Skin Consultation & Analysis in Marylebone
Understanding Your Skin
Skin concerns are rarely as straightforward as they first appear. Pigmentation can have several causes, redness doesn't always respond to the same treatments, and products that work well for one person may be unsuitable for another.
That's why we place so much importance on assessing your skin properly before recommending treatment.
We look at your skin's current condition, the products you're using and any previous treatments you've tried. We also want to understand what bothers you most and what you're hoping to achieve.
From there, we can advise on the options available, whether that's changing your skincare routine, introducing an in-clinic treatment or combining the two.
Our recommendations are based on what we feel is appropriate for your skin, rather than a fixed treatment programme.
APPOINTMENT TIME
30 minutes
SKIN IMAGING
OBSERV 520X
SCAN TIME
5 minutes
DOWNTIME
None
What Is the OBSERV 520X?
What Is the OBSERV 520X?
The OBSERV 520X is an advanced skin imaging system that photographs the face under different lighting conditions.
These images can highlight features that may be difficult to see under normal lighting, including pigmentation patterns, areas of redness, congestion and signs of sun damage.
We review the images with you, explaining what they show and how the findings relate to your concerns. The scan supports our assessment but does not replace a clinical examination or provide a medical diagnosis.
What Happens During Your Consultation?
We'll begin by discussing your skin history, current routine and any previous treatments. We also want to understand what's bothering you most and what you're hoping to improve.
Following the skin assessment and OBSERV imaging, we'll talk through the available options.
This may involve changes to your skincare, an in-clinic treatment or a combination of approaches. If we think your skin would benefit from a period of preparation before treatment, we'll explain why.
You don't need to arrive knowing which treatment you want.
Monitoring Your Skin
Skin imaging can also be useful when reviewing progress.
For patients following a skincare programme or course of treatments, repeat photographs allow us to compare changes over time and assess whether adjustments may be helpful.
We look at these images alongside your experience of your skin, rather than relying on photographs alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Imaging is non-invasive and takes only a few minutes.
Clean skin is preferable for imaging. You may be asked to remove makeup before the scan.
Yes. We'll explain which skincare products or treatments may be suitable and what results you can reasonably expect.
For patients undergoing ongoing treatment, repeat imaging may be useful every three to six months, depending on the concern.
No. It provides additional information to support assessment. Concerns requiring medical diagnosis may need further examination or specialist referral.
