Trainings by Joni
The FaceLift Facialist
Beyond her treatment room, Joni Hodson-Ilias, The Facelift Facialist, is committed to elevating the next generation of facialists through education that blends method, mindset, and marketing. Her training programs are designed to empower practitioners not only with advanced hands-on techniques but also with the confidence and business skills to thrive.
Trainings, Retreats & So Much More...
Twice a year, Joni hosts in-person trainings in Sydney, offering immersive, practical learning experiences where facialists can refine their craft under her guidance. You can register your interest here to join the next intake. (Link to register interest)
For those seeking a deeper dive, Joni curates practical and business retreats in Bali, combining professional development with the rejuvenation of a luxury getaway. Holiding a spaces where inspiration, skill, and strategy flow together.
To stay connected globally, Joni also runs monthly online Masterclasses, on topics designed to help Facialists everywhere elevate their practice in both treatment results and business growth. Covering everything from advanced techniques to mindset shifts and marketing strategies, these sessions are designed to keep practitioners inspired and evolving.
Whether in Perth, Sydney, Bali, or online, Joni’s mission is the same: to nurture facialists who are skilled, confident, and thriving—inside their treatment rooms and beyond.
TESTIMONIALS
From clients experiencing radiant, lifted results to students building thriving practices, Joni’s work speaks for itself.
"I’m a teacher and I see Joni every school holidays. Her energy and treatments recalibrate me to a functioning human! Joni is the best there is, you don’t need anyone else ✨"
- Shannon
"Heavenly!! The most beautiful flow of breathwork, bodywork, massage, buccal and facial, with a great playlist to top it off 💫 Floated out, what a treat 🙏🏼 Thanks Joni x"
- Kiarra Hand
"I had the full sculpting facial with Joni today. The whole experience was so beautiful. A gorgeous space with such great energy! This will be a regular facial for me. Joni is so warm and welcoming - you’re in good hands."
- Caitlin Hepple
Signature Facials
Two signature facials that have been media featured, combining advanced massage techniques, myofascial release, and breathwork with cosmeceutical-grade ingredients for visible results and restorative care.
Training & Mentorship
Joni elevates facialists globally with education in method, mindset, and marketing. From Sydney intensives to Bali retreats and monthly online masterclasses, her training is designed to transform both practice and business.
Media Features
Joni’s signature treatments have been media featured, celebrated for blending sculpting precision with restorative ritual.
FAQs
Answering Your Questions
Q:
How do I book an appointment with Joni?
Booking your appointment is simple — just visit my Timely booking page to view available times and reserve your session. I recommend booking ahead, as appointments tend to fill quickly.
Q: What is the fascia-first approach?
Your fascia is the body’s internal web. A connective tissue network that holds, shapes, and supports your entire structure. Over time, stress, tension, and repetitive movement patterns can cause it to become tight or restricted, leading to visible changes in the face such as sagging or dullness.
My fascia-first approach works to release and rehydrate this network, restoring natural lift, tone, and vitality from within — no injectables, just intelligent touch and mindful connection.
Q: What is myofascial massage, and how is it different from lymphatic massage?
Myofascial massage works on the deeper layers of connective tissue (fascia) to improve mobility, release restrictions, and lift facial contours. It’s an inside-out treatment that improves circulation, glow, and muscle tone.
Lymphatic massage, on the other hand, supports detoxification and reduces puffiness by stimulating the lymphatic system.
In a fascia-first facial, I often combine elements of both — but the focus remains on the fascia, the foundation of your facial structure.
Q: Can I have this facial if I’m pregnant?
Yes, absolutely. Your treatment can be fully bespoke to suit pregnancy. Gentle techniques, supportive positioning, and safe products are always used to ensure your comfort and wellbeing.
Q: Where are you located?
My studio is located in Perth, inside FaceHub — a calm, restorative space dedicated to natural rejuvenation. You’ll receive full address and parking details upon booking.
Q: When and where do you run your in-person trainings?
I run in-person professional trainings throughout the year for therapists and practitioners wanting to learn fascia-focused facial techniques.
To stay updated or register your interest, please visit this page.
Q: Do you offer online education or virtual sessions?
Yes — I offer occasional online workshops and tutorials for both clients and professionals interested in learning the foundations of fascia care and self-sculpting techniques. You can join the mailing list to be the first to know when new dates are released.
In a beauty world crowded with quick fixes and surface-level promises, Joni Hodson-Ilias, better known as The Facelift Facialist, is rewriting the rules. An Advanced Facialist, Certified Breathwork Practitioner, Life & Business Coach, and Global Mentor for Facialists, Joni is celebrated for her nervous system and fascia-first approach to skin health and anti-aging—a philosophy that treats beauty as an inside job.
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