01Otago · Southland · Nelson Tasman · Canterbury
Volnewmer skin tightening
for the whole South Island
Silk Clinical Aesthetics in Christchurch is the only Volnewmer clinic in the South Island (as at July 2026). One session, no downtime, and no reason to fly to Auckland for the same technology.
Quick Answer
Volnewmer monopolar RF skin tightening is available in the South Island only at Silk Clinical Aesthetics, 66 Victoria Street, Christchurch (as at July 2026). Sessions take approximately 30 to 90 minutes depending on the area, need no anaesthetic, and have no downtime, so clients from Dunedin, Queenstown, Nelson, Timaru, and Invercargill can treat and travel home the same day. Results build over 3 to 6 months and typically last 12 to 24 months. From $500 for the eye area; full face $2,500.
02One session, no downtime
Why clients travel
for a single session
Most clinic treatments are a poor fit for travel: they need a course of appointments, recovery time, or both. Volnewmer is different in three specific ways. A single session produces a measurable result for many clients. The treatment needs no anaesthetic and no recovery window, so same-day travel is realistic. And the results develop over months, not appointments, so there is nothing to come back for unless you choose a maintenance session down the track.
Until now the nearest Volnewmer was in Auckland. For clients in Otago, Southland, and Nelson, Christchurch is the significantly shorter trip, and for South Canterbury it is a drive rather than a flight.
One thing we will not do: recommend Volnewmer to someone it will not help. If your degree of laxity needs a surgical opinion, we will say so at consultation, before you book flights, and suggest the right referral. For clients outside Canterbury we can arrange a phone or video consultation first.
03Getting here
Getting here from
around the South Island
Travel times are approximate. Thursday evenings (open to 7:00pm) and Saturdays (9:00am to 3:00pm) suit clients working standard hours.
Dunedin
Otago
Approximately 4.5 hours by car, or around 1 hour by air
Direct flights between Dunedin and Christchurch run daily. A morning flight comfortably makes an early afternoon appointment, and there is no post-treatment reason you cannot fly home the same evening.
Queenstown
Otago
Approximately 6 hours by car, or around 1 hour by air
Queenstown clients usually fly. Because Volnewmer needs no anaesthetic and no recovery window, the treatment fits inside a normal day trip.
Nelson
Nelson Tasman
Approximately 5.5 hours by car, or under 1 hour by air
Nelson to Christchurch is one of the shortest flights in the country. A single 30 to 90 minute session makes the round trip worthwhile in a way a multi-visit treatment plan would not.
Timaru
South Canterbury
Approximately 2 hours by car
Close enough to drive up and back in an afternoon. Saturday appointments suit clients who cannot leave work on a weekday.
Invercargill
Southland
Approximately 7 hours by car, or around 1.5 hours by air
The furthest of the main South Island centres, and the clearest case for the comparison that matters: Christchurch is a significantly shorter trip than Auckland for the same technology.
04By mechanism, not brand
How Volnewmer compares
with the alternatives
Each technology below has merits, and the honest comparison is by mechanism and commitment rather than by brand. The full detail sits in our journal: Volnewmer vs Thermage and HIFU vs surgical facelift.
| Option | Technology | What it targets | Downtime | How long results last | South Island availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volnewmer | Monopolar radiofrequency (6.78MHz), single pulse per REP | Dermal collagen: laxity, fine lines, textural tone | None; possible mild redness for a few hours | Typically 12 to 24 months | Silk Clinical, Christchurch (only South Island clinic, as at July 2026) |
| Thermage | Monopolar radiofrequency, multi-pulse delivery | Dermal collagen: laxity and skin firmness | None; possible mild redness | Generally 1 to 2 years | Check with individual providers |
| Ultherapy | Micro-focused ultrasound (HIFU category) | SMAS layer and deep dermis: lifting | None; possible tenderness for a few days | Around a year or more; varies by individual | Check with individual providers |
| Ultraformer MPT | 4th-generation HIFU with micro-pulsed technology | SMAS layer plus dermis at seven depths: lifting and tightening | None; possible mild redness or tenderness | Typically 1 to 2 years | Silk Clinical, Christchurch |
| Surgical facelift | Surgery under general anaesthesia or heavy sedation | SMAS repositioning and excess skin removal | 2 to 4 weeks off work; full healing 6 to 12 months | Typically 5 to 10 years | Via plastic surgeons; we refer where surgery is the honest answer |
Longevity figures are typical ranges; individual results vary with skin condition, age, and lifestyle. Each technology has merits, and suitability is assessed at consultation.
Clinic hours
- Monday to Wednesday
- 9:30am to 2:30pm
- Thursday
- 9:30am to 7:00pm
- Friday
- 9:30am to 2:30pm
- Saturday
- 9:00am to 3:00pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Planning a visit
We are at 66 Victoria Street, Christchurch Central, roughly 20 minutes from Christchurch Airport by car. If you are flying in for treatment, tell us when you book and we will time your appointment around your flights. The full clinical detail sits on the Volnewmer treatment page or see how Volnewmer pairs with Ultraformer MPT.
05From travelling clients
Questions from
travelling clients
Volnewmer is distributed in New Zealand by Cryomed Aesthetics, and clinics invest in the device and its training individually. As at July 2026, Silk Clinical Aesthetics in Christchurch is the only South Island clinic with a Volnewmer installed. Availability can change, which is why we date this claim and re-verify it with the distributor.
Many clients see noticeable results from a single Volnewmer session, which is what makes the treatment practical for travelling clients. Your nurse will be honest at consultation about whether your skin would benefit from a follow-up session, and consultations can happen on the same day as treatment where suitability is clear.
Yes. Volnewmer is non-invasive, requires no anaesthetic, and has no downtime. Minor redness or warmth typically settles within 24 hours, and flying does not affect the result. You can book a morning flight in, an afternoon treatment, and an evening flight home.
Sessions take approximately 30 to 90 minutes depending on the area treated. Pricing starts at $500 for the eye area; full face is $2,500, full neck $1,500, and face and neck together $3,000. Prices are a guide, and your final quote is confirmed at consultation.
Results build over three to six months as new collagen forms and typically last 12 to 24 months, depending on your skin condition, lifestyle, and the natural ageing process. Individual results vary. Many clients choose a periodic maintenance session to sustain results.
Then we will say so before you commit to travelling. If your degree of skin laxity needs a surgical opinion, or a different modality such as HIFU would serve you better, we will tell you at consultation, and consultations can be arranged by phone or video first for clients outside Canterbury.
06Plan your visit
Book your Volnewmer
consultation
Tell us where you are travelling from and we will plan the appointment around it.