Cheryl J Courtney

• Lip Refresh •

Still looking natural

Hydrated and enhanced

• IPL TREATMENTS •

CONSULTATIONS & PATCH TESTING

NOW BOOKING FOR OCTOBER

Thinking about starting IPL?
Your consultation and patch test is the first step to creating a treatment plan tailored to your skin.

IPL can be used to target:

• Pigmentation & sun damage
• Redness & visible thread veins
• Rosacea-prone redness
• Acne & acne-related redness
• Skin rejuvenation & uneven skin tone
• Unwanted hair

During your consultation we’ll assess your skin, discuss your concerns and suitability for treatment, and carry out the required patch testing before your first appointment.

📍 Cheryl Courtney Skin Clinic
📅 October consultations now available
💌 Message to book or use the booking link

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• Refresh •

Fresh, plump, and perfectly pouty 💋✨

A little enhancement can go a long way subtle volume, smooth shape, and that natural glow-up we love 😍

Confidence looks good on you… and so do these lips 💉💄

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📔 Appointment needed

• First time Lips •

First-time lip filler is always approached conservatively.

We begin with small amounts and refine shape gradually over multiple sessions to achieve balanced, natural-looking results.

A subtle approach allows the lips to settle and ensures precision at every stage.

Disclaimer: A face-to-face consultation is required prior to treatment.
Results vary between individuals and treatment suitability will be assessed by a qualified practitioner.

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• Acne •

Acne is a common skin condition that happens when hair follicles (pores) become clogged with oil (sebum), dead skin cells, and sometimes bacteria.
This blockage can cause different types of skin blemishes,
• Whiteheads (closed clogged pores)
• Blackheads (open clogged pores that look dark)
• Papules (small red bumps)
• Pustules (pimples with pus)
• Nodules & cysts (large, painful lumps under the skin)

Why acne happens

Several factors can trigger or worsen acne:
• Excess oil production
• Hormonal changes (puberty, menstrual cycle, pregnancy, PCOS)
• Bacteria (Cutibacterium acnes) on the skin
• Inflammation
• Lifestyle factors like stress, diet, or certain medications

Acne is not caused by being “dirty” and over-washing can actually make it worse.

Getting professional treatments can help as Acne is more than just a skin condition — it can affect confidence and daily life. With the right care, consistency and patience, progress is possible 💪💙.

Remember: healing takes time, and every small step counts!”

• Erythema •

(redness) is considered a normal and expected reaction after microneedling because of the way the treatment works on your skin.

Wondering why 🤔

let’s get into it

1. Controlled Micro-Injury
• Microneedling uses fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin.
• These micro-injuries don’t cause real damage but are enough to trigger the body’s wound-healing response.

2. Inflammatory Phase (Immediate Response)
• As soon as the skin senses injury, blood flow increases to the area.
• This causes vasodilation (widening of blood vessels), making the skin look red and flushed (erythema).
• Inflammatory cells (like neutrophils and macrophages) are recruited to clean up debris and start tissue repair.

3. Cytokine and Growth Factor Release
• The micro-injuries stimulate the release of growth factors and cytokines.
• These chemical messengers not only drive collagen production but also increase vascular activity, further contributing to redness.

4. Natural Healing Cascade
• Erythema is part of the first phase of healing, followed by proliferation (new collagen, elastin, and capillary formation) and remodeling (smoother, firmer skin).
• The redness usually lasts from a few hours to a couple of days, depending on needle depth and skin sensitivity.

Erythema is evidence that the skin’s healing response has been activated.
It’s the desired biological effect, not a complication (unless it’s excessive, prolonged, or accompanied by pain, swelling, or infection).

Microneedling is one of my favourite treatment’s because it improves both texture and tone:
• Fine lines and wrinkles → by stimulating collagen/elastin.
• Acne scars & surgical scars → by breaking up scar tissue and remodeling collagen.
• Pigmentation & melasma → by accelerating skin turnover and evening skin tone.
• Enlarged pores → by tightening surrounding skin.
• Skin laxity → by improving firmness.