What a Consultant Dermatologist Can Really Do for Acne – And Why It Matters

Acne isn’t just a teenage phase. It’s persistent, painful, and – let’s be honest – a real blow to your confidence. And if you’re here, you’re probably wondering whether seeing a consultant dermatologist for acne is the next right step.

We’ll keep it simple: yes, it can be life-changing. At No. 23 Skin, our team includes consultant dermatologists who specialise in acne – and we’ve built our entire clinic around providing joined-up, expert-led skin care that actually works.

Here’s how we do it differently.

Our Story Starts with Acne (and Confusion)

When our co-founder, Helen set out to treat her own acne and scarring, she was met with confusing advice, disjointed appointments, and no clear answers.

Bouncing between clinics and medical consultations, nothing felt connected – and nothing delivered lasting results. That frustration became the spark that launched No. 23 Skin: a clinic built on clarity, clinical evidence, and one simple belief – your skin deserves better.

Helen teamed up with Dr Cherry Armstrong, an experienced doctor with NHS and Harley Street credentials, who shared the same vision: one clinic, one plan, expert care from start to finish.

What Makes a Consultant Dermatologist Different?

Not all skin experts are created equal. A consultant dermatologist is a medical doctor with years (at least 13 with 4-6 in dermatology) of specialised training in diagnosing and treating skin conditions, including all types of acne – from hormonal breakouts to cystic acne and adult-onset flare-ups.

At No. 23 Skin, your consultant dermatologist doesn’t work in isolation. They collaborate with our skin experts and medical team to build a complete, personalised plan. We look at your skin health as a whole – not just what’s happening at surface level.

Diagnose. Treat. Prevent. Support.

We don’t do generic. Your journey starts with a consultation where we get to know your skin, your triggers, your history, and your goals. From there, we build a treatment plan around you – one that might include:

• Prescription-grade skincare

• Oral or topical medications

• LED light therapy, peels, or laser

• Lifestyle and diet advice

• Long-term maintenance strategies

We don’t chase trends. We follow the evidence – and we give you full visibility into what’s working and why.

Our Consultant-Led Acne Clinics

Dr Maria Roest, Dr Ketaki Bhate, and Dr Nasim Rouhani join forces with Dr Armstrong to lead our acne treatment pathways, working closely with our wider team.

Follow up care and regular check-ins are really important when it comes to acne, so our administration team keep close to every step of your journey so you know where to come with questions and queries. We also offer remote catch ups – as we know that your skin doesn’t always play ball and you can’t always get in to see our dermatologists in London.

Together, we offer acne care that’s both medically rigorous and emotionally supportive – because we know how much it matters.

Why People Choose No. 23 Skin

Whether you’re dealing with persistent breakouts, acne scarring, or trying to stop it from coming back, here’s what makes our acne care different:

• We combine consultant dermatology with skin health expertise in one place

• We’re medically led – but not clinical and never cold

• We treat the person, not just the skin

• We support you for the long haul, not just a quick fix

We’re serious about skin. But we never forget that behind every concern is a real person who just wants to feel good again.

Ready to Speak to a Consultant Dermatologist for Acne?

We know taking the first step isn’t always easy – but it’s worth it. If you’ve tried it all and still feel stuck, let’s talk.

Find out about booking a consultation with one of our consultant dermatologists and start your journey to clearer, calmer, healthier skin – for good.

👉 Explore our acne treatments
👉 Meet our dermatology team
👉 Learn more about our co-founder’s story

Whether you’re 18 or 55 and getting breakouts – you’re not alone. And we really do know how to help.

Helen
hc@23skin.co.uk
CoFounder
No. 23 Skin