wonder woman: MARY CHIGWIDDEN FROM CONTOUR CLINICS

MARY IS ONE OF THE PROUD OWNERS, AND HEAD INJECTOR, AT CONTOUR CLINICS NEWTOWN. Mary’s focus is on a holistic approach to cosmetic medicine, and rejuvenating her clients to give them a completely natural appearance whilst making sure they reach their cosmetic goals. Read on to find our more about Mary…

Mary Chigwidden is Head Cosmetic Injector at Contour Clinics. A qualified aesthetic nurse with over 14 years of nursing experience, Mary has trained as an Intensive Care and Critical Care Nurse with proven accomplishments in both areas. Mary held the position of Team Leader of the Intensive Care Unit at Royal North Shore Hospital before moving her skills into the field of cosmetic medicine.

Mary became a qualified nurse injector through the Australian Academy of Cosmetic Medicine and Surgery. We asked her the bm questions to find out a little more about her…

You, in three thoughts? Compassionate, eye for aesthetics, driven for patient outcome.

What inspires you? Achieving the best results for patient outcomes, and working towards Contour Clinics becoming the pinnacle of the industry standard.

What’s your work title? I am the Head Cosmetic Nurse Injector and a Co-Founder of Contour Clinics.

What was your first ever job? I began by working in an intensive care unit.

What did you want to be when you were little? I have always wanted to be a nurse; I have a passion for helping people.

How did your business come about? I had a friend who owned a beauty clinic, but found that the best outcomes weren’t able to be achieved just through dermal therapy alone. So together, we looked into achieving better outcomes, by way of cosmetic medicine.

Describe your usual day. Patient consultations, which involve devising individual treatment plans, as every patient has unique requirements. And, of course, administering treatments – usually injectables.

What makes your day? When a patient feels strongly about an area of insecurity, and we achieve excellent patient outcomes that give them new-found confidence; that is hugely rewarding.
Or, when a patient recommends a friend who then comes to see me; knowing my work has made a positive impact and is trusted by word of mouth is very pleasing.

Three things in your life you can’t live without? First and foremost, my family; my husband and two kids. Exercise and shopping are both essential to my wellbeing and happiness, and the passion I have for my work keeps me going every day.

Four favourite songs you play on rotation? I don’t really play songs on repeat; I like to listen to what’s new, something I haven’t heard before. So, luck of the draw on the radio I suppose!

Your favourite place to escape to? The treadmill. Exercise in general is my escape, my ultimate ‘me’ time.

What’s your favourite time of the day? The evening, because that’s when I’m spending time with my family.

How do you relax? With retail therapy, regular massages and getting my nails done. I’m also a big fan of float tanks.

Best piece of life advice you’ve received? Don’t be disheartened by people stomping on your dream.

What will you be doing 5 years’ time? I’ll still be building Contour Clinics. No matter how high we reach, we won’t sit back. And I’ll always be working to achieve better patient outcomes – that’s a journey that never ends, because there will always be something new and exciting to master in this industry.