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Glowing by Leah | Aesthetic Nurse | Stroud

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We are absolutely over the moon to share that Glowing by Leah has been named a finalist for Best Clinic South in the Safety in Beauty Diamond Awards 2026 🤍

To be recognised at this level, amongst so many incredible clinics, means more than we can really put into words. This clinic was built on a commitment to doing things properly. To clinical integrity, honest advice, and genuinely caring about the people who trust us with their skin. Being a finalist in this category feels like a real reflection of that.

To every single patient who has chosen us, supported us, and been part of this journey, this is for you. We wouldn’t be here without you.

Huge congratulations to all of the other finalists 🖤 taken in Stroud, Gloucestershire by @glowingbyleah

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3 months ago

I'm incredibly proud to share that I've been selected as a Galderma faculty member and @gainbygalderma trainer for the UK. It's a moment I've worked towards for a long time, and one that feels really significant in my career!

I've used Galderma products throughout my practice because I really and truly believe in them. The science behind them, the safety data, the results I see in my patients. That trust has always come first, and being invited to join the GAIN faculty feels like a natural continuation of that relationship.

And now I get to help other healthcare professionals make thoughtful, evidence-based clinical decisions and raise the standard of care across aesthetics - something I care about deeply. Getting to do that in partnership with a company whose values align with my own really is the dream ⭐️

Thank you to the team at Galderma for your trust and for this opportunity 🤍

#stroudmums #stroudaesthetics #ukaesthetics #sculptra #galderma by @glowingbyleah

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3 months ago

✨ Exciting News! ✨

I’m incredibly honoured to share that I have been appointed as the South West Regional Leader for the British Association of Medical Aesthetic Nurses (BAMAN) covering Bristol, Gloucestershire, and Wiltshire.

This role is a wonderful opportunity to support and strengthen our local aesthetics community through professional networking, education, collaboration, and member engagement. I’m passionate about advancing patient safety, clinical excellence, and professional development, and I look forward to helping create even more opportunities for aesthetic nurses across the region.

Thank you to BAMAN for this opportunity and for the trust placed in me. I’m excited to work alongside fellow regional leaders and connect with members throughout the South West.
Here’s to growing, learning, and supporting one another as a professional community. 💜 by @glowingbyleah

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Aesthetics nurses by day. But we're also just girls whose camera roll is 90% other people's faces and who genuinely think a training course is a great Saturday 🫶🏻

We wouldn't be anywhere else ✨️

#stroudmums #stroudbeauty #stroudclinic #stroudlife #stroudaesthetics by @glowingbyleah

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One of the most frustrating things about perimenopause is how quickly your skin can seem to change.

Suddenly, the moisturiser you’ve used for years isn’t enough. Your skin feels drier but you’re also breaking out. Products start stinging. Redness appears more easily. Your face doesn’t feel quite as firm as it did before.

It can feel completely random, but there’s usually a reason.

Hormonal changes during perimenopause can affect collagen production, oil levels, hydration, the skin barrier and inflammation, which means several concerns can appear at the same time. That’s also why treating each symptom separately doesn’t always work particularly well.

Sometimes the biggest difference comes from stepping back, understanding what’s actually changed and adjusting your skincare and treatment plan accordingly.

If your skin feels like it’s changed overnight and you’re not sure what it needs anymore, book a consultation and we can help you make sense of it. The link in bio is the place to get started 💌

#liverpoolmums #stroud #gloucestershireaesthetics #andovermums #dursleylife by @glowingbyleah

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4 days ago

If you’ve got skin, there’s a good chance we can find a reason to talk to you about Laser Genesis.

It’s one of our favourite treatments for the patient who doesn’t necessarily have one huge concern, but looks in the mirror and thinks their skin could just be better. Less redness. Smoother texture. Pores that don’t seem quite so noticeable. A little more clarity, firmness and that healthy-looking freshness that skincare alone doesn’t always achieve.

Laser Genesis works by gently heating the deeper layers of the skin, stimulating collagen while also helping with some of the vascular changes behind redness. There’s no aggressive resurfacing and very little downtime, so it’s a treatment we can use consistently to build improvements rather than waiting until the skin needs something much more intensive.

It’s particularly good if you want to work on the overall quality of your skin rather than chasing individual imperfections one by one.

If your skin has been looking dull, uneven, red or simply not quite as good as you’d like it to, book a consultation, and we can see whether Laser Genesis belongs in your plan.

DM the word ‘GLOW’ to learn more or tap the link in bio to get started 💌

#stroudmums #stroudbeauty #stroudclinic #stroudlife #stroudaesthetics by @glowingbyleah

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6 days ago

If you notice enlarged pores and uneven texture most, the right treatment depends on whether you want gradual improvement or a quicker polish.

For longer-term refinement, Laser Genesis is a really good option. It gently heats deeper layers of the skin to stimulate collagen, which can improve texture, support the structure around the pores, and gradually give the skin a smoother, more refined appearance with minimal downtime.

If you’ve got an event coming up or simply want your skin to look fresher quickly, the Fire & Ice Facial is a different kind of treatment. The combination of a resurfacing glycolic mask followed by a cooling, soothing mask helps exfoliate dull surface cells, brighten the complexion, and temporarily refine the appearance of pores and fine lines.

So it really comes down to your goal. Laser Genesis when you want to work on the skin more gradually over time. Fire & Ice is for when you want that fresher, polished finish with very little interruption to your day.

If pores, rough texture or dullness are bothering you, send us a message or book a consultation via the link in our bio, and we can help you choose the right treatment for your skin 💌 taken in Stroud, Gloucestershire by @glowingbyleah

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7 days ago

Dry, scaly, uncomfortable skin isn’t something you simply have to put up with 🤍

This before-and-after is a lovely example of what can happen when we stop treating skin as something to “fix” from the outside and start understanding what it actually needs.

Conditions such as psoriasis can make areas of skin dry, flaky, inflamed, itchy, and sore. While there isn’t a cure for psoriasis, there’s a lot we can do to support the skin, reduce irritation and help manage flare-ups alongside appropriate medical care.

That might mean reviewing the products you’re using and stripping back anything that could be adding to irritation, focusing on gentle cleansing and consistent moisturising to support the skin barrier, identifying potential triggers and looking at lifestyle and overall wellbeing too. For some people, prescription treatment or input from their GP or dermatologist will also be an important part of managing the condition.

Once the skin is settled and clinically appropriate, we can also consider treatments such as polynucleotides to support skin quality and hydration, Laser Genesis to target redness and improve overall skin quality, and LED light therapy as a gentle option to support calmer, healthier-looking skin. The important part is that these aren’t automatically right for every person or every stage of a skin condition, which is why assessment and timing matter.

At Glowing by Leah, we’re much more interested in understanding the skin in front of us than simply throwing treatments and products at it. Sometimes the most effective plan is the simplest, and sometimes it’s a combination of homecare, professional treatments and appropriate medical support.

If you’re struggling with persistently dry, scaly, irritated skin or you’re unsure where to start, book a consultation and let’s take a proper look at what’s going on. ✨

#liverpoolmums #stroudaesthetics #gloucestershireaesthetics #andovermums #dursleylife by @glowingbyleah

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9 days ago

The treatments I rate most are usually the ones I keep coming back to for my own skin ✨️

For me, ageing well has never been about chasing every new launch or trying to correct everything at once. It’s about having a few things that consistently support skin quality, collagen and structure over time.

✨️ Good skincare provides a daily foundation.
✨️ Sculptra helps support collagen and firmness more gradually.
✨️ Microneedling works on texture, fine lines, and overall skin quality.

They each do something different, which is why they work so well as part of a long-term plan.

The goal isn’t to look a decade younger or like a different person. It’s to keep my skin strong, healthy and well supported as I age.

If you’re not sure what belongs in your long-term skin plan, send me a message to discuss the options or book a consultation via the link in my bio 💌 taken in Stroud, Gloucestershire by @glowingbyleah

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10 days ago

Most people don’t come to us saying, “I’ve lost collagen.”

They say they look tired. Their face feels a little flatter or more hollow than it used to. They’ve started noticing deeper folds, less firmness or that slightly drawn look that doesn’t seem to match how they actually feel.

This is where Sculptra can be such a lovely option.

Rather than simply adding volume to one area, Sculptra works by stimulating your own collagen production over time. It helps gradually rebuild some of the support that naturally reduces as we age, which can improve skin quality, soften hollowing and help the face look fresher and more supported again.

We often use Sculptra to:

👉🏼 Improve skin quality and thickness across larger areas of the face
👉🏼 Soften the hollow or gaunt appearance that can make you look more tired
👉🏼 Improve firmness and support as collagen levels decline
👉🏼 Create gradual rejuvenation without making you look “done”
👉🏼 Support the face over the longer term rather than chasing individual lines

Sculptra usually forms part of a course of treatment, and results can last up to two years. For someone who wants to think about their face and skin long term, rather than constantly treating the next line that appears, it can be a really worthwhile investment.

If you’ve started feeling like your face looks more tired, hollow or less supported than it used to, book a consultation via the link in our bio. We’ll look at what’s actually changed and whether Sculptra is the right option for you. 💌

#stroudmums #stroudbeauty #stroudclinic #stroudlife #stroudaesthetics by @glowingbyleah

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12 days ago

What an amazing day at GAIN Newport yesterday, representing Galderma!
It was such a privilege to be speaking and presenting to a room full of talented aesthetic practitioners, sharing how we can use the Galderma portfolio to create a truly holistic, tailored treatment plan for our patients, rather than looking at individual treatments in isolation.

I was also talking about Alastin Skincare, which I absolutely love, and how I incorporate it into my approach to supporting and enhancing aesthetic treatment outcomes.

And of course, it wouldn’t be a GAIN day without some hands-on learning! I had the opportunity to live inject for the delegates, demonstrating my techniques and sharing my approach using the Restylane range.

For me, days like this are all about education, sharing knowledge, learning from others and ultimately raising standards within our industry.

A huge thank you to the incredible Galderma team for having me, and to all the delegates who made the day so enjoyable.

What a day! 🤍 by @glowingbyleah

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13 days ago

Your face has around 40 muscles, but when was the last time you gave them any attention? 👀

We often think about facial treatments in terms of skin, but underneath there’s a whole network of muscles, fascia, and lymphatics that can hold tension and affect how the face feels.

That’s why facial massage has a very definite place at Glowing by Leah.

Depending on what you need, our treatments can include lymphatic drainage to encourage fluid movement and help with puffiness, sculpting massage across the face, neck, and décolletage, and intraoral massage and TMJ release for those who hold tension in the jaw and surrounding muscles.

If you clench your jaw, wake up feeling tight around the face, struggle with puffiness, or simply feel like your face needs a proper release, you may be surprised by how much tension you’re carrying.

Plus, there’s something very lovely about a treatment that supports how you feel as much as how you look.

Book your facial massage with Louise and give those muscles a very overdue workout. Tap the link in our bio to arrange your appointment or to enquire 🤍 taken in Stroud, Gloucestershire by @glowingbyleah

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