Gold Coast Skin Consultation
At SKN Gold Coast, every skin journey begins with a personalised consultation to ensure we understand your goals and create a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
This in-depth consultation includes advanced imaging with the Observ 520x to analyse skin health beneath the surface. You’ll receive a personalised treatment plan, experience our recommended products and enjoy a complimentary Healite LED facial to support skin function.
With years of clinical experience, we offer guidance on a range of skin concerns. Choose a short (30 min) or extended (1 hr) session to discuss:
- Acne & congestion
- Skin laxity
- Scarring & texture
- Dehydration
- Pigmentation
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Facial balancing
- Pro-ageing & rejuvenation
Follow-up reviews allow us to assess your progress, compare photos and make adjustments to your plan. A complimentary LED treatment is included to support continued results.
Call
0400 762 964 to book your consultation.
Your Personalised Consultation
Every consultation at SKN Gold Coast is designed to help you understand your skin, explore treatment options and create a personalised plan based on your concerns and goals. Whether you're managing breakouts, texture, pigmentation or signs of ageing, your consultation provides the foundation for safe, effective care.
We take time to explain:
- How specific treatments target different skin concerns
- What to expect during & after your treatment
- Preparation, downtime & post-care guidelines
- Which products support your skin between appointments
- How your treatment plan will evolve over time
You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, feel our products and explore which services may best support your skin’s ongoing health.
No treatment is performed without a complete consultation to ensure safety and compatibility. Book today to start your skin journey with confidence.
FAQs
Why do I need a consultation before treatment?
A consultation allows us to understand your skin concerns, history and goals before recommending any treatment. It ensures we select the safest, most effective options for your individual needs. We also use this time to educate you on what to expect and create a plan tailored to your skin.
What happens during my first consultation?
Your first consultation includes a detailed skin assessment, a discussion about your concerns and goals, and an introduction to our recommended treatments. We use advanced imaging with the Observ 520x to view skin below the surface and provide a clear explanation of what’s happening and how we can help.
What skin concerns do you treat?
We address a wide range of skin concerns including acne, congestion, pigmentation, dehydration, scarring, fine lines, wrinkles, skin laxity and signs of ageing. Whether your goal is rejuvenation, maintenance or corrective care, we’ll guide you through suitable treatment options based on your consultation.
What should I do to prepare for my consultation?
We recommend arriving with clean skin and avoiding active skincare products (like retinol or acids) for 24 hours beforehand if possible. Bring a list of any products you currently use, and be ready to discuss your skin goals, past treatments and any concerns you may have.
Before Your Appointment
Aftercare
- Ensure you have completed your new patient form prior to your appointment.
- Avoid alcohol 24-48 hours prior to your appointment.
- Ensure you are well hydrated, drinking 1-3 litres of water 5-7 days prior to your appointment.
- Avoid excessive sun exposure to the treated area 2 weeks prior—please wear SPF always.
- If the skin is red, irritated or broken, we cannot treat until the skin has completely healed.
- Please discontinue the use of acids, Vitamin A and exfoliants 48 hours prior.
- If you are a darker fitzpatrick, you may need to be on a tyrosinase inhibitor for 2-4 weeks prior to your appointment.
- Please arrive to your appointment with no makeup on.
- Men are reminded that treatment can not be performed over facial hair, please ensure the areas being treated are clean shaven prior to arrival.
- Avoid touching your face for the rest of the day (unless your hands are clean).
- Treat your skin gently—your routine for the next week: AM - Gentle Cleanse, Moisturser & SPF. PM - Oil/Balm Cleanse, Gentle Cleanse & Recovery Cream.
- Skin may be red and warm, similar to the feeling of sunburn or windburn for 1-3 days. Swelling or bruising may occur. This varies from client to client. Ice packs can be used for comfort.
- Allow the skin to peel naturally, do not pick at the skin.
- Don’t apply make-up for 24 hours.
- Avoid heat exposure for 48 hours post treatment—exercise, sauna, massage, UV exposure, scratching, excessive sweating. This will increase the chance of hyperpigmentation. SPF is recommended indefinitely (reapply every 2 hours).
- Avoid fragranced facial products for 2 days.
- Wash skin with tepid water and cleanser, only use products that have been cleared by your practitioner for 3 days.
- Dryness and flakiness or hives may occur. Avoid picking, squeezing, scratching or agitating he skin during the recovery period.
- Avoid exfoliating the treatment area for 3 days as this may injure the skin and can cause hyper-pigmentation.
- Avoid swimming in chlorinated pools or the ocean.
- No products containing AHA’s, BHA's, Vitamin A products, Retin-A, scrubs, enzymes, Benzoyl peroxide, Hydrooquinone, high levels of Kojic/azelaic acid, alcohol (including, but not limited, to isopropyl alcohol/denatured alcohol/rubbing alcohol) for 72 hours.
- Avoid spray or self-tanning for at least 48 hours.
- No waxing, peels, IPL, laser, tattooing, injectables or facial treatments for at least 2 weeks.
- Eat a healthy diet and hydrate with 2-3L of water daily.
If in doubt with any of the above activities or products, please contact your practitioner for clarification.
Facial Risks & Complications
Common Skin Responses—while every precaution will be taken to prevent an undesired skin response, they can sometimes do occur. They may include, but are not limited to:
- Heat and redness (erythema) to the treatment area is common, along with mild skin flaking and superficial lines, this should resolve within 3 days post treatment. Ice is great for the management of heat and redness.
- Slight circular redness can occur when treating pigment and will usually appear within 48hrs of treatment.
- Increase in oil production or breakout is common when treating congestion or acne.
- Sensitivity.
- Dry and dehydrated skin.
Uncommon skin responses—the following responses are very rare but can occur in some clients:
- Skin lightening and darkening in the treatment area can occur—darker skins are at a higher risk which is why a Tyrosinase Inhibitor is required prior to treatment
- Grazing, broken skin or blisters can occur, please contact the clinic for appropriate care instructions.
- Swelling and bruising is a common response.
If you have an uncommon skin response, please contact the clinic immediately to ensure the correct steps are taken to treat the area.
