Facelove

11/08/2026

There’s a lot of information out there about skin treatments — and not all of it is accurate, relevant, or appropriate for you.

At Facelove, we believe the best place to start is with a proper consultation, where we can assess your skin, talk through your concerns and create a personalised plan based on what you actually need.

Our Skin Discovery Session is a 45-minute in-depth consultation designed to give you clarity around your skin and your treatment options.

Book via the link in bio 🤍

03/08/2026

📅 How far in advance should you start preparing your skin for a wedding or special event?

The answer surprises most people.

In this video, we explain the ideal timeline for treatments so your skin looks its absolute best when the big day arrives.

Because glowing skin isn’t created overnight. ✨

20/07/2026

Want some light reading?
Mike Clague has published 12 peer reviewed clinical publications with 5 best paper awards...
His team at Facelove published an award winning paper on Scars (winning best paper for theyear for PAN journal, awarded in Texas USA).
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Mike D. Clague, BSc (Anatomy), Adjunct Lecturer (Practice), Monash University
ORCID iD: 0009-0007-3540-3247

References in APA 7th edition format, ordered chronologically. Reconciled against Mike Clague’s ORCID record and verified against publisher and PubMed metadata, July 2026.

Goodman, G. J., & Clague, M. D. (2016). A rethink on hyaluronidase injection, intraarterial injection, and blindness: Is there another option for treatment of retinal artery embolism caused by intraarterial injection of hyaluronic acid? Dermatologic Surgery, 42(4), 547–549.

https://doi.org/10.1097/DSS.0000000000000670
Shamban, A., Clague, M. D., von Grote, E., & Nogueira, A. (2018). A novel and more aesthetic injection pattern for malar cheek volume restoration. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 42(1), 197–200. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-017-0981-1

Goodman, G. J., Magnusson, M. R., Callan, P., Roberts, S., Hart, S., McDonald, C. B., Clague, M., Rudd, A., Bekhor, P. S., Liew, S., Molton, M., Wallace, K., Corduff, N., Arendse, S., Manoharan, S., Shamban, A., Heydenrych, I., Bhatia, A. C., Peng, P., . . . Kosenko, D. E. (2020). A consensus on minimizing the risk of hyaluronic acid embolic visual loss and suggestions for immediate bedside management. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 40(9), 1009–1021. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjz312

Goodman, G. J., Magnusson, M. R., Callan, P., Roberts, S., Hart, S., McDonald, C. B., Liew, S., Porter, C., Corduff, N., & Clague, M. (2021). Neither positive nor negative aspiration before filler injection should be relied upon as a safety maneuver. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 41(4), NP134–NP136. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjaa215

Goodman, G. J., Magnusson, M. R., Callan, P., Roberts, S., Hart, S., Lin, F., Rahman, E., McDonald, C. B., Liew, S., Porter, C., Corduff, N., & Clague, M. (2022). Aspiration before tissue filler—An exercise in futility and unsafe practice. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 42(1), 89–101. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjab036

Lin, F., Goodman, G. J., Magnusson, M., Callan, P., Roberts, S., Hart, S., Rahman, E., McDonald, C. B., Liew, S., Porter, C., Corduff, N., & Clague, M. (2022). Movement of the syringe during filler aspiration: An ultrasound study. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 42(10), 1109–1116. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjac032

Goodman, G. J., McDonald, C. B., Lim, A., Porter, C. E., Deva, A. K., Magnusson, M., Patel, A., Hart, S., Callan, P., Rudd, A., Roberts, S., Wallace, K., Bekhor, P., Clague, M., Williams, L., Corduff, N., Wines, N., Al-Niaimi, F., Fabi, S. G., . . . P**n, T. (2023). Making sense of late tissue nodules associated with hyaluronic acid injections. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 43(6), NP438–NP448. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjad028

Clague, M. D., Goodman, G., Taing, C., Stuart, L., Orsatti, M. L., Holbrook, J., Delaney, J., & Mackay, B. (2024). Hyperdiluted botulinum toxin and intense pulsed light treatment: A case series to illustrate a novel protocol for hypertrophic scar reduction. Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing, 44(2), 116–123. https://doi.org/10.1097/PSN.0000000000000551

Currie, E., Granata, B., Goodman, G., Rudd, A., Wallace, K., Rivkin, A., Hart, S., Porter, C. E., Harris, S., Walker, L., Lin, F., Corduff, N., Davies, N., Roberts, S., Clague, M., Callan, P. P., McDonald, C., Magnusson, M., Tsirbas, A., . . . Welsh, B. (2024). The use of hyaluronidase in aesthetic practice: A comparative study of practitioner usage in elective and emergency situations. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 44(6), 647–657. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjae009

Goodman, G. J., Lim, A., Hart, S., Callan, P., Boxley, S. G., McDonald, C. B., Lin, F., Clague, M., Corduff, N., Roberts, S., Rudd, A., Wallace, K., Kumar, N., Ciconte, A., Al-Niaimi, F., Arendse, S., Bekhor, P., Yap, L.-M., Ahern, M. A., . . . Williams, L. (2025). Botulinum toxin: Surely, we can do better? Optimizing results beyond on-label techniques and teaching. Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum, 7, ojaf032. https://doi.org/10.1093/asjof/ojaf032

Goodman, G. J., Harris, S., Currie, E., Granata, B., Wallace, K., Corduff, N., Bekhor, P., Clague, M., Hart, S., Lin, F., Davies, N., McDonald, C., Porter, C. E., Magnusson, M., Roberts, S., Walker, L., Callan, P. P., Rudd, A., Tsirbas, A., . . . Welsh, B. (2025). Response to: Hyaluronidase availability beyond the aesthetic office: A shared responsibility for safety in filler complications. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 45(7), NP139–NP141. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjaf061

Sansome, S., Clague, M., Convery, C., Davies, E., Fairris, C., Goodman, G., Harris, S., Hawkes, E., Hay, G., Murray, G., et al. (2026). Consensus guidelines for the management of tissue filler–induced vision loss in the United Kingdom. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 46(5), 563–568. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjag002

Abstract. Worldwide, the use of soft tissue fillers for aesthetic purposes has significantly increased, as have the number of associated complications. Vis

11/07/2026

Winter is the ideal time to refresh the look and feel of your skin with our Frax Glow treatment.

Frax Glow combines low-level laser resurfacing using the Fraxis DUO CO₂ laser with the topical application of Klárdie R+ to support a brighter, smoother and more hydrated-looking complexion.

Frax Glow - $480 for winter

This treatment may be suitable for concerns such as uneven texture, dullness and visible signs of sun damage.

Your treatment will be tailored following a consultation, with downtime and results varying between individuals.

Appointments are now available at Facelove Medispa in St Kilda.Book online or contact the clinic to arrange your consultation.

Suitability must be assessed before treatment. Individual results and downtime may vary.

28/06/2026

Evidence…
It’s important.. for all our treatments ..
Our microneedling sessions involve the correct depth of treatment..
- and topical treatments to enhance results
- plus! There are no studies that indicate topical Anaesthetic inhibits your results.. not one clinical study is peer reviewed proving this rumour…
Come in for your own personalized treatment plan
⬆️⬆️ book via Fresha link in bio or email [email protected]

23/06/2026

You need your own treatment plan not a pre-decided package..
Book in for a Skin Discovery Session and get your own treatment plan

Booking link in bio ⬆️⬆️⬆️

All treatments carry risks and benefits. We will discuss these in your consultation. We charge a booking deposit. We are serious about creating a bespoke plan for you ..

21/06/2026

Safety- it’s one of our core values
- all clinicians are registered with AHPRA
- our reg numbers are on our website or you can look us up on the AHPRA register
- always do this before choosing a clinician
- anatomy is important
- we are published in peer reviewed journals
- ongoing education is important to all of us
☎️ call or book on the Fresha link ⬆️

- 45 minute initial Skin Discovery session

19/06/2026

What you put on your skin straight after microneedling matters more than most people realise.

Microneedling creates tiny channels in the skin that stay open for a short window afterwards. That window is the opportunity — it’s when the right ingredients can actually reach the layers that drive collagen and repair, instead of sitting on the surface.

It’s why we pair our microneedling with BYRZYN Opuluxe V — a complex that combines PLLA (to support your skin’s own collagen), PDRN (a repair and anti-inflammatory ingredient) and postbiotic technology to support the skin barrier. Applied in that healing window, it’s designed to work with the treatment, not just after it.

In our own patients, assessed with VISIA imaging over a course of three treatments, we’ve seen meaningful improvements in fine lines, texture and overall skin quality. Results vary from person to person, and this isn’t a fix for deep lines — but for skin quality and tone, the difference can be real.
If you’re curious whether it suits your skin, that’s a conversation worth having.

Remember all treatments carry risks and benefits. We will advise your suitability in your 45 min consultation. Booking link in bio ⬆️

26/03/2026

Leadership in aesthetics isn’t just about results - it’s about responsibility.

Our Clinical Director, Mike Clague, recently took the stage at the ASCPD conference, contributing to important conversations around safety, ethics, and clinical decision-making in Australia’s aesthetic industry.

These are the discussions that shape better outcomes for patients - not just in the treatment room, but across the profession as a whole.

At Facelove, education isn’t an add-on.
It’s embedded in how we practise, how we think, and how we care for every patient who walks through our doors.

Because choosing a clinic should mean choosing a team that prioritises judgement, not just technique.

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17/03/2026

Would you prefer “TikTok taught me”… or “medical journal taught me”? 😅

One of our favourite green flags at Facelove: our team includes published clinicians.
Translation: we’re not guessing, winging it, or copying whatever’s trending this week.

Expect: a proper consult, a smart plan, and aftercare that actually makes sense.
Book in via the link in bio.

General information only. Individual consultation required to assess suitability. Results vary.