Cosmetic and Skin Treatments in Toukley, Central Coast
Every treatment at Coastal Glow Cosmetics starts with a consultation. We assess your skin and concerns, talk through suitable options (including not having treatment) and explain potential risks, recovery and costs before anything is booked.
All cosmetic treatments require a consultation to assess suitability. Individual results vary.
REJURAN®
REJURAN® is a polynucleotide skin treatment made from purified DNA fragments derived from salmon. It may be recommended for concerns such as uneven skin texture, fine crepey skin, enlarged pores and the appearance of acne scarring, including the delicate skin around the eyes.
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What to Expect
A numbing cream is applied before treatment. Discomfort varies between people. A course of treatments spaced several weeks apart is usually recommended, with changes developing gradually over the course. The number of sessions suited to your skin is discussed at your consultation.Potential Risks
Small raised bumps at the injection points, which may last a few days, along with redness, swelling, bruising and tenderness. Infection and allergic reaction are uncommon. This treatment is not suitable if you have a fish or salmon allergy, so let us know at your consultation.Aftercare
Avoid makeup for 12 hours, and avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, heat and alcohol for 24 hours. Avoid touching or massaging the area, and wear SPF daily.
Facial Lines and Expression Concerns
Consultation-led treatment options for lines caused by facial movement, including the forehead, frown area, around the eyes and the neck.
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What to Expect
Your treatment plan is based on a detailed consultation and assessment of your facial movement. Discomfort varies between people. Effects generally develop gradually over up to two weeks and commonly last around three to four months, although this varies. Repeat treatment is needed to maintain effects, and a review appointment may be recommended.Potential Risks
Possible side effects include redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness at the treatment sites and headache. Less common risks include asymmetry and temporary drooping of the eyelid or brow. All risks are discussed in detail at your consultation.Aftercare
Stay upright for four hours, avoid touching or massaging the area, and avoid strenuous exercise, saunas and heat for 24 hours. Contact the clinic if you have any concerns after treatment.
Facial Volume and Balance
Treatment options for concerns relating to volume and proportion in areas such as the cheeks and chin, tailored to your facial anatomy following a clinical assessment.
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What to Expect
Numbing options are discussed at your consultation. Swelling usually settles over one to two weeks, and the treated area is reviewed after this time. How long effects last varies depending on the area treated and the individual, and repeat treatment is needed to maintain them. This is discussed at your consultation.Potential Risks
Common side effects include swelling, bruising, redness and tenderness. Other risks include lumps, asymmetry, infection and, rarely, blockage of a blood vessel, which can cause tissue damage or changes to vision. All risks are discussed in detail at your consultation.Aftercare
Avoid makeup for 12 hours, and avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, saunas and heat for 24 hours. Contact the clinic immediately if you notice increasing pain, skin colour changes or changes to your vision.
Lip Concerns
Options for patients concerned with lip hydration, shape or definition. We'll talk through what's realistic for you, your lip anatomy, and the risks and recovery involved.
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What to Expect
Numbing options are discussed at your consultation. Lips commonly swell for several days, and the treated area is reviewed once swelling has settled at around two weeks. How long effects last varies between individuals, and repeat treatment is needed to maintain them. This is discussed at your consultation.Potential Risks
Swelling, bruising, tenderness, lumps, asymmetry, cold sore flare-ups and infection. Rarely, blockage of a blood vessel can occur, which can cause tissue damage. Let us know at your consultation if you have a history of cold sores.Aftercare
Avoid lipstick and lip products for 12 hours, and avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, saunas and heat for 24 hours. Contact the clinic immediately if you notice increasing pain or changes to skin colour.
Skin Quality and Hydration
Treatments for concerns such as dehydration, dullness, texture and fine crepey skin on the face and neck.
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What to Expect
A course of sessions spaced several weeks apart is usually recommended, with the number of sessions discussed at your consultation. Changes develop gradually over the course of treatment, and maintenance sessions may be recommended.Potential Risks
Small raised bumps at the treatment points for one to two days, along with redness, swelling, bruising and tenderness. Infection is uncommon. All risks are discussed at your consultation.Aftercare
Avoid makeup for 12 hours, and avoid strenuous exercise, saunas and heat for 24 hours. Avoid touching or massaging the area.
Microneedling (Skin Needling) in Toukley
Microneedling, also known as skin needling or collagen induction therapy, creates controlled micro-channels in the skin. It may be recommended for concerns such as uneven texture, enlarged pores and the appearance of acne scarring.
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Microneedling with Skin Booster
Microneedling can be paired with a skin booster serum, applied during treatment, for patients with concerns such as dehydration and dullness. Whether this add-on suits your skin is assessed at your consultation.What to Expect
A numbing cream is applied before treatment. Your skin may look and feel similar to mild sunburn for one to three days, with possible dryness or flaking after that. A course of treatments spaced four to six weeks apart is often recommended, and maintenance sessions may be suggested.Potential Risks
Redness, swelling, sensitivity, dryness, breakouts, infection and changes in pigmentation. Microneedling may not be suitable if you have active acne, skin infections or certain skin conditions, which is assessed at your consultation.Aftercare
Avoid makeup for 24 hours, avoid active skincare (such as retinol, acids and exfoliants) for three to five days, and avoid exercise, saunas and heat for 24 hours. Wear SPF daily and limit sun exposure.
Dull and Uneven Skin Tone
Treatments for concerns such as dullness and uneven skin tone, recommended following a skin assessment.
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What to Expect
A course of sessions is usually recommended, with timing discussed at your consultation. Maintenance sessions may also be suggested.Potential Risks
Small raised bumps, redness, swelling, bruising and tenderness for one to two days. Infection is uncommon.Aftercare
Avoid makeup for 12 hours, and avoid strenuous exercise, saunas and heat for 24 hours.