Botox® is a well-known brand of botulinum toxin used safely in aesthetics since the 1980s to reduce wrinkles by relaxing facial muscles. It’s commonly applied to areas like the forehead, glabella (between the eyes), and crow’s feet, and can also target lines around the mouth, neck, and jaw. Botox blocks chemical signals to muscles, preventing movement and allowing skin to smooth over time. Regular treatments are initially needed to "re-educate" facial muscles, with maintenance treatments typically required annually.
Dermal fillers like Juvederm and Teosyal, used at CF Aesthetics, are hyaluronic acid-based injectables that smooth lines in areas such as the cheeks, lips, and forehead. A topical anaesthetic reduces discomfort, and fillers are gently massaged to create a plumping effect, binding water for firm, youthful skin. The minimally invasive treatment requires no scarring and delivers long-lasting results.
HydraFacial is a hydrating skin detox treatment using active botanical ingredients. Suitable for all skin types, it involves stages of cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, and hydration with LED therapy to improve tone, texture, and radiance. The treatment boosts collagen production and eliminates impurities for instantly refreshed, glowing skin.
Profhilo is an innovative hyaluronic acid treatment that injects moisture into the skin, enhancing firmness and structure through collagen and elastin stimulation. Often focused on the lower face, Profhilo improves skin texture and appearance over time through controlled, gradual hydration.
DermaPen micro-needling improves skin tone, reduces scars and wrinkles, and promotes natural collagen production with minimal downtime. It effectively addresses acne scars, pigmentation, and stretch marks for an overall improvement in skin texture.
The Neoelegance Lumineo LED device at CF Aesthetics uses six wavelengths to boost collagen, even skin tone, and reduce acne. It also improves blood circulation, enhances oxygenation, and supports lymphatic drainage for healthier, rejuvenated skin.
CryoPen™ delivers pinpoint cryotherapy with liquid nitrous oxide, freezing and removing skin imperfections like skin tags, age spots, and warts. This non-invasive treatment works precisely on targeted areas without affecting surrounding healthy skin.
PRP facial rejuvenation uses your own blood platelets to stimulate collagen and cell growth, improving skin tone, texture, and complexion. It effectively reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scars, making it a popular anti-aging and regenerative treatment.
The ZO Skin Health range, available at CF Aesthetics, offers advanced skincare solutions for concerns like acne, pigmentation, and sun damage. Clinically proven and requiring medical direction, ZO products help maintain skin health and are tailored to individual needs.
Our medical-grade 3D UltimatePro platform offers non-surgical body contouring through cryo-freeze, cavitation, RF skin tightening, and shockwave therapy. These treatments reduce fat, tighten skin, and improve cellulite appearance with minimal invasion.
3D cavitation disrupts fat cells using sound waves, helping you achieve a slimmer look. Fat is naturally processed by the lymphatic system, with the treatment aiding in body contouring without invasive surgery.
3D RF uses radiofrequency to tighten skin by heating fat layers and shrinking fat cells. This treatment reduces cellulite and restores skin firmness for a smoother appearance.
Shockwave therapy targets cellulite and enhances skin tone with sound waves to stimulate circulation. It can be combined with other treatments to enhance fat reduction and skin tightening effects.
CF Aesthetics proudly operates from two clinic locations: Esthetic Sussex on Lewes High Street and Esthetic Skin in Brighton's Fiveways area. Each clinic provides clients with expert aesthetic treatments in tranquil, well-appointed settings, offering convenient access to advanced skincare and beauty solutions across Sussex.
Charlotte, Director and co-owner of Esthetic Sussex, leads our Save Face-accredited medical aesthetics clinic, brings a wealth of expertise with a focus on advanced aesthetic solutions. Charlotte specialises in non-surgical enhancements, offering a number of services including anti-wrinkle injections, lip augmentation treatments, facial fillers, body contouring, Profhilo treatments, and the highly sought-after Hydrafacial experience.
As an Advanced Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner and Independent Nurse Prescriber (RGN INP), Charlotte holds extensive credentials. She is a registered adult nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and maintains active memberships with the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) and the British Association of Cosmetic Nurses (BACN), underscoring her dedication to safe, professional care.
With over a decade in aesthetics, Charlotte has built a reputation for her meticulous approach to non-surgical cosmetic treatments. Her journey began in 2010, leading to the successful launch of CF Aesthetics in 2017. At Esthetic Sussex, Charlotte combines her medical acumen, clinical knowledge, and commitment to excellence to ensure clients achieve natural, radiant results tailored to a each individual’s needs.
With over 24 years of expertise in the beauty industry, Esther brings a wealth of knowledge and skill across beauty therapy, management, assessment, and education. Currently serving as Head Beauty Judge for the UK Association of Hairdressers & Therapists (AHT) national beauty competitions, she also contributes as a respected panel member for VTCT and City & Guilds, two of the leading awarding bodies in vocational training.
Esther’s extensive background and dedication to excellence make her a highly regarded authority in her field, committed to upholding the highest standards in beauty education and practice.
You can help activate the Botox by gently exercising the muscles that have been treated i.e. frown or smile as frequently as possible.
The most common reported side effects
Less common side effects
Should you experience any of these symptoms following treatment, please contact your practitioner
If you have been offered any additional or different instructions please follow the advice listed below. The effect of your treatment is immediate. Filler can be slightly mobile for a few hour following the procedure so it is important that you keep facial movements minimal and do not rub or massage the area for the rest of the day. Immediately after treatment it is quite normal for there to be slight redness, swelling and tenderness around the treated area. These signs will gradually disappear in a few days. Wash and dry your face with gentle patting movements. It is possible that you may be able to feel or see where the product has been placed for about two weeks following treatment. As the filler gradually incorporates into the matrix of your skin, these signs will lessen. If you have had stronger, more uplifting filler, it is possible that the filler will be palpable for longer.
Please avoid the use of makeup for the rest of the day to prevent the introduction of infection to the injection sites.
Do not have facial beauty treatments or massage for two weeks following treatment and avoid exposure to strong sunlight, very cold temperatures, saunas and solariums for the same length of time.
If there is discomfort following treatment you may take paracetamol. Avoid the use of aspirin, ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatory drugs as these may increase the risk of bruising.
Lip treatment generally takes a little longer to settle and may feel tender and appear uneven-this will gradually resolve itself within the first week and should not affect the final result.
There is a chance of bruising with filler treatment, caused bother though injection and sometimes through the pressure of the product on capillaries under the skin. Bruising may be apparent at the time of treatment or may develop later and may be anything from more likely mild, to moderate. This is an unfortunate side effect of filler treatments. Bruising will subside in time and the use of arnica cream can sometimes be helpful. Cool compresses for two days following treatment can help. After two days, warm compresses will encourage blood supply to remove traces of the bruise.
Although your treatment result is immediate the overall result will look much better in about two weeks when any trauma has subsided and the plumping effect of the product has really started to take effect.
Every treatment I have here is amazing. Friendly staff who are always buzzing and happy so you leave on a real high! Pedicure was just lovely. Chaland does my hair and now I wont go anywhere else. Charlotte also so honest and gives great advice on what’s needed. Gracie also brilliant at extensions. It’s the shop to go to for the full “glam up” when you really need it! Get everything done there and leave feeling proper pampered. Well done guys you all should be super proud!
Charlotte has totally halted my migraines with botox and has lifted the skin over my eyelid so my eyes don’t feel as heavy, loved her calmness and delivered a truly professional attitude.
I can’t rate this salon high enough! From the calming atmosphere to the friendly staff. I was extremely impressed by Charlottes knowledge and expertise with issues I was having with my skin, she recommended certain treatments along with using their skincare range Zo Skin Health. It’s only been a couple of weeks but I’ve definitely noticed an improvement in the texture of my skin! I look forward to seeing her soon for treatments and would definitely recommend this place to my friends!!