Specialist Skin Clinic

Specialist Skin Clinic

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Led by consultant dermatologist Dr Maria Gonzalez (MBBS, DDSc, MSc (MedEd)), Specialist Skin Clinic in Cardiff offers medical and cosmetic dermatology—laser surgery, mole mapping/removal, acne and hair‑loss care, injectables and skin rejuvenation—delivered by a doctor‑led team that prioritises skin health and personalised, evidence‑based care.

10 Penlline Rd, Cardiff CF14 2AD, United Kingdom
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Services

Anti-Wrinkle Injections

Anti-Wrinkle Injections

Temporarily relaxes facial muscles to soften lines and prevent wrinkles from deepening.
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Lip Filler

Lip Filler

Injectable dermal filler treatment to enhance lip volume, shape, and definition for fuller, more youthful lips
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Laser Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal

Permanent hair reduction using laser technology to target hair follicles
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Dermal Fillers

Dermal Fillers

Restores volume and smooths wrinkles by injecting hyaluronic acid or other substances beneath the skin.
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HydraFacial

HydraFacial

Multi-step facial treatment that cleanses, extracts, and hydrates skin using patented vortex technology
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Microneedling

Microneedling

Collagen induction therapy using fine needles to improve skin texture, scars, and promote regeneration
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IPL/BBL Photofacial

IPL/BBL Photofacial

Intense pulsed light treatment for sun damage, pigmentation, redness, and overall skin rejuvenation
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Acne & Scarring

Acne & Scarring

Comprehensive treatments to clear active acne and improve the appearance of acne scars
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Pigmentation

Pigmentation

Treatments for dark spots, melasma, sun damage, and uneven skin tone
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Rosacea

Rosacea

Treatment for chronic facial redness, visible blood vessels, and inflammatory skin condition
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Mesotherapy

Mesotherapy

Microinjection technique delivering vitamins, minerals, and active ingredients directly into the skin
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RF Skin Tightening

RF Skin Tightening

Radiofrequency energy treatment to tighten skin, stimulate collagen, and reduce wrinkles
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Mole, Wart & Skin Tag Removal

Mole, Wart & Skin Tag Removal

Safe removal of benign skin lesions using various medical techniques
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Tattoo Removal

Tattoo Removal

Laser treatment to safely fade and remove unwanted tattoos
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Laser Resurfacing

Laser Resurfacing

Ablative or non-ablative laser treatment to improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, and treat scarring
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Cellulite Treatment

Cellulite Treatment

Targeted therapies to reduce the appearance of cellulite and improve skin smoothness
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LED Light Therapy

LED Light Therapy

Non-invasive treatment using different wavelengths of light to improve skin health, reduce acne, and stimulate collagen
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Stretch Mark Treatment

Stretch Mark Treatment

Various therapies to improve the appearance of stretch marks through collagen stimulation
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Practitioners

Aiste

Aiste

Laser Practitioner

Cory

Cory

Advanced Practitioner / Laser & Energy-Device Specialist

Dr Elin Owen

Dr Elin Owen

Consultant Dermatologist

Dr Maria Gonzalez

Dr Maria Gonzalez

Medical Director & Consultant Dermatologist

Dr Rachel Abbott

Dr Rachel Abbott

Consultant Dermatologist & Mohs surgeon

Imtiaz (Imtiaz Sadiq)

Imtiaz (Imtiaz Sadiq)

Senior Skin Practitioner / Aesthetic Clinician

Suki

Suki

Advanced Practitioner - Laser & Skin

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Hannah Thomas

Hannah Thomas

Absolutely amazing clinic! Transformed my skin. Went for acne treatment and over the months has cleared it up. Receptionists are lovely and very friendly and professional! And Elizabeth who was absolutely wonderful throughout the whole treatment and extremely supportive.

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Sara Moruzzi

Sara Moruzzi

I have been attending the Specialist Skin Clinic for many years due to my recurring xanthelasmas, Dr Gonzalez has always been professional, kind and courteous. The first time I attended I had no idea what to expect and it was explained to me that xanthelasmas can be reduced considerably but would return over time in different areas or even around the same area due to them being genetic in my case. Sometimes it takes two visits to completely eradicate the xanthelasma, although most of the time one visit is enough. I am completely happy with the treatment I have received over the years & would happily recommend Dr Gonzalez to anyone that asks. I feel so much more confident after a visit to the clinic & in my opinion it’s worth every penny.

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November 6
Maria Jenkins

Maria Jenkins

My experience with the Specialist Skin Clinic was very disappointing. I emailed to ask if they carried out Xanthelasma removal and was told they did and and I was given an approx cost of £225 for the removal of a very small one on my upper eye lid and slightly bigger one just below my eye but was not told what the procedure would entail but trusted that they knew what they were doing. I arrived for my appointment and the staff were very nice, I was called in for my appointment where I met the Dr and her assistant. They were quite shocked on how small the spots were and proceeded to explain the procedure and also asked me if I was sure that I wanted to go ahead as I assumed that they would maybe cut them out but was told that they don't cut them out but inject them. I told them I wanted to go ahead anyway. I was told to lay on the bed where I was given a numbing injection on my upper eyelid and one below my eye. The Dr then proceeded to inject me with the substance that would remove the Xanthelasma spots. When she was injecting my upper eye lid I had to tell her to stop as it was very painful and she then told me I needed another numbing injection. She did another injection and the proceeded with the removal injection. I then had the spot below my eye injected and after being explained the after care I left. After about 2 weeks I emailed to ask if the treatment should have worked by then and I was told that I would need to go back for a check up appointment in about 4 weeks. In the 6 weeks the spot on my upper eye lid did not change at all so it hadn't worked. The spot below my eye was slightly better but still there. I attended the appointment and the Dr agreed that the spot on the upper eye lid hadn't worked but said the lower one had. They took a photo of the area to check it against the previous photo and convinced herself that it had worked (it looked better on the picture than it did in real life) but I didn't agree because it was slightly better but still there but I didn't say anything as I really didn't see the point just put it down to spending £225 for nothing. I decided to write this review now as it has been on my mind on and off since the check up that they could have offered another treatment knowing that one hadn't worked at all and the other only partially to make sure that the client is happy but that didn't happen 😕

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Why Choose Specialist Skin Clinic in Cardiff?

Why Choose Specialist Skin Clinic in Cardiff?

Dr Maria Gonzalez is a consultant dermatologist and medical director at Specialist Skin Clinic. She holds MBBS, DDSc and an MSc (MedEd), is an Honorary Consultant Dermatologist with the Aneurin Bevan Health Board and has over 20 years’ experience in dermatology. Trained in dermatologic and laser surgery with an academic background at Cardiff University, she has lectured and published on cosmetic dermatology and is GMC‑registered.

Specialist Skin Clinic provides integrated medical and cosmetic dermatology: laser surgery and resurfacing, mole checks/mapping and removal, acne and acne‑scar management, hair‑loss treatments, medical skin surgery, tattoo and vascular lesion removal, injectable therapies (anti‑wrinkle and dermal fillers), HydraFacial, microneedling and advanced skin rejuvenation. A doctor‑led team runs a dedicated acne clinic and combines consultant oversight with medical‑grade lasers and evidence‑based protocols to create personalised, skin‑first treatment plans.

Based in Cardiff, the clinic serves patients across the city and surrounding South Wales. The practice emphasises consultant‑led assessment, clear clinical diagnosis, continuity of care and measurable outcomes, prioritising long‑term skin health and patient wellbeing over one‑off cosmetic interventions.