Our expert medical team

Dr. Barbra Ward, Geelong GP with special interest in veins, skin and laser

Dr. Barbra Ward

MBBS (Monash) FRACGP

GP with special interest in veins, skin and laser.

Dr Barbra Ward is the medical director and owner of GVSL. She has worked at GVSL since 2011, taking over ownership of the clinic in 2016 from Dr Garth Dicker.

Dr Barbra Ward studied medicine at Monash University, completing her MBBS degree, before undergoing specialist training in General Practice and becoming a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP).

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Dr Ward has a special interest in phlebology and leg vein disorders including ultrasound based assessment and sclerotherapy treatments. She has developed a great expertise at treating surface and spider veins with over 10 years experience in micro sclerotherapy injections at Geelong Veins, Skin & Laser. She is Geelong’s expert in treating spider veins.

Dr Ward is also experienced in skin dermoscopy and offers medical skin cancer checks and excisions. She is an expert at treating both cancerous (ie. BCC, SCC, melanoma) and benign skin lesions (ie. moles, skin tags, seb Ks, warts, scars, acne, rosacea.)

Dr Ward has a thorough knowledge of laser treatments, with expertise in treating birthmarks, vascular skin lesions, seborrhoeic keratoses, scars, warts and fungal nail infections with the latest laser techniques. She also performs Femtouch vaginal laser treatments.

Dr Ward is experienced in facial rejuvenation and enhancement techniques such as the treatment of wrinkles causing frown lines, crows feet, worry lines and bunny lines; and the use of injectable treatments for the treatment of deeper lines, folds and volume loss, including augmentation of the lip, cheek and lower face.

She also treats hayfever, excessive sweating and jaw grinding.

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Dr. Amit Lakkaraju, Vein Specialist, Specialist Interventional Radiologist, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Dr. Amit Lakkaraju

MBBS, FRCR, FRANZCR

Vein Specialist, Specialist Interventional Radiologist.

Dr. Amit Lakkaraju is a fellowship-trained interventional radiologist with a special interest in ultrasound guided vein treatment and musculoskeletal radiology. He has received postgraduate training in venous disease through the Australian College of Phlebology, making him uniquely qualified to address various health concerns, including varicose veins treatment and spider vein removal.

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Dr. Lakkaraju began his career in orthopedics before transitioning to radiology in 2004. He completed prestigious fellowships in Leeds and Liverpool, enhancing his skills with a Pain Medicine degree from the University of Sydney. His commitment extends globally, having attended numerous international courses in both vein disease / treatment, and interventional pain procedures.

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Dr. Cecilia Xiao, GP with special interest in skin cancer, aesthetics and vein conditions at Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Dr. Cecilia Xiao

BSc MBBS MSc (Oxford) FRACGP

GP with special interest in skin cancer, aesthetics and vein conditions.

Dr Cecilia Xiao studied medicine at University of Tasmania before completing a prestigious MSc from the University of Oxford. She moved to Geelong in 2021 to complete her specialist training in General Practice and earned her Fellowship from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP).

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Dr Xiao has special interest in managing skin and leg vein conditions. She has completed a professional certificate in Skin Cancer Medicine and is experienced in skin dermoscopy and offers medical skin cancer checks and excisions, as well as non-surgical treatment of malignant and benign skin lesions. She also treats surface leg veins with Sclerotherapy treatment.

Dr Xiao also treats wrinkles, hayfever, excessive sweating and jaw grinding.

Besides her busy clinical practice, Dr Xiao also teaches medical students at Deakin University.

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Nurse Kenlyn, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Nurse Kenlyn

EN / ME

Kenlyn has delighted clients with the results she achieves working as a cosmetic nurse at GVSL since 2016. She expertly treats a range of concerns including wrinkles, aging, volume loss, skin tone changes, lip shape and volume, cheek shape and definition, perioral aging, double chins, chin and jawline shaping and neck rejuvenation. 

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She is a qualified Nurse who has been working in the cosmetic industry for over 25 years.  Kenlyn continues to further her qualifications and ensures she remains up to date with the latest techniques and products. She regularly attends conferences and workshops with leading Australian and overseas specialists in the field.

Kenlyn’s sharp aesthetic eye combined with her experience enables her to deliver the best cosmetic results for each unique face and individual client need.

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Nurse Mikaela, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Nurse Mikaela

RN / ME

Mikaela has worked at GVSL since 2022, assisting our vein and skin doctors, as well as seeing her own clients for wrinkle treatments and anti-aging injectables. 

She has worked as a nurse for over 10 years in the fields of general nursing and cosmetic nursing. She has completed a Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing & Injectables and continues to attend regular conferences and seminars to keep up to date with the latest in cosmetic injectables.

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Mikaela enjoys providing a thorough consultation process to really understand her clients aesthetic needs and plan their treatments for excellent, natural results. 

She treats wrinkles, frown lines, crow’s feet, forehead lines, lip shaping and volume concerns, cheek/jaw/chin volume and shaping, aging skin, hair loss, double chins and jaw grinding.

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Nurse Paige, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Nurse Paige

EN / ME, GradDip cosmetic dermal science (AADS)

Paige is a qualified Dermal Nurse. She completed her nursing training at The Gordon, after which she completed her cosmetic nursing and injectables training through Australasian Academy of Dermal Science.

Paige aims to treat her patients with a thorough and holistic approach, combining skin assessment with consideration of diet, lifestyle factors and life/balance stressors.

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Paige constantly keeps up to date with the latest treatments, skin and cosmetic conditions attending regular seminars and conferences. Her favourite treatments are Facials, Peels and Laser Treatments that focus on rejuvenation and self-care.

You can book to see Paige for Skin Analysis, Skincare advice, Medi Facials, Peels, TriLift, Radiofrequency microneedling, Microdermabrasion, Laser Hair removal and LED treatments.

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Nurse Vimbai

RN - Cosmetic Nurse / Skin Nurse

Vimbai is a registered nurse with qualifications in cosmetic injectables and dermal skin treatment. She specialises in volume restoration and medical grade skin treatments to assist with aging and pigmentation.

Vimbai also assists the skin cancer doctors within the clinic, and performs laser skin treatments.

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Vimbai began her formal aesthetics training with Derma Medical in Melbourne and has since continued to upskill with industry led professionals.
Her passion for aesthetics has meant that her clients receive thorough care and support from their initial consultation through to their follow-up appointments post treatment and ongoing care.

You can book with Nurse Vimbai if you are interested in Facial balancing, Lip enhancements, Wrinkle reducing treatments, and Skin treatments including skin needling, RF, PRP, or LED.  Start by booking a complimentary initial cosmetic consultation with Nurse Vee to discuss your concerns and create a treatment plan.

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Nurse-trish

Nurse Trish

EN / ME
Dermal Clinician Charlotte, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Dermal Clinician Charlotte

Charlotte has worked at GVSL for over 7 years with many dedicated, regular clients that sing her praises. Charlotte’s love for the science behind beauty encouraged her studies in Beauty Therapy then a degree in Dermal Science at Victoria University.

She offers an extensive knowledge of all skin conditions and disorders and is most passionate about educating her clients on the science behind the skin and how it should be taken care of. Charlotte can treat difficult pigmentation and vascular disorders opting for the use of laser therapies, BBL (Broad Band Light), chemical peels and more. Charlotte also treats unwanted hair using medical grade laser hair removal.

Read Full Bio  

Charlotte has a special interest in assessing skin conditions and preparing an individualised plan for her patients to achieve their skin needs and resolve skin problems including acne, scarring, stretchmarks and signs of ageing. She prides herself on her ability to treat her patients using a case by case approach, as she believes there is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to skin.

Treatments that can be booked in with Charlotte include: Laser hair removal, Diode laser capillary treatment, BBL photo rejuvenation, TriLift, Dermapen 4 skin needling, advanced cryotherapy, chemical peels, Photodynamic Therapy, LED Therapy, Microdermabrasion, scar and stretch mark laser, skincare plans/advice, pigmentation laser and laser tattoo removal.

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Dermal Clinician Kaila, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Dermal Clinician Kaila

BHScDT (Vic Uni)

Kaila is a qualified dermal clinician, having completed her Bachelor of Dermal Sciences degree in 2020. She is extremely passionate about skin and strives to share her knowledge and passion to help her clients achieve their skin goals.

She likes to take a holistic treatment approach, assessing all factors that can contribute to the onset of various skin conditions to create personalised treatment plans for her clients.

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Kaila has a particular interest in scar reduction and acne management. She has expertise in Skin Needling, Skin Peels and MediFacials, Acupulse CO2 laser, Vascular laser and Pigmentation laser and TriLift. Skin needling, otherwise known as collagen induction therapy, is Kaila’s favourite treatment – regularly performed in-clinic for the treatment of scarring, ageing concerns and textural irregularities.

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Lucy, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser Practice Manager

Lucy Di Russo

Practice Manager

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Reception Manager

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Suzie Receptionist

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Dr. Barbra Ward, Geelong GP with special interest in veins, skin and laser

Dr. Barbra Ward

MBBS (Monash) FRACGP

GP with special interest in veins, skin and laser.

Dr Barbra Ward is the medical director and owner of GVSL. She has worked at GVSL since 2011, taking over ownership of the clinic in 2016 from Dr Garth Dicker.

Dr Barbra Ward studied medicine at Monash University, completing her MBBS degree, before undergoing specialist training in General Practice and becoming a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP).

Read Full Bio  

Dr Ward has a special interest in phlebology and leg vein disorders including ultrasound based assessment and sclerotherapy treatments. She has developed a great expertise at treating surface and spider veins with over 10 years experience in micro sclerotherapy injections at Geelong Veins, Skin & Laser. She is Geelong’s expert in treating spider veins.

Dr Ward is also experienced in skin dermoscopy and offers medical skin cancer checks and excisions. She is an expert at treating both cancerous (ie. BCC, SCC, melanoma) and benign skin lesions (ie. moles, skin tags, seb Ks, warts, scars, acne, rosacea.)

Dr Ward has a thorough knowledge of laser treatments, with expertise in treating birthmarks, vascular skin lesions, seborrhoeic keratoses, scars, warts and fungal nail infections with the latest laser techniques. She also performs Femtouch vaginal laser treatments.

Dr Ward is experienced in facial rejuvenation and enhancement techniques such as the treatment of wrinkles causing frown lines, crows feet, worry lines and bunny lines; and the use of injectable treatments for the treatment of deeper lines, folds and volume loss, including augmentation of the lip, cheek and lower face.

She also treats hayfever, excessive sweating and jaw grinding.

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Dr. Amit Lakkaraju, Vein Specialist, Specialist Interventional Radiologist, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Dr. Amit Lakkaraju

MBBS, FRCR, FRANZCR

Vein Specialist, Specialist Interventional Radiologist.

Dr. Amit Lakkaraju is a fellowship-trained interventional radiologist with a special interest in ultrasound guided vein treatment and musculoskeletal radiology. He has received postgraduate training in venous disease through the Australian College of Phlebology, making him uniquely qualified to address various health concerns, including varicose veins treatment and spider vein removal.

Read Full Bio  

Dr. Lakkaraju began his career in orthopedics before transitioning to radiology in 2004. He completed prestigious fellowships in Leeds and Liverpool, enhancing his skills with a Pain Medicine degree from the University of Sydney. His commitment extends globally, having attended numerous international courses in both vein disease / treatment, and interventional pain procedures.

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Dr. Cecilia Xiao, GP with special interest in skin cancer, aesthetics and vein conditions at Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Dr. Cecilia Xiao

BSc MBBS MSc (Oxford) FRACGP

GP with special interest in skin cancer, aesthetics and vein conditions.

Dr Cecilia Xiao studied medicine at University of Tasmania before completing a prestigious MSc from the University of Oxford. She moved to Geelong in 2021 to complete her specialist training in General Practice and earned her Fellowship from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP).

Read Full Bio  

Dr Xiao has special interest in managing skin and leg vein conditions. She has completed a professional certificate in Skin Cancer Medicine and is experienced in skin dermoscopy and offers medical skin cancer checks and excisions, as well as non-surgical treatment of malignant and benign skin lesions. She also treats surface leg veins with Sclerotherapy treatment.

Dr Xiao also treats wrinkles, hayfever, excessive sweating and jaw grinding.

Besides her busy clinical practice, Dr Xiao also teaches medical students at Deakin University.

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Nurse Kenlyn, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Nurse Kenlyn

EN / ME

Kenlyn has delighted clients with the results she achieves working as a cosmetic nurse at GVSL since 2016. She expertly treats a range of concerns including wrinkles, aging, volume loss, skin tone changes, lip shape and volume, cheek shape and definition, perioral aging, double chins, chin and jawline shaping and neck rejuvenation. 

Read Full Bio  

She is a qualified Nurse who has been working in the cosmetic industry for over 25 years.  Kenlyn continues to further her qualifications and ensures she remains up to date with the latest techniques and products. She regularly attends conferences and workshops with leading Australian and overseas specialists in the field.

Kenlyn’s sharp aesthetic eye combined with her experience enables her to deliver the best cosmetic results for each unique face and individual client need.

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Nurse Mikaela, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Nurse Mikaela

RN / ME

Mikaela has worked at GVSL since 2022, assisting our vein and skin doctors, as well as seeing her own clients for wrinkle treatments and anti-aging injectables. 

She has worked as a nurse for over 10 years in the fields of general nursing and cosmetic nursing. She has completed a Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing & Injectables and continues to attend regular conferences and seminars to keep up to date with the latest in cosmetic injectables.

Read Full Bio  

Mikaela enjoys providing a thorough consultation process to really understand her clients aesthetic needs and plan their treatments for excellent, natural results. 

She treats wrinkles, frown lines, crow’s feet, forehead lines, lip shaping and volume concerns, cheek/jaw/chin volume and shaping, aging skin, hair loss, double chins and jaw grinding.

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Nurse Paige, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Nurse Paige

EN / ME, GradDip cosmetic dermal science (AADS)

Paige is a qualified Dermal Nurse. She completed her nursing training at The Gordon, after which she completed her cosmetic nursing and injectables training through Australasian Academy of Dermal Science.

Paige aims to treat her patients with a thorough and holistic approach, combining skin assessment with consideration of diet, lifestyle factors and life/balance stressors.

Read Full Bio  

Paige constantly keeps up to date with the latest treatments, skin and cosmetic conditions attending regular seminars and conferences. Her favourite treatments are Facials, Peels and Laser Treatments that focus on rejuvenation and self-care.

You can book to see Paige for Skin Analysis, Skincare advice, Medi Facials, Peels, TriLift, Radiofrequency microneedling, Microdermabrasion, Laser Hair removal and LED treatments.

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Nurse Vimbai

RN - Cosmetic Nurse / Skin Nurse

Vimbai is a registered nurse with qualifications in cosmetic injectables and dermal skin treatment. She specialises in volume restoration and medical grade skin treatments to assist with aging and pigmentation.

Vimbai also assists the skin cancer doctors within the clinic, and performs laser skin treatments.

Read Full Bio  

Vimbai began her formal aesthetics training with Derma Medical in Melbourne and has since continued to upskill with industry led professionals.
Her passion for aesthetics has meant that her clients receive thorough care and support from their initial consultation through to their follow-up appointments post treatment and ongoing care.

You can book with Nurse Vimbai if you are interested in Facial balancing, Lip enhancements, Wrinkle reducing treatments, and Skin treatments including skin needling, RF, PRP, or LED.  Start by booking a complimentary initial cosmetic consultation with Nurse Vee to discuss your concerns and create a treatment plan.

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Nurse-trish

Nurse Trish

EN / ME
Dermal Clinician Charlotte, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Dermal Clinician Charlotte

Charlotte has worked at GVSL for over 7 years with many dedicated, regular clients that sing her praises. Charlotte’s love for the science behind beauty encouraged her studies in Beauty Therapy then a degree in Dermal Science at Victoria University.

She offers an extensive knowledge of all skin conditions and disorders and is most passionate about educating her clients on the science behind the skin and how it should be taken care of. Charlotte can treat difficult pigmentation and vascular disorders opting for the use of laser therapies, BBL (Broad Band Light), chemical peels and more. Charlotte also treats unwanted hair using medical grade laser hair removal.

Read Full Bio  

Charlotte has a special interest in assessing skin conditions and preparing an individualised plan for her patients to achieve their skin needs and resolve skin problems including acne, scarring, stretchmarks and signs of ageing. She prides herself on her ability to treat her patients using a case by case approach, as she believes there is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to skin.

Treatments that can be booked in with Charlotte include: Laser hair removal, Diode laser capillary treatment, BBL photo rejuvenation, TriLift, Dermapen 4 skin needling, advanced cryotherapy, chemical peels, Photodynamic Therapy, LED Therapy, Microdermabrasion, scar and stretch mark laser, skincare plans/advice, pigmentation laser and laser tattoo removal.

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Dermal Clinician Kaila, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser

Dermal Clinician Kaila

BHScDT (Vic Uni)

Kaila is a qualified dermal clinician, having completed her Bachelor of Dermal Sciences degree in 2020. She is extremely passionate about skin and strives to share her knowledge and passion to help her clients achieve their skin goals.

She likes to take a holistic treatment approach, assessing all factors that can contribute to the onset of various skin conditions to create personalised treatment plans for her clients.

Read Full Bio  

Kaila has a particular interest in scar reduction and acne management. She has expertise in Skin Needling, Skin Peels and MediFacials, Acupulse CO2 laser, Vascular laser and Pigmentation laser and TriLift. Skin needling, otherwise known as collagen induction therapy, is Kaila’s favourite treatment – regularly performed in-clinic for the treatment of scarring, ageing concerns and textural irregularities.

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Lucy, Geelong Veins Skin & Laser Practice Manager

Lucy Di Russo

Practice Manager

Liz-resized-rotated

Liz Full

Reception Manager

Lorraine-receptionis

Lorraine

Suzie Receptionist

Suzie

Sarah

Sarah

Mel

Mel

Geelong Veins Skin & Laser on Instagram
While many of us focus on treating the face, the hands are one of the first areas to show visible signs of ageing—from sun spots and pigmentation to fine lines and loss of tone.

BBL (BroadBand Light) therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses advanced light technology to target these common concerns. It works by stimulating skin cells to regenerate, reducing pigmentation, improving skin texture, and restoring a smoother, more youthful look.

It’s a simple, effective way to rejuvenate an often-neglected area, and the results speak for themselves.
It’s the final day of our sale!

We’re open until 1pm today, so there is still plenty of time to pop in and pick up your favourite skincare and makeup, with 10%–40% off.

If you can’t make it in, please give us a call on (03) 5229 6866 and we’ll happily put your goodies aside or you can shop via our website. 

Sale ends this Monday 30th.
Synergie Skin’s SuperSerum+  one of our top sellers  is now on sale as part of our EOFY offer!

Formulated with six powerhouse peptides, this age-defying serum is your secret weapon for smoother, firmer, more radiant skin. Sale ends this Monday 30th June so time is running out to shop one of our biggest sales of the year.
Don’t miss out – our EOFY Sale is almost over!

 Save 10%–40% on all Skincare and Make Up, including your Synergie favourites. Sale ends Monday 30 June.

Shop in-store, online or call us on (03) 5229 6866
Just a few days left to take advantage of our eye care sale!

Save 15% on our most-loved eye products this month. Plus dont forget out EOFY sale is also on this week, with 10%–40% off all Skincare and Make Up.

There is no better time to stock up on your skincare essentials for Winter! 

Shop in store and online or call us on 5229 6866.
The secret to brighter, firmer eyes...

This powerful day and night duo works around the clock to hydrate, smooth and protect the delicate eye area.

ImprovEyes Day and ImprovEyes Night by Synergie Skin - the ultimate duo to hydrate, firm, and smooth the delicate eye area around the clock.

ImprovEyes Day: Reduces puffiness, brightens, and protects against daily stress
ImprovEyes Night: Targets fine lines, dark circles, and supports overnight repair

Now’s the perfect time to try them, with all eye care products 15% off until the end of June!
It’s that time of year again! Our EOFY Sale is live.

Enjoy 10%–40% off all Skincare and Make Up for one week only.
Tthe perfect time to stock up on your favourite brands for Winter! 

Sale runs from Monday 23 June to Monday 30 June. Available in-store and online.
INTRODUCING NURSE VEE!

We are excited to officially welcome Nurse Vimbai Mubayiwa to our experienced team of cosmetic professionals. You may have already seen her around the clinic, but i'ts time for a formal introduction!  Nurse Vee brings to GVSL over 7 years of experience and advanced training in cosmetic injecting and skin treatments. She aims to work with each client’s own features and goals, to enhance their individual beauty. 

You can book with Nurse Vee for treatment of wrinkles, facial ageing, volume loss, lip shaping and volume, and various skin treatments. If you are unsure which treatment would address your concerns, then book a complimentary initial nurse consultation with Nurse Vee.
Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) Test 

 A quick 10 minute, non invasive test performed at GVSL that checks for Peripheral Arterial Disease by comparing blood pressure in the arms and legs. PAD is a condition that affects blood flow to your legs and can lead to serious complications if left untreated. Available now with rebates for eligible patients. 

Head to our website to read more about this on our latest blog.
Reveal fresh, glowing skin in under an hour.

Our skin peels gently exfoliate and rejuvenate,  helping improve texture, tone, and radiance.

Not sure which peel is right for you? We can discuss with you at your appointment and choose the best one for your skin type and goals on the day.
Before and After for Spider Vein Treatment.

Sclerotherapy is a quick, non-surgical treatment that helps reduce the appearance of spider veins, leaving skin looking clearer and more even-toned.

Performed by our experienced Doctors at GVSL.
We’re so grateful for the lovely feedback we receive from our clients 💙

Thank you for trusting us with your care - it’s our privilege to support your skin and vein health journey.
International learning and networking for Dr Barbra in the past 3 days at the IMCAS conference in Bangkok. Topics of relevance to our Geelong patients =
🔹Laser scar treatments with CO2, radiofrequency and microneedling
🔹Latest combination treatments for rejuvenation and anti-ageing
🔹Vaginal laser updates
🔹PRP (platelet rich plasma)  #gvsl #prpgeelong #scartreatment #femtouch #skintreatment #imcas2025 #wrinkletreatment #acnescarring #rosacea #melasma #acupulse #bbl
✨ Introducing ProCollagen-C — Synergie’s NEW skin-supporting supplement! ✨
A cutting-edge formula designed to nourish your skin from the inside out.

Powered by bioactive collagen peptides, Vitamin C, and Hyaluronic Acid, ProCollagen-C works to:

• Stimulate natural collagen production
• Improve skin hydration and elasticity
• Support skin structure and firmness
• Protect skin cells from oxidative stress (free radical damage)
• Maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin

As we age, collagen production naturally declines — ProCollagen-C helps replenish what your skin needs to stay firm, plump, and radiant.

Now available in-clinic or online. Ask us how this new innovation can complement your skincare routine!
May Exclusive Offer!
Spend $100 on any Airyday products and receive a FREE 10ml SPF50+ – your choice of:
- Golden Glow (with a subtle tint)
or
- Clear As Day (invisible finish)
Perfect handbag-size for glowing, protected skin on the go 💛
Available in-clinic only for the month of May.
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