Christa Louise beauty

Brows, lashes & a whole lot of collagen induction.

She came for the full treatment trifecta… brows ✔️ lashes ✔️ microneedling ✔️

That post-needling redness? Completely part of the process. Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, creates controlled micro-injuries that trigger the skin’s natural repair response and stimulate new collagen production.

The goal? Smoother, firmer, more refined skin with improved texture, fine lines and scarring with results that continue to develop as your skin remodels.

Basically… she’s red because we’ve been productive but also lacing pretty with brows and lashes

📍 Christchurch | Merivale

Question this week 🎥…… Where do you start?

For Caroline, sometimes it’s a small area like the frown lines. It’s a simple place to start, but softening that one area can make a surprisingly big difference, helping the brows sit a little higher, opening up the eye area and giving the face a fresher, more rested look.

And when the Botox naturally wears off, you can decide if you want to do it again… although you’ll probably want to 😉

For Christa Louise Beauty, it starts with understanding your skin.

The Skin Intro Facial looks at your skin, lifestyle, routine and, importantly, your skin barrier. If your barrier needs some attention, that’s where we start, before moving into treatments like dermal needling, microneedling and advanced skin treatments.

Because the best results start with the right starting point.

Start where you are. We’ll work out the rest together.

Why I always say: start slow with retinal.

Retinal is an incredible ingredient but stronger to start isn’t automatically better.

Your skin needs time to adapt. If you introduce it too quickly, you can end up with dryness, peeling, redness, tightness and sensitivity.

When your barrier becomes irritated, your skin can lose more water and become less resilient. Products you normally tolerate can suddenly sting, and instead of progressing your skin, you’re trying to calm it down.

The goal isn’t to see how much retinal your skin can survive.

It’s finding the level your skin can comfortably tolerate and use consistently.

Start slowly. Let your skin adjust. Build up gradually.

Consistency beats going too hard, too soon.

And trying to remember ALL of this when you’re a beauty therapist who’s used to talking to clients not a camera in your face suddenly makes your brain go blank 🤦🏼‍♀️

So if I’ve missed anything you want me to cover, send me a message

Stronger isn’t always better when it comes to retinoids.

Retinol is vitamin A, and the key is finding the right strength for your skin not jumping straight to the strongest option and risking compromising your skin barrier.

Think of it as the retinol ladder. Start at a level your skin can tolerate, build your way up and, most importantly, stay consistent.

Medik8 Crystal Retinal is a great way to introduce vitamin A. Its encapsulated retinal is slow-releasing, helping to deliver it gradually to the skin.

Once you find a strength your skin is happy with, aim for a minimum of 5 nights a week without irritation or compromising your barrier. Then, when your skin is ready, you can move up the ladder.

It’s not about stronger.
It’s about consistent, comfortable use that your skin can actually maintain.

Have questions about retinol? Pop them below Christa will be doing a more in-depth video on retinol soon.

Sydney Beauty Expo ✨

A little look around the Beauty Expo Australia discovering what’s new, what’s next and what could be worth bringing back to the studio for my clients.

New technology, treatments, products and plenty of inspiration. I’m always looking for ways to keep learning and bring something new to the treatment room.

And of course, a quick hello to Robyn McAlpine | Corneotherapist | Mentor while I was there 🙌

So much to see, learn and explore… and I’m already coming home with plenty of ideas.

Our weekly catch-up is back 🎥

This week we’re chatting about what you do between treatments - because consistency really does matter.

Stick to your routine, keep up with your LED, use ice when needed to help calm inflammation and reduce the risk of ( PIH ) post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, look after your skin and don’t be tempted to try a new “viral” product.

And Caroline is talking about her new Sculptra treatment.

Collagen-stimulating injectable designed to help lift, firm and support the skin as we naturally lose collagen. Think of it as working with your skin, not simply adding volume.

Two different treatments, but the same goal , keeping your skin looking healthy, strong and its best.

Simple, consistent, effective.