What qualifications and experience does therapist Kim hold?

Kim has over 25 years of experience as an internationally qualified beauty, massage, and spa therapist, having trained and practiced across New Zealand, Australia, and Norfolk Island. She is also a member of the New Zealand Association of Registered Beauty Professionals Inc.

What is a Mindfulness Facial?

A Mindfulness Facial combines active skincare treatment with a guided meditation session delivered through a personal headset. Options include Age Defying, Hydrating, Brightening, and Purifying treatments.

What is dermaplaning and does it hurt?

Dermaplaning uses a fine, surgical-grade blade to gently remove dead skin cells and fine vellus facial hair. It is completely pain-free and requires no downtime.

How does the massage rebooking discount work?

Clients who book their regular massage sessions at intervals of six weeks or sooner receive a 10% loyalty discount.

How do I book an appointment or buy a gift voucher?

Appointments and gift vouchers can be booked directly online through Fresha, or you can contact the studio via phone or email.

What types of wax are used for hair removal?

The studio utilizes Italian strip wax cartridges and Go Wax Brazilian hard wax designed to ensure a gentler finish on delicate skin.

Sublime Beauty and Massage

beauty salon — Bell Block · New Plymouth

About Sublime Beauty and Massage

Sublime Beauty and Massage is a tranquil boutique studio located on Swans Road in Bell Block, New Plymouth. Founded and operated by Kim, an internationally qualified beauty, massage, and spa therapist with over 25 years of experience across New Zealand, Australia, and Norfolk Island, the studio is dedicated to providing personalised restorative treatments in a calm, inviting environment.

Every session is tailored to the individual, whether you are seeking therapeutic relief or deep relaxation. The comprehensive treatment menu spans bespoke facials using 100% natural New Zealand-made skincare, Ginger & Me Neurocosmedics mindfulness rituals with guided meditation, collagen induction microneedling, and gentle dermaplaning, alongside targeted deep tissue, Swedish, hot basalt stone, and traditional Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage.

Complemented by essential beauty maintenance including manicures, pedicures, waxing, and brow and lash styling, Sublime Beauty and Massage emphasizes thoughtful care and unhurried appointments. The clinic is an accredited member of the New Zealand Association of Registered Beauty Professionals Inc.

Sublime Beauty and Massage: Bespoke Skincare and Restorative Bodywork in Bell Block

Nestled along Swans Road in Bell Block, Sublime Beauty and Massage serves as a welcoming sanctuary for those seeking thoughtful, restorative personal care. Owned and operated by Kim, an internationally qualified beauty, massage, and spa therapist, the clinic brings more than twenty-five years of professional expertise across New Zealand, Australia, and Norfolk Island to the New Plymouth community. Rather than treating appointments as rushed transactions, the studio is intentionally built around calm, quiet relaxation where treatments are carefully customised around each client's specific skin and body needs.

Expert Bodywork and Holistic Relaxation

At the core of the studio's philosophy is the belief that bodywork should do more than simply untangle knots—it should reset the mind. Kim offers classic Swedish, therapeutic, and deep tissue massage, customising balms and pressure levels for individual areas of strain. For those seeking deeper therapeutic indulgence, Sublime features specialised body rituals. The 75-minute Hot Stone Massage utilizes natural, iron-rich basalt stones that retain therapeutic heat to ease persistent back stiffness and encourage profound calm. In contrast, the Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage relies on seamless, rhythmic strokes that glide across the body, restoring physical energy while releasing mental fatigue.

To encourage continuous self-care rather than isolated visits, regular massage clients who rebook within six weeks receive a dedicated loyalty discount, reflecting the clinic's focus on long-term wellness.

Advanced Facials and Gentle Skin Rejuvenation

Sublime Beauty and Massage pairs gentle spa rituals with targeted modern skin therapies. Bespoke facials utilize 100% natural, New Zealand-made skincare lines alongside Ginger & Me Neurocosmedics formulations. A notable highlight is the signature Mindfulness Facial, which incorporates an audio headset playing guided meditation while active botanical ingredients treat the skin, providing a sensory escape from everyday stress. Those wanting refreshing skin smoothing can opt for the Clinical Chill Peel Facial, which pairs clinical peels with soothing chill globes.

For textural improvements and cellular regeneration, Kim provides advanced dermaplaning and microneedling (Collagen Induction Therapy). Dermaplaning uses a fine surgical-grade blade to gently eliminate dead surface cells and fine vellus hair with zero downtime, while microneedling triggers natural collagen and elastin synthesis across the face and neck to address fine lines, scarring, and sun damage.

Thoughtful Details and Essential Grooming

Rounding out the service offerings are everyday beauty staples managed with the same meticulous care. Brow shaping, tinting, and comprehensive Eye Trio packages accentuate the eyes, while waxing services use Italian strip wax cartridges and Go Wax Brazilian hard wax engineered for delicate skin. Hands and feet are treated to classic manicures and pedicures, culminating in the Deluxe Pedicure with its knee-high scrub and relaxing foot massage. With easy online booking via Fresha, late Thursday hours, and Saturday appointments available, Sublime Beauty and Massage remains a trusted Bell Block haven for rejuvenation.

Signature items

Hot Stone Massage
Lomi Lomi Massage
Mindfulness Facial
Clinical Chill Peel Facial
Dermaplane Essential
Deluxe Pedicure

Massage (30 minutes) — Therapeutic, Swedish and deep tissue massage tailored to individual requirements with selected treatment balm.
Massage (45 minutes) — Therapeutic, Swedish and deep tissue massage tailored to individual requirements with selected treatment balm.
Massage (60 minutes) — Therapeutic, Swedish and deep tissue massage tailored to individual requirements with selected treatment balm.
Massage (75 minutes) — Therapeutic, Swedish and deep tissue massage tailored to individual requirements with selected treatment balm.
Massage (90 minutes) — Therapeutic, Swedish and deep tissue massage tailored to individual requirements with selected treatment balm.
Lomi Lomi Massage (75 min) — Traditional Hawaiian massage focusing on long, seamless strokes to restore energy, soothe the mind, and ease tension.
Hot Stone Massage (75 min) — Heated iron-rich basalt stones provide soothing pressure to relieve muscle tension, back pain, and stress.

Dermaplaning

Dermaplane Essential (45 min) — Cleanse, gentle surgical-blade exfoliation to remove vellus hair and dead skin cells, followed by aftercare.
Dermaplaning Facial with Mask (60 min) — Cleanse, enzymatic exfoliation, dermaplane, soothing mask, and post-treatment finishing products.
LED Therapy Add-On (15 min) — Pain-free low-level red and blue light therapy to stimulate natural cellular healing and enhance treatment results.

Hands & Feet

Manicure — File, shape, buff, cuticle care, and natural nail polish finish.
Pedicure — File, shape, buff, cuticle care, and natural nail polish finish.
Deluxe Pedicure — Luxurious foot soak, foot-to-knee exfoliation, nail care, cuticle work, nourishing mask, foot massage, and polish.
Gel Add-On — Gel polish application upgrade for manicure or pedicure services.

Microneedling

Microneedling - One Treatment — Collagen Induction Therapy covering the face and neck to trigger natural healing, improving fine lines, scars, and texture.
Microneedling - Course of Three — Series of three microneedling treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart for cumulative skin plumping and rejuvenation.

Eye Treatments

Brow Tidy / Shape — Precise brow shaping to define and frame facial features.
Brow Tint — Tinting to enhance brow definition, lasting 4 to 6 weeks.
Brow Shape & Tint — Combined brow tidy, shape, and tinting treatment.
Brow & Lash Tint — Lash and brow tinting to darken and enhance the eye area.
Eye Trio — Comprehensive eye grooming package combining brow tidy, brow tint, and lash tint.

Bespoke Facials

Express Facial (30 min) — Revitalising pick-me-up facial with thorough cleanse, gentle exfoliation, soothing mask, scalp massage, and finish products.
Sublime Essential Facial (45 min) — Indulgent skin boost including cleanse, exfoliation, soothing massage, nourishing mask, and specialised treatment products.
Mindfulness Facial (60 min) — Active skincare treatment paired with a headset guided meditation; options include Age Defying, Hydrating, Brightening, and Purifying.
Clinical Chill Peel Facial (60 min) — Ginger & Me Neurocosmedics peel treatment featuring an indulgent cream mask and soothing chill globes.

Waxing For Face & Body

Lip Wax — Facial waxing using gentle Italian strip or hot wax.
Chin Wax — Targeted chin hair removal.
Lip & Chin Wax — Waxing for both upper lip and chin areas.
Lip, Chin & Jawline Wax — Full lower face hair removal.
Nose or Ears Wax — Quick and gentle waxing for nasal or ear hair.
Underarm Wax — Underarm hair removal using specialised gentle wax.
Arms Wax — Arm waxing service using Italian strip wax.
Chest Wax — Chest waxing service.
Bikini Wax — Standard bikini line waxing.
G-String Bikini Wax — Higher cut bikini line waxing.
Brazilian · Regular Wax — Maintenance Brazilian wax using Go Wax Brazilian hard wax for clients waxed within 6 weeks.
Brazilian · First Time Wax — First-time Brazilian wax or for clients returning after 6 weeks or longer.
Back Wax — Full back hair removal.
Lower Legs Wax — Lower leg waxing using Italian strip wax cartridges.
Thighs Wax — Upper leg waxing.
Full Legs Wax — Complete leg waxing from ankle to thigh.

Frequently asked questions

What qualifications and experience does therapist Kim hold?: Kim has over 25 years of experience as an internationally qualified beauty, massage, and spa therapist, having trained and practiced across New Zealand, Australia, and Norfolk Island. She is also a member of the New Zealand Association of Registered Beauty Professionals Inc.
What is a Mindfulness Facial?: A Mindfulness Facial combines active skincare treatment with a guided meditation session delivered through a personal headset. Options include Age Defying, Hydrating, Brightening, and Purifying treatments.
What is dermaplaning and does it hurt?: Dermaplaning uses a fine, surgical-grade blade to gently remove dead skin cells and fine vellus facial hair. It is completely pain-free and requires no downtime.
How does the massage rebooking discount work?: Clients who book their regular massage sessions at intervals of six weeks or sooner receive a 10% loyalty discount.
How do I book an appointment or buy a gift voucher?: Appointments and gift vouchers can be booked directly online through Fresha, or you can contact the studio via phone or email.
What types of wax are used for hair removal?: The studio utilizes Italian strip wax cartridges and Go Wax Brazilian hard wax designed to ensure a gentler finish on delicate skin.

Tips

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