27/11/2025
December always feels a little more exposing, doesn’t it?
The Christmas parties, family gatherings, reunions with people you have not seen all year – and suddenly there are photos, bright lights, and reflections everywhere you turn. That is often when you start to really notice the changes that have been quietly creeping in all year.
Softer definition through the cheeks.
A little more heaviness around the lower face.
Skin that just does not feel as firm or supported as it used to.
If we have not met yet, I am Nurse Sophie, the owner of House of Individuals.
I spend a lot of time talking to women and men who say some version of the same thing:
“I still feel like me on the inside… but my face looks tired, a bit deflated, like everything has shifted down.”
A big part of this is collagen. From your late twenties onwards, your natural collagen levels gradually decline. Collagen is one of the key proteins that helps give your skin structure and support. As it reduces, you may start to see:
• Flatter-looking cheeks
• Less defined contours
• A general sense that your face looks less “held up” than it used to
None of this means you have done anything wrong. It is not a failure of skincare or lifestyle. It is simply the natural ageing process. But that does not mean you have to just accept feeling uncomfortable in your own reflection.
If you are not looking for anything drastic, and you prefer a subtle, gradual change, Sculptra can be a really thoughtful option to consider.
Sculptra is a collagen-stimulating injectable treatment. Unlike traditional volumising fillers that work mainly by adding immediate volume, Sculptra is designed to encourage your own collagen production over time. I often describe it as strengthening the “scaffolding” beneath the skin, rather than simply placing something on top.
With Sculptra, my goal is not for you to walk into a Christmas event looking suddenly and obviously “done.” The changes are intended to be gentle and progressive. Over the weeks and months after treatment, you may notice:
• A more supported appearance through the cheeks and mid-face
• Less of that hollow or “deflated” look
• A general improvement in skin structure and firmness
Most people around you will not know you have had a specific treatment. They are more likely to say things like, “You look well,” or “You look really good lately,” without being able to put their finger on why.
I also know December is the month when you are probably putting yourself last.
You are organising plans, buying gifts, sorting food, dealing with diaries, and trying to make everything feel special for everyone else. It is very easy to tell yourself, “I will focus on me in the new year.”
But sometimes, starting in December is one of the kindest things you can do for yourself.
Sculptra is not about a quick fix for one night out. When you begin this kind of treatment before Christmas, you are really choosing to invest in how your skin will look and feel in the months ahead. While the festivities come and go, your collagen is quietly being stimulated beneath the surface, supporting you long after the decorations are packed away.
Here is how I approach Sculptra at House of Individuals:
First, I invite you in for a detailed consultation with me. This is a relaxed, honest conversation about your face, not a list of “flaws.” You can tell me what you are really noticing – perhaps flattening in the mid-face, a softer jawline, or a general sense that your features do not feel as defined.
During this consultation, I assess your facial structure, skin quality, and overall proportions. Together, we discuss whether Sculptra is an appropriate treatment for you, taking into account:
• Your age and skin condition
• The areas that bother you most
• How natural and subtle you would like the result to be
• How patient you are willing to be while your collagen builds over time
Sculptra is not the right choice for everyone. It suits someone who values gradual, natural-looking improvement and is comfortable with a treatment plan rather than expecting instant change.
If we agree that Sculptra is right for you, I create a personalised treatment plan. This usually involves:
• A course of Sculptra sessions, spaced appropriately
• Advice on skincare and lifestyle to support the collagen you are rebuilding
• Regular review appointments with me to ensure you feel comfortable and happy with your progress
My focus is always on keeping you looking like yourself. The intention is to restore support and structure so your face feels more in line with how you still feel inside: capable, present, and very much you.
Starting Sculptra in December can feel like a quiet promise to yourself for the year ahead. While everyone else is focused on presents and parties, you are choosing something that supports your confidence on a deeper level.
If you have been looking in the mirror and thinking, “I just look a bit deflated,” and you would like to explore whether Sculptra could be right for you, I would be happy to talk it through with you.
You can book a consultation at House of Individuals, or send me a message with the word “SCULPTRA”, and I will come back to you personally.
No pressure. No obligation. Just an honest, professional conversation about what is possible for your skin – so you can move into the new year feeling more at ease with the face that looks back at you.
