New Aspect Appearance Medicine With Lauren

03/09/2026

IT’S HERE! THE KOREAN PROFESSIONAL GRADE NECK FIRMING CREAM HAS ARRIVED! This isn't a standard drug store grade cream this is a professional-grade cosmeceutical.

My first shipment has officially landed and stock will be available in clinic next week!

I only have limited stock in this shipment but for a limited time you can grab a jar for $120.

I’ve been using mine religiously morning & night and I’m genuinely obsessed with it. I’ve included my own before & after photos so you can see the difference for yourself.

And the best part is a little goes such a long way. I’ve been using mine twice a day and my jar is STILL around ¾ full, so one jar should last you months.

This isn’t just a moisturiser. This was formulated specifically for the delicate skin of the neck and décolletage, targeting loss of firmness, crepey texture, fine lines, dryness and visible signs of ageing.

The formula contains multiple forms of collagen, 9 peptides and a powerhouse of skin-supporting ingredients.

✨ Multiple forms of collagen + collagen amino acids — help condition, hydrate and improve the appearance of smoother, plumper skin.

✨ 9 peptides, including Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 & Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 — support firmer-looking skin and target visible signs of ageing.

✨ Hyaluronic Acid — attracts and holds moisture, helping plump dehydration lines and that crepey appearance.

✨ Niacinamide — supports the skin barrier while helping improve uneven tone, texture and overall skin quality.

✨ Adenosine — a well-known Korean skincare ingredient used to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

✨ Ceramide NP + Squalane — help strengthen the skin barrier and keep the neck hydrated, soft and supple.

✨ Plus Ginseng, Vitamin E, Green Tea, Shea Butter and nourishing plant oils for additional antioxidant, moisturising and skin-conditioning support.

It also has that amazing thread-like collagen texture when you apply it. The formula uses Micro Collagen technology alongside its peptide and collagen complex.

If the goal is firmer, smoother, more hydrated neck skin then you NEED this cream!

03/09/2026

YOU CAN’T LOOK OVERDONE WHEN THE GOAL IS RESTORATIVE.

There’s a big difference between restoration and beautification. Restorative treatments are about putting back what time has taken away, replacing lost volume, restoring support, softening hollows and bringing the face back towards its previous proportions.

We’re not trying to create bigger cheeks, a sharper jaw or features you never had in the first place. We’re trying to restore what you used to have prior to the aging process.

When someone starts looking “overdone”, it’s usually because we’ve moved beyond restoration and into beautification which is intentionally changing or enhancing features beyond their natural baseline.

And there’s absolutely a place for beautification. Voluminous lips, higher more projected cheeks, a stronger chin, a sharper jawline, these can look all incredible when that’s the goal.

With my more mature clients, restoration is usually the priority. I'm not trying to make a 55-year-old face look 25. I’m trying to look at what ageing has changed and restore some of what was there before, while still respecting the face in front of me.

So if I recommend 4, 5 or 6+mL across an entire face, that does not mean you’re going to look “filled”.
Those syringes may be carefully distributed across the temples, midface, cheeks, preauricular area, chin or lower face sometimes only small amounts in each area.
We’re rebuilding what has been lost, not adding 6 mL on top of the face you had at 25.That is such an important distinction.

A single syringe scattered around a face with significant volume loss isn't enough to meaningfully restore anything. Being too conservative with the total amount will give underwhelming & unsatisfactory results.

And restoration doesn’t necessarily happen in one appointment either. I often prefer to build gradually, reassess and continue in stages.

So please don't panic when you see the number of syringes in a treatment plan. The number of syringes doesn't determine whether someone looks overdone. What matters is where that product is placed & why it is being used.

Done well, people shouldn’t necessarily know what you’ve had done. AND I DO IT WELL 😉

02/09/2026

HONEST CHAT… why the heck am I seeing so many completely smooth upper faces, while the under-eye (or in fact whole eye area) is being totally neglected!

Smooth forehead. No frown. Absolutely beautiful and radiant and line-free up top then the under-eye area looks tired, crepey, hollow and significantly more aged.

It just looks wrong.

The crazy thing is, the eye area is actually one of the most delicate areas of the face and often one of the first places to show ageing. The skin here is incredibly thin, with less structural support, so changes in collagen, elasticity, hydration and volume become noticeable quickly.

Yet we’ll obsess over one tiny forehead line while completely ignoring the whole eye area. This makes zero sense to me!?

I LOVE anti-wrinkle treatments. But treating a face well is about so much more than removing movement. When you make one area incredibly smooth and youthful but neglect the area directly underneath it, you can actually make that ageing look even MORE obvious because of the contrast. And this us what I'm seeing ALL THE time!

Sometimes you don't necessarily need more tox.
Maybe the under-eye skin needs improving.
Maybe we need collagen stimulation.
Maybe we need hydration.
Maybe we need tightening.

I’m not saying stop treating the forehead, I LOVE a smooth upper face. What I'm saying is WHY so perfect on top but not bothering with other important areas such as the eye area.

If the forehead is flawless but the eyes are screaming for attention please consider treating this area too.
Often the biggest improvement comes from treating the area you’ve been ignoring. And for so many people that's the eye area.

All said with love.
Lauren 🖤

02/09/2026

WHY I CHOOSE RADIESSE 🖤

Both Sculptra and Radiesse stimulate your own collagen, but they do it differently.

SCULPTRA (PLLA)
Sculptra works largely through a controlled foreign-body/inflammatory response that activates fibroblasts and gradually stimulates new collagen production.

So essentially:
PLLA particles → immune/inflammatory response → fibroblast activation → collagen production

RADIESSE (CaHA)
Radiesse contains calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres that act as a scaffold within the tissue and can interact directly with fibroblasts using mechanical signalling that encourages fibroblasts to become active inturn stimulating the production of collagen and elastin.

So rather than relying as heavily on a sustained inflammatory foreign-body response:
CaHA microspheres → mechanical signalling + microspheres → mechanical signalling + fibroblast interaction → tissue regeneration.

Radiesse isn't only associated with the production of collagen but Research has also demonstrated increases in:

✨ Elastin
✨ Proteoglycans
✨ Fibroblast activity
✨ Angiogenesis/new blood vessel formation
✨ Extracellular matrix remodelling

One of the reasons I find this particularly interesting in the era of GLP-1 medications is that drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have demonstrated systemic anti-inflammatory effects.

We don't currently have enough clinical evidence to say that GLP-1 medications reduce the effectiveness of Sculptra, so I wouldn't make that claim.

However, because CaHA has multiple regenerative signalling pathways beyond inflammation alone, Radiesse remains my preferred biostimulator for many of my patients experiencing facial volume loss and skin laxity following weight loss.

Another difference I love is versatility, depending on how I use and dilute Radiesse, I can use it for structural support or as a hyperdiluted biostimulator when my goal is improving skin quality, laxity and firmness rather than simply adding volume.

Neither product is necessarily “better” but CaHA just makes sense to me. 🖤

01/09/2026

26/08/2026

My favourite things to hear as an injector 🥹🤍

“I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my face.”

“I’ve never had results like this before.”

“I’m obsessed with my face.”

“You’ve given me back my confidence.”

“I travelled from out of town just to see you.”

“I’m SO happy.”

“You’re the best injector I’ve ever had.”

“I didn’t feel a thing!”

“Normally it’s painful, but not with you.”

“I’ve told all my friends about you.”

“I didn’t bruise at all!”

“I honestly couldn’t be happier.”

" I trust you completely "

" You are so gentle "

These are the comments that absolutely make my day. Because for me, this job has never just been about injecting faces. I’ve spent years training, learning, practising and refining my skills because I genuinely care about being bloody good at what I do. And I truly care about getting the best results for you.

I want you to feel safe in my chair. I want you to trust me with your face. I want your treatment to be as comfortable as possible, and most importantly, I want you to walk out feeling more confident and more refreshed.

So when someone tells me they’ve travelled hours to see me, trusted me after a bad experience elsewhere, recommended me to all their friends, or simply looks in the mirror feels better about themselves that means more to me than you probably realise. 🥹

Eight years into injecting and hearing these things still never gets old. 🤍

Thank you to every single one of you that choose me. These words give me the warm fuzzies, every single time. 🥰

Lauren ###

25/08/2026

This is what well-placed Botox can do

This beauty had her frown, forehead and crow’s feet treated and the result is such a beautiful overall refresh.

Her under-eyes look more rested, her brows look subtly lifted at the brow tail, her forehead looks fresh and frown line gone! She genuinely looks younger and more rested.

Nothing looks heavy or frozen. She still looks like herself, just smoother, brighter and lifted.

I always look at the whole upper face, because treating these muscles together and getting the balance right can completely change how fresh the face looks.

Smooth. Lifted. Refreshed. Still you. 🤍

Botox®, Prescription Medicine for the treatment of frown lines and crow's feet around the eyes. Botox® has risks and benefits. Ask your doctor if Botox® is right for you. Botulinum toxin type A 50, 100, 200 Units. For product information check with your doctor or Consumer Medicine Information on www.medsafe.govt.nz. Allergan, Auckland.

25/08/2026

I’m really excited to introduce some new Korean clinical skin treatments into clinic. And when I say K-Beauty, I’m not talking about the TikTok crap! I’m talking about clinical K-Beauty, professional treatments designed to actually target pigmentation, texture, ageing, laxity, skin quality and hair growth.

Here’s what I’m bringing in:

GREEN SPICULE PEEL
This has already become one of my favourites. A spicule-based resurfacing treatment that stimulates skin renewal without acids. Great for pigmentation, pores, uneven texture, fine lines, congestion and post-acne marks. Expect some downtime and peeling!

BRIGHTENING PEEL
For the pigment girlies! Designed to target uneven tone, pigmentation, sun damage and dullness while improving overall clarity and brightness. A great option when resurfacing isn't necessarily the main goal but getting that skin tone more even is.

LAZER PEEL
No actual laser involved! This is a clinical resurfacing treatment for texture, enlarged pores, fine lines, dullness and visible ageing. I love this for skin that's starting to look a little rough or tired and needs smoothing and renewal. No downtime at all!

LIFTING PEEL
This one is all about firming, tightening and smoothing. Designed for skin that's starting to lose that firmness and bounce, particularly fine, crepey skin. I can see this becoming a favourite for the face and neck.

HAIR GROWTH TREATMENT
Focused on scalp health and supporting thicker, healthier-looking hair. Great for thinning and reduced density.

PDRN + RF/MICRONEEDLING
Microneedling creates controlled micro-injury to stimulate your own collagen and repair processes, and we combine this with PDRN as a topical professional treatment to support recovery, hydration and overall skin quality.

I’ve been wanting to expand the skin side of my clinic for a while, but I wanted treatments that actually fitted with the way I like to work, targeted & results-focused!

Those that know me know I don’t do fluffy anything 😂 I like products and treatments that get REAL results, and the faster the better.

More to come on each treatment and some education on K Beauty & why it's become so popular.

24/08/2026

MOUNT MAUNGANUI 🤍 NEXT CLINIC — 18TH & 19TH SEPTEMBER

I’ll be offering my full range of appearance medicine and skin treatments, including:

Anti-wrinkle treatments
Dermal filler
Skin boosters
Biostimulators
HIFU
RF Microneedling
Chemical & resurfacing peels
Personalised consultations & treatment plans

Whether you’re wanting a subtle refresh, restoring lost volume, improving skin quality or putting together a longer-term rejuvenation plan, we can work out what is right for your face, your goals and your timeline.

📍 189 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
📅 Friday 18th & Saturday 19th September

If you’ve been thinking about booking in, or you’re not quite sure what treatment you need, you’re always welcome to book a consultation and we can make a plan together. 🤍

Lauren | New Aspect Appearance Medicine