In most circumstances, how often you get a beauty treatment is a matter of preference, but when it comes to facials, there are real skin-care benefits to going with some regularity.

If you’re someone who has the means and uses trips to the spa as a way to unwind and destress, then there’s no harm in treating yourself as often as once a week – given that it’s not an invasive procedure like dermal needling, and your skin can handle it, that is. 
“Facials are deep-cleansing treatments usually performed by aestheticians that provide extraction, hydration, and moisturisation of the skin. They are best performed in series and should be done every four to six weeks to achieve maximum efficacy and consistent effects.
There are a few factors that can change the once-a-month recommendation, like your skin type. A client with acne, for example, may go every one-to-two weeks for professional Medik8 chemical peels and focus on extractions. Generally, those with oily and acne-prone skin can tolerate facials with more frequency than those with sensitive or dry skin. 
Additional factors that can change how often you get a facial are the season, the type of treatment, and if you have a special event coming up like a wedding or event. As soon as you get engaged, schedule your first facial and plan to go monthly, this way you can find an aesthetician who understands your skin. Once your wedding is about one to two months away, going more frequently will yield the best results.
The reason getting a facial monthly or bi-weekly is so beneficial boils down to your skin’s regeneration process. Since skin cells regenerate every 14-28 days, it’s important to remember to cycle treatments so that you are impacting the skin cycle when it matters most. One of any skin procedure is a treat, but three is a treatment. In other words, the long-term effects of performing the procedure on a regular basis provides more impact than doing something one time and never repeating it.
Medik8 Facials can yield an array of skin-care benefits, from skin rejuvenation, deep cleansing, and eliminating clogged pores to boosting hydration and evening out discolouration like pigmentation and acne marks, but that doesn’t mean that you’ll never see results if you can’t obtain monthly treatments due to financial reasons.
If I have a client who has a budget constraint, I have the Afterpay Facility that enables the my client to a pay off the treatments and Medik8 Skincare products at Mojo Beauty. The more often you get facials, the more informed you will be about your skin and which treatments and at-home products will be best for your specific skin type and conditions.

Micro dermal needling is a method that Nik at Mojo Beauty uses to treat different skin conditions. The technique involves using multiple tiny, sterile needles to puncture the skin and cause physical trauma. This trauma prompts the derma, a deeper layer of skin, to rebuild.
Micro dermal needling may help address many skin-related complaints, including:

• wrinkles
• scarring
• acne
• alopecia
• skin pigmentation issues
• stretch marks
• rosacea
• loose skin, such as after weight loss or liposuction

It also helps to rejuvenate the skin.
In addition, professionals can use micro dermal needling to deposit medication, such as topical tretinoin or vitamin C, deeper into the skin. This can boost the treatment of a variety of issues, including acne scarring.
Read on to learn more about micro dermal needling, how it works, and whether there are any risks.

How does micro dermal needling work?
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Micro dermal needling may help address wrinkles, acne, scarring, and stretch marks. Micro-needling increases the production of collagen and other healing factors by causing trauma to the skin.
Collagen is an essential protein that helps keep the skin looking youthful, with a firm, smooth, and stretchy texture.
Ageing causes the decline of collagen in the skin, contributing to wrinkles and other signs of ageing.
Skin can also lose collagen due to injuries, such as acne scarring, stretch marks, or other scars.
It is important to realise that micro dermal needling is not a quick fix, as it involves the growth of new skin. It can take several months for a person to see the full results of the procedure.

What are the benefits?

A 2018 systematic review found that micro dermal needling is a safe and effective way to rejuvenate skin and treat scars and wrinkles.
The researchers acknowledged, however, that determining whether micro dermal needling is a viable treatment option in all cases will require further research.
A press release from the American Academy of Dermatology also states that people can expect a reduction in the “appearance of large pores, fine lines and wrinkles, scars, and stretch marks.”

What are the risks?

The medical community generally considers micro-dermal needling to be safe and effective, but there are still some risks.
The primary risk is skin irritation after the procedure. Other side effects could include:

• swelling
• discomfort at the site
• redness
• bruising
• dryness
• flaking of the skin

Bleeding can happen, although it may be more likely to occur after a deeper treatment.
Bleeding may also be more of a risk for people who have bleeding disorders or who are taking blood-thinning medications. It is important to disclose this information to a doctor before receiving this treatment.
There is also a risk of more serious side effects, including:

• infection
• skin pigment changes
• reaction to topical medications used during treatment

Some devices involve additional risks. Those that use energy or heat can increase the likelihood of burns.
Finally, some people are not candidates for micro-dermal needling treatment, including those with:

• an active skin infection
• active acne
• keloid scarring
• an unstable skin type

Seeing a medical skin care professional, skin therapist who is experienced in these types of procedures will help minimise the risks.

Make your appointment with Nik at Mojo Beauty. She is dedicated to make it a great experience. She also has clients in other parts of the country that she sees regularly. Book through the Mojo Beauty website.

Essentially it is a lash lift for your brows!
Keratin protects the hair while vitamin complexes and nourishing oils work from the root to restore mechanical damage and sun exposure. The main outcome however, is thicker fluffier ‘brushed up’ brows.
Brow lamination changes the direction of the hair from the root and they can therefore be brushed up into the direction desired.
Results last 1-2 months and you need a decent amount of brow hair for this to work. Please advise if you would like a tint patch test if you think you’ll need one - this can be organised a week prior to your appointment.
Service Includes:
Brow lamination
Brow tint
Shape (wax/pluck) 
Keratin infusion
Care instructions:
Keep brows dry for first 24 hours
Avoid brow make up for first 2 days
Avoid oil masks and peels during first week
Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning beds, swimming pools, saunas and spas for the first week
Book yours at Mojo Beauty, Christchurch
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Eyebrow lamination is a relatively new procedure that focuses on creating shiny, smooth brows, and Nik at Mojo Beauty is pleased to introduce it.
Also sometimes called an “eyebrow perm,” the high-shine effects tend to be sought after by those who may be experiencing thinning or unruly brows. Unlike micro-blading, needles and colouring are not involved.
As a semi-permanent procedure, eyebrow lamination may also be a good fit if you want to keep your brows styled a certain way but are tired of using eyebrow gel every day. You will need to repeat the process at some point in the future to maintain your results. 
Eyebrow lamination may help address a variety of concerns you may have with your own brows, including:

• thinning hair that may occur with age
• gaps in your brows from over-plucking or over-waxing in the past
• unruly hairs that tend to go different directions despite brushing them
• a lack of shape or unevenness

Overall, brow lamination is said to make brows look thicker and fuller. Pulling the hairs up vertically may also make it look like you are experiencing new growth. The entire process is also completely non-invasive.

While brow lamination is not invasive compared to brow surgery, tattooing, or other related procedures, there are still some side effects to know before booking your appointment. Such risks are mostly related to skin irritation caused by the chemicals. These include:

• swelling
• redness
• peeling
• itching
• bumps

The side effects may occur directly beneath and above the eyebrows, but they may also extend to your eyelids.This procedure may not be recommended if you have:

• sensitive skin
• rosacea
• eczema
• a history of contact dermatitis

Just as perming the hair on your head can lead to dryness and damage, brow lamination could potentially damage your eyebrows in the same way. Your chances are greater if you repeat the process too often, or sooner than 6 weeks.

That facial halo… velvety vellus hair… the glistening shimmer of soft hairs in the light… the mass of fine fluffies showing under your make up… aka. PEACH FUZZ.
Facial hair is annoying.  For so long, many have been stuck in a no man’s (or in this case woman’s) land of hair removal options for the face – too fine and light for laser, too sensitive for waxing, too young, too old, too obvious, too risky etc.
At Mojo Beauty we have taken dermaplaning and fine-tuned it to focus specifically on its hair removal prowess (with a side of exfoliation for your skin).  No risk, no down time, no chemicals. Gentle, suitable for all skin types, it can become addictive it feels and looks so good.
DERMAPLANING in ChristchurchWe know hair, and how to get rid of it but if we are honest there was always one frustration – fine flufflies on the face. We have taken the best part of the dermaplaning treatment and honed it for hair removal specifically. Our technique, tools and training are all designed to get the best smooth result for your face and finally offer the best solution for that pesky peach fuzz.
Dermaplanning removes the hair on skins surface as close as possible. Using a sharp sterile tool, we methodically brush along the skin to remove hair, whilst gently exfoliating the skin – it is literally the smoothest shave in town, and a wonderful skin brightening treatment.  For many, traditional hair removal solutions are not options for vellus hair on the face. Dermaplaning is an option for all and finally resolves the issues facing many with their facial hair. Too young, too old, too light, too sensitive – Dermaplaning fills the gap for those that are not candidates for other hair removal methods and Nik at Mojo Beauty is the skin specialist that is passionate about skin and doing the best treatment in Christchurch.
Added bonus – this is the ultimate ‘no one need ever know about’ transformation, able to be done in the space of your lunch break. No chemicals, no risk, no pain, no downtime… literally no pain, all gain.
Hair removal that feels like a facial? Yes please. This is hair removal with a bonus. Through the dermaplaning process at Mojo Beauty, we exfoliate your skin to reveal its baby fresh smoothness. A more clear canvas than ever, better absorption of products, and a smoother make-up application. We know… where has it been all your life?