An itchy rash that keeps returning. A mole that seems to have changed. A skin tag that catches on clothing. A wart or mark that has been bothering you for months.
Skin concerns can be uncomfortable, frustrating or worrying — particularly when you aren’t sure what the problem is or what to do next. At Dears Pharmacy, our range of skin services can help you get professional advice, expert assessment and, where appropriate, straightforward treatment within your local community.
Many skin conditions can look similar, which makes choosing the right treatment difficult. Something that appears to be dry skin may be eczema, psoriasis, rosacea or a fungal infection. Treatments bought without a clear diagnosis may not help and can sometimes delay you getting the right support.
Our Skin Clinic provides access to a private consultation and detailed skin scanning for concerns such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, rashes and fungal infections.
A trained Dears Pharmacy professional will discuss your symptoms, medical history and any treatments you have already tried. Detailed images of the affected area are then securely reviewed by a consultant dermatologist, who provides a personalised report with possible diagnoses, treatment recommendations and clear next steps.
This can include advice about suitable skincare products, over-the-counter treatment, a private prescription where appropriate, or referral for further medical assessment.
Most moles are harmless, but it is sensible to seek advice when a mole changes in size, shape or colour, looks different from your other moles, or begins to itch, bleed, crust or fail to heal.
Our Mole Scanning Consultation offers a convenient way to have a specific mole or skin lesion professionally assessed.
During a short pharmacy appointment, a trained member of our team uses a medical-grade dermatoscope to take detailed close-up images. These are securely sent for review by a UK consultant dermatologist, with a written report normally returned within 24 to 48 hours.
The report will explain whether the mole appears benign or whether further medical assessment is recommended. Where follow-up is needed, the report can be shared with your GP or another healthcare professional to support the next stage of your care.
Mole scanning is an assessment service rather than a formal skin cancer diagnosis, but it can provide valuable reassurance or help identify when further investigation should not be delayed.
Once a lesion has been assessed and confirmed as suitable for treatment, cryotherapy can provide a quick and effective removal option.
Cryotherapy uses a precise jet of extremely cold nitrous oxide to freeze the targeted tissue. The treated lesion then breaks down and can fall away naturally as the skin heals.
Depending on suitability and location, cryotherapy may be used for:
Treatment usually takes only a few minutes and is carried out in a private consultation room by a specially trained pharmacy healthcare professional. Most people experience only brief cold or stinging discomfort and can return to their normal activities immediately afterwards.
Redness, itching, mild blistering or a small scab can occur as part of the normal healing process. You will receive clear aftercare guidance and, where necessary, a plan for further treatment.
Not every skin problem should be treated in the same way.
A rash or ongoing skin condition may need a full Skin Clinic consultation. A changing or unusual mole should be professionally assessed rather than removed. A harmless but irritating skin tag, wart or similar lesion may be suitable for cryotherapy.
Our pharmacy team can help you choose the most appropriate service and explain whether your concern can be assessed or treated through Dears Pharmacy, or whether you should speak to your GP.
With selected services available across Lothian, Fife, Glasgow and Tayside, expert skin support may be closer and easier to access than you think.
Book an appointment with Dears Pharmacy and take the first step towards understanding, checking or treating your skin concern.
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