Choosing a cosmetic or skin treatment can feel overwhelming. There are countless options, different technologies and no shortage of advice telling you what your skin supposedly needs.
At That Face Place, we believe the most considered treatment plans begin before any treatment is recommended.
Our consultation process combines standardised clinical photography, advanced 3D facial analysis and professional interpretation by an experienced registered nurse or dermal therapist.
It is designed to give you a clearer understanding of your skin, facial structure and treatment options. You leave with detailed information, objective measurements and a personalised Face Analysis Report that becomes the baseline for your treatment journey.
Why a Consultation Should Be More Than a Quick Conversation
A consultation should never feel like a rushed conversation in front of a mirror.
The same concern can look similar on the surface but have a very different underlying cause. Uneven tone may be connected with sun exposure, pigmentation or vascular changes. Visible lines may be influenced by facial movement, skin quality, collagen changes or facial structure.
Two people may arrive with the same concern and require completely different treatment plans.
That is why we take the time to assess the individual rather than recommending a treatment based only on what is immediately visible.
Our consultation process considers:
- Your primary concerns
- Your skin condition and history
- Your facial structure and proportions
- Your medical and treatment history
- Your current skincare routine
- Your lifestyle and recovery preferences
- Your expectations and long-term goals
Technology gives us valuable data. Our clinical team then provides the interpretation, context and honest guidance needed to turn that information into a personalised plan.
Standardised Clinical Photography
The first stage of the consultation involves photography using our professional Clinical Imaging System.
Unlike everyday photographs, clinical images are captured using dedicated, fixed lighting and consistent positioning. This allows images taken at different appointments to be compared under the same conditions.
Standardisation is important because natural lighting, camera angles, makeup and even the time of day can change how the skin appears in a photograph.
The imaging system also uses specialised dermatoscopy filters to help our team observe patterns of melanin and haemoglobin within the skin. This may provide additional insight into pigmentation, redness, vascular changes and other skin characteristics that are not always obvious under standard lighting.
These images are securely stored and become part of your clinical baseline. At future appointments, they can be compared using the same angles, lighting and photographic standards.
What Is Aura 3D Facial Analysis?
Following your clinical photography, our team uses the Aura 3D Facial Analysis system to capture a detailed three-dimensional image of your face and neck.
Aura is a Swiss-made system powered by Hexagon technology. It creates a photo-realistic 3D model that can be viewed from multiple angles and assessed across skin quality, facial measurements and overall structure.
This is not a beauty filter or a simulation designed to change how you look. It is a clinical analysis tool that provides objective information about your skin and facial features.
Understanding Your Skin Scores
The Aura system analyses five key skin features:
- Wrinkles
- Skin texture
- Brown spots
- Red areas
- Pore visibility
Each feature is assessed across different areas of the face and neck rather than being reduced to one general score.
For example, your skin texture may differ between your forehead, cheeks and lower face. Pigmentation may be more concentrated in areas that have received greater sun exposure, while redness may follow an entirely different pattern.
Each feature is scored on a scale from one to five and compared with population benchmarks. Your skin type is also recorded using the Fitzpatrick scale, which helps inform how different treatments may be considered and sequenced.
This detailed assessment allows our team to look at your skin as a whole while still understanding the differences between individual facial zones.
Facial Measurements and Proportions
For clients exploring nurse-led aesthetic treatments, the Aura system can also capture precise facial measurements.
The face is assessed across proportions, distances and angles. This may include the relationship between the forehead, brow, nose, lips, chin, jawline and neck.
These measurements provide an objective baseline for understanding your individual structure. They are not used to compare your face with an idealised template or encourage unnecessary treatment.
Instead, the information helps support a more considered conversation about facial balance, movement and the features that make your face uniquely yours.
Our approach to facial aesthetics is centred on natural-looking treatment planning. Understanding proportion and structure helps our nurses consider the face as a whole rather than focusing on one feature in isolation.
Understanding the Face at Rest
Facial movement and resting presentation both contribute to how the face appears.
The Aura assessment captures the face in a neutral position. This helps our team observe static lines, resting features and the relationship between different facial areas without relying only on posed or smiling photographs.
This information may be useful when discussing concerns involving the forehead, eye area, cheeks, lower face, mouth, chin or jawline.
Our Areas of Concern resource provides further information about how different facial areas can change over time and why assessment should consider more than one isolated feature.
Your Personalised Face Analysis Report
At the end of your consultation, you receive a personalised Face Analysis Report to take home.
Your report may include:
- Your overall skin score
- Individual scores for wrinkles, texture, brown spots, redness and pores
- Comparisons with population benchmarks
- A breakdown of skin features by facial area
- Your facial proportions, distances and angles
- Your skin type classification
- Your 3D facial images from multiple angles
This report allows you to see the information discussed during your appointment and understand why particular recommendations have been made.
It also becomes your baseline for future reviews. Rather than relying only on memory or perception, your clinical photographs and analysis can be reviewed over time using consistent measurements.
Which Consultations Include Clinical Imaging?
At That Face Place, clinical photography and Aura 3D analysis form part of the consultation process for new clients exploring a range of cosmetic and skin treatments.
This includes consultations for:
- CO2 laser treatment
- Skin needling
- IPL skin rejuvenation
- Skin health and treatment planning
- Nurse-led facial aesthetic consultations
The imaging is not reserved for one particular treatment or offered only as a premium addition. It is part of our commitment to ensuring new client recommendations are based on a thorough, documented assessment.
Technology Supports the Consultation, but It Does Not Replace Experience
Advanced imaging provides information, but it does not create a treatment plan on its own.
Your results must be interpreted in context by a qualified practitioner who understands skin health, facial anatomy, treatment suitability and the limitations of each treatment option.
Every consultation at That Face Place is conducted by an experienced registered nurse or qualified dermal therapist. The role of our team is to consider what the technology shows alongside your history, concerns, lifestyle and goals.
You can learn more about the clinicians behind this process on our Meet the Experts page.
We do not believe in recommending treatments simply because they are available. If a treatment is not considered suitable, or if your skin would benefit from preparation or an alternative approach, we will explain why.
Why a Documented Baseline Matters
Changes in skin quality are often subtle and gradual. Because you see your face every day, it can be difficult to recognise how texture, tone, redness or pigmentation may be changing over time.
A documented baseline allows progress to be reviewed more objectively. Images are captured using the same lighting, positioning and clinical standards, creating a more meaningful comparison between appointments.
This can be particularly valuable when treatment planning focuses on long-term skin health rather than a quick or dramatic change.
A More Considered Approach to Cosmetic and Skin Treatments
A beautiful clinic experience should feel calm, personal and considered. It should also be supported by clinical care, honest guidance and a clear reason behind every recommendation.
At That Face Place, the consultation is not simply the appointment before the treatment. It is one of the most important parts of the entire process.
Clinical photography helps us see the skin under consistent conditions. Aura 3D analysis gives us detailed information about skin features, facial measurements and structure. Our nurses and dermal therapists then bring those insights together to create a plan that is personal to you.
You leave knowing more about your skin, understanding the options available and feeling informed before making any treatment decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the That Face Place consultation different?
Every new client consultation includes standardised clinical photography and Aura 3D facial analysis. The information is interpreted by an experienced registered nurse or dermal therapist, and clients receive a personalised Face Analysis Report to take home.
What does the Aura skin analysis measure?
The Aura system assesses wrinkles, skin texture, brown spots, red areas and pore visibility. These features are analysed across different areas of the face and neck and compared with population benchmarks.
Do I receive a copy of my results?
Yes. You receive a personalised Face Analysis Report containing your skin scores, facial measurements, skin classification and 3D facial images.
Is 3D facial analysis only used for aesthetic treatments?
No. The assessment may be used for both skin and nurse-led aesthetic consultations, including CO2 laser, skin needling, IPL and broader skin health planning.
Does the analysis automatically recommend a treatment?
No. The technology provides clinical information, but all recommendations are made by a qualified practitioner after considering your results, medical history, skin condition, concerns and goals.
Can the images be used to monitor progress?
Yes. Standardised clinical photographs and your Face Analysis Report provide a baseline that can be reviewed and compared at future appointments.
Book a Consultation on the Gold Coast
That Face Place is located at Shop 1, 1093 Gold Coast Highway in Palm Beach, welcoming clients from Currumbin, Elanora, Tugun, Burleigh Heads and across the southern Gold Coast.
If you would like a clearer understanding of your skin and facial structure before considering treatment, explore our 3D skin and facial analysis consultation.
Information in this article is general in nature and does not replace personalised medical or clinical advice. Treatment recommendations, suitability and outcomes vary between individuals and are discussed during consultation.
