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Your destination for advanced skin treatments and expert care
Select Skin — experienced, trusted skincare professionals in the heart of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs
At Select Skin, we believe great skin starts with knowledge and understanding. That’s why every treatment plan begins with a detailed consultation — offering expert guidance, advanced technology, and a personalised, holistic approach where skincare, wellness, and specialised treatments work together to support long-term results.
Founded by dermal clinician Melanie Russell-Richards and backed by over 30 years of experience, Select Skin is based in Coogee and trusted across Sydney’s East. We offer the latest in skin technology and innovation, delivering lasting results for visibly healthy-looking, radiant skin.
Reclaim your confidence with Select Skin.

Expert-led. Results-driven. Personal Care
Why Choose Us
Founded by dermal clinician Melanie Russell-Richards and supported by a team of qualified dermal therapists and registered nurses, Select Skin offers a high standard of personalised, professional care.
We combine experience, integrity and evidence-based treatments to deliver visible results — with a strong focus on trust, transparency, and long-term skin health.
As proud members of the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians and the Aesthetic and Beauty Industry Council, you can feel confident you’re in expert hands.

Specialised treatments to help you reach your skin goals.
Our Most Trusted and Effective Skin Treatments
Each of these advanced treatments has been carefully selected for its ability to target common concerns — from ageing and pigmentation to loss of firmness, congestion, and uneven texture.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your skin, smooth fine lines, or restore clarity and radiance, our clinical team will recommend the right solution based on your individual needs.
Ultraformer III non-surgical skin tightening
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At Select Skin, we do more than just treat the skin — we take the time to understand it. Your skincare journey begins with a thorough consultation and in-depth skin analysis, allowing us to develop a personalised, holistic treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.
Our team blends clinical expertise with creativity, experience and intuition to optimise skin health at every level. From advanced diagnostic tools to medical-grade technology, we offer a thoughtful, evidence-based approach that delivers real, visible results.
You’ll be cared for by experienced professionals who listen, educate, and support you — so you can feel confident in your skin and the journey ahead.
- Melanie – Bachelor of Dermal Science
- Paris – Beauty Therapy IV – Dermal Therapist
- Charlotte- Master’s in nursing & Diploma in Cosmetic Nursing
- Lesley – Registered Nurse
At Select Skin, we offer an array of specialised treatments to help you reach your skin and aesthetic goals.
Our most trusted and effective treatments are:
Ultra former III– Ultraformer III is a non-surgical skin lifting and tightening treatment that uses high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) to target deep structural layers of the skin. By delivering precise ultrasound energy below the surface, it stimulates the body’s natural collagen production and tissue regeneration — resulting in firmer, more lifted skin over time, without downtime.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) – IPL treatments use broad-spectrum light to target unwanted pigmentation, sun damage, and redness while stimulating collagen and elastin production below the skin’s surface. Over a series of treatments, IPL helps to even out skin tone, refine texture, and support long-term skin rejuvenation.
Skin Needling – Also known as collagen induction therapy, skin needling uses a precision device fitted with surgical-grade stainless steel needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin. This stimulates collagen and elastin production, improving skin texture, firmness, and overall radiance. It can also help reduce the appearance of acne scars, fine lines, pigmentation, enlarged pores, stretch marks, and blackheads over time.
Medical Grade LED Light Therapy – Safe for all skin types, this advanced light treatment delivers a wide range of benefits, from calming inflammation to stimulating healthy blood flow. By boosting cellular activity, enhancing circulation, increasing tissue oxygenation, and supporting natural detoxification, it helps to plump, firm, and revitalise the skin. Results are cumulative, with visible improvements after each session.
Professional Peeling Systems – Our professional-grade peels are formulated with targeted acid blends that work on multiple layers of the skin. They stimulate regeneration from within while gently resurfacing and refining the outermost layers. Designed to activate deep cellular renewal, these treatments visibly improve skin texture, clarity, and overall radiance.
At Select Skin, we use a range of specialised, medical-grade devices to support personalised treatment outcomes and address a variety of skin concerns.
Our technology includes:
Observ Facial Analyser – for in-depth skin imaging and diagnostics
M22 IPL System – for treating pigmentation, redness, and sun damage
Ultraformer III – high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for lifting and tightening
Dermapen 4 Skin Needling – precision microneedling device for collagen induction therapy
Sonophoresis Vitamin Infusion – to enhance active ingredient delivery
Skin Booster System – for intense hydration and dermal revitalisation
Micro-current Device – to support lymphatic flow and muscle toning
AquaPure Hydrafacial – for deep cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration
ResurFX – non-ablative fractional laser for skin resurfacing and collagen stimulation
SmartLux Led Light Therapy – Delivers safe, pain-free wavelengths of light to energise the skin for optimal performance and radiance.
To truly understand your skin and recommend the most effective plan, we suggest starting with a Consultation and Skin Analysis, followed by our Signature Prescriptive Treatment. This signature first-step treatment allows us to assess your skin in detail, address your concerns, and perform a targeted treatment on the day, giving you a personalised approach toward visible results.
Your consultation begins with a warm welcome and a detailed skin analysis using our advanced OBSERV diagnostic imaging system. This technology allows us to assess your skin beneath the surface for a clearer understanding of its condition.
From there, we’ll tailor a treatment plan, recommend the right active ingredients, and answer any questions you have about your skin, products, or treatments.
We're here to help — to listen, guide you with honest advice, and create a space that feels safe, thoughtful, and empowering.
Yes — and we recommend it. You’re more than welcome to have your consultation and a skin treatment during the same appointment. This allows us to address your concerns from day one, so you can feel supported and confident from your very first visit.
Yes — the $70 consultation fee is fully redeemable on the day of your appointment if you choose to go ahead with a skin treatment or purchase skincare products. Please note, the fee can only be applied on the same day and isn’t transferable to future bookings or purchases.
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