At The Skin Associates, we’re consultant dermatologists with highly specialised training in medical and surgical skin health. But we also provide aesthetic treatments.
For some, that might seem surprising. Isn’t dermatology about treating skin disease? Isn’t cosmetic care something entirely different?
In reality, the two are often more deeply connected than you might think. Aesthetic concerns often have underlying medical causes or implications while medical treatments can often have visible side effects. And the best cosmetic results come from those who understand the skin and the body inside and out from a medical perspective.
“The skin doesn’t always separate neatly into ‘cosmetic’ and ‘medical’ problems,” says Dr Clare Kiely, consultant dermatologist at The Skin Associates. “A patient with acne, scarring, pigmentation or sun damage often has clinical concerns that affect their confidence and appearance too. Our job is to treat both aspects equally. Safely, effectively and with empathy.”
Why aesthetic dermatology is best delivered by medical experts
When you receive aesthetic treatment from a medically and surgically trained consultant dermatologist, you’re benefiting from years of specialist expertise: how skin behaves, how it scars, how it heals and how to treat it safely and effectively in a way that preserves and enhances your natural appearance.
Medical and aesthetic treatment for complex skin conditions
Many patients come to us with concerns that are both aesthetic and medical or require treatment that combines both elements. For example, surgically removing a mole or lesion in a delicate area like the face while minimising scarring as much as possible.
As highly experienced consultant dermatologists, we’re uniquely qualified to address concerns that span both areas, blending aesthetic precision with clinical care.
Why patients choose aesthetic skin treatments
Patients come to us for aesthetic treatments for a variety of reasons, from enhancing their natural skin health to improving the appearance of their skin after medical treatment. Common concerns we treat include:
- scarring, redness or pigmentation after acne
- skin thinning from long-term inflammation or chronic conditions
- post-surgical or post-cancer treatment recovery
- rosacea and chronic inflammation
- volume loss and uneven tone after medical procedures
- sun damage following pre-cancerous changes
Why it matters who treats you
Aesthetic treatments are now widely available but not always delivered safely. Many are offered in non-clinical environments or by practitioners without medical qualifications.
This can lead to:
- misdiagnosis of underlying skin conditions
- complications from poor technique or unsuitable treatments
- results that compromise rather than support long-term skin health
At The Skin Associates, we believe aesthetic dermatology should be delivered with the same clinical precision and integrity as any other form of healthcare by qualified consultant dermatologists.
Aesthetic treatments with medical precision
All our aesthetic treatments are consultant led and performed by highly trained doctors with expertise in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology – from managing acne and rosacea to performing complex skin cancer surgery. Our team has trained at world-renowned institutions including the St John’s Institute of Dermatology and bring unmatched understanding of how skin heals, ages and responds to treatment.
We don’t follow trends. We follow evidence. And we believe the best cosmetic outcomes are grounded in science, safety and deep respect for individual skin health. By managing the skin from all angles, we ensure that aesthetic treatments also support your overall dermatological wellbeing.
The benefits of our consultant-led aesthetic care
When you choose our consultant dermatologists for your aesthetic treatment, you benefit from:
- expert assessment and personalised, evidence-based treatment
- a full diagnostic understanding of your skin and its history
- advice tailored to your medical background and aesthetic goals
- the ability to safely manage risk factors and skin complexities
- access to advanced clinical-grade tools and technologies
- ongoing support beyond a single procedure
This leads to better, safer outcomes and aesthetic treatments that work in harmony with your skin’s biology.