A revolutionary approach
Just over two years ago Maryna Cole launched her business Aesthetics Retreat here in Tunbridge Wells. As well as offering exclusive groundbreaking cosmeceutical treatments, Maryna has since qualified as a regenerative medicine aesthetician aiding the internationally renowned surgeon Darryl Coombes with his post-operative work. Here Maryna tells us more about her business and the unique partnership she has developed with Darryl and his patients.
Can you give us some background on you and your business?
I have been based in Tunbridge Wells for over 15 years. I qualified with a Business Degree from the University of Kent and have worked in the beauty and wellness industry at different levels worldwide. As well as managing five-star spas such as Champneys in the UK and the Steiner Spa in the USA, I also ran the Royale Retreat Wellness Spa here in Tunbridge Wells before launching my own business Aesthetics Retreat in 2022. I am now qualified as a regenerative medicine aesthetician, working with Mr Darryl Coombes, a consultant maxillofacial surgeon both in Tunbridge Wells and Harley Street, London.
What does your work with Mr Coombes involve?
He refers some of his post-operative patients to me for rehabilitative treatments. Mr Coombes specialises in the surgical treatment of facial deformity, cutaneous cancers of the face, head and neck, and also cosmetic facial surgery. He has pioneered the incredible Apex Facelift which not only gives natural, tailormade results, it only takes 90 minutes and there is minimal downtime due to it being performed under a local anaesthetic. Mr Coombes works in both the private sector and also for the NHS and has clinics in Tunbridge Wells, Worthing and London.
How did you and Mr Coombes meet?
He treated my mother for her surgery and after a period of time we started discussing how could benefit Mr Coombes’ patients. I specialise in regenerative skincare treatments which are carried out using a special microneedling machine called the VIVACE RF. It also incorporates the wonder ingredient Exosomes into the treatment. These have been dubbed the ‘next generation aesthetics’ and help to not only chronologically slow down ageing but biologically reverse it thanks to using regenerative therapeutics and aesthetics.
What is so special about what you do?
Our treatments change the structure and the function of the skin, so clients see a better skin quality restoration. Better still there is no downtime and using the Exosomes, in combination with the Vivace technique, stimulates skin cells and results in a huge increase of collagen and elastin levels. We are therefore delighted to be one of the first places in the UK to offer this sought-after treatment which can help with both cosmetic and post-op procedures.
How does this type of work benefit Mr Coombs’ patients?
Patients who have undergone cosmetic facial surgery can have a totally unique post-surgical procedure. VIVACE RF is an award-winning revolutionary treatment which uses microneedling and radiofrequency to tighten and brighten ageing or traumatised skin. I was trained by expert Dr Shameema Damree and this is what impressed Mr Coombes. He told me that I had done my homework in terms of using the best pioneering products which could benefit those having post-operative work done. The regenerative results are truly amazing for the aftercare work I carry out and can really help correct issues such as scarring. In short: the surgeon moves the face and my job is to deliver a regenerative life support for the patient’s skin. A treatment plan can be tailored to suit an individual’s specific needs.
What’s next for you and the work you are doing with Mr Coombes?
We have been invited to attend a number of high-profile events include the ASCE+ Exosomes’ private symposium which is where the world’s leading plastic surgeons along with the CEO of ExoCoBio, Dr Byong Seung Cho, will be discussing the science behind the magic of the world’s best cold chain Exosomes. Later this month we will be travelling to Malta and in the autumn we are off to Seoul in South Korea to attend another key industry events.
And finally Maryna, what makes your line of work so special?
Appearance is so important to one’s self-confidence and mental health. I have seen first-hand how a patient changes after treatment; their confidence just shines through. It is a pleasure to help with this process.
www.aesthetics-retreat.com
www.darrylcoombes.co.uk
