Brisbane’s Skin Specialists

Dermatology conditions in babies and children may include rashes, hives, warts, acne, birthmarks and more. These conditions may be caused by dermatitis, viral infections, bacterial infections, fungal infections or other diseases. Treatment varies from anti-itch creams to pain relievers to antibiotics, depending on the condition. Our Paediatric Dermatologist's can usually easily diagnose the skin condition and get your child started on any treatment, if necessary.

Brisbane Skin works compassionately with a wide range of patients struggling with acne in its active state, and an equal number who are eager to reduce acne scarring. For the latter group, the visible scars on their faces can be just as traumatic as a face full of pimples.

Brisbane Skin works compassionately with a wide range of patients struggling with acne in its active state, and an equal number who are eager to reduce acne scarring. For the latter group, the visible scars on their faces can be just as traumatic as a face full of pimples. Find out more about our approach to acne scar treatment.

The terms eczema and dermatitis encompass a range of medical conditions that present as inflamed skin. These are very common conditions that affect up to 20% of children to various degrees, and many adults.

Psoriasis is a very common skin condition affecting more than 1 million Australians that is often visible as inflammation and silvery scale and has both internal and external triggers and effects.

An annual skin cancer exam is an important part of your health maintenance. Consult a Dermatologist or Skin Cancer Doctor at Brisbane Skin in Newstead, North Lakes or Manly, to perform your screening. Whether you have had excess sun exposure over time, or a few blistering sunburns, it is important to have your full body skin cancer examination. If our Dermatologist or Skin Cancer Doctor notices a suspicious spot, a skin biopsy may be performed.

Scars can cause significant emotional and psychological impact on many people, may even cause problems with interpersonal relationships and also professionally for some people. Fortunately these days, there are a number of treatments available to be able to significantly improve most scars.

Say goodbye to stretch marks with safe and effective laser therapy at Brisbane Skin. Schedule a free consultation today to learn more.

Our Patch Testing procedure aims to identify the underlying causes of inflammatory skin conditions like dermatitis by examining the potential substances or allergens involved. It is crucial to note that Patch Testing differs significantly from skin prick tests, which are primarily useful for addressing hay fever and allergies related to grasses, pets, or molds.

Often called the "mask of pregnancy", melasma may be a relatively common disorder especially in easily tanning, olive or asian skin. Even though predominantly seen in women, melasma can occasionally affect men and can have a significant psychological impact on patients.

Brisbane Skin treats all aspects of excessive sweating, including Sweat Free injections and miraDry for axillary hyperhidrosis.

Rosacea and acne rosacea are common inflammatory skin disorders that affect the face. Rosacea is a common chronic inflammatory condition usually affecting the face, but occasionally extending to areas such as the neck and chest. Thankfully there are rosacea treatment options to help!

Brisbane Skin doctors use advanced laser technology for the removal of both vascular and pigmented birthmarks. The clinic places a special emphasis on birthmark treatment. The most effective method for removing a particular birthmark is dependent on its type, its location, the age of the patient, and other factors. Our dermatologists can recommend the most appropriate treatment.

Lips are a very common location for skin cancer in Australia, especially for farmers and others who work outdoors. It is often underestimated, but lip cancer can have the potential to be quite disfiguring when not treated early. This can have considerable impacts on a person’s self esteem and social interactions.

Rhinophyma is a condition most commonly found in men over the age of 50. It is a thickening of the nose caused by rosacea which can have significant social and emotional impacts on those suffering from this condition.

Vitiligo causes the loss of skin colour in blotches. The extent and rate of colour loss from vitiligo is unpredictable. It can affect the skin on any part of your body. Talk to us about a vitiligo treatment plan for you.

As we get older, our body naturally produces less hyaluronic acid, and it can be harder to keep our skin moisturised. Our skin can start to become dryer by our late teens to our early 20s, with dry skin becoming quite common by the time we reach our 40s as the rate at which our hyaluronic acid production reduces becomes faster. The lack of hydration in certain areas can make our skin look dull, and even wrinkly.

An injectable anti-ageing treatment made from hyaluronic acid that is suitable for any skin type, whether it is for preventative, corrective or restorative treatments. It is specifically formulated for dull, dehydrated, sagging and wrinkled skin. Expect an improvement in skin hydration and laxity, as well as firming, tightening/lifting effects.

Mouths are the centrepiece of the face and are used constantly throughout your day. Smokers lines, deep wrinkles and jowls are all tell tale signs of ageing - did you know that in most cases, it only requires one treatment with Dr Manoharan to remove these lines?!

Patients that consult with us at Brisbane Skin frequently complain that exaggerated tear troughs or dark circles make them look old and tired. This is understandable, as one of the hallmarks of an ageing face is the area around the eyes.

Cosmetic aesthetic treatments are designed to treat many skin concerns. These treatments are performed by medically trained doctors and cosmetic registered nurses. The treatments aim to address concerns such as softening and smoothing wrinkles, balancing and structuring the face, revitalising the skin, hydrating the skin deeply, shaping and defining lips, and firming and supporting the skin.

Pigmentation is a common problem associated with ageing, sun exposure, genetics and hormones. Pigmentation manifests in a range of forms from brown spots or increased freckling to melasma. Another form of pigmentation is post-inflammatory pigmentation caused by trauma to the skin.

We understand that unwanted hair can lower self-esteem, causing people to be self-conscious and embarrassed. It doesn’t have to be that way. Laser hair removal is a great option that’s precise, fast and permanent. We treat all types of hair including underarm, leg, facial and sensitive areas.

Here at Brisbane Skin we combine the best state-of-the-art EnlightenIII™ Laser technology and trained staff to create a unique laser tattoo removal experience.

We work hard with you to achieve the results that you are looking for. We therefore want you to use makeup that will not harm your skin!

We are excited to announce that we offer AviClear at Brisbane Skin. AviClear is the first and only TGA-cleared laser device for the treatment of mild to severe acne. This new treatment significantly eliminates acne and delivers long-lasting results in just three 30-minute treatment sessions.

CO2 laser resurfacing involves a few different laser opportunities of a family of lasers known as ablative lasers – either the CO2 laser or the Erbium:YAG.

Fraxel laser resurfacing can address a number of different concerns and conditions. This is because the treatment stimulates ongoing collagen production, and collagen is a protein that is involved in tissue regeneration. The Fraxel laser is a tried and true approach to skin rejuvenation with minimal downtime and noticeable results.

Address the visible signs of ageing in just minutes with the Thermage FLX system. Thermage FLX is the very latest in Thermage technology and offers great results in just one treatment. Talk to the team at Brisbane Skin to find out whether Thermage FLX skin tightening is suitable for you.

The enlighten III Picosecond Laser is the latest technology and industry leading laser for the treatment of pigmentation. It features both nanosecond (2 nanoseconds) and picosecond (750/660 picoseconds) pulse durations and an optimal combination of the parameters that matter: wavelengths, spot sizes and energy levels.

Clear + Brilliant treatments can help fight and prevent the signs of ageing. If you don’t need much correction, have always taken the basic steps to keep your skin looking its best, and you like the way you look now, Clear + Brilliant can help maintain your skin’s youthful appearance and prevent the early signs of ageing.

Are you unhappy with facial redness? Broken capillaries? Are you self-conscious about Rosacea? Is a skin problem robbing you of your confidence and self-esteem? Do you have skin care questions that need answers?

As the most advanced radio frequency skin needling technology on the market, Endymed works by emitting heat into the dermis, triggering the skin’s natural healing process, and rejuvenating the look and feel of skin.

Derma Pen micro needling provides an unparalleled response through the segmented delivery of microneedles, creating micro injuries to the epidermis (outer layer of skin) and dermis (the inner layer of skin). As a result, the micro injuries encourage the body’s innate ability to repair itself.

Kleresca® Acne Light Treatment offers you a non-invasive biophotonic treatment using fluorescent light energy to stimulate your skin’s own repair mechanisms.

LED light treatments involve the use of a lower level of light to treat sun-damaged skin. It has less dramatic outcomes compared to many other rejuvenation approaches, but it's comfortable and requires no recovery time. We can assess your skin at Brisbane Skin to see how you may benefit from LED light treatments.

If you want healthier, smoother looking skin, there’s a way to dramatically improve your complexion, in just a day! Chemical Peels help to reduce the depth of surface lines, smooth rough skin texture, treat skin discolouration and redness, and assist in clearing acne/blemished skin.

The Cosmelan Peel is a 4-phase treatment to de-pigment, and it works at the cellular level. It blocks the enzyme responsible for hyperpigmentation, tyrosinase, from forming. That means the Cosmelan Peel not only helps to reduce current melasma, but it can prevent future melasma breakouts. Technically, the Cosmelan Peel is still a chemical peel but it’s not like any you’ve experienced before.

Phototherapy, also known as a light treatment, is commonly used to treat a wide range of skin conditions and illnesses, including eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo. If you have these conditions, seek advice from the Brisbane Skin team and narrow-band UVB may be one of the treatment options.

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is emerging as a leading solution for superficial skin cancers and pre-cancerous solar keratoses. When compared with other surgical and non-surgical approaches, it is valued for its minimally invasive technique, minimal risk of scarring and pigment changes, and quick recovery.

miraDry is the only noninvasive treatment that will free you from the bothersome problems of underarm sweat. By eliminating the sweat and odour glands, you can feel confident that your underarms will remain dry in any situation.

CoolSculpting is an innovative and advanced treatment to reduce excess fat. It is a fat freezing procedure that destroys unwanted subcutaneous fat cells in different parts of the body. This technology involves no surgery and minimum expected downtime after the treatment. CoolSculpting is becoming hugely popular with more than 7 million treatment cycles performed around the globe.