At Kent Skin & Laser Clinic, our dermatology-led team builds a personalised home skincare plan that works alongside any in-clinic treatment you are having. Based in Canterbury, we welcome patients from across Kent, including Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham, Ashford, Folkestone, Dover, Deal and the surrounding areas.
What is Prescriptive Strength Skin Care?
Prescriptive strength skin care is a personalised approach to caring for your skin at home. Instead of a generic routine, your plan is built around your skin type, your current products and the concerns you want to address, whether that is uneven tone, sun damage, congestion, sensitivity or early signs of ageing.
Your plan is likely to include a mix of antioxidant protection, retinol to support skin renewal and a broad spectrum SPF, since daily sun protection underpins almost every other skin goal. Because these products are stronger than most shop-bought skincare, they work best when they are chosen with professional guidance and introduced at the right pace.
What Can Prescriptive Strength Skin Care Help With?
Every plan is different, but a tailored routine may be recommended if you would like to:
- Build a routine around your actual skin, not a generic recommendation
- Protect and extend the results of an in-clinic treatment
- Address a specific concern that over the counter products have not helped
- Keep your skin consistent between visits with ongoing professional input
Skincare Ranges We Use
We carry a small number of established, clinically recognised skincare ranges, including Obagi Medical, ZO Skin Health, Medik8 and the Heliocare sun protection range. They are chosen for their track record rather than for how heavily they are marketed, and your practitioner will recommend specific products from these ranges based on your consultation.
Get Harley Online Reordering
Once your plan is agreed, we can set you up on the Get Harley platform. This lets you reorder your products directly and keep your routine consistent between visits, while your practitioner can review and adjust your plan as your skin changes.
Why Choose Kent Skin & Laser Clinic?
Our prescriptive strength skin care is offered in a medical clinic, so your skin is looked at as a whole. Patients choose us because we provide:
- A personalised plan based on a proper skin consultation
- Medical grade skincare from established ranges
- Experienced therapists who work alongside our dermatology team
- Dermatology on hand if anything about your skin needs a medical opinion
- Easy reordering through Get Harley between visits
- Online booking available 24/7
We welcome patients from Canterbury and across Kent, including Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham, Ashford, Folkestone, Dover and Deal.
What Happens at the Appointment?
Your appointment begins with a consultation and skin assessment. During the appointment, we will:
- Review your skin type, current routine and specific concerns
- Ask about your medical history and any medication or previous treatments
- Consider any in-clinic treatments you are planning or have already had
- Recommend a personalised plan with specific products
- Explain how and when to introduce each product
You leave with a clear plan rather than a generic list. Stronger products are usually introduced gradually, so your skin can adjust, and where appropriate we set you up with Get Harley for easy reordering. Your plan can be reviewed at future visits as your skin and its needs change, or you can book a dedicated skin consultation if you feel your needs have changed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes prescriptive strength skin care different from products I could buy myself?
Prescriptive strength skin care uses higher concentrations of active ingredients than most over the counter products, and it is recommended specifically for your skin following an assessment. It is not a generic routine aimed at everyone.
Which skincare brands do you use?
We work with a small number of established medical grade ranges, including Obagi Medical, ZO Skin Health, Medik8 and Heliocare for sun protection. Your practitioner will recommend specific products from these ranges based on your consultation.
What is Get Harley?
Get Harley is an online platform that lets you reorder your prescribed skincare directly once your plan has been agreed. You can keep your routine consistent between clinic visits without booking another appointment just to restock.
Can skincare alone replace in-clinic treatments?
For some milder concerns, a good routine can make a genuine difference on its own. For others, particularly more visible signs of ageing, sun damage or scarring, skincare works best alongside in-clinic treatments such as peels, micro-needling or LED therapy, rather than instead of them. Individual results vary.
Will stronger skincare irritate my skin?
Some redness, dryness or sensitivity can occur when you start stronger active ingredients, which is why they are introduced gradually. If your skin feels uncomfortable, tell us and we will adjust your plan. Anyone who is pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy should tell us at consultation, as some ingredients may not be suitable.
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Price
Skin Consultation with the therapist is £50, redeemable against treatment (not products) booked within 3 months
Fees
An aesthetic consultation with the doctor is £100, redeemable against treatments (not products) within 3 months
Appointment
30 minutes
Downtime
Minimal
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