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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).

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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 Trish

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

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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-trish

Nurse Trish

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

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Liz Full

Reception Manager

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Sarah

Sarah

Suzie Receptionist

Suzie

Mel

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Skip the shopping crowds and treat yourself (or someone special) to our range of skincare and makeup now avaliable via our website - making it easy to shop anytime ✨

Stocking all your favourites, including Synergie, O Cosmedics, Airyday, Aspect Dr, Allmedic, and Dermaceutic– perfect for glowing, healthy skin this holiday season🌟

We can post your goodies right to your door or choose to pick up at the clinic.
Time for a Skin Check this Summer! 🌞

With warmer weather around the corner, now’s the perfect time to focus on your skin health! Spending more time outdoors means it’s crucial to watch for any changes. Regular skin checks can catch potential issues early, like sun damage or unusual moles.

Book your skin check today to keep your skin healthy and protected all summer long.
Our vascular lasers in action! ✨

Designed to treat redness, broken capillaries, and rosacea. These treatments use specific wavelengths attracted to red, blue, or purple tones in the blood inside the vessels or skin spots, selectively fading the target lesion. 

We have a range of vascular lasers that we can match to your skin condition. Book your consultation online, and our team will tailor the right treatment for your skin’s needs.
Stuck for Christmas gift ideas? Our gift vouchers make for the perfect treat for someone special!

Available to purchase online or pop in and pick up in-store 🎄🎁
Calvin our cheeky Christmas elf has been getting up to all sorts of mischief around the clinic…but he still manages to squeeze in his LED treatments! 

It’s a busy time of the year, but don’t forget to take some time out for yourself! Book in for a treatment and get your skin looking and feeling it’s best this holiday season 🎄
⭐️⭐️⭐️ CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Super Skin Saturday has been a busy day for all things skin! Announcing our winners today:

Drum roll please………

Our social media competition winner of the Synergie Eye-Conic Brilliance pack is - ANGELA MILANOVIC!!

Our door prizes go to two attendees today that will get a happy phone call on Monday to let them know..!
It’s a rainy day outdoors but we’re all smiles inside GVSL today for our Super Skin Saturday! Come on in to check out what’s on offer - amazing skincare offers, door prizes, competitions (and don’t forget to comment on the Synergie Eye-conic Brilliance gift pack post for your chance to win - drawn at 2:30…)
Did You Know? 

Our Fractionated CO2 Laser Resurfacing is one of the top treatments for improving skin quality and texture, reducing fine lines, correcting scars and blemishes, and achieving overall facial rejuvenation. 

Ideal for:

✨ Acne Scarring
✨  Diffuse Fine Lines
✨ Ageing 

Book your appointment with us today and discover the benefits for yourself!
🎉 Giveaway Alert! 🎉

To celebrate our Super Skin Saturday event on November 30th, we’re giving you the chance to WIN the luxurious Synergie Skin Eye-Conic Brilliance Gift Pack, worth $269! ✨

Here’s how to enter: 

1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Comment below with your #1 skincare must-have

The lucky winner will be drawn on Saturday, November 30th at 2:30 PM. Enter now for your chance to indulge in some skincare luxury! 

This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Facebook. By entering, you confirm you are 18+ and agree to the official rules.
There’s nothing quite like a mid-week treatment to help you get through the rest of the week! 

Paige, one of our skilled dermal nurses, has some rare appointment openings for tomorrow and Friday. Don’t miss out—book online or call us at (03) 5229 6866 to snap one up! Your skin will thank you!💆‍♀️
LED is one of the most popular treatments at GVSL!

🔴 Why We Love It:

Accelerates healing
Repairs blemishes and cuts
Boosts collagen and elastin
Reduces fine lines
Evens out skin tone

Ready to glow? Book your red light session with us today!

#ledlighttherapy
✨ Super Skin Saturday is back this November! ✨

Join us on Saturday, November 30th for a day all about celebrating your skin health, beauty, and confidence! 🎉

📅 Save the Date: November 30th!
Swipe across to see all of the amazing specials we’ll have available for this one-day event:

50% OFF LED Treatments 
50% OFF Medi Facials 
FREE Skin Analysis with our Dermal Clinician 
Full body skin check with a Doctor for only $130 (Medicare rebate available) 
Showbag with every appointment 
10%–40% off skincare and makeup 
Synergie mineral makeup color matching with special guest Lisa from Synergie Skin
Plus, enter our competition to WIN a Synergie Skin Eye-conic Brilliance Gift Pack valued at $269!

Call 5229 6866 to book your free skin analysis on the day—spots are limited! Don’t miss out on this fabulous day of pampering, prizes, and skin-loving offers!
Ever wondered how to give your skin a fresh boost? TriLift has you covered! Using Dynamic Muscle Stimulation Therapy (DMST) and Radiofrequency (RF) needling, this treatment works its magic to lift, tighten, and smooth your skin✨

With zero downtime, TriLift helps you achieve a more youthful, refreshed look—without missing a beat in your day!

#trilift #triliftbylumenis
If you're feeling like your frown lines are giving you a more serious or tired look, don’t worry - our skilled cosmetic nurses are here to help you feel your best with smooth, natural results.

Kenlyn, one of our cosmetic nurses, has over 25 years of experience in the cosmetic industry and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every treatment.

#geelonginjectables #injectablesnurse #cosmeticinjectables
Looking for an effective way to prevent skin cancer or treat pre-cancerous spots?

Photo Dynamic Therapy could be your answer! 🌟

How it works:

1. Our dermal clinician will apply a special medication to target damaged cells.
2. Incubate for 1-3 hours.
3. Activate with red and blue LED lights to destroy abnormal cells.

Ideal for:

⚪ Sun-damaged spots
⚪ History of skin cancers
⚪Acne and more

Discover a new approach to skin care.
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