Appearance Beauty and Health

About Appearance Beauty and Health

Appearance Beauty and Health is a full-service beauty salon and day spa located at 200 Blighs Road in Papanui, Christchurch. The salon describes itself as a leader in the field of total body care, combining professionalism, skill, and results in a private, relaxing environment. All treatments are carried out by internationally trained staff.

The salon offers a comprehensive range of services spanning waxing, eye treatments, spray tans, manicures, pedicures, facials, specialised facial treatments, IPL and electrolysis, day spa packages, and bridal services. There is also a dedicated service menu for men.

For facials, the salon prefers to begin with a complimentary 15-minute skin consultation to diagnose the skin before recommending a treatment plan. Specialised facial technology includes high frequency, microdermabrasion, LED light therapy, ultra-sonophoresis, dermaplaning, micro-needling, and a range of chemical peels. Eye treatment options include brow lamination, lash lifting, henna brow design and colour, and eyelash tinting using premium brands including Nikk Mole and Brow Code.

Bridal bookings are accepted for groups of two to four people, with personalised programs arranged by phone. Online bookings are available through the website for standard appointments.

Appearance Beauty and Health Papanui: Full-Service Christchurch Beauty Salon With IPL, Specialised Facials, and Bridal Packages

Appearance Beauty and Health is a full-service beauty salon and day spa based at 200 Blighs Road in Papanui, Christchurch. The salon positions itself as a leader in total body care, with internationally trained therapists delivering treatments across beauty, nail, skin, and light-based services — all in a private, relaxing environment.

The clinic's philosophy — *"where technology meets nature to help you look your gorgeous best"* — reflects a blend of advanced equipment-based treatments alongside classic beauty services. Whether you're after a simple eyebrow tint or a course of micro-needling, the approach is the same: skilled therapists, proper diagnosis, and results-focused care.

A Wide Range of Services Under One Roof

Appearance Beauty and Health covers a broad spectrum. Standard beauty services include waxing (hot or strip wax), spray tans, manicures, pedicures, and a range of eye treatments. The eye treatment menu alone spans eyebrow design and tinting, eyelash colouring, lash lifting, henna brows, and brow lamination — the latter being one of the most requested current treatments for styled, manageable brows.

Facials are approached with care: new clients are offered a complimentary 15-minute skin consultation before any facial treatment begins, so the therapist can assess skin type and recommend the right service. For those seeking more targeted results, the specialised facial menu includes high frequency therapy, microdermabrasion, LED light therapy, dermaplaning, ultra-sonophoresis, micro-needling, and a full suite of chemical peels.

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is also available for permanent hair removal, and there is a dedicated "For Him" service menu for male clients.

Specialised Skin Treatments

The specialised facial treatments menu is one of the more comprehensive available in a Christchurch suburb salon setting. Micro-needling (also known as collagen induction therapy) treats acne scars, fine lines, deep wrinkles, and dyspigmentation — available at $145, or $160 combined with LED light therapy. Microdermabrasion uses a diamond wand to remove the outer layer of dead skin cells, addressing dull skin, pigmentation, and blemishes over a course of treatments.

The chemical peel range includes six options: Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Red Peel (AHA 30% + BHA 2%), the Institut Purple Peel (a deep resurfacing AHA/BHA combination), and the Ageless Peel — a retinol-based treatment targeting fine lines and acne scarring. All chemical peel facials are priced at $69.00.

Bridal and Group Bookings

Appearance Beauty and Health caters to bridal parties with a dedicated Wedding Day Indulgence package — an aroma facial combined with a 45-minute relaxing massage, available for groups of two to four people at $115 per person. Personalised bridal programs can also be arranged by phone for more tailored combinations of services. It's recommended to contact the salon directly for group bookings and bespoke bridal treatment plans.

Online bookings are available via the ABH website for individual appointments.

Signature items

• Brow Lamination
• Micro-needling
• Lash Lift
• Henna Brow Design and Colour
• Wedding Day Indulgence
• Chemical Peels

Menu

Chemical Peels

• Glycolic Acid Peel — Removes blackheads, whiteheads, pimples; reduces pore size and acne scarring
• Lactic Acid Peel — Smooths skin texture and promotes growth of a new, younger-looking skin layer
• Mandelic Acid Peel — Mild AHA peel with large molecular structure for minimal penetration
• Red Peel — AHA 30% + BHA 2% for brighter complexion; reduces pore congestion and fine lines
• Purple Peel - Institut — Intensive resurfacing peel targeting stubborn pigmentation, acne, and skin rejuvenation
• Ageless Peel - Institut — Retinol-based anti-ageing peel; improves fine lines, wrinkles, and stubborn acne

Eye Treatments

• Eyebrow Design — Brow shape designed to suit individual face and eye shape using hot film wax and tweezing
• Eyebrow Colour — Blended from the hair pearl range to suit your desired shade
• Eyebrow Design & Colour — Brow shaping and colour combined
• Eyelash Colour — Available in a range of colours from browns to blue/black
• The Eye Works — Eyelash and brow colour plus brow design — the ultimate eye treatment
• Lash Lift — Lashes lifted and lightly curled to open the eye and give the appearance of a fuller lash
• Lash Lift with Lash Colour — Lash lift combined with lash colour treatment
• Henna Brow Design and Colour — Cosmetic grade henna for a structured bold brow; lasts up to 14 days on skin, 6 weeks on hair
• Brow Lamination — Sets brows for a more manageable routine; adds volume to sparse brows; includes tint

Bridal Services

• Wedding Day Indulgence — Aroma facial plus 45-minute relaxing massage; available for bridal parties of 2–4

Specialised Facial Treatments

• High Frequency — Treats acne, enlarged pores, fine lines, and puffy eyes; promotes collagen and elastin (30 mins)
• Microdermabrasion — Diamond wand removes dead skin cells; softens scars and lightens pigmentation (30 mins)
• LED Light Therapy — Deep penetrating light targeting acne, healing, and dermal blood flow (30 mins)
• Ultra-Sonophoresis — Ultrasonic cavitation removes dead skin cells and toxins from the skin surface (45 mins)
• Dermaplaning Facial — Scrapes off dead skin cells and fine hair for smoother, brighter, more even-toned skin (30 mins)
• Micro-needling — Collagen induction therapy for acne scars, fine lines, and dyspigmentation
• Micro-needling with LED Light Therapy — Micro-needling combined with LED light therapy

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours?

Monday 4:30pm–7:00pm; Tuesday to Friday 9:00am–7:00pm; Saturday 9:00am–2:00pm. Closed Sunday.

Can I book online?

Yes — online bookings can be made through the Appearance Beauty and Health website at abh.co.nz.

Do you offer a free skin consultation before facials?

Yes — a complimentary 15-minute skin consultation is offered before beginning any new facial treatment, so the therapist can properly diagnose your skin.

What bridal packages are available?

The Wedding Day Indulgence includes an aroma facial and a 45-minute relaxing massage for $115. Spa parties for bridal groups of 2–4 can be arranged by phone.

Do you offer services for men?

Yes — there is a dedicated "For Him" service menu with recommended treatment programmes for male clients.

What is brow lamination?

Brow lamination uses a process similar to lash lifting to set the brows in place for a more manageable daily routine. It adds volume to sparse or thinning brows and tames unruly ones — and includes a tint. Priced at $55.

What types of chemical peels do you offer?

Six chemical peel types are available: Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Red Peel, Purple Peel (Institut), and Ageless Peel (retinoic acid). All are $69.00.

Tips

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• {"body":"The salon offers a complimentary 15-minute skin consultation before new facial treatments. Take it — it means your therapist recommends the right peel, light therapy, or treatment for your actual skin rather than a generic option.","title":"Book a free skin consultation before your first facial"}
• {"body":"The salon notes on its website that dermaplaning before a chemical peel allows products to penetrate deeper into the skin. If you're booking a chemical peel, consider adding dermaplaning ($45) in the same session.","title":"Pair dermaplaning with a chemical peel for deeper results"}
• {"body":"Micro-needling is available standalone ($145) or combined with LED light therapy ($160). The LED is also recommended 3 days post Purple Peel to accelerate healing — ask the therapist about sequencing if you're doing a course of treatments.","title":"Micro-needling with LED adds an evidence-backed recovery boost"}
• {"body":"For wedding day packages and group spa bookings, the salon asks you to call or contact them directly to arrange a personalised program. Online booking works for individual appointments but not bespoke bridal plans.","title":"Bridal bookings need a phone call, not an online booking"}

Good to know

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