Introducing November’s Clinic of the Month: Solstice Skin, located in Bondi, NSW.
We’re thrilled to introduce Solstice Skin, a sanctuary for skin health and holistic wellbeing. Dedicated to merging Corneotherapy with natural healing, Solstice Skin offers personalised treatments that honour the skin’s integrity, supporting clients on their journey to balanced, radiant skin and overall wellness.
Q. Solstice Skin’s interiors are stunning. How did you design the space to create a relaxing environment, and what kind of atmosphere do you want your clients to feel when they walk through your doors?
Thank you! I was attracted to earthy, terracotta tones early on in my business, so the design concept grew from there. Our walls are painted using a French wash style to give a moody, calming feeling, along with our earthy, travertine tiling and oak wooden elements. I love combining natural tones and textures to evoke a calming, soothing experience for our clients that’s reflective of nature.
Q. The philosophy of Corneotherapy is at the heart of what you do. What is one common skincare myth that Corneotherapy helps dispel, and how does it shape the results you achieve?
“Exfoliation has to be aggressive” is a huge skincare myth. When we provide the skin with the incredible healing nutrients that dermaviduals offers, our corneocytes are happy, our barrier is intact and performing as it should, and that translates into smoother, more hydrated, and visually pleasing skin. This means less exfoliation is needed, and it can be very gentle and supportive to the skin barrier.
Q. Why did you choose dermaviduals as your skincare partner, and how does it complement Solstice Skin’s commitment to safe, natural healing?
I had been working with dermaviduals for a few years prior to opening my clinic, so I was already having a full-blown love affair with it and loved the safe, effective results it gave clients. Naturopathy and Corneotherapy are closely aligned as they get to the root cause of what’s going on. This allows for actual healing of the skin, not just a quick fix. Dermaviduals has safe, pure ingredients that are toxin-free, which aligns with Solstice Skin’s ethos. I love that anyone can walk in and we can prescribe something for their skin that’s customised and tailored to their needs. This ensures we have a wide range of clients and skin conditions to treat, and builds client loyalty as they trust us to do right by their skin.
Q. What are your top three dermaviduals products that have become essentials in your practice, and why do you love them?
– A customised serum (I can’t live without this). Depending on what I’m trying to achieve, I feel like I can get so many healing benefits from one bottle.
– Hyaluronan NAG (I love this under the eyes). Being a mum to a toddler, there have been many sleepless nights, which is really dehydrating and ageing to this delicate area. I love how plump I feel when I’m consistent with this.
– Vitamin Cream Mask. It makes me feel brighter when I wake up in the morning, and it feels good knowing I’m getting a good dose of antioxidants in my skin and assisting it to age healthily.
Q. We see you’re currently expanding/building something new at the clinic! Can you tell us more about what’s in store for the future of Solstice Skin?
Yes! We have just expanded next door to our existing clinic. We’re excited to have two extra rooms and a waiting room. Due to our amazing, growing team and demand, this has been perfect timing for Solstice. It looks incredible, and our new treatment rooms are even more lush!
Q. Finally, what inspires you and your team to continually evolve and stay at the forefront of both skincare science and client care?
I really feel I have the most passionate, intelligent, talented team I could ever imagine. These women inspire me daily! Their thirst for knowledge is mind-blowing, and they all want to continue to up-level their training and skills. A huge part of what drives us forward is our clientele and doing everything we can to provide exceptional service where clients feel listened to and cared for. We also all find what we do so fun and enjoyable, so that positivity fuels our future endeavours.
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