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A skin check can look at a single spot or the whole body, using a dermatoscope to examine moles and spots closely. You leave with a clear record of anything to watch, and a prompt referral if something needs further investigation. A new, changing, itchy or bleeding spot should be checked without waiting for a cosmetic appointment.

We look at the pattern and timing of breakouts, the products you use, what you have tried and how it affects daily life. As a doctor, Farya can prescribe treatment where it is appropriate, alongside a medical-grade skincare plan. Severe or scarring acne may need a dermatologist’s input.

Uneven tone has different causes, so skin tone, sun exposure, health and past treatments all matter. Some procedures can make pigmentation worse, which is why the plan comes first: often medical-grade skincare and daily sun protection, with prescribed treatment where appropriate. A new or changing dark spot needs a medical check before any cosmetic care.

Rosacea, flushing, persistent redness, dryness or irritation need a look at symptoms, products and triggers such as heat, sun and diet. Care can combine a gentle routine, medical-grade skincare and, where appropriate, prescribed treatment. Inflammation is settled before any procedure is considered.

Assessment looks at your concern, any active acne, your skin tone and how your skin heals. Pores are a normal part of skin, and no treatment removes pores or scars completely.

Changes in texture, hydration or firmness are discussed alongside sun, skincare and stage of life, with no assumption that normal ageing needs treating.

Sweating heavier than your body needs, under the arms or on the hands or feet, can affect work, clothes and confidence. We check for an underlying cause, such as hormones or medicines, before discussing the options.

Shedding and thinning have many possible causes, including family history, hormones, illness, nutrition, medicines and stress. We look at the pattern and timing, arrange tests where they help, and discuss in-clinic options such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) where suitable. Sudden, patchy or painful hair loss should be seen promptly.

Melasma, uneven tone and darker patches are common concerns in medium and deeper skin tones, and they can be stubborn. Assessment looks at triggers such as sun, hormones and medicines. Treatment is planned to calm pigment rather than provoke it, usually starting with medical-grade skincare and, where appropriate, prescribed treatment. Daily sun protection is part of every plan.

In skin of colour, spots, eczema or irritation can leave dark marks (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation) that last for months. Treating the cause early, and choosing gentle options, matters as much as treating the marks themselves.

Some people are more prone to raised or keloid scars. Your personal and family history are part of the assessment, because they affect which procedures are suitable and how they are done.

Chemical peels, microneedling and other procedures carry a higher risk of pigment change in deeper skin tones. Options are chosen and adjusted for your skin type, often starting gently, with skin preparation beforehand and a test area where appropriate. Sometimes the right advice is a different approach altogether.

Tight hairstyles, styling practices, hair products and some scalp conditions are common causes of hair thinning and breakage in textured hair. Assessment is unhurried and judgement-free, and focuses on what will work for your hair and routine.

Very fine needles make controlled micro-injuries in the skin, prompting the skin’s own repair. It may be considered for some types of acne scarring, uneven texture, enlarged pores, fine lines and stretch marks, usually as a course of sessions. Redness and sensitivity are common for a few days. Risks include infection, pigment changes and, rarely, scarring.

Peels from light to medium depth, chosen for your skin type and concern, including glycolic, salicylic acid, retinol and TCA peels. They may be considered for dullness, uneven tone, pigmentation, congested skin and some fine lines or scarring. Deeper peels mean more peeling and downtime, often a week or more, and a higher risk of pigment change in some skin types.

A small sample of your own blood is processed to concentrate the platelets, then applied to the skin or scalp by injection, by nappage (many tiny, shallow injections) or together with microneedling. It may be discussed for hair thinning and for skin quality on the face, under the eyes, neck, hands and body. The evidence for some uses is still developing, and this is discussed openly. Bruising and swelling are common, and it is not suitable with some blood conditions or medicines.

Not before you have had advice. Bring a list of what you use and we will go through it together.

No. The answer may be a change of routine, treating inflammation, further tests, a referral or nothing at all.

It depends on the procedure and your skin. Light peels may cause mild flaking for a few days; microneedling usually causes redness for one to several days; medium-depth peels can mean visible peeling for a week or more. Your plan will explain what to expect, written aftercare and how to get help if you are worried.