What is VISIA Skin Analysis?

VISIA Skin Analysis is a complexion analysis system that provides an in-depth look at facial skin. It takes a series of photographs that analyse your skin’s pigmentation spots, wrinkles, texture, pores, vascularity and porphyrins. The VISIA machine uses three types of lighting to show the different features. This includes UV lighting for features not visible to the eye, such as porphyrins and UV spots, RBX imaging to show red and brown areas, and standard fluorescent lighting for visible features on the face such as spots and wrinkles.

Why have a VISIA Skin Analysis?

The VISIA Skin analysis provides a visual of the skin and an easy-to-understand analysis of any skin issues. From here, a personalised skincare and treatment plan can be created to target specific areas. It also offers ‘before’ and ‘after’ comparisons to easily view the benefits of a skincare program.

What will my treatment plan look like?

At The Skin Hospital at Darlinghurst, we offer VISIA Skin Analysis to complement our range of dermatological services. At your first appointment, a VISIA Skin Analysis technician will complete your analysis with you and walk you through the assessment steps.

Once the scan is complete, you will receive your images and a report. If you wish, you can then book an appointment with one of our dermatologists to discuss your results and treatment options. We also recommend booking a follow up VISIA appointment in 6-12 months to monitor the progress of your skin.

Preparing for your VISIA Skin Analysis

Once you have made a booking, there is nothing more to do until the day of your initial appointment. On the day:

1. Ensure that you are not wearing makeup or have any other products on your face (including sunscreen) when you come for your assessment.
2. If you have come directly from work and do have make-up on, let our team know and we can cleanse your skin thoroughly prior to your assessment.
3. Allow 20 minutes for the VISIA assessment.

Do I need to book my assessment?
Yes. You do need a booking to undergo a VISIA assessment.

How do I book my VISIA assessment?
Please contact our Customer Services Team on 02 8651 2000 to make your VISIA booking.

How can I prepare for my VISIA consultation?
Please ensure that you are not wearing makeup or sunscreen when you come for your assessment. If you are using makeup on the day, our team can provide you with cleanser to clean your skin before the assessment.

Is the VISIA assessment COVID safe?
Yes. Rest assured that we do follow COVID safety rules and guidelines

How long does the assessment last?
The assessment will take approximately 20 minutes. If you decide to follow this by consultation with one of our doctors this may add 20 minutes.

Will I be required to provide any personal information?
Yes. You will be required to provide personal data (e.g. your date of birth) for the assessment.

Who would be performing the assessment?
A VISIA Skin Analysis technician will walk you through the assessment steps.

How will my results be stored/saved?
Your VISIA data will be saved on a secure drive at The Skin Hospital to allow us to track your progress over time. If you do not wish to have your data saved, please email imaging@skinhospital.edu.au indicating that you wish to opt out and your VISIA data will be deleted.

Will my results be ready during my consultation?
Yes. Your results will be released during your consultation. We strongly advise that you book a follow-up consultation with one of our dermatologists to gain a better understanding of your skin condition. Our dermatologists will work with you to formulate a customised skincare plan.

How much does a VISIA assessment cost?
Fees for this assessment are $75 +GST. This service is offered by our Research Department and all funds go towards research support. Alternatively, we offer a $25 discount if you decide to book your VISIA scan along with an appointment to see a dermatologist at The Skin Hospital.

Please note that VISIA Skin Analysis is only available at our Darlinghurst facility.