Cosmetic and Veins Clinic

04/05/2026

We’re expanding our anti-wrinkle treatment options at the Cosmetic and Veins Clinic, giving you more choice in your care. Welcoming Relfydess to our in-clinic range, offering a faster onset and longer-lasting results.

Just like Botox or Dysport, it works by gently relaxing overactive facial muscles, softening expression lines and helping prevent wrinkles from deepening over time.

But here’s where it stands apart.

Its formulation is exceptionally pure and ready-to-use in liquid form, with no reconstitution required. This supports precision, consistency, and high-level performance.

• 39% of patients may experience full effect within the first 24 hours
• Up to 75% of patients may enjoy results lasting as long as 6 months

Faster onset. Longer longevity. Elevated science.

Relfydess® is a Prescription Medicine containing 150 units of relabotulinum toxin A for the treatment of glabella lines and lateral canthal lines.
Relfydess® has risks and benefits. Ask your doctor if Relfydess® is right for you.
For product information check with your doctor or Consumer Medicine Information on www.medsafe.govt.nz.

21/04/2026

19/04/2026

The Gold Standard Treatment for Varicose Veins
International vein guidelines recognise heat-based ablation as the gold standard treatment for large varicose veins.
At Tauranga’s Cosmetic & Veins Clinic, we use Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) to close faulty veins.
✨ Why RFA?
✔ Virtually painless
✔ Lower complication rates
✔ Higher long-term closure rates
✔ Less inflammation after treatment
It’s a modern, proven method designed for excellent long-term results.

16/04/2026

If you’ve noticed redness, irritation, burning, or small bumps around the mouth, nose or chin, you may be experiencing perioral dermatitis, a common inflammatory skin condition that can flare after too many aggressive skin procedures or active products.
🚨 Common triggers we see include:
• Over-exfoliation (peels, acids, retinol overload)
• Too many cosmetic treatments too close together
• Skin barrier damage from harsh skincare routines
• Steroid creams (often unknowingly used)
• Heavy occlusive products and irritation from cosmetics
When the skin barrier is compromised, inflammation increases and the skin can enter a cycle of sensitivity and flare-ups.
🩺 Why Medical Advice Matters
Perioral dermatitis isn’t just “a rash”, it often requires a medical approach, including reducing triggers, repairing the barrier, and sometimes prescription treatments to calm inflammation properly. Treating it incorrectly can make it worse.

At Cosmetic and Veins Clinic Tauranga, our medical doctors and experienced skin therapists work together to create safe, results-driven treatment plans, tailored to your skin’s condition and recovery needs.

Results of this transformation incoming.....

14/04/2026

Melasma and stubborn pigmentation can be frustrating, especially when it keeps coming back.
The truth is: melasma isn’t just a surface stain. It’s often triggered by sun exposure, heat, hormones, and inflammation, which is why treatment needs to be structured and medically guided.
✅ For many patients, the best results start with medical-grade skincare, including pigment-correcting ingredients like hydroquinone (used safely in treatment cycles, not continuously) and often supported with vitamin A/retinoids.

Sunscreen is non-negotiable
If you have melasma, daily sunscreen is essential:
☀️ SPF 50+ every day
⏱️ Reapply when outdoors
🧢 Hat + shade improves results
Without sun protection, pigmentation treatments often fail.

What about lasers?
Lasers can help in some cases, but they are not always the safest or best option for melasma. In some patients, lasers can actually worsen pigmentation.
That’s why laser treatment should only be considered after medical consultation, and often after stabilising the skin with the right skincare plan.

Melasma is treatable,but it needs a long-term strategy, not quick fixes.

08/03/2026

Sometimes the best cosmetic work is the kind you can’t quite put your finger on.

In this treatment journey, we focused on softening crow’s feet and smoothing deep glabella lines (those “11” lines between the brows) to create an overall refreshed appearance.

The result? Significant relaxation of the targeted muscles, leaving the skin looking smoother even when frowning, and a brighter, more lifted eye area. By using a tailored, medical approach, we ensure that your natural expressions remain, just with a softer, more rested finish.

Whether you’re looking to address fine lines or simply want to brighten your overall look, a professional consultation is the best place to start.

Ready for your tailored plan? Click the link in our bio to book a consultation.