Jeanine Chell - Facial Alchemy

About Jeanine Chell - Facial Alchemy

Facial Alchemy is a holistic skin, beauty, and wellness sanctuary founded by facialist Jeanine Chell, located within The Seven Senses Wellness Centre in Westmere, Auckland. The practice blends advanced non-invasive facial therapies with deeper energetic healing, treating the skin through the body's intrinsic self-repair mechanisms.

Specialising in bespoke Qi Beauty magnetic stimulation treatments, Sculptural Face Lifting, and holistic skin coaching, Jeanine crafts individualised treatment matrices mapped to each client's unique facial landscape. The studio prioritises internal cellular hydration, lymphatic stimulation, and vital health over aggressive trauma-based interventions, using clean skincare lines including Janesce, Coola, and Bestow.

Operating strictly by appointment, each session is delivered as an unhurried, restorative experience where holistic facial therapy intersects with cranial base and shoulder massage, craniosacral work, and mindful consultation.

Facial Alchemy: Holistic Skin Transformation and Qi Beauty in Westmere

Tucked within The Seven Senses Wellness Centre on West End Road in Westmere, Facial Alchemy approaches skin health from an integrative, restorative perspective. Founded by seasoned holistic facialist Jeanine Chell, the studio operates on the belief that enduring external radiance cannot be separated from internal vitality and nervous system balance. Rather than relying on abrasive peels or inflammatory wound-response procedures, Facial Alchemy focuses on techniques that strengthen the skin barrier, encourage natural cellular renewal, and move fluid where it is needed most.

At the core of the practice is the Qi Beauty method, an innovative modality developed in Australia that employs Static Magnetic Stimulation. Using microscopic 24k gold-plated magnets arranged in intricate, customised geometric matrices across facial acupuncture points and meridians, the treatment creates a static magnetic field. This field mobilises sub-dermal fluids, drives internal hydration, and stimulates cellular energy without heat or surface trauma. Because no two faces share the same contours or aging patterns, Jeanine customises every matrix to address specific concerns such as fine lines, volume loss, jowl laxity, broken capillaries, or sluggish lymphatic flow.

The Integrative Treatment Experience

A visit to Facial Alchemy is designed as an immersive, unhurried wellness ritual. Standard and deluxe treatments begin with an in-depth consultation and before-and-after photo assessment, allowing client and practitioner to track micro-changes in volume and tone. Sessions incorporate herbal steams, gentle cleansing, and custom peptide serums that penetrate deeply while the magnetic matrix is active on the skin.

While the matrix settles and works on the cellular level, the treatment expands into structural bodywork. Jeanine integrates specialised massage across the cranial base, neck, décolletage, and scalp, clearing tension pathways and stimulating blood and lymphatic flow. Clients frequently elect to integrate craniosacral therapy into their sessions, addressing the central nervous system to induce deep relaxation and whole-body alignment.

Plant-Based Skincare and Lasting Results

To complement in-clinic modalities like Sculptural Face Lifting and Intra-Oral massage, Jeanine relies on clean, high-efficacy skincare ranges. Formulations from botanical skincare pioneer Janesce, suncare line Coola, and internal nutrition specialist Bestow Beauty support skin restoration between visits. Every protocol is crafted to leave the complexion visibly plumper, calmer, and more luminous, anchored by an enduring sense of calm.

Signature items

• Standard Qi Beauty Facial
• Deluxe Qi Beauty Facial
• Sculptural Face Lifting
• Craniosacral Integration
• Custom Matrix Mapping

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Facial Treatments

• Standard Qi Beauty Facial — Customised face mapping using gold-plated micro-magnets on acupuncture points to stimulate Qi energy, volume, and cellular repair, complemented by neck, shoulder, scalp, and décolletage massage.
• Deluxe Qi Beauty Facial — Extended Qi Beauty treatment incorporating a botanical herbal steam, gentle exfoliation, and targeted facial massage alongside bespoke magnetic stimulation.
• Sculptural Face Lifting — Specialised facial sculpting and contouring technique designed to tone facial muscles, relieve tension, and naturally lift the face.
• Intra-Oral Massage — Deep structural facial massage technique working from within the mouth cavity to release deep-seated muscle tension and firm contours.
• Skin Coaching & Transformation — Dedicated skin consultation and tailored long-term treatment planning to address complex skin conditions and barrier restoration.

Curated Skincare Brands

• Janesce Skincare — Plant-based, organic botanical skincare formulations designed to nourish and heal skin barriers.
• Coola Suncare — Organic, eco-conscious sun protection and environmental skin defense formulations.
• Bestow Beauty — Internal skin nutrition, culinary oils, and dietary powders designed to support skin health from within.

Holistic & Add-On Therapies

• Craniosacral Therapy Add-on — Energetic and somatic realignment therapy integrated into facial treatments to rebalance the body's natural systems.
• Lymphatic Brush Ritual — Targeted dry or oil lymphatic brushing to stimulate fluid drainage, reduce puffiness, and enhance systemic detoxification.
• Holistic Healing Session — Energetic and restorative healing treatment supporting systemic vitality and stress relief.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Facial Alchemy located?

Facial Alchemy is located inside The Seven Senses Wellness Centre at 100A West End Road, Westmere, Auckland.

What makes Qi Beauty facials different from traditional facials?

Qi Beauty uses static magnetic stimulation via gold-plated magnets placed on acupuncture points to move fluids internally and energise cells, rather than relying solely on topical masks or abrasive peeling.

How long does a Qi Beauty facial appointment take?

A standard session includes 75 minutes on the treatment table plus 30 minutes for consultation, before-and-after photos, and herbal tea. Deluxe sessions allow 90 minutes on the table with the same 30-minute consultation window.

Are there any contraindications for Qi Beauty treatments?

Yes. Qi Beauty treatments are not suitable for pregnant individuals or anyone fitted with a pacemaker.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes, all appointments at Facial Alchemy are strictly by appointment only and can be booked online.

What immediate results can be expected after a treatment?

Clients typically observe plumper, deeply hydrated skin, refined pores, reduced facial puffiness, lifted brows and cheeks, and diminished redness from a single session.

Tips

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Good to know

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