The Face Up™ Technique is an advanced facial sculpting method developed by founder Olga Newman. It supports natural facial ageing by working with the deeper structures of the face, not just the surface of the skin.

Rather than a traditional facial, it works through the muscles, fascia and lymphatic system of the face, neck and scalp where tension and puffiness build over time.

This treatment helps to:

  • Release facial tension and jaw tightness

  • Reduce puffiness and support natural lift

  • Improve circulation for a brighter, more refreshed appearance

I am an Advanced Face Up™ certified practitioner, trained by Olga Newman. With over a decade of experience in beauty and therapeutic massage, each session is tailored to how your body holds stress and tension.

To support the treatment, I use New Zealand clean beauty brands Embodyme Oils and Kaea Skincare, chosen for their natural, high-performing formulations.

My approach is grounded in health and wellbeing, with every treatment designed to leave you feeling balanced, refreshed and reconnected, naturally and with care.

Restore. Reconnect. Radiate.
This is the promise at The Faces Co.

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About The Faces Co.

What is the Face Up technique?

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A woman with long blonde hair, wearing a black shirt, smiling while sitting on a wicker chair next to a green plant against a white wall.

Meet Nikki

Hi, I’m Nikki, founder of The Faces Co., a boutique Face Up™ studio on Auckland’s North Shore.

I’m a qualified beauty therapist with over 10 years of experience, from hands-on treatments to opening and managing day spas. I’ve always been drawn to natural approaches that help people feel comfortable and confident in their own skin.

Over time, my interest grew into a deeper passion for holistic health and understanding how the body holds stress and tension. That’s what led me to the Face Up™ Technique. From my first treatment, I saw a visible difference and felt a shift straight away. It changed how I think about facial treatments and what’s really possible without invasive methods.

I created The Faces Co. to offer a more considered approach to facial treatments, one that goes beyond the surface. What I’ve seen since is that the impact isn’t just how you look. Clients leave feeling more lifted and refreshed, but also calmer and more at ease. Releasing tension in the face and supporting the nervous system is at the heart of what I do.

I believe when you feel good in your skin, everything else shifts.

Outside of the treatment room, you’ll usually find me by the beach, walking my dog or spending time with my family. I love cooking, learning about whole food nutrition, and anything that helps me feel grounded.

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