Dermatologists in the UK
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Sun Mar 11, 2012 8:35 am

I'm having real issues with the skin under my eyes. I've been using Renova, vit c serum, hyaluronic acid and emu oil to try and correct the thinness and loss of elasticity there but nothing is helping it just seems to be getting worse.

What I'd really like is to be able to visit an expert in anti-aging dermatology. However whenever I google for cosmetic dermatologists in the UK I just seem to get results for skin clinics who are selling procedures, fillers and Botox etc. From a lot of the forum posts it seems that people in the States tend to visit dermatologists who recommend creams and vitamin A products and who can knowledgeably examine their skin. Do these kind of dermatologists exist in the UK? I really want to see a proper doctor and not just a beauty therapist.

Thanks for any help.

free skin care · Sun Mar 11, 2012 11:18 am

The only ones I can think of are Dr. Nick Lowe (he seems somewhat conservative though), so for more aggressive anti-aging I would look at Dr. Sebagh.

Tue Mar 13, 2012 2:33 am

Thanks for the post, I had a look but they seem to be just selling procedures and their own lines of skincare. I'm just wondering if they'll be biased or leading you down the procedure route.

I guess I'm just wondering if you can visit a dermatologist in the same way that you would a GP or therapist, ie just for advice and knowledge. Paying for their time and expertise rather than buying fillers/botox etc. I was thinking about trying to go through the NHS as my issues are really bothering me but I know they don't like to treat people for what they'll consider as cosmetic dermatology.

Has anyone else been to visit a dermatologist in the UK for aging related issues, NHS or private?

Thanks

free skin care · Tue Mar 13, 2012 6:25 am

How about The London Dermatology Centre

free skin care · Tue Mar 13, 2012 7:27 am

Verity, if you are looking for advice and knowledge, the EDS members are probably the best! I've learnt so much from these boards. Why don't you post what you want to know? Is it what cleansers you should be using? Determining your skin type? General anti-aging?

Loss of elasticity and thinness come to us all. Unless your very young, I don't see why you would need to go to a dermatologist unless you wanted a procedure done...

Tue Mar 13, 2012 7:44 am

Thanks Jamie. I've already posted a topic on my concerns and received some great advice from the EDS folk.

But my reason for wanting to find a dermatologist is so someone can actually examine my skin and tell me if there is an out-of-the-ordinary problem here.

I'm not adverse to the idea of a procedure (I've been toying with the idea of a tear-trough filler for a while) but I just liked the idea of visiting a dermatologist who wasn't solely someone who did procedures but also gave advice and suggestions of skincare etc and who'd have the experience of having seen so many patients before.

My trouble is I'm not sure if my judgement is clouded as I'm really tough on myself. Some days I look in the mirror and I'm shocked my what I see (the thin sunken skin under my eyes) and other days I think it isn't so bad, I still see it but I can look at the whole picture. I tend to zoom in on this issue to the point it's all I can see now.

So really I just needed an objective third party who isn't either a friend or my boyfriend or isn't on the other hand someone who's trying to sell me procedures.

free skin care · Wed Mar 14, 2012 11:00 am

If I could afford it, I'd see Sebagh simply because I've heard so much about him over the years. He's probably expensive though. Most dermatologists in the US these days sell products and do procedures. Nothing wrong with that. If you aren't interested, say no. They are still trained to look for diseases of the skin.

It sounds like you just have dry, crepey skin that looks worse in the winter, which is true of most people. If you've lost fat under the eye which supports the skin, then fillers would make a difference. Really helped me and it was worth the cash.

An NHS dermatologist would probably say to use Nivea and go home.

free skin care · Thu Mar 15, 2012 4:50 am

SoftSkin wrote:

An NHS dermatologist would probably say to use Nivea and go home.

So true, unfortunately!

Sat Mar 17, 2012 4:08 am

Hi!

I have the same problem. Have various creams, none seem to make much of a long-term difference. I have tried gentle pinch massage which seems to have thickened the skin a bit, particularly noticeable at the outer corner, so that I don't get that outer dark ring going up around the outside of my eyes so much Rolling Eyes

and I also do eye exercises. Over time, massage/ exercise may help, as I think others have found.

But I am getting impatient and really need a boost, so am off to an oculoplastic surgeon to discuss tear trough filler (if you choose this route, don't use a "practitioner" - too risky!).
Unfortunately there is a waiting list of about 2 months, so will keep going with the creams, exercise & massage meanwhile.

I also find that smiling helps lift the circles, so I do a lot of that Smile

!!

Boudicca

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