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What is MELASMA? How can you treat MELASMA?
What is MELASMA? Melasma is a skin condition with symptoms of symmetrical, blotchy, brown or grey patches or patterns of facial pigmentation. The brown pigmentation is flat and usually has an irregular border. It most commonly affects the forehead or cheeks and is...
New HAYFEVER treatment in Geelong – intranasal B*t*x – no needles required!
New hayfever treatment available in Geelong! Hayfever season has begun and it's forecast to be a bad one - high pollen counts are predicted for spring 2019. Sneezing, nasal congestion, itching, watery and bleary eyes are all coming your way as soon as pollens and...
Stretch mark removal treatment options
Who gets stretch marks? Why do stretch marks occur? What stretch mark removal treatment options are available? Stretch marks (also known as striae) are linear, narrow streaks, stripes, lines or marks on the skin that may be pink, purple, brown or white. They occur...
The Dermapen 4 is Here!
We are very excited to announce the arrival of the brand new Dermapen 4 (micro-needling device) at Geelong Veins, Skin and Laser. This latest revolutionary technology offers amazing results for those concerned with scarring, stretch marks, acne, enlarged pores, pigmentation disorders including sun damage, acral vitiligo and melasma, ageing skin, and overall rejuvenation.
Lip Lines Explained
Lip lines, aka lip wrinkles or smoker’s lines. Even though there are several different names out there, the issue is the same. Have you lost your lips? Does your lipstick bleed? Do you have fine vertical lines above your upper lip? Would you just like new lips?...
Chemical Skin Peels
Chemical skin peels are used to speed up the natural exfoliation process which leads to overall skin regeneration. Different types of acids are applied to the skin, breaking the chemical bonds between skin cells to allow for the exfoliation process to begin. This...
Stress Urinary Incontinence – A New Treatment Approach
Stress urinary incontinence is a common problem. Do you suffer urinary leakage with coughing, sneezing, jumping, jogging? Do you need to wear a pad or liner daily just in case? Do urinary accidents stop you from participating in sports or joining in certain...
Five Surprising Benefits of Leg Spider Vein Treatment
Having surface sclerotherapy treatments at Geelong Veins Skin and Laser to remove spider leg veins will improve the look of your legs, and can treat aching pain, heaviness and swelling associated with these veins. But our patients also come back to regularly tell us...
Rosacea Treatments
Rosacea is a common, chronic skin disorder affecting the face. At Geelong Veins, Skin and Laser we are regularly fronted with this issue. Our patients often ask us; What is happening to my skin? What exactly is Rosacea? And what Rosacea treatments are available? ...
Broadband Light Treatment vs. Intense Pulsed Light Treatment
Here at Geelong, Veins, Skin and Laser, we are often asked, “What is the difference between Broadband Light Treatment (BBL) and Intense Pulsed Light Treatment (IPL)”?
From the Blog
What is MELASMA? How can you treat MELASMA?
What is MELASMA? Melasma is a skin condition with symptoms of symmetrical, blotchy, brown or grey patches or patterns of facial pigmentation. The brown pigmentation is flat and usually has an irregular border. It most commonly affects the forehead or cheeks and is...
New HAYFEVER treatment in Geelong – intranasal B*t*x – no needles required!
New hayfever treatment available in Geelong! Hayfever season has begun and it's forecast to be a bad one - high pollen counts are predicted for spring 2019. Sneezing, nasal congestion, itching, watery and bleary eyes are all coming your way as soon as pollens and...
Stretch mark removal treatment options
Who gets stretch marks? Why do stretch marks occur? What stretch mark removal treatment options are available? Stretch marks (also known as striae) are linear, narrow streaks, stripes, lines or marks on the skin that may be pink, purple, brown or white. They occur...