Nikki Irvine
Nikki Irvine
The Butterfly Effect
Hello, I’m Nikki Irvine — founder of The Butterfly Townhouse and passionate believer in providing an empathetic approach (with a Myers and Briggs personality test result of an INFJ) I believe in not just making your skin look better but in making you also feel better and happily talking through anything you may be going through as stress can also be a key component in treating your skin and wellbeing.
I established my business in 2008 under the name Butterfly Beauty. What began as a small dream soon became a space where guests came not just for treatments, but for support, confidence and calm. In 2024 (after 16 year in business) I felt aligned to revist my core roots by a deep love for skincare, the science behind it and my empathetic healing energy desiring to not just make you look better but feel better too.
Following this I rebranded as The Butterfly Townhouse — a name that reflects not just my journey, but the The Butterfly Townhouse premises itself. The Butterfly Townhouse was created from what was once originally a Georgian Terraced house but after a big vision and an even bigger dream what was once a residential property was then granted its full commercial status allowing it to be used in a way I always visioned; with true intention to feel safe, restorative, and quietly luxurious.
Each treatment room is designed to blend clinical standards with spa-like serenity — a setting that reflects my vast experience in the spa industry, paired with my long-rooted, educationally proven expertise in skin health. It’s where results meet relaxation, and every detail is designed to support your skin, your wellbeing, and your sense of calm.
From the very beginning, education and expertise have been at the heart of my work. I’m BTEC qualified in Beauty Therapy and Applied Science, and my training included in-depth modules in dermatology, microbiology, facial electricals, body electricals, advanced massage techniques and of course anatomy & physiology — giving me a strong foundation in how your body works, how your skin behaves and more to the point how to address your key concerns treating you with care and true intention. I also continuously develop and build on these skills by attending workshops, seminars and additional educational programs with some of the most prestigious training providers including the International Dermal Institute.
Appointments are strictly by booking only. This allows me to give you my full attention, without interruption, and ensures your time here is as peaceful and private as possible. If you need any help or advise with treatments or booking please don't hesitate to get in touch I'm here to help you and make sure you get the best possible experience here with myself at The Butterfly Townhouse.
The idea behind The Butterfly Effect is simple: even the smallest act of self-care can set bigger changes in motion. Whether you’re here for microneedling, a Dermalogica facial, a wellbeing boost, or a skinterview to finally understand your skin’s story, every visit is a chance to reconnect with yourself. Because transformation doesn’t always start with a dramatic shift. Sometimes, it begins quietly — with a decision to care for yourself, just a little more. That’s the Butterfly Effect. And it’s at the heart of everything I do.