ABOUT US
TRUYOU - NOT JUST A NAME...
TruYou, it's a sincere statement of how we approach every one of our clients! We take the time to get to know you; we’re passionate and dedicated to making you feel as comfortable and confident in your own skin as possible.
As a registered nurse and with over ten years experience in appearance medicine, I have extensive experience in the industry. I've worked in a number of different clinic environments, as well as managing and owning successful appearance medicine and beauty therapy businesses in the past.
TruYou is a collaboration with some of my most respected colleagues. We are all experienced professionals, specialising in a boutique service offering and providing treatments in several convenient locations across Northland, and in Gisborne. If you’ve been to see us, you know we love a laugh and good chat, which is always the best part of any of our treatments.
Here at TruYou, we’re all about enhancing your natural beauty and bringing out the best in you - we love helping you find the 'TRUYOU'!
"Not Just a Pretty Face: New Cosmetic Academy Established in Northland."
...NOT JUST A PRETTY FACE EITHER!
NORTHLAND COSMETIC ACADEMY offers a range of one-to-one and small group courses in the art of specialised appearance medicine techniques.
Our team of experienced practitioners and qualified educators provide comprehensive training programmes to equip you with the skills to build a profitable business in the world's leading beauty techniques!
For more information about TruYou, visit the Northland Cosmetic Academy website or Facebook page!
MEET THE TEAM
Chrissie Dawkins
I started my career as a Registered Nurse contracting in many different areas of the health sector, including GP practice nursing and palliative care. I have previously owned a successful Appearance Medicine and Beauty Therapy clinic in Auckland.
During my time within the industry, I have gained a strong background in facial assessment and administering Botulinumtoxin-A and Dermal Fillers, as well as performing collagen induction skin corrective therapies, such as Dermal Needling and Fractional CO2 Laser. I am also experienced in spider vein laser, hair removal and photo rejuvenation.
I created TruYou with the vision of providing specialised treatments and expert care, with an honest approach. Our collaboration means that we can offer these services in a number of locations convenient to you.
Penny Honey
Penny is our professional cosmetic tattooist with over 10 years experience in the industry. Penny quickly became the 'go to' lady in Whangarei for transforming brows with a variety of techniques including powder, ombre & feather touch. She enjoyed tattooing so & realised there was a demand for more therapists so she launched BTW Brow Academy.
She is passionate about delivering the best results for every one of her clients and she continually works to advance her experience and techniques.
Penny also specialises in stunning lip blush & eyelash enhancement (eye liner) tattooing treatments. She is available every 6 weeks on a Saturday in our Whangarei clinic.
Alex Hannam
Alex is the friendly voice on the phone when you ring the clinic. When looking for our Operations Manager, her bubbly personality, caring nature & a general love of all things beauty, made her a welcome addition to the TruYou team.
Alex has a background in Marketing, Administration & Broadcasting. You will meet Alex in the Whangarei clinic.
Whangarei & Waipapa
Phone: (021) 2878968