Specialist Skin Clinic

3 skin conditions men often ignore 👀

1. Moles that change – don’t dismiss a mole that’s grown, changed colour or bleeds.
2. Rosacea – redness and flushing aren’t just ‘a ruddy complexion’. It’s treatable.
3. Acne – adult male acne is common and responds well to dermatologist-led treatment.

You don’t have to put up with any of these. Our consultant dermatologist is here to help.

Men’s skin health – it’s time to talk 🧔

This Men’s Health Week, we’re talking about skin. Men are statistically less likely to see a dermatologist and less likely to check their skin for early signs of cancer.

Men over 50 have a significantly higher risk of melanoma than the general population. Your skin is your largest organ. Get it checked.

Book a mole assessment or skin health consultation – link in bio.

Friday feedback! We love hearing from our patients. If you’ve had a positive experience with us, we’d love for you to share, as it helps others take that first step.

“I have Hydrafacials with Imtiaz. She is such a lovely lady, always puts me at ease and makes me feel relaxed and welcome. I love all the treatments that I have at the clinic, but I am a very anxious person. Imtiaz explains what will happen, how it will feel on my skin, and what the benefits are for my skin. I trust her and I know seeing my skin change and becoming its best is her aim. My skin has changed so much and I am very happy. I would highly recommend this treatment with Imtiaz.”

Your summer skin checklist ☀️

June’s here – and your skin knows it. Before you head outside, here’s what our dermatologist recommends:

✅ SPF 50+ daily (yes, even in Cardiff)
✅ Reapply every 2 hours in direct sun
✅ Know your moles – new, changing, or itchy? Book a check.

Skin ready for summer? Link in bio to book your consultation.

You think you have acne. But what if it’s rosacea? Getting this wrong means the wrong treatment – and making your skin worse. 🔍

Acne and rosacea are two of the most commonly confused skin conditions. Both can cause red bumps on the face. Both affect adults. Both knock confidence.

But they are completely different conditions with completely different causes, and treating one as if it were the other can make things significantly worse.

The key differences, according to our consultant dermatologist, Dr Maria Gonzalez:

• Blackheads and whiteheads (comedones) are specific to acne. If you have bumps but no comedones, rosacea is more likely.
• Rosacea tends to appear in the 30s, 40s and 50s. Acne typically starts in the teens, though adult acne is increasingly common.
• Rosacea flares are triggered externally – heat, UV, alcohol, spicy food, stress. Acne flares tend to track hormonal changes.
• Rosacea stays on the face – typically the nose, cheeks, forehead and chin. Acne can affect the chest and back too.
• Standard acne treatments like benzoyl peroxide can severely irritate rosacea-prone skin.

The only way to know for certain which condition you have is a proper dermatological assessment. And knowing makes all the difference.

Book a consultation at Specialist Skin Clinic, Cardiff. Link in bio.

Summer holidays are almost upon us – are you ready? 🌊

This is hands-down one of the most popular times of year to start a laser hair removal course, and for good reason: treatment works best on untanned skin, and most people need 6–8 sessions for long-lasting results.

At Specialist Skin Clinic, we use the Alma Soprano Platinum Ice Laser and Cynosure Elite iQ – two of the most advanced, clinically proven platforms for all skin types, including darker skin tones.

Why choose us?

✅ Treatments delivered under consultant dermatologist supervision
✅ Over 20 years of clinical experience
✅ Safe and effective across all skin types
✅ Award-winning clinic – Best Clinic Wales, Aesthetic Awards

Ready to start your summer prep? Book a consultation – link in bio. 🔗

24 May is Actinic Keratoses (AK) Global Awareness Day ☀️ – and it’s a condition more people are living with than they realise.

Actinic keratoses are rough, scaly patches caused by years of sun exposure. They’re considered precancerous – meaning they have the potential to develop into squamous cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer) if left untreated.

Signs to look out for:

📌 Rough, dry, scaly patch of skin – often on the face, scalp, hands or forearms
📌 A flat or slightly raised patch that may be pink, red or brown
📌 Itching, burning or tenderness in the area
📌 A wart-like surface or hardened bump

AKs are very treatable – but do need professional assessment. If you’ve noticed a persistent rough patch that isn’t going away, please don’t ignore it.

📍 Cardiff | 02920 617690
👉 Link in bio to book

The sun doesn’t always show its damage straight away. ☀️

Years of UV exposure can leave their mark – pigmentation, uneven skin tone, fine lines, and age spots that tell the story of every summer holiday and commute.

At Specialist Skin Clinic, we offer a range of clinically proven treatments to address sun-related skin changes:

✨ Cutera Excel V+ Laser: targets pigmentation and vascular damage
✨ PicoWay Laser: advanced pigmentation correction
✨ Lumenis UltraPulse CO₂: skin resurfacing and renewal
✨ RevLite Laser: improving overall clarity and tone

All treatments are delivered under the supervision of our consultant dermatologist, Dr Maria Gonzalez.

Ready to address your sun damage? Book your consultation – link in bio 🔗

Friday feedback!

“I have had mole mapping with Maria, and she was extremely calming, informative and helpful. Would definitely recommend the Specialist Skin Clinic.”

👉 Link in bio | 📞 02920 617690