Dr Cat’s November Update
I got a shock. The results from the mastectomy were definitely not what I expected. You may recall that last month I was recovering from my second mastectomy and reconstruction, purely as a precaution because they found high grade pre cancer in the breast at a biopsy...
What are Skin Boosters and how do they help facial rejuvenation?
There is a growing trend towards boosting skin health for facial rejuvenation, and this is something we have always encouraged here at The Face Place. What are skin boosters? Skin boosters are injectable treatments designed to enhance skin health by...
Understanding UV damage to DNA: what happens when the sun hits your skin?
We all know that too much sun exposure can lead to sunburn, wrinkles and even skin cancer. But have you ever wondered what happens to your skin at a deeper level when you are out in the sun? The answer lies in DNA damage caused by ultraviolet (UV)rays from the...
Role of topical vitamin A application
Vitamin A is the greatest deficiency in the world, most people are unaware they suffer from a chronic, localised deficiency of vitamin A. As vitamin A is light sensitive, it is destroyed everyday in our skin and that is the main reason why we develop photoaging. You...
Our Comprehensive Learning Platform: Preparing You for Safe and Confident Practice
At TFP Academy, we believe that mastering the foundations is crucial before learners move on to practical, hands-on training. That's why we’ve designed a comprehensive learning platform that our learners will utilise prior to any face-to-face training. This platform...
The Power of Two!
Our Medical Team have the privilege of attending major conferences for Cosmetic Medicine here in New Zealand and across the ditch, because our clinic’s leader and founder, Dr Catherine Stone, is relentless in investing in her team’s pursuit of continuous learning....
Dr Cat’s October Update
As you read this, I’ll be recovering from mastectomy and reconstruction at Ascot hospital, just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! On the advice of my breast surgeon, I did more scans when I got back from Denver and the Galapagos, which initially looked great....
Dr Cat’s September Update
50th Birthday bucket list Galapagos trip ticked! I’ve spent the last 8 days fulfilling a childhood dream to visit the Galápagos Islands - as a massive fan of nature documentaries and being a science/biology geek growing up, the Galapagos has been high on my bucket...
Understanding Hyperhidrosis Treatment with Botox
What is Hyperhidrosis? Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition that causes excessive sweating beyond what the body needs for temperature regulation. This can occur in various parts of the body, including the underarms, palms, feet, and face. For many people,...
Observ and Facial Ageing
The Skin Team recently attended a conference hosted by Observ. If you have ever had a Skin Assessment at the Face Place you will be familiar with Observ, the skin diagnostic tool that allows us to more easily identify texture, hydration and deeper pigmentation. Our...
Why Our Company Invests in Conferences: A Trainer’s Perspective
Why does The Face Place invest so much in sending the medical and skin teams to conferences? It’s a valid question. After all, attending conferences is a significant investment for our company, often raising questions about its worth due to potential revenue loss when...
Revitalash – The lash and brow formula that delivers results
The Story Behind RevitaLash RevitaLash Cosmetics isn’t just a beauty brand. It’s a heart-felt story of a husband who was inspired to give his wife a solution to help her feel beautiful during her courageous fight against breast cancer. From that single,...