NHD Beauty & Aesthetics

🍯Let’s talk waxing🍯

With the change in season, autumn is the perfect time to start waxing.

Although we may be covering up a little more during the cooler months, starting now gives you time to get into a regular waxing routine before spring and summer come back around. Waxing removes the hair from the root, so you can enjoy smoother skin for longer. With regular treatments, you may also notice the hair becomes finer and softer over time.

Waxing isn’t just for your legs. You can wax your arms, legs and face, including areas such as the upper lip, chin and sides of the face.

The benefits of waxing include:

🍯Longer-lasting smoothness
🍯No daily shaving or stubble
🍯Hair may become finer with regular waxing
🍯Smoother-feeling skin as dead skin cells are removed
🍯More time between treatments compared to shaving

After waxing, it’s important to look after the skin. Avoid hot baths, saunas, swimming, intense exercise and heavily fragranced products for around 24 hours. Once the skin has settled, gentle exfoliation a couple of times a week can help to prevent ingrown hairs.

Waxing is usually recommended every 4–6 weeks, depending on the area and your individual hair growth.

So, why not use the change in season to start your waxing routine now? It’s the perfect time to get into a regular routine for smoother and a more maintainable treatment before the warmer months arrive.

Message me to book your appointment or visit www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk

🍌It’s officially peel season 🍌

As we’ve now entered October and autumn arrives, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about skin peels. With less intense sun exposure than the summer months, autumn and winter can be a great time to focus on exfoliation, pigmentation, texture and overall skin renewal

I offer both algae peels and chemical peels, with the right option chosen depending on your skin and what you’re looking to improve.

Algae peels can help to deeply exfoliate the skin, encourage skin renewal and leave you with a smoother, brighter complexion.Chemical peels use carefully selected acids to target different concerns, including: fine lines and wrinkles ,pigmentation and uneven skin tone, dull, tired-looking skin, enlarged pores and overall skin brightness and glow

Peels aren’t just about peeling skin — they’re about encouraging healthier-looking, smoother and more radiant skin underneath.

If your skin is looking dull after summer or you want to tackle pigmentation, texture or fine lines, autumn is the perfect time to start. Message me to find out which peel would be best for your skin or book your consultation at www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk

✨What your skin appointment says about you✨

Your favourite treatment probably says more about you than you realise! Whether you’re all about deep hydration, love a little extra volume and definition, or want something to make your morning routine that little bit easier, there’s a treatment for you.

Do you agree with these?

If I’ve missed your favourite treatment, what do you think it says about you? Let me know in the comments below.

Ready for your next treatment or seen a new one that you want some more information on? Message me or book your appointment through the link in my bio.

✨ Switch to Glass Skin✨

The Glass Facial is a treatment designed to deeply cleanse, exfoliate and hydrate the skin, helping to improve the appearance of enlarged pores, dullness, uneven texture, dark spots and pigmentation.

✨Deep hydration– floods the skin with moisture, leaving it plumper, smoother and more radiant.

✨Refines pores & texture– removes dead skin cells and build-up, helping pores appear smaller and skin feel smoother.

✨Brightens pigmentation– helps improve the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone for a more even complexion.

✨Boosts radiance – perfect for dull, tired-looking skin when you want that instant healthy glow.

And the best part? Minimal downtime!You may experience some mild redness immediately afterwards, but this usually settles quickly. Make sure you keep your skin hydrated, avoid harsh exfoliants and active ingredients for a few days, and most importantly, wear SPF everyday

For best results, a Glass Skin Facial can be repeated every 4–6 weeks, depending on your skin and concerns. Regular treatments can help maintain that smooth, hydrated, glowing complexion. ✨

Ready to get your glass skin glow?
Message me to book or visit my website www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk to find out more.

✨ Microneedling isn’t just for your face✨

When you think of microneedling, you probably think of facial treatments, but it can be used on so many other areas of the body too!

Microneedling creates tiny controlled micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating your natural healing response and encouraging collagen and elastin production. This can help improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, pigmentation, enlarged pores and uneven texture on the face, leaving skin looking smoother, firmer and healthier.

But why stop there?

Neck & décolletage– great for fine lines, crepey skin, pigmentation and loss of firmness.

Back & body*– can help improve acne scarring, surgical scars, stretch marks, pigmentation, skin laxity and uneven texture.

After treatment, some redness, warmth and sensitivity is normal and usually settles within a few days. Keep your skincare gentle, avoid excessive heat, exercise and swimming while the skin heals. As collagen takes time to form, results develop gradually and a course of treatments may be recommended.

For more information, or to book message me or visit www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk

☀️ Your skin changes with the seasons ☀️

Your skin is dynamic, not static, which is why you shouldn’t necessarily be using the same routine all year round. As the seasons change, so do your skin’s needs.

As we head into the cooler months, the drop in temperature, cold winds and then going into warm, centrally heated rooms can really affect your skin’s hydration. This constant change in temperature can weaken the skin barrier and cause moisture to evaporate from the skin, leaving it feeling dry, tight, dull and sometimes more sensitive.

Although the sun might not feel as strong in winter, SPF is still important all year round! UVA rays can pe*****te through clouds and windows and contribute to pigmentation, premature ageing and collagen breakdown. So don’t put your SPF away just because summer is over!

As we get older, our natural collagen production also gradually decreases, which can become more noticeable when seasonal changes leave the skin looking less plump, hydrated and radiant.

This is where professional treatments can give your skin that extra boost. Treatments such as skin boosters, glass facials, microneedling, LED light therapy and polynucleotides can help support hydration, collagen production, skin texture and overall skin health.

If pigmentation is your concern, treatments such as microneedling, chemical peels and targeted skin treatments can also help improve the appearance of uneven skin tone and pigmentation, alongside a good homecare routine and daily SPF.

So as the seasons change, why not give your skin routine a refresh too?

For personalised advice, treatment recommendations or to book an appointment, message me or visit www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk

✨ Want to spend less time getting ready in the morning? ✨

One of the easiest ways is with a lash lift!

Imagine waking up with your lashes already looking lifted, curled & defined! A lash lift is the perfect low-maintenance option if you love a natural look. It lifts your own lashes from the root, making them appear longer, more open and defined. A lash lift can last around 6–8 weeks, depending on your natural lash growth cycle.

Add a lash tint and you’ll have darker, more defined-looking lashes too. Perfect for holidays, busy mornings or simply making your everyday routine that little bit easier!

Want something fuller? How about eyelash extensions?

Extensions are perfect if you want more length, volume and definition without reaching for mascara every morning. Whether you love a soft, natural finish or something a little more glam, your set can be tailored to you.

For more information, advice or to book message me or visit www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk

✨Let’s talk about menopause✨

When you go through perimenopause and menopause, your body goes through so many changes, but one area that can often be forgotten or not prioritised is your skin!

As estrogen levels decline, collagen production also decreases, which can have a big impact on the way our skin looks and feels. You may start to notice your skin becoming drier, duller and less plump, with a loss of firmness, elasticity and that healthy “glow” we once had.

As these changes are happening deeper within the skin, simply applying a moisturiser isn’t always enough to address everything that’s going on. A good skincare routine is still really important for supporting the skin barrier and keeping it hydrated, but professional treatments can work at a deeper level to target hydration, collagen production and overall skin quality.

Treatments such as polynucleotides and skin boosters can be great options during this stage of life. Rather than simply adding volume, they focus on improving the quality and health of the skin — helping to boost hydration, stimulate collagen and support firmer, healthier-looking skin.

Every skin is different, so there isn’t a one-size-fits-all treatment. A personalised consultation is the best way to understand what your skin needs and create a treatment plan that works alongside your home skincare routine.

For more information, or to book a consultation or treatment message me or book at www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk

💉New to injectables?💉

Have you been considering an injectable treatment but aren’t quite sure what to expect? Whether you’re thinking about anti-wrinkle treatments, lip filler or another aesthetic treatment, it’s completely normal to have questions before taking the plunge.

I’ve put together some answers to a few of my most frequently asked questions to help you feel a little more informed and comfortable before your appointment.

From what happens during your consultation, the best ways to maximise your results , to what you can expect afterwards and when you’ll start to see your results — knowing what to expect can make the whole experience feel much less daunting.

Your consultation is also a really important part of the process. It’s your opportunity to discuss your concerns, what you’d like to achieve and ask any questions you may have. I’ll always recommend the treatment I feel is most suitable for you, rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.

If you’re still unsure whether injectables are right for you, or you simply want to have a chat before deciding, feel free to message me or visit www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk to book

Have a question that I haven’t covered? Pop it below or send me a message!

✨Which treatment is right for you?✨

Nearly all of us have a skin concern, or something we’d love to improve, but with SO much information out there, knowing what treatment is actually right for you can feel overwhelming.

From fine lines and wrinkles to dehydration, dullness, loss of firmness or simply wanting to improve the overall health and appearance of your skin, there are so many treatment options available - and what works for one person may not necessarily be right for another.

I offer a range of treatments designed to target different skin concerns, including collagen-boosting treatments such as microneedling, alongside deeply hydrating and skin-rejuvenating treatments such as skin boosters and exosomes.

Still not sure where to start? That’s exactly what a personalised consultation is for!

We can chat through your concerns, your skin goals and your current skincare routine, before discussing the treatments that may be best suited to you and creating a personalised treatment plan.

Message me or book your treatments or consultation at www.nickyshdbeauty.co.uk