder)
Xeomin is a purified botulinum toxin type A free from complexing proteins. It is used to improve the look of upper facial lines including frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines), wrinkles at the side of eyes (crows feet) and horizontal forehead lines.
Its main use is for wrinkle reduction in various areas of the face.
- Frown lines
- Forehead lines
- Crows lines (around eyes)
- Under the eyes
- Mid nose to reduce lines commonly known as bunnies.
- Reposition or lift the eyebrows by a few millimetres.
- Reduce heaviness of the eyelid or for an altered shape of the eyebrow.
- It can be used to treat fine line in the upper lip and can help prevent the pulling down affect around the mouth corners.
- A dimpled or active chin can also be relaxed.
- Other uses are for excessive sweating in the armpits (axilla) and it can also reduce headaches.
Prior to your treatment you will have a consultation where you can ask questions, a plan will be made, costs discussed, photos will be taken and a consent form signed. You can return to work immediately after your procedure.
Possible side effects;
As with any injections there can be risks and these will be discussed at your consultation. There is a small chance of bruising and some clients say they get a very mild headache post procedure.
You can choose to have the treatment during the initial consultation or book at a later date.
Dermal fillers, Belotero® Volumising Treatment
Dermal fillers consist of hyluronic acid, a substance that is naturally occurring within the human body, there are very high concentrations of hyluronic acid in connective soft tissue and in the dermis of the skin.
Advances in technology have resulted in a variety of hyluronic acid dermal fillers. A variation in the structure and size of molecules has been created for different areas of skin and depths of application. Differing skin issues can be addressed by selecting the most appropriate filler thereby achieving the best possible outcome. The fillers can be used for superficial lines, volumising and contouring.
Hyluronic acid is naturally metabolized within the body and may last between 6-24 months depending on the molecule structure and the individual's metabolic rate.
Dermal fillers are considered to be a very safe non-permanent option for facial enhancement and augmentation.
How dermal fillers help me to look better?
Dermal fillers are a naturally derived hyluronic acid that is directly injected into the skin with the purpose of plumping the area. The plumping will reduce unwanted hollowing, wrinkles, shadowing and general signs of aging which caused the face to drop creating areas of heaviness. The products can be used in many areas:
Results:
Results are immediate and will last from 6 to 18 months on average until the filler breaks down. Once the fillers start to dissipate you will need to be re treated to reintain the results. Most people who have fillers will need at least one follow up injection per year.
You can expect to look rejuvenated and refreshed post treatment although there may be bruising that can take up to one week to resolve.
When booking an appointment for dermal fillers it is important to take this into consideration and ensure that you do not have any major events coming up. Lips are prone to quite a lot of swelling and they can take 2-4 days to settle.
Your consultation will be informative and it will give you an idea of how the treatment will benefit you personally. Consent forms, photos, quotes and a treatment plan will be discussed.
Advances in technology have resulted in a variety of hyluronic acid dermal fillers. A variation in the structure and size of molecules has been created for different areas of skin and depths of application. Differing skin issues can be addressed by selecting the most appropriate filler thereby achieving the best possible outcome. The fillers can be used for superficial lines, volumising and contouring.
Hyluronic acid is naturally metabolized within the body and may last between 6-24 months depending on the molecule structure and the individual's metabolic rate.
Dermal fillers are considered to be a very safe non-permanent option for facial enhancement and augmentation.
How dermal fillers help me to look better?
Dermal fillers are a naturally derived hyluronic acid that is directly injected into the skin with the purpose of plumping the area. The plumping will reduce unwanted hollowing, wrinkles, shadowing and general signs of aging which caused the face to drop creating areas of heaviness. The products can be used in many areas:
- Adding volume and smoothing out the deep creases that run from the nose to the mouth(naso labial lines)
- Plumping lips and smoothing vertical lines around edges of the lips.
- Filling out depressions(hollows)under the eye area
- Improving indented scars
- Increasing volume to fill out gauntness in the cheek area which most often occurs due to fat pads shifting beneath the surface of the skin.
Results:
Results are immediate and will last from 6 to 18 months on average until the filler breaks down. Once the fillers start to dissipate you will need to be re treated to reintain the results. Most people who have fillers will need at least one follow up injection per year.
You can expect to look rejuvenated and refreshed post treatment although there may be bruising that can take up to one week to resolve.
When booking an appointment for dermal fillers it is important to take this into consideration and ensure that you do not have any major events coming up. Lips are prone to quite a lot of swelling and they can take 2-4 days to settle.
Your consultation will be informative and it will give you an idea of how the treatment will benefit you personally. Consent forms, photos, quotes and a treatment plan will be discussed.
Peels
What is a peel?
Will my skin peel off?
A peel is a resurfacing treatment which rejuvenates your skin.
No, your skin will not peel off. There will be a microscopic shedding of skin (dead cells caused by increased cell turnover and resurfacing of the skin))and in most cases and this will not be visible.
One of the peels that I use is the pumpkin peel. This peel contains ingredients such as glycolic acid, salicylic acid and pumpkin pulp .Pumpkins are high in Vitamin A (beta carotene) which is a highly active antioxidant. Proteolytic enzymes in the pumpkin pulp help breakdown the bonds between the dead cells enabling them the slough off to reveal a rejuvenated looking skin. Pumpkins also contain vitamin C another antioxidant that reduces the impact of free radicals on our skin.
Alpha hydroxyl acids (AHAs) and Beta hydroxyl acids (BHAs) penetrate layers of the skin to increase cell turnover in the cells of the dermis and epidermis.
Combined these ingredients are a perfect mix of ingredients for a highly effective rejuvenating peel.
Benefits:
Will my skin peel off?
A peel is a resurfacing treatment which rejuvenates your skin.
No, your skin will not peel off. There will be a microscopic shedding of skin (dead cells caused by increased cell turnover and resurfacing of the skin))and in most cases and this will not be visible.
One of the peels that I use is the pumpkin peel. This peel contains ingredients such as glycolic acid, salicylic acid and pumpkin pulp .Pumpkins are high in Vitamin A (beta carotene) which is a highly active antioxidant. Proteolytic enzymes in the pumpkin pulp help breakdown the bonds between the dead cells enabling them the slough off to reveal a rejuvenated looking skin. Pumpkins also contain vitamin C another antioxidant that reduces the impact of free radicals on our skin.
Alpha hydroxyl acids (AHAs) and Beta hydroxyl acids (BHAs) penetrate layers of the skin to increase cell turnover in the cells of the dermis and epidermis.
Combined these ingredients are a perfect mix of ingredients for a highly effective rejuvenating peel.
Benefits:
- Increase cell turnover
- Increase epidermal and dermal hydration
- Reduce acne breakouts
- Assist release of comedones (blackheads)
- Stimulates production of collagen and elastin
- Lightens pigmentation
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits
- Smoother and tighter skin
Dermal Needling/Dermapen
Dermal needling is a natural skin rejuvenating treatment. The Dermapen has many tiny needles that penetrate the skin, this in turn creates micro injury which promotes a cascade of healing .This healing response stimulates repair of cells which promote collagen induction. The microscopic penetrations allow for topical products to be infused into the skin during the procedure.
The Dermapen that I use is medical grade ensuring that the best results are achieved and the treatment can be done at many depths depending on the area of the face.
Dermapen is a revolutionary micro-needling device which aims to tighten, lift and rejuvenate skin. Dermapen is widely recognised as the gold standard in micro needling technology and has won multiple awards and has become one of the most trusted names in the medical aesthetic industry.
How will you benefit from this treatment?
It is recommended that a course of three treatments are undertaken one month apart for the best results. I have created packages to make this a more affordable option and added two complementary peels.
The Dermapen that I use is medical grade ensuring that the best results are achieved and the treatment can be done at many depths depending on the area of the face.
Dermapen is a revolutionary micro-needling device which aims to tighten, lift and rejuvenate skin. Dermapen is widely recognised as the gold standard in micro needling technology and has won multiple awards and has become one of the most trusted names in the medical aesthetic industry.
How will you benefit from this treatment?
- Help reduce pigmentation
- Skin rejuvenation and collagen induction
- Helps with cell turnover
- Skin tightening and increased elasticity
- Can be used in all of the tissue surrounding the eye to reduce fine lines and wrinkles in this area also.
- The treatments is also great for the skin on the neck
- Has an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefit
- Enhances the integrity of the epidermis which reduces the appearance of fine vessels on the surface of the skin
- Smoother and tighter skin
It is recommended that a course of three treatments are undertaken one month apart for the best results. I have created packages to make this a more affordable option and added two complementary peels.
SkinCare
I have studied skincare over the past 10 years and have selected a range of products that I believe are affordable and effective in combating the signs of aging.
The skin care range that I promote is Aspect Dr
To complement the Aspect Dr range I have selected some hero products from other ranges to ensure optimal results are achieved for your skin.
There are many products on the market and most have the key ingredients for rejuvenation that we read about. Unfortunately the percentage of active ingredients in these product varies immensely. The products that I promote are high in active ingredients and will have the ability to be absorbed into the deep layers of the skin. (eg serums)
The range
The range sold individually or in packages
One example
Aspect Dr Essential kit;
Deep clean facial cleanser;
A deep cleaning formula with Multi fruit extracts and a patented botanical retinol like active(Lana blue)to improve cellular renewal for a smoother, clearer and younger looking skin.
L-lactic Acid L Lactase boosts alpha hydroxyl acids.
Exfoliates and reduces trans epidermal water loss.
Has calming and soothing properties
Exfol A;
A potent Vitamin A formula that has superior stability coupled with exceptional cellular renewal activity for clearer, smoother, more evenly coloured, younger skin.
Vitamin works by normalising skin functions so it corrects all skin conditions. It is capable of reprogramming cellular function.
Vitamin A
Multi B:
Active C
Skin care products do work.
When I first tried the range I was sceptical about the benefits of good skin care, I used supermarket and chemist products. and woke up with dry skin.
Two weeks after using the Aspect Dr age management package my skin felt hydrated .I was also asked what treatment I had done to my skin to make it look so good.
I was then convinced that skin care does work. (Active skin care)
The skin care range that I promote is Aspect Dr
To complement the Aspect Dr range I have selected some hero products from other ranges to ensure optimal results are achieved for your skin.
There are many products on the market and most have the key ingredients for rejuvenation that we read about. Unfortunately the percentage of active ingredients in these product varies immensely. The products that I promote are high in active ingredients and will have the ability to be absorbed into the deep layers of the skin. (eg serums)
The range
- Formulated from the highest concentration of pure naturally-derived botanical with high octane cosmeceutical correctives
- Formulated with certified organic non-genetically modified ingredients wherever possible
- Charilly correct and optically pure actives for maximum clinical results without unnecessary irritation or trauma
- Free of propylene glycol
- Free of mineral oils
- Free of parabens or other harsh preservative systems
- Free of artificial fragrances
- Free of animal derived ingredients and never tested on animals
The range sold individually or in packages
One example
Aspect Dr Essential kit;
Deep clean facial cleanser;
A deep cleaning formula with Multi fruit extracts and a patented botanical retinol like active(Lana blue)to improve cellular renewal for a smoother, clearer and younger looking skin.
L-lactic Acid L Lactase boosts alpha hydroxyl acids.
Exfoliates and reduces trans epidermal water loss.
Has calming and soothing properties
Exfol A;
A potent Vitamin A formula that has superior stability coupled with exceptional cellular renewal activity for clearer, smoother, more evenly coloured, younger skin.
Vitamin works by normalising skin functions so it corrects all skin conditions. It is capable of reprogramming cellular function.
Vitamin A
- Thickens and stimulates the dermis-where your collagen, elastin and blood vessels are therefore reduces wrinkles and increases blood flow to the surface of the skin.
- Normalises blood flow and helps to reduce the symptoms of rosacea
- Increases the deposition of collagen therefore it slows the normal aging breakdown of your collagen and elastin
- Increases rate of wound healing
- Exfoliates-making skin smoother and even toned
- Repairs the cellular structure of the epidermis-optimising your UV protection
- Decreases clustering of melanin granules –so reducing brown spots or pigmentation
- Decreases sebum production and thus treats acne
- Promotes a healthy cellular membrane
- Helps eradicate pre-cancerous lesions
- Improves hydration in and around the cell
Multi B:
- Rich in yeast polypeptides and niacinamide(vitamin B)
- Antibacterial propertied and anti-irritant (Canadian willow herb)
- A potent blend of tocopherols and tocotrienois which reduces trans epidermal water loss
- Anti-inflammatory and inti irritant properties
Active C
- A stable oil soluble Vitamin ester C that provides anti-oxidant activity.
- Contains peptides which smooth the skin
- Provides instant tightening.
- Soothing and anti-irritant action
- Reduces trans epidermal water loss.
- Improves sun damaged skin
- Resveratrol moisturiser
- Provides outstanding reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkle. A potent blend of tocopherols and tocotrienols that reduce trans epidermal water loss and strengthens skin barrier function. Grape skin resveratrol an powerful antioxidant that improves cell function.
- This moisturiser will leave your skin feeling soft and hydrated without a greasy feeling. (Clients with normal to oily skin love this product)
Skin care products do work.
When I first tried the range I was sceptical about the benefits of good skin care, I used supermarket and chemist products. and woke up with dry skin.
Two weeks after using the Aspect Dr age management package my skin felt hydrated .I was also asked what treatment I had done to my skin to make it look so good.
I was then convinced that skin care does work. (Active skin care)
Hours
Whitianga Clinic Please call Fiona on 021 1388070 to arrange a suitable time.