Aesthetics By Complexions

Aesthetics By Complexions Hi I am Karen, I am a registered nurse prescriber and I help 40+ women look fresher, not fake. Discrete one to one
home clinic.

Full face rejuvenation for tired eyes dull skin and lost definition.

01/08/2026

Hi I am Karen and I am an aesthetic nurse prescriber working from my private home clinic, where my focus is simple…

Helping you look like the best version of yourself.

I don’t believe in changing faces or chasing trends. I believe in enhancing what you already have, restoring what time has taken away, and creating natural looking results that leave people saying “You look really well,” rather than “What have you had done?”

Every treatment is tailored to you, using evidence based products and techniques, with your safety, confidence and long term skin health at the heart of everything I do.

If you’ve been looking for a calm, friendly space where subtle results are celebrated, I’d love to welcome you.

DM me if you would like to know more 😊

21/07/2026

Support my small business & your skin barrier at the same time 😉
Book a treatment from now until the end of July and enjoy a complimentary glow-boosting face mask ☺️

14/07/2026

If I could only recommend THREE skincare products after 45…

There are hundreds of products on the market promising younger looking skin.

But if I had to keep it simple, these are the three I’d choose every time…

1. Vitamin C

Think of Vitamin C as your skin’s daily bodyguard.

It helps protect your skin from environmental damage, brightens a dull complexion, supports collagen production and can help improve uneven skin tone over time.

A good Vitamin C serum in the morning can make your skin look healthier and more radiant.

2. Ceramides

As we get older, our skin naturally loses some of the fats that keep it strong and hydrated.

Ceramides are like the “cement” that holds your skin cells together.

They help strengthen your skin barrier, lock in moisture and reduce dryness and sensitivity something many women notice after 45.

Healthy skin starts with a healthy skin barrier.

3. SPF… Every. Single. Day.

If there is one product that deserves a place in everyone’s routine, it’s sunscreen.

UV exposure is one of the biggest causes of premature skin ageing, including pigmentation, loss of collagen and fine lines.

Even on cloudy days, UV rays are still reaching your skin.

Think of SPF as protecting all the hard work your skincare is doing.

You don’t need a shelf full of products.

You need products that work for your skin.

Beautiful skin isn’t about having the most complicated routine.

It’s about being consistent with the basics.

DM me basics for help to get started 😉

12/07/2026

The biggest mistake I see with mature skin…

It isn’t wrinkles.

It isn’t collagen loss.

It’s trying to fix your skin by doing too much.

Every day we’re told we need another product, another active ingredient, another trending skincare routine.

So many women come to me using:

✨ Retinol every night.
✨ Strong acids several times a week.
✨ Layer upon layer of active ingredients.
✨ Products recommended by influencers rather than chosen for their own skin.

The result?

Often their skin is:

❌ Dry
❌ Sensitive
❌ Red
❌ Tight
❌ More irritated than healthy

The truth is…

Healthy skin doesn’t need to be constantly “attacked” to look good.

As we get older, our skin naturally becomes more delicate. Our skin barrier isn’t as resilient as it once was, which means overusing active ingredients can do more harm than good.

Now don’t get me wrong…

Retinol and exfoliating acids are fantastic ingredients when they’re used correctly. They have an important place in a skincare routine.

But using them more often isn’t always better.

Neither is buying every new product that promises to turn back the clock.

✨ Healthy skin ages better than irritated skin.

A healthy skin barrier helps your skin:
✔️ Retain moisture
✔️ Tolerate active ingredients better
✔️ Recover more effectively
✔️ Look brighter, smoother and more radiant

That’s why my approach has always been simple…

Rather than chasing every trend, I focus on understanding your skin, choosing the right products for your concerns, and creating a routine you can actually stick to.

Because beautiful skin isn’t about using the most products.

It’s about using the right ones.

12/07/2026

The biggest mistake I see with mature skin…

It isn’t wrinkles.

It isn’t collagen loss.

It’s trying to fix your skin by doing too much.

Every day we’re told we need another product, another active ingredient, another trending skincare routine.

So many women come to me using:

✨ Retinol every night.
✨ Strong acids several times a week.
✨ Layer upon layer of active ingredients.
✨ Products recommended by influencers rather than chosen for their own skin.

The result?

Often their skin is:

❌ Dry
❌ Sensitive
❌ Red
❌ Tight
❌ More irritated than healthy

The truth is…

Healthy skin doesn’t need to be constantly “attacked” to look good.

As we get older, our skin naturally becomes more delicate. Our skin barrier isn’t as resilient as it once was, which means overusing active ingredients can do more harm than good.

Now don’t get me wrong…

Retinol and exfoliating acids are fantastic ingredients when they’re used correctly. They have an important place in a skincare routine.

But using them more often isn’t always better.

Neither is buying every new product that promises to turn back the clock.

✨ Healthy skin ages better than irritated skin.

A healthy skin barrier helps your skin:
✔️ Retain moisture
✔️ Tolerate active ingredients better
✔️ Recover more effectively
✔️ Look brighter, smoother and more radiant

That’s why my approach has always been simple…

Rather than chasing every trend, I focus on understanding your skin, choosing the right products for your concerns, and creating a routine you can actually stick to.

Because beautiful skin isn’t about using the most products.

It’s about using the right ones. 😉

DM me healthy if you would like more info 😊

11/07/2026

Ever feel like your skincare has just… stopped working?

You’ve used the same products for years, but suddenly your skin feels drier, looks duller, and just doesn’t have that healthy glow anymore.

It can be frustrating, but it’s not necessarily your skincare that’s changed…

Your skin has.

After the age of 40, our skin naturally goes through several changes:

Collagen production declines
Collagen is the protein that keeps skin firm, plump and resilient. As levels gradually decrease, skin can begin to feel thinner, less elastic and develop fine lines.

Cell turnover slows down
When we’re younger, our skin renews itself quickly. As we age, this process slows, meaning dead skin cells remain on the surface for longer, leaving skin looking dull and uneven.

The skin barrier becomes more fragile
Your skin may lose moisture more easily and become more sensitive to products that never used to cause a problem. This can leave skin feeling tight, dry or irritated.

Your skincare needs change too
The products that suited your skin at 30 may not give it what it needs at 45 or 55. Mature skin often benefits from ingredients that support hydration, strengthen the skin barrier and encourage collagen production.

The goal isn’t to fill your bathroom cabinet with more products…

It’s about choosing the right products for the skin you have today.

Because healthy skin isn’t about looking 20 again.

It’s about helping your skin stay strong, radiant and healthy at every stage of life.

If you’ve been wondering why your skincare routine doesn’t seem to be giving you the same results anymore, it might simply be time to reassess what your skin needs now.

Your skin evolves… your skincare should too.
DM me help for your skincare 😉

08/07/2026

Ageing skin isn’t just about wrinkles…

When most people think about ageing skin, they picture fine lines.

But wrinkles are often the last thing I notice.

Instead, I look for these five changes:

✨ 1. Dullness
If your skin has lost its glow and looks tired no matter how much sleep you get, it’s often because skin renewal has slowed down.

✨ 2. Loss of firmness
Your skin may feel a little less “bouncy” than it used to. This happens as collagen and elastin naturally decline with age.

✨ 3. Uneven skin tone
Sun exposure, hormones and time can leave behind pigmentation, redness or patches that make skin look older than it really is.

✨ 4. Dryness and dehydration
Mature skin produces less oil, making it easier for fine lines to appear. Often, improving hydration can make the skin look fresher and smoother.

✨ 5. Changes in texture
Skin can start to feel rougher, pores may appear more noticeable, and makeup doesn’t sit quite the way it used to.

The good news?

These are all changes that can often be improved with the right combination of medical grade skincare, collagen stimulating treatments, and a personalised treatment plan.

Ageing doesn’t mean you have to chase perfection or look like someone else.

For me, it’s about helping your skin become healthier, stronger and more radiant—so you still look like you… just fresher and more confident. 💙

Which of these changes have you noticed first?

👇 I’d love to know.

08/07/2026

Ageing skin isn’t just about wrinkles…

When most people think about ageing skin, they picture fine lines.

But wrinkles are often the last thing I notice.

Instead, I look for these five changes:

✨ 1. Dullness
If your skin has lost its glow and looks tired no matter how much sleep you get, it’s often because skin renewal has slowed down.

✨ 2. Loss of firmness
Your skin may feel a little less “bouncy” than it used to. This happens as collagen and elastin naturally decline with age.

✨ 3. Uneven skin tone
Sun exposure, hormones and time can leave behind pigmentation, redness or patches that make skin look older than it really is.

✨ 4. Dryness and dehydration
Mature skin produces less oil, making it easier for fine lines to appear. Often, improving hydration can make the skin look fresher and smoother.

✨ 5. Changes in texture
Skin can start to feel rougher, pores may appear more noticeable, and makeup doesn’t sit quite the way it used to.

The good news?

These are all changes that can often be improved with the right combination of medical grade skincare, collagen stimulating treatments, and a personalised treatment plan.

Ageing doesn’t mean you have to chase perfection or look like someone else.

For me, it’s about helping your skin become healthier, stronger and more radiant so you still look like you… just fresher and more confident.

Which of these changes have you noticed first?

👇 I’d love to know.

08/07/2026

I’ve seen an increase in advertisements for steroid injections being promoted as a treatment for hay fever, so I thought it would be helpful to share some balanced information.

Kenalog (triamcinolone) is a prescription-only medicine and is not licensed in the UK for the treatment of hay fever.

Current NHS guidance does not recommend routine steroid injections for managing hay fever. Instead, treatment usually includes:

✔️ Antihistamines
✔️ Steroid nasal sprays
✔️ Eye drops, where appropriate
✔️ Practical pollen avoidance measures
✔️ Allertox a nasal treatment for hayfever ( message me for more info)

If symptoms remain severe despite these treatments, your GP may consider referring you to an allergy specialist to discuss further assessment and whether allergen immunotherapy may be suitable.

As with any prescription medication, it’s important that treatment is based on an individual clinical assessment, with a discussion of the potential benefits, risks and available alternatives.

Your health and safety should always come first, so if you’re considering any prescription treatment, make sure you have a consultation with an appropriately qualified prescriber who can advise you on the most suitable option for your individual circumstances.

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