Your Cosmetic Nurse Specialist
Alex Donald is a Registered Nurse with over a decade of experience in the healthcare and appearance medicine industry. As the founder and lead practitioner at Embrace Cosmetics, Alex combines her extensive nursing background with a passion for helping clients achieve natural, confident results.
Based in the boutique clinic overlooking the Manukau Harbour in Glenbrook, Alex offers a comprehensive range of cosmetic treatments including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, Profhilo, SkinPen microneedling, and advanced skin treatments. Her approach is grounded in medical safety, personalised care, and a commitment to enhancing — not altering — each client's natural features.
Qualifications & Experience
- Registered Nurse (RN) with 10+ years of clinical experience
- Specialised training in cosmetic injectables and appearance medicine
- Experience across a wide range of treatments including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, Profhilo, SkinPen microneedling, Sculptra, Rejuran, Mesotherapy, PRP, PDO Threads, and Belkyra
- Stockist of medical-grade skincare (Aspect Dr range)
- Continuously updating skills through professional development and training
Medical Oversight
All cosmetic injectable treatments at Embrace Cosmetics are performed by Alex Donald, Registered Nurse, working under the medical direction and standing orders of Dr. Shareen Jacob. Dr. Jacob provides prescribing oversight and medical governance for all prescription medicine treatments, ensuring the highest standard of safety and clinical governance.
Treatment Philosophy
Alex believes in a conservative, natural approach to cosmetic treatments. The goal is never to change how you look, but to enhance what's already there. Every consultation begins with a thorough assessment of your individual anatomy, concerns, and goals — because no two faces are the same, and no two treatment plans should be either.
Whether you're visiting from Glenbrook, Waiuku, Pukekohe, or anywhere across South Auckland and the Franklin district, you'll receive the same personalised, professional care in a private, welcoming clinic setting.