Skin quality consultation

A consultation about options for skin hydration, texture and firmness, at our Mermaid Waters clinic.

What the consultation covers

An assessment of your skin quality, hydration and laxity, and your medical history.
What options exist, what each involves, and what each cannot achieve.
Risks, side effects and realistic recovery information, in writing.
Whether a procedure is appropriate for you — sometimes it is not.
A written treatment plan including costs, before anything is booked.

Some options involve prescription medicines. Whether a prescription medicine is suitable
for you can only be determined at a consultation, after the risks, contraindications and
alternatives have been discussed. For that reason we do not describe or price those
medicines on this website.

Areas commonly discussed

Face
Neck
Décolletage
Hands
Knees and elbows

Who this consultation is for

People aged 18 and over who want to discuss skin hydration, texture or firmness. Attending a consultation does not
mean a procedure will be recommended. Skin hydration and collagen production change normally over the course of life; that is not in itself a reason to have a procedure. We will discuss alternatives including skincare and sun protection, and whether doing nothing is reasonable — it often is.

Risks, recovery and what to expect

This is a considered decision

This is an invasive procedure and it carries risk. It is not suitable for everyone.

Common effects

Small lumps at the injection points, normally settling over 1–2 days
Bruising
Swelling
Tenderness

Less common and serious risks

Infection
Persistent nodules
Allergic reaction

Recovery

Most people return to normal activity the same day. Bruising at the injection points can be visible for several days.

Pain

A small number of injections are made at set points. Pain thresholds differ between people.

Outcomes and how long they last

Change in skin quality is gradual, generally over 6–8 weeks. Ageing is a normal process and this procedure does not stop or reverse it. An initial course of appointments is normally required, followed by maintenance. Individual responses vary and some people see limited change.

Individual responses and results vary. The outcome experienced by one
person does not necessarily reflect what another person will experience. Some people see
little or no change. We cannot and do not guarantee an outcome.

Who performs this procedure

Rachael Sieber (NMW0001061319) — Registered nurse (Division 1) and registered midwife, general registration
Kim Trotman (NMW0002025809) — Registered nurse (Division 1), general registration
Ruby McKean (NMW0002200108) — Registered nurse (Division 1), general registration

You can check any practitioner’s registration on the
Ahpra Register of practitioners.

Book a consultation

Every procedure begins with a consultation at our Mermaid Waters clinic, where we
assess whether it is appropriate for you, explain the risks and recovery, and give
you a written treatment plan including costs. Attending a consultation does not mean
a procedure will be recommended — sometimes we advise against one, and cosmetic
procedures are not the only way to address concerns about appearance.

Contact the clinic · 07 5616 8481

If something is wrong after your appointment

Call the clinic on 07 5616 8481 during opening hours.
If you have severe or increasing pain, skin that is turning white, grey or dusky,
any change in vision, or spreading redness or swelling after a cosmetic injection or
thread procedure, this may be a serious complication. Contact us immediately, and
if you cannot reach us go to your nearest emergency department or call 000.