15 - 30 minutes

Interested in addressing visible signs of ageing such as fine lines and wrinkles? At SM Aesthetic Lab, we offer personalised services that support skin health and help you maintain a refreshed, youthful appearance over time.

Book a personalised consultation with one of our Cosmetic Nurses to create a treatment plan that aligns with your unique goals. We’re here to help you look and feel your best, confident, and refreshed every day.

How Wrinkles Develop

Wrinkles form gradually as part of the natural ageing process. Over time, the skin produces less collagen and elastin — two essential components responsible for firmness, strength and elasticity. As these structural proteins decline, the skin becomes thinner and less resilient, making it more prone to fine lines and creases.

External factors can accelerate this process. Cumulative sun exposure, environmental stressors, and lifestyle habits all contribute to collagen breakdown and reduced skin quality. As a result, lines that may have once appeared only during facial movement can begin to settle into the skin.

Repetitive muscle activity also plays a significant role. Everyday expressions such as smiling, frowning or squinting create dynamic lines. With time and continued movement, these lines may become visible even when the face is at rest. The degree to which this occurs varies between individuals and depends on factors such as skin thickness, genetics, and overall skin health.


Who May Consider Treatment

Many clients seek advice when they begin to notice changes such as:

  • Fine lines that remain visible at rest

  • Reduced skin elasticity

  • Creasing across the forehead or around the eyes

  • A general softening of skin structure

Our approach at SM Aesthetic Lab is always consultation-first. During your appointment, one of our experienced cosmetic nurses or doctors will complete a comprehensive facial assessment. This includes evaluating muscle movement, skin quality, facial balance, and your individual concerns.

Not all lines require the same approach, and in some cases, alternative or combination treatments may be more appropriate. Suitability is determined on an individual basis following assessment of your medical history, anatomy and treatment goals.


Our Approach to Ageing Skin

Treatment planning is focused on maintaining natural expression while supporting skin quality and structural balance. Rather than chasing lines, we prioritise a considered, long-term strategy tailored to you.

Where appropriate, treatment may assist in:

  • Softening the appearance of expression lines

  • Supporting smoother-looking skin

  • Maintaining facial harmony

  • Assisting with preventative ageing strategies

Results and longevity vary between individuals, and outcomes depend on factors such as metabolism, muscle strength and skin condition.


Consultation & Suitability

All cosmetic treatments require a personalised consultation prior to proceeding. This ensures:

  • Appropriate treatment selection

  • Realistic expectations

  • Safe clinical planning

  • Individualised dosing and technique

Our priority is always safety, suitability and natural-looking outcomes.

If you are beginning to notice changes in your skin or would like professional guidance on preventative ageing strategies, we encourage you to book a consultation with our team in Crows Nest. Following assessment, we can determine the most suitable pathway to support your long-term skin health.

Consultation

We offer comprehensive consultations and facial assessments with our experienced Cosmetic Registered Nurses and Doctors. During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your unique facial structure and recommend the most effective treatments and products to help you achieve your aesthetic goals. You’ll receive a personalised treatment plan and detailed pricing tailored to your needs.

Start your journey to smoother and more radiant skin by booking a consultation with our team at SM Aesthetic Lab.

*Due to TGA guidelines, we are unable to discuss specific treatments or details publicly. For more information, please book a consultation.

SM AESTHETICS LAB

At SM Aesthetic Lab, we offer in-depth cosmetic consultations with our cosmetic nurses and doctors, ensuring a personalised approach to achieving your aesthetic goals. During your consultation, our team will provide a comprehensive facial assessment, considering your individual concerns, facial structure, and desired outcomes. Whether you are looking for subtle enhancements, skin rejuvenation, or volumising treatments, we create tailored treatment plans designed to meet your needs.

All cosmetic treatments require a consultation to assess suitability, discuss expectations, and determine the best approach for each client. As everyone's anatomy and skin health differ, results may vary. Our focus is on safe, natural, and effective treatments that enhance your beauty while maintaining balance and harmony.

Our doctors and nurses provide a wide range of cosmetic treatments, including volume concerns, wrinkle treatments, PDO Mono Threads, and APTOS Threads. Dr Foley, Dr Webb, Nurse Avril, and Nurse Rachel are available upon request.

Meet Our Cosmetic Team

Nurse Maddy – Founder & Cosmetic Nurse 

Maddy, the owner and founder of SM Aesthetic Lab, has over 15 years of experience in the beauty and cosmetic medical field. As a registered cosmetic nurse and clinical trainer for both Teoxane and the Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science (AACDS), she brings extensive knowledge to cosmetic treatments and advanced techniques.

Maddy performs all cosmetic treatments and provides customised treatment plans tailored to each individual. With a comprehensive approach to aesthetics, she ensures that every client receives personalised advice and guidance to achieve natural, balanced results. Maddy is dedicated to helping clients enhance their features while maintaining harmony and symmetry, aligning treatments with their unique goals.

Nurse maddy, Maddy Firkins, SM Aesthetic lab
Nurse Sarah Southcombe, Cosmetic Nurse, SM Aesthetic Lab

Nurse Sarah – Registered Nurse | Dermal Therapist 

Sarah is a qualified Registered Nurse and Dermal Therapist who brings a unique combination of medical and beauty knowledge to SM Aesthetic Lab. Holding a Diploma in Beauty Therapy (2018) and a Bachelor of Nursing (2024), she offers a comprehensive and well-rounded approach to cosmetic treatments and skin health.

Sarah has completed her foundational training in cosmetic injectables through Fresh Clinics, including Introduction to Anti-Wrinkle and Dermal Fillers. She also holds certifications in Vascular Compromise Management and Emergency Response in Aesthetic Practice, ensuring client safety and best-practice care at every stage of treatment.

Passionate about helping clients feel confident and empowered, Sarah focuses on tailoring every treatment to suit the individual’s skin type, aesthetic goals, and lifestyle. Her dual background allows her to approach each consultation with both a clinical and holistic mindset, promoting natural results and long-term skin health.

Nurse Jen – Registered Nurse | Laser Technician 

Nurse Jen is dedicated to enhancing natural features, anti-aging, and providing personalised care with ongoing support. With a Diploma of Nursing (2020), a Bachelor of Nursing (2022), and she performs volumizing treatments, wrinkle treatments, skin rejuvenation procedures, and facial balancing techniques.

Having honed her skills and techniques under Nurse Maddy and through advanced training with Teoxane, Hygel, and more, Jen takes a holistic approach to facial assessments, carefully considering proportions, symmetry, and individual facial structure to achieve natural, balanced results. She tailors every treatment plan to ensure subtle enhancements that maintain skin integrity while supporting long-term rejuvenation.

Nurse Jen Talab, Cosmetic Nurse, SM Aesthetic Lab
Nurse Seph - SM Aesthetic Lab

Nurse Seph – Registered Nurse | Dermal Therapist

Nurse Seph began her journey in aesthetics at SM Aesthetic Lab as the clinic’s first employee, where she developed a strong passion for client care and the science behind skin health. This inspired her to complete her Bachelor of Nursing, graduating in 2023, followed by further training in cosmetic nursing and dermal therapies at AACDS before returning to the clinic to continue building her clinical experience.

Seph is deeply committed to ensuring every patient feels safe, comfortable, and well-informed, with a focus on natural, refreshed results. She is passionate about skin health, ongoing education, and supporting her patients with genuine care and honest advice. Outside the clinic, Seph is a mum to a beautiful baby boy, an avid reader, and a true crime podcast listener.

Dr Thomas Webb – Cosmetic Doctor 

Dr Thomas Webb brings surgical expertise to SM Aesthetic Lab, holding a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery (2016). With five years as a surgical trainee in Sydney, he has developed an in-depth understanding of facial anatomy and symmetry.

Dr Webb specialises in volumising treatments, wrinkle relaxers, and APTOS Threads, offering precise and natural enhancements. Having worked alongside Nurse Maddy since SM Aesthetic Lab was founded in 2020, he focuses on subtle, refined results tailored to each patient’s unique facial structure.

Dr Thomas Webb, Dr Tom Webb, Cosmetic Doctor
Dr Nico Foley - SM Aesthetic Lab

Dr Nico Foley – Cosmetic Doctor 

Dr Nico Foley is a Cosmetic Doctor with over ten years of experience in the field. With a background in Emergency Medicine and surgical sub-specialties, she has a keen interest in aesthetic medicine and women’s health.

Dr Foley shares the same treatment expertise as Dr Webb, including volumising treatments, wrinkle relaxers, and APTOS Threads. She is also a Medical Advisory Board Member for Laser Clinics Australia, focusing on patient safety and treatment outcomes.

Nurse Avril – Registered Nurse 

Avril completed her Bachelor of Nursing in 1998 and earned a Master’s in Health, Safety, and Environment in 2014. With a diverse background in surgical nursing, mental health, and remote area nursing, she brings a well-rounded approach to aesthetic treatments.

Since transitioning into the cosmetic field, Avril has worked for a leading cosmetic company, training nurses and doctors in advanced skin treatments. She focuses on volumising treatments, wrinkle treatments, skin balancing, and facial rejuvenation, tailoring each treatment plan to achieve harmonious and natural results for her clients.

Avril Angelucci - SM Aesthetic Lab

At SM Aesthetic Lab, we offer in-depth cosmetic consultations with our cosmetic nurses and doctors, ensuring a personalised approach to achieving your aesthetic goals. During your consultation, our team will provide a comprehensive facial assessment, considering your individual concerns, facial structure, and desired outcomes. Whether you are looking for subtle enhancements, skin rejuvenation, or volumising treatments, we create tailored treatment plans designed to meet your needs.

All cosmetic treatments require a consultation to assess suitability, discuss expectations, and determine the best approach for each client. As everyone's anatomy and skin health differ, results may vary. Our focus is on safe, natural, and effective treatments that enhance your beauty while maintaining balance and harmony.

Our doctors and nurses provide a wide range of cosmetic treatments, including dermal fillers, wrinkle treatments, PDO Mono Threads, and APTOS Threads. Dr Foley, Dr Webb, Nurse Avril, and Nurse Rachel are available upon request.

Meet Our Cosmetic Team

Nurse Maddy – Founder & Cosmetic Nurse 

Maddy, the owner and founder of SM Aesthetic Lab, has over 15 years of experience in the beauty and cosmetic medical field. As a registered cosmetic nurse and clinical trainer for both Teoxane and the Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science (AACDS), she brings extensive knowledge to cosmetic treatments and advanced techniques.

Maddy performs all cosmetic treatments and provides customised treatment plans tailored to each individual. With a comprehensive approach to aesthetics, she ensures that every client receives personalised advice and guidance to achieve natural, balanced results. Maddy is dedicated to helping clients enhance their features while maintaining harmony and symmetry, aligning treatments with their unique goals.

Nurse maddy, Maddy Firkins, SM Aesthetic lab

Nurse Sarah – Registered Nurse | Dermal Therapist 

Sarah holds a Diploma in Beauty (2018) and a Bachelor of Nursing (2024), allowing her to blend skincare expertise with advanced cosmetic treatments. She focuses on creating personalised treatment plans that align with her clients' goals while supporting overall skin health and rejuvenation.

Sarah’s comprehensive facial assessments focus on achieving facial harmony and balanced aesthetics. She offers volumising treatments, wrinkle treatments, and tailored skin rejuvenation procedures, ensuring that each treatment enhances natural beauty while preserving a refreshed and well-proportioned look.

Nurse Sarah Southcombe, Cosmetic Nurse, SM Aesthetic Lab

Nurse Jen – Registered Nurse | Laser Technician 

Nurse Jen holds a Diploma of Nursing (2020), a Bachelor of Nursing (2022), and a Laseraid Training Certificate (2023). She provides a range of cosmetic and skin treatments, including volumising treatments, wrinkle treatments, skin rejuvenation procedures, and facial balancing techniques.

Jen takes a holistic approach to facial assessments, carefully considering proportions, symmetry, and individual facial structure to achieve a natural and harmonious aesthetic. She tailors treatment plans to each client, ensuring results that enhance their unique features while maintaining skin integrity and balance.

Nurse Jen Talab, Cosmetic Nurse, SM Aesthetic Lab

Nurse Seph - Cosmetic Nurse | Dermal Therapist 

Nurse Seph began her journey in aesthetics at SM Aesthetic Lab as the clinic’s first employee, where she developed a strong passion for client care and the science behind skin health. This inspired her to complete her Bachelor of Nursing, graduating in 2023, followed by further training in cosmetic medicine and dermal therapies at AACDS before returning to the clinic to continue building her clinical expertise.

Seph is deeply committed to ensuring every patient feels safe, comfortable, and well-informed, with a focus on natural, refreshed results. She is passionate about skin health, ongoing education, and supporting her patients with genuine care and honest advice. Outside the clinic, Seph is a mum to a beautiful baby boy, an avid reader, and a true crime podcast listener.

Nurse Seph - SM Aesthetic Lab

Dr Thomas Webb – Cosmetic Doctor 

Dr Thomas Webb brings surgical expertise to SM Aesthetic Lab, holding a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery (2016). With five years as a surgical trainee in Sydney, he has developed an in-depth understanding of facial anatomy and symmetry.

Dr Webb specialises in volumising treatments, wrinkle relaxers, and APTOS Threads, offering precise and natural enhancements. Having worked alongside Nurse Maddy since SM Aesthetic Lab was founded in 2020, he focuses on subtle, refined results tailored to each patient’s unique facial structure.

Dr Thomas Webb, Dr Tom Webb, Cosmetic Doctor

Dr Nico Foley – Cosmetic Doctor 

Dr Nico Foley is a Cosmetic Doctor with over ten years of experience in the field. With a background in Emergency Medicine and surgical sub-specialties, she has a keen interest in aesthetic medicine and women’s health.

Dr Foley shares the same treatment expertise as Dr Webb, including volumising treatments, wrinkle relaxers, and APTOS Threads. She is also a Medical Advisory Board Member for Laser Clinics Australia, focusing on patient safety and treatment outcomes.

Dr Nico Foley - SM Aesthetic Lab

Nurse Avril – Registered Nurse 

Avril completed her Bachelor of Nursing in 1998 and earned a Master’s in Health, Safety, and Environment in 2014. With a diverse background in surgical nursing, mental health, and remote area nursing, she brings a well-rounded approach to aesthetic treatments.

Since transitioning into the cosmetic field, Avril has worked for a leading cosmetic company, training nurses and doctors in advanced skin treatments. She focuses on volumising treatments, wrinkle treatments, skin balancing, and facial rejuvenation, tailoring each treatment plan to achieve harmonious and natural results for her clients.

Avril Angelucci - SM Aesthetic Lab