Hydrate, enhance and glow
with Facial ContouringFacial Contouring treatments with a Cosmetic Nurse can help to rejuvenate, enhance and re-volumise certain areas of the face. Whether you’re looking for a beautification result to refresh your appearance; Facial Contouring treatments can benefit you.
Due to the ageing process, collagen and elastin production declines overtime, this results in dehydrated, sagging tissue. By remodelling the skin and supporting the tissues, we can help stimulate your body’s cells to produce more collagen and elastin.
How can it benefit me
Beautification benefits: Facial Contouring can be used to enhance, contour and accentuate areas of the face for more defined look. eg. defined cheekbones, chiseled jawline, sculpted chin. Beautification treatments are more popular with younger clients.
Restorative benefits: Facial Contouring treatments can also be used to rejuvenate the face for a more youthful look. It can soften smile lines (nasolabial folds), blend lower face sagging and jowls for a more lifted look and smooth fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth. Restorative treatments are more popular with mature clients.
Your results
Depending on the type of product used and area treated; Facial Contouring treatments can last between 12-24 months. This is dependent upon your individual metabolism, lifestyle factors, level of activity, exercise, stress levels, hormonal imbalances and whether you smoke/drink alcohol frequently.
At Complexion Corner, we strive for natural results and cater to your desired look. Our desired aesethetic is always the natural, undetectable look.
Begin your journey here
See if this treatment is right for you by booking in for a Consultation for Facial Contouring at Complexion Corner today. This is a free service with an experienced, Cosmetic Nurse. It includes disclosure of pricing, full face assessment and treatment plan development. (Refundable holding fee required).
Alternatively, please text/call us directly on 0481 160 492
Facial Contouring Areas
Cheek
For Rejuvenation and Beautification.
See more below
Chin
A great way to balance the face for a more harmonised look
Jawline
Jaw line treatment can provide definition and contour to the lower face resulting in a stronger side profile.
Marionette
Marionette treatment can help support the lower face, soften fine lines and reduce any shadowing in this area.
Perioral
Nasolabial (smile lines):
Due to the ageing process, the face can lose volume and appear dragged down or have a ‘saggy’ appearance
Pre-jowl Sulcus
Cheek
For beautification: Treatment to the cheeks can provide a more lifted, contoured and defined look. This is great for clients who would like to enhance their features for a more lifted and defined appearance. Popular treatment for younger clients.
For rejuvenation/restoration: Due to the ageing process, the face can lose volume and appear dragged down or have a ‘saggy’ appearance. Re-volumisation in this area can help replace volume loss and provide structure for a more youthful, lifted look. Re-volumisation to the medial cheek can furthermore improve the appearance of a depleted tear trough/under eye area.
Chin
Treatment to the chin is a great way to balance the face for a more harmonized look. This treatment can correct asymmetries and lack of structure in the chin. It is important to consider chin treatments if you have had multiple Lip Volumisation treatments as the chin supports the lip structure. Chin Volumisation Treatments can be combined with Advanced Treatments depending on your desired results.
For elongation: This volumising treatment focuses on lengthening the chin to improve your front profile. A shortened chin can make the face look stunted and unbalanced. By treating this area, it can rebalance the face and inadvertently improve all the features of the face. Treatment for elongation can also camouflage the appearance of a double chin.
For projection: this treatment focuses on projecting the chin forwards to improve your side profile. A recessed chin can make the lower face look weak due to its lack of definition and structure. By bringing the chin forward with a volumising treatment it can balance out the proportions of your side profile for a more harmonized look. And no, our aim is not to give you a ‘witch like’ chin!
Jawline
Jawline Contouring can provide definition to the lower face resulting in a stronger side profile. Jawline Contouring and Pre-jowl Sulcus Volumisation can be used interchangeably as they are both treatments along the jawline.
Marionette Replacement (corners of mouth):
Due to the ageing process, the face can lose volume and appear dragged down or have a ’saggy’ appearance. By Re-Volumising this area, it can help replace volume loss, support the lower face, soften fine lines and reduce any shadowing giving an anti-ageing effect.
Pre-Jowl Sulcus Deficit/Heaviness:
If you’re noticing heaviness in the lower face by your jawline, pre jowl sulcus volumisation may be suitable for you. This area is otherwise known as the ‘jowls’ of the face, is a common concern for the ageing client. Treatment in this area will help blend the deficit between your chin and jawline for a more blended, seamless transition. Some people naturally have a deficit between their chin and jawline and can benefit from this treatment regardless of ageing concerns. Pre jowl Sulcus Volumisation and Jawline Contouring can be used interchangeably as they are both treatments along the jawline.
Perioral
Due to the ageing process, the mouth and surrounding structures can appear more wrinkled as the face loses volume. By smoothing and hydrating the structures around the mouth, it can help support the lips and lower face, soften fine lines and smooth out any irregularities. This can be combined with Wrinkle Reduction treatments in the upper lip to further reduce fine line formation above the lip.
Skin thinning & laxity can be further addressed by treating this area to hydrate and stimulate collagen & elastin production in the skin. Nanofusion and ultrafusion medical skin treatments is highly recommended with peri oral smoothing for best results. We work alongside dermal clinician Janet at Divine Skin Clinic and highly recommend her services as our treatments go hand in hand with advanced skin treatments.
Nasolabial Folds & Smile Lines
As our bone resorbs/shrinks with the ageing process, the midface can appear more ‘sunken in’ and heaviness is noticed around the smile lines. By addressing the smile lines, it can help soften and reduce shadowing in this area. Please note that in most cases, Cheek Volumisation is recommended prior to nasolabial smoothing treatments. Only small amounts of volume are placed in the nasolabial folds at one time.
Facial Contouring Areas
Cheek
For Rejuvenation and Beautification.
See more below
Chin
Jawline
Jaw line treatment can provide definition and contour to the lower face resulting in a stronger side profile.
Marionette
Marionette treatment can help support the lower face, soften fine lines and reduce any shadowing in this area.
Perioral
Due to the ageing process, the mouth and surrounding structures can appear more wrinkled as the face loses volume.
Nasolabial (smile lines):
Due to the ageing process, the face can lose volume and appear dragged down or have a ‘saggy’ appearance
Pre-jowl Sulcus
Due to the ageing process, the face can lose volume and appear dragged down or have a ‘saggy’ appearance
Cheek
For beautification: Treatment to the cheeks can provide a more lifted, contoured and defined look. This is great for clients who would like to enhance their features for a more lifted and defined appearance. Popular treatment for younger clients.
For rejuvenation/restoration: Due to the ageing process, the face can lose volume and appear dragged down or have a ‘saggy’ appearance. Re-volumisation in this area can help replace volume loss and provide structure for a more youthful, lifted look. Re-volumisation to the medial cheek can furthermore improve the appearance of a depleted tear trough/under eye area.
Chin
Treatment to the chin is a great way to balance the face for a more harmonized look. This treatment can correct asymmetries and lack of structure in the chin. It is important to consider chin treatments if you have had multiple Lip Volumisation treatments as the chin supports the lip structure. Chin Volumisation Treatments can be combined with Advanced Treatments depending on your desired results.
For elongation: This volumising treatment focuses on lengthening the chin to improve your front profile. A shortened chin can make the face look stunted and unbalanced. By treating this area, it can rebalance the face and inadvertently improve all the features of the face. Treatment for elongation can also camouflage the appearance of a double chin.
For projection: this treatment focuses on projecting the chin forwards to improve your side profile. A recessed chin can make the lower face look weak due to its lack of definition and structure. By bringing the chin forward with a volumising treatment it can balance out the proportions of your side profile for a more harmonized look. And no, our aim is not to give you a ‘witch like’ chin!
Jawline
Jawline Contouring can provide definition to the lower face resulting in a stronger side profile. Jawline Contouring and Pre-jowl Sulcus Volumisation can be used interchangeably as they are both treatments along the jawline.
Marionette Replacement (corners of mouth):
Due to the ageing process, the face can lose volume and appear dragged down or have a ’saggy’ appearance. By Re-Volumising this area, it can help replace volume loss, support the lower face, soften fine lines and reduce any shadowing giving an anti-ageing effect.
Pre-Jowl Sulcus Deficit/Heaviness:
If you’re noticing heaviness in the lower face by your jawline, pre jowl sulcus volumisation may be suitable for you. This area is otherwise known as the ‘jowls’ of the face, is a common concern for the ageing client. Treatment in this area will help blend the deficit between your chin and jawline for a more blended, seamless transition. Some people naturally have a deficit between their chin and jawline and can benefit from this treatment regardless of ageing concerns. Pre jowl Sulcus Volumisation and Jawline Contouring can be used interchangeably as they are both treatments along the jawline.
Perioral
Due to the ageing process, the mouth and surrounding structures can appear more wrinkled as the face loses volume. By smoothing and hydrating the structures around the mouth, it can help support the lips and lower face, soften fine lines and smooth out any irregularities. This can be combined with Wrinkle Reduction treatments in the upper lip to further reduce fine line formation above the lip.
Skin thinning & laxity can be further addressed by treating this area to hydrate and stimulate collagen & elastin production in the skin. Nanofusion and ultrafusion medical skin treatments is highly recommended with peri oral smoothing for best results. We work alongside dermal clinician Janet at Divine Skin Clinic and highly recommend her services as our treatments go hand in hand with advanced skin treatments.
Nasolabial Folds & Smile Lines
As our bone resorbs/shrinks with the ageing process, the midface can appear more ‘sunken in’ and heaviness is noticed around the smile lines. By addressing the smile lines, it can help soften and reduce shadowing in this area. Please note that in most cases, Cheek Volumisation is recommended prior to nasolabial smoothing treatments. Only small amounts of volume are placed in the nasolabial folds at one time.
FAQ
What are Facial Contouring treatments?
Facial Contouring treatments include PDO threads and what was previously known as ‘Dermal Filler. Due to TGA advertising guidelines, we are no longer allowed to refer to the originally known term ‘Dermal Filler anymore. Facial Contouring treatments remain the same; same products and targeting different concerns to the face. These treatments are performed by an experienced, Registered Cosmetic Nurse.
Do I have to book in for a consultation?
Yes. You must select a treatment beginning with ‘Consultation’ to book in with Complexion Corner. If you know what treatment you are getting (eg. wrinkle reduction or lip volumisation) please select ‘Consultation’ for Wrinkle Reduction’ or ‘Consultation for Lip Volumisation’. If you are unsure what to book in for, please select ‘Not sure what to book’ or ‘Free Consultation’ in our booking system. Alternatively if you’d like to speak to someone, please call 0481 160 492
How do I book in for dermal filler?
Choose Consultation for Facial Contouring drop down box through the online booking system.
Does it hurt?
Everyone’s perception of pain is different, however this is a well tolerated treatment and pain is usually short lived. The Facial Contouring treatment contains local anaesthetic so the area will be further numbed during treatment.
How long do results last?
Not all Facial Contouring products are the same. Depending on the type of product used, Facial Contouring results can last between 12-24 months. Results are subjected to your medications, medical history, smoking, individual metabolism, level of daily activity undertaken, hormonal inbalances and stress levels.
How many mL do I need?
For an accurate quote, a free face to face consultation is highly recommended to discuss your aesthetic goals.
Are Facial Contouring and Lip Volumisation the same?
They can be; this depends on your concern and what is suitable for you as deemed by your treating Cosmetic Nurse. Lip Volumisation treatments are specific to lips. Facial Contouring treatments can be used in other areas of the face eg. jawline, chin, cheeks, marionette lines etc.
How long will Facial Contouring take?
All Facial Contouring treatments allow for 1 hour. Consultation is usually 15-20 minutes, numbing time 10-15 minutes and Facial Contouring treatments take 15-20 minutes.
I have a big event coming up, when should I get treatment?
It is recommended to get treatment 4-6 weeks prior to an event to allow tissue to fully heal and final results to be seen.
What are the qualifications of the practitioner performing these treatments?
Jess is an experienced, qualified registered nurse who has been working in the beauty industry for 5 years. She completed her Bachelor of Nursing course in Deakin University in 2017. She is a Division 1 Registered Nurse. AHPRA number: NMW0002085248
How can I pay?
We offer several methods of payment from cash, bank transfers, credit cards and Zippay
What are the side effects?
Side effects are minimal however these can be experienced: bleeding, bruising, localised swelling in and around the treatment area, tingling sensation from anaesthetic used during treatment and post for 1 hour, tenderness and redness.
What are the risks of getting treatment?
With any medical procedure comes risks. These will be thoroughly discussed in your consultation prior to treatment. The following are rare however can occur; especially when aftercare instructions are not followed: lumps and bumps, infection, allergic reaction, non-inflammatory nodule formation and vascular occlusions.
How do I know if I have a vascular occlusion?
Please contact Complexion Corner immediately if you assume you have a vascular occlusion. Photos and videos can be sent to Complexion Corner and you may need an in clinic assessment. A vascular occlusion can look like: loss of colour in and around the treated area, white/grey/black colour on the skin, increasing pain (different to tenderness), unusual rash on your face tracking up your smile lines (nasolabial folds), and over the nose, pimples and postules forming over your skin.
Information you’ll need
How do I prepare for my appointment?
2 weeks prior:
- No planned vaccinations 2 weeks prior to your filler appointment.
24 hours prior:
- We recommend avoiding blood thinners (ibuprofen, fish oil tablets), alcohol and caffeine. However, please consult your treating doctor before stopping any medications.
- Plan your day and allow appropriate time for your appointment so you are not in a rush to leave the clinic.
Day of appointment:
- Please advise your nurse if you have low blood pressure, faint easily, suffer from seizures or have diabetes.
- Eat a good meal and stay hydrated before your appointment. Wear comfortable clothing and come to your appointment makeup free if possible.
General:
- Be ready to disclose your medical history to your nurse prior to the procedure.
- A total face assessment is conducted and you will have the opportunity to discuss the treatments you would like. Your nurse will also recommend the best treatments for you to achieve your desired outcomes. Your medical history will be discussed and a video consult with the prescribing practitioner will be carried out prior to treatment.
- Consultations take between 15-20 minutes. The nurse will then assess your face, cleanse your skin and mark out areas for treatment. Facial Contouring treatments takes 15-20 minutes to complete.
- All treatments require an annual fee of $27.50 for video consultation with a prescribing practitioner at your appointment. This will be done during your consultation with the Nurse at Complexion Corner. You do not need a priot script from a GP.
What do i have to do after the procedure?
- No vigorous exercise, no rubbing, touching. No massaging area unless advised to.
For 24 hours:
- No makeup, no active ingredients for 24 hours in the area treated(eg. retinol, scrubs, exfoliants, vitamin a, b, c). Try to sleep on your back the night of treatment.
For 48 hours:
- Avoid excessive heating. saunas, spas)
For 2 weeks:
- We advise no facials, avoid drinking from a straw, excessively rubbing lips together, biting lips and no face down massages.
For 4 weeks:
- No dental appointments (including a general clean)
It is advised to:
Do monitor area every day for signs of necrosis/vascular occlusion. This can be seen as a loss of colour, paleness, greyness or pain that is increasing. Rarely you can see a rash form around your lower face up your smile lines. Excessive pimples and postules forming on the skin can be a sign that the occlusion has progressed. Visual disturbances/difficulty seeing is extremely rare. If you are currently experiencing any of these symptoms post lip filler, please contact Complexion Corner as soon as possible.
Your Facial Contouring Journey
Day of treatment
Swelling, bruising, redness and tenderness is normal. It is advisable to ice the area immediately after treatment to alleviate these symptoms. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. LED treatments can help alleviate swelling and bruising.
Day 2 – 14
Lumps, bumps and asymmetries are normal during the healing process.
Day 14
It is advised to attend your 2 or 4 week review. Lumps can be massaged out on this day by the nurse. If you would like to correct any asymmetries this can be done during this appointment as well.
Wrinkle Reduction Benefits
As we age, collagen and elastin production in the skin slows down. This results in fine lines and wrinkles becoming more pronounced.
Wrinkle Reduction treatments can help soften these lines allowing you to look more refreshed and youthful.
