Taking the first step toward a cosmetic treatment—whether it's injectables, fillers, or a chemical peel—can be equal parts exciting and nerve-wracking. At Precision Skin, we believe in making the process as transparent and supportive as possible. This guide will walk you through what to expect, address the most common concerns, and help you feel confident about your journey toward healthier, more radiant skin that you’ll be confident showing off.
Step 1: Start With a Personalised Consultation
Your first step should always be a consultation with a qualified professional. At Precision Skin, every treatment plan begins with a conversation. We'll talk about your skin concerns, goals, lifestyle, and budget. From there, we can recommend the right treatment or combination of treatments that is best suited to your needs.
During a consultation, ensure you ask all the questions that might concern you - nothing is too small. Whether you're wondering about long-term effects or want to know how quickly you'll see results, we’re here to help answer your questions as honestly as possible so you’re fully informed about the treatment and what to expect.
Step 2: Understand Your Treatment Options
Not all skin treatments are created equal and that’s a good thing! At Precision Skin, we offer a wide range of non-invasive cosmetic and skin rejuvenation treatments designed to target specific concerns, from hydration and fine lines to pigmentation, texture, and loss of firmness.
Before your appointment, it’s helpful to have a basic understanding of the treatment you’re booked in for (or considering), so you can feel more confident and comfortable on the day. If you’re unsure what you need, don’t worry—that’s exactly what our consultations are for.
Here’s a quick overview of some of our most popular treatments and what they do:
Profhilo®
A bioremodelling injectable treatment that hydrates and improves skin quality by stimulating collagen and elastin production. Profhilo is perfect for dull, crepey, or aging skin and offers subtle, natural-looking results with minimal downtime.
Dermal Fillers
Used to restore volume, soften lines around the mouth, or enhance features (like lips or cheeks). Our approach is always subtle and natural but never overdone. Understanding what you’re hoping to achieve will help guide the treatment plan.
Botox
Botox is used to treat forehead, frown lines, and crow’s feet, through a series of small injections just under the skin. It can also be used around your mouth, chin, jawline, and neck to lift the lower face. It is one of the safest and most effective anti-aging treatments available.
Dermal Needling
Stimulates the skin’s natural collagen and elastin production to improve texture, scarring, fine lines, and overall skin resilience by creating micro-channels in the skin, which not only trigger a regenerative response but also allow for the deep infusion of targeted serums chosen to address your specific skin concerns.
This is an ideal treatment if you’re not quite ready for injectables, it’s not invasive but delivers visible results—making it a great first step into the world of advanced skin treatments. Expect some redness post-treatment, so it’s helpful to plan around social events.
Chemical Peels
Tailored to your skin needs (brightening, clearing congestion, rejuvenation), our chemical peels are a step up from what you can do at home but still gentle enough to fit into real life. Some require downtime, others don’t—this will be discussed in advance.
We have options to suit your particular concern, and will explain how each option works and what suits your skin best.
Step 3: Know What to Expect Before and After
One of the most common worries for first-timers is, “Will it hurt?”
Here’s the truth:
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Pain: Most treatments are very tolerable. We use numbing creams or cooling techniques where needed to make you comfortable.
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Downtime: This varies by treatment. Many clients can return to work the same or next day. We’ll always tell you exactly what to expect.
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Results: Some treatments show instant results (like chemical peels), while others (like skin boosting) improve over several days or weeks. We’ll give you a timeline so you know what to expect.
Step 4: Follow Your Prep and Aftercare Instructions
Prepping your skin properly is just as important as the treatment itself. Before your appointment, we may recommend:
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Avoiding active skincare ingredients (like retinol or acids) for a few days
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Hydrating well internally and externally
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Staying out of the sun or avoiding tanning products
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Avoiding waxing, threading or tanning on the treatment area
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Skipping alcohol or anti-inflammatories before injectables (to reduce bruising risk)
We get a full breakdown of your allergies or intolerances before your treatment as part of your consultation, to ensure we’re using the right products on your skin.
After your treatment, we’ll give you tailored aftercare which might include:
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Using specific homecare to soothe or hydrate your skin and promote the best results at home
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Avoiding heat, exercise, or active ingredients for a short time
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Wearing broad-spectrum SPF (always!)
Step 5: Be Patient and Trust the Process
While we all love instant results, skin health takes time. Your treatment is part of a bigger picture—think of it as the start of a journey, not a quick fix.
We're here to guide you every step of the way, from first-time nerves to glowing results.
Still unsure?
At Precision Skin, you're in excellent company! Non-invasive cosmetic treatments are growing fast worldwide and right here in New Zealand. In 2023 alone, around 19 million non-surgical aesthetic procedures were performed globally, including injectables like Botox and fillers, an increase of over 55% compared to surgical treatments. In New Zealand, the aesthetic injectables market has reached approximately NZ$15.8 million, with Botox and dermal fillers becoming increasingly popular amongst Kiwis. This trend reflects growing trust in gentle, minimally invasive treatments that offer real results with minimal downtime.
When you choose Precision Skin, you’re choosing a clinic that helps you choose the right treatment based solely on what’s best for your skin, with expert guidance and no pressure. Our approach is grounded in honesty and care and we’ll never recommend anything you don’t need. It’s all about understanding your skin, your goals, and working together to find the right path forward for you.
If you're curious about cosmetic treatments but not quite ready to take the plunge, a consultation with Kath is a great first step. She’ll answer your questions, walk you through your options, and help you feel informed and confident.
Book your consultation or email hello@precisionskin.co.nz to start your journey!
