Aesthetic Dermatology

As a consultant dermatologist, Dr Farrell is fully trained to deal with the whole range of skin problems, including skin cancer and rashes. However, she also has a great interest in helping the cosmetic aspect of skin. Dr Farrell did a postgraduate fellowship in cosmetic dermatology at the University of Miami and has observed in many of the best cosmetic dermatology clinics in the US, including Washington DC, Salt Lake City, New York City, San Antonio, Atlanta, San Diego, Sacramento, and Philadelphia. She also regularly participates in the best international conferences to learn the latest technology and methods.

Dr Farrell’s approach to cosmetic dermatology and skin rejuvenation is to combine treatments which complement each other to achieve optimal, natural looking results.  Just as repairing a house needs different tools, repairing the effects of sun damage, ageing and the environment on the skin will usually need a combination of tools and with our extensive state-of-the art technology, Dr Farrell can choose the best combination for you.  The main aim of the treatment is to optimise the quality and health of your skin and as a result, its appearance.  There is now increasing evidence that some of the laser treatments, particularly the fractionated ablative and non-ablative laser treatments, may reduce risk of the development of skin cancer in the future.

We have a wide range of options including some with no recovery time (e.g LED lights, Lasergenesis, Fotona SpDynamis, Microdermabrasion, Hydrafacial and Picoway laser), some with 24-48 hours recovery (e.g. microneedling), some which cause pinkness and swelling lasting 4-8 days (e.g. Fraxel Restore) and some which require a week of recovery and which achieve significant improvement in wrinkles and tightening.  We have injectables e.g. neurotoxins to relax excess muscle movement, filler to restore lost volume, and skin boosters, such as Profhilo, to hydrate and add elasticity to the skin.  We have Sofwave and Fotona for skin tightening with no recovery time.  We have Picoway, Fraxel Restore Dual and Lumecca IPL for pigmentation, and Pulse Dye Laser, Excel V+, Lasergenesis and Lumecca IPL for redness and threadveins. The best results come from combination and we can do many of these treatments on the same day, which suits those with busy lifestyles or who travel to us from a long distance.

The best results come from occasional stronger treatments, maintained with more regular gentle treatments (e.g. LED lights, Hydrafacial, Microdermabrasion, Fotona SP Dynamis, Picoway laser) and a good skin care programme, particularly sunblock.

At your consultation, Dr Farrell (or if you wish a complimentary consultation, one of our nurses/cosmetic co-ordinators) will assess your concerns and draw up a bespoke treatment plan to meet you skin concerns, lifestyle, recovery time and budget.