Rookery Aesthetic

Rookery Aesthetic I’m Deborah Balerdi RN, INP, PgDip Aesthetics. I run a nurse-led, Save Face–registered clinic focused on natural results, skin health and patient safety.

Subtle, balanced treatments — always in safe hands.

There's a version of aesthetics that people are afraid of. The frozen forehead. The overfilled lips. The face that doesn...
16/08/2026

There's a version of aesthetics that people are afraid of. The frozen forehead. The overfilled lips. The face that doesn't quite move right. I understand why it puts people off.

But that's not what good aesthetics looks like — and it's not what I do.

The difference between looking "done" and looking refreshed comes down to a few things: the right amount of product, placed in the right areas, by someone who understands facial anatomy and has a good eye for proportion and balance.

When I treat someone, I'm not trying to change their face. I'm trying to help them look like the best version of themselves — well-rested, healthy, and natural.
The goal is always that nobody can tell, except that you look great. 🤍

Honestly? It depends on the treatment and the person — but it's usually much less than people expect.For most injections...
12/08/2026

Honestly? It depends on the treatment and the person — but it's usually much less than people expect.

For most injections, most people describe it as a very brief, sharp scratch. The needles are extremely fine and the treatment is quick. Most are surprised by how straightforward it is.

For dermal filler, there's a little more sensation because we're working with a slightly larger needle or a cannula, and we're placing product into tissue. Some fillers contain lidocaine, which is a local anaesthetic, so the area numbs as we go. The lips are the most sensitive area — but even then, with a topical numbing cream applied beforehand, it is manageable.

For skin boosters and polynucleotides, the sensation is similar to filler — brief, manageable, and over quickly.

Pain tolerance is very individual, and I'll always work at a pace that feels comfortable. If something is uncomfortable, you just say so. 🤍

One of the most common things I hear in clinic is: "I wish I'd started sooner."And I understand why people wait. There's...
09/08/2026

One of the most common things I hear in clinic is: "I wish I'd started sooner."

And I understand why people wait. There's still a perception that aesthetics is something you turn to when things have gone quite far — when the lines are deep, the volume loss is significant, the changes are obvious. But the truth is, the best results come from working with your skin before it reaches and to prevent that point.

Collagen production starts declining in your mid-twenties. By the time you can see the effects — the fine lines, the loss of firmness, the hollowing — the process has been underway for years. Starting with skin health treatments, good skincare, and SPF in your twenties and thirties means you're maintaining something rather than trying to reverse it.

That's not about looking younger. It's about looking like yourself for longer.

I'm not here to push treatments on anyone who isn't ready. But if you're in your early thirties and thinking about it — it's worth having the conversation sooner rather than later. 🤍

Packing light is not something I'm naturally good at. But my skincare? That I've got down to a perfect match for me. Her...
05/08/2026

Packing light is not something I'm naturally good at. But my skincare? That I've got down to a perfect match for me.

Here's what actually travels with me:

A gentle cleanser — nothing stripping, especially in a hot climate where skin can get dehydrated.

A barrier support and repair cream. An essential for me all year round

A good moisturiser — heat and air conditioning are both dehydrating, and hydrated skin handles sun exposure better.

SPF 50 — obviously. Non-negotiable.

I leave any actives such as chemical exfoliants and retinol at home — they increases photosensitivity, so unless you're being very very disciplined about SPF and staying out of direct sun, a holiday isn't the time for them

Simple, effective, and consistent. That's all skin really needs. 🤍

Since I'm currently somewhere sunny, it feels like the right time to talk about what the sun actually does to your skin ...
02/08/2026

Since I'm currently somewhere sunny, it feels like the right time to talk about what the sun actually does to your skin — and why I'm still applying SPF every single morning even more so on holiday.

UV radiation is the single biggest driver of premature skin ageing. Not stress, not diet, not genetics — UV, although they do contribute. UV breaks down collagen and elastin, causes pigmentation, and creates the kind of cumulative damage that shows up years later as fine lines, uneven tone, and texture changes.

A tan isn’t a sign of healthy skin—it’s a sign your skin is defending itself.

UV radiation damages the DNA inside your skin cells. In response, your body produces more melanin, creating a tan to help protect against further damage. By the time your skin changes colour, DNA damage has already occurred.

The healthiest glow is the one protected by SPF

We're off. 🇫🇷Family time, sunshine, and absolutely no syringes. In the meantime, you can still book online for when I r...
29/07/2026

We're off. 🇫🇷

Family time, sunshine, and absolutely no syringes. In the meantime, you can still book online for when I return.

I'll be popping up here occasionally with some content I've prepared, but mostly I'll be present with my family and recharging.

The kids are very excited. The dogs are less impressed about being left behind. As soon as the suitcases came out they started sulking but they do get very spoilt at the dog sitter so they are happy really.

See you when I get back. 🤍

Something I think gets lost in the conversation about dermal filler is this: not all fillers are the same, and the produ...
26/07/2026

Something I think gets lost in the conversation about dermal filler is this: not all fillers are the same, and the product matters as much as the technique.

Different areas of the face have very different structural needs. A soft, flexible hyaluronic acid works beautifully in the lips — it moves naturally and integrates well with delicate tissue. But use that same product in an area that needs structural support, like the jawline or chin, and you won't get the result you're looking for. You need something with more lift capacity and longevity.

Then there are biostimulators like Radiesse, which don't just add volume — they stimulate your own collagen production over time. That's a very different mechanism, and it suits certain patients and certain areas far better than a standard HA filler would.

When I plan a treatment, I'm thinking about anatomy, skin quality, the result we're trying to achieve, and which product is actually going to deliver that safely and effectively. It's never just "filler" — it's a considered clinical decision.🤍

One of the things I love most about a thorough consultation is being able to show someone something they hadn't thought ...
22/07/2026

One of the things I love most about a thorough consultation is being able to show someone something they hadn't thought about.

Most people come in with a specific concern — usually the lips, the nose-to-mouth lines, or the under-eyes. And those are all valid. But when I look at a face as a whole, I'm often drawn to areas that make a much bigger difference to the overall result than people realise.

The temples are one of my favourites. Volume loss here is incredibly common from our mid-thirties onwards, but because it happens gradually, most people don't notice it consciously. They just feel like they look tired, or that their face has changed shape. Restoring a little volume to the temples can have a positive effect on the whole upper face and make everything look more balanced — without touching a single thing that people traditionally associate with "having work done."

The chin is another one. A well-projected chin frames the lower face, improves the jawline definition, and can improve balance and profile. It's often a small amount of product with a disproportionately large impact on the overall result.

I'll discuss these things at consultation if beneficial— not to upsell, but because I genuinely think the best results come from treating the face as a whole. 🤍

Something I want to say to my existing patients as much as anyone new: the consultation isn't just for first timers.If i...
15/07/2026

Something I want to say to my existing patients as much as anyone new: the consultation isn't just for first timers.

If it's been a while, if your skin has changed, if you've started new medication, if you've had a baby, gone through menopause, or just feel like your face looks different to how it used to — come and talk to me.

Our faces change. What worked brilliantly two years ago might not be the right approach now. And that's completely normal. The best results come from regularly reassessing and adjusting, not from just repeating the same treatment on autopilot.

So let’s have a conversation and change the plan rather than carrying on with something that no longer serves you.

My door is always open. 🤍

Right then. I'm back. 🤍Just a couple of short evening clinics to start with, but honestly it felt so good to be back in ...
12/07/2026

Right then. I'm back. 🤍

Just a couple of short evening clinics to start with, but honestly it felt so good to be back in my room, doing my thing.

Thank you — genuinely — for your patience over the past few weeks. Your messages, your kind words, and your understanding have meant more than I can say. I have missed you all.

I'm easing back in gently so please bear with me while I catch up. So if you've been waiting to book, now's the time. Link in bio. 🤍

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Scotter
DN213UD

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