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Clear Complexions Clinic - Bruce

Clear Complexions Clinic - Bruce

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Corner of Thynne Street & Watkin Street, Bruce, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2617Australia

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Opening hours

Monday09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday09:00 - 17:30
Thursday09:00 - 20:00
Friday09:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sundayclosed
Enquire for a fast quote ★ Good ServiceScore™ 6.7 from 77 votes ★ 3 verified patient reviews. Visit our Medical Aesthetics Clinic - Corner of Thynne Street & Watkin Street, Bruce, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2617, Australia.

Popular Treatments

Medical Aesthetics Specialist Consultation
Treatment for Wrinkles
Dermal Fillers
Lip Augmentation
Scar Removal
Spider Veins Treatment
Excessive Sweating Treatment
Varicose Veins Treatment
Facial Thread Veins Treatment
Skin Tag Removal
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About Clear Complexions Clinic - Bruce

The highly awarded Clear Complexions Clinics  focus is skin; it is their speciality. Whether you have acne, scarring, redness, wrinkles, unwanted hair or have just spent too much time in the sun their specialist nurses and doctors have the skills, knowledge and technology to get your skin healthy again.

They can help you with your skin and if they can’t they will point you in the right direction for answers. The nurses at Clear Complexions Clinics will give you educated and honest advice about your skin and empower you to do something about it once and for all.

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Patient reviews

4.7 from 3 verified reviews
05.09.2016
Anonymous, Australia
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Excellent staff, clean facility

Acne Scars Treatment

Acne program.

Excellent staff, clean facility.

09.02.2015
Phil, Australia
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treatment went well

4.3 50 Skin Tag Removal • Paid: $295

treatment went well....the price quoted...well I didn't get a quote via email...only when I was in attendance at the clinic.

17.09.2013
Tracy, Australia
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Pleased with the treatment

4.9 50 Treatment for Wrinkles • Paid: $156

I was pleased with the treatment to my forehead, which was my first time, but still need maybe some more as there are uneven wrinkles

20.03.2013
Deb, Australia
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I will be going back.

5 50 Treatment for Wrinkles • Paid: $535

Very pleased. Excellent service, lovely staff, spotless clinic. The price was better than expected. In and out in an hour. I will be going back.

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Clinic services

Open weekends - open Saturday

Medical Aesthetics

 

Stretch Marks Removal

 

Chemical Peel

Procedure peels are ultra mild and yet ultra effective peels used in the treatment of sun damage, pigmentation, rosacea and acne. These peels are perfect for those who have congested skin and open pores or for those simply wanting to keep the skin’s healthy luminosity.

Procedure peels are based on organic compounds such as lactic, salicylic, pyruvic and ascorbic acids. These agents work with your skin’s natural physiology, restoring healthier, clearer, more luminous skin. Available only from medical skin care clinics, our nurses can customise each peel to your skin’s unique needs.

Procedure peels are usually prescribed as a course of four to six clinical treatments performed either weekly, fortnightly or monthly. Your nurse will tailor the peel’s strengths and activities according to your skin’s responses. There is no pain during the treatment, only a hot sensation that subsides after a few minutes.

The treatment takes about 15-20 mins and you can return to normal activities immediately afterwards.  can be applied directly after the treatment.

You skin will be red for a short time after the peel. It will appear tight and your pores minimised. After a day or two, you may notice some mild shedding which can be easily controlled with applying moisturiser. Not every person will experience the shedding, it is dependant on the individual, but everyone will see the results.

 

Light Chemical Peel

 

Dermal Fillers

One of the main changes we notice with age is the loss of volume, particularly in the cheeks and lips. This is where dermal fillers are extremely effective. They are also very effective in plumping out larger, more established wrinkles such as those that extend from the nose to the lip (the nasolabial folds).

Lips

Soft fillers can be used to enhance the body and the boarders of the lips, giving back a natural-looking youthfulness. These fillers are usually made from a naturally occurring complex sugars, and can be used to create volume and decrease the lines that form around the lips that cause lipstick to bleed.

Wrinkles and Folds

Dermal fillers can be placed below the skins surface to literally ‘fill in’ or ‘plump up’ the wrinkles and folds that remain when our face is at rest. They can also be used to enhance and restore volume in areas such as the mid face and the cheekbone area, and to provide a more youthful conture to the lower face and jaw line.

Prior to your treatment you will need to have a consultation with one of our medical practitioners to ascertain your suitability for treatment.

A treatment involves a series of injections depending on the area being treated. In some instances, a numbing cream or topical analgesia will be used to help to numb the area. The procedure takes between 15-30mins, and the results are instant. There may be some minor swelling and mild bruising after the procedure and clients often have anto accelerate the healing of this.

The longevity of the results is dependent on a multitude of factors, including the patient, the location of the injection, and the particular product used. Generally results last from 6 months in areas such as the lips,  up to 12 months in areas such as the nasolabial folds. Subsequent treatments will almost always have a longer duration of effect.

 

Excessive Sweating Treatment

 

Fraxel™

 

IPL Hair Removal

 

IPL Skin Rejuvenation

 

Laser Hair Removal

We have a culture that views facial and body hair as unattractive and there is now a baffling array of hair removal alternatives that all claim to solve the problem for you. But what works, what doesn’t and how do you know if it is safe?

Everyone knows about shaving, waxing and plucking but these are painful, tedious, repetitive and restrictive options often resulting in ingrown hairs, pigmented scarring and increased hair growth.

In recent times there has been an explosion in the number of discount laser hair removal centres claiming to rid you of hair; pain free, forever and at an alarmingly discounted price. I get asked all the time whether these really work and are they safe? I always say, “Do your homework before you let anyone touch you with an Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) or laser system.” We have become quite desensitised as to how potentially dangerous these hair removal systems are as they become more accessible. They can cause blisters, burns and scars and need to be operated by qualified, skilled staff.

The first step is to research the equipment. Not all hair reduction systems are created equal. Some are excellent but the cheaper ones are too low-powered to effectively kill the follicles and only temporarily disable the hair allowing them to regenerate over time and continue to grow. 

Look for clinics that use systems that are able to be individualised to you and your particular needs. So many systems out there are designed to be basic to use and require little or no training for staff. They are in essence, ‘point and shoot’ machines that only give a few very low setting options that may not be that effective. Good machines allow the operator to individualise the treatment based on your age, skin colour, hair colour, hair thickness and allow them to adjust the energy output. 

Call the clinic to book your appointment or speak to a nurse.

 

Laser Skin Resurfacing

 

Laser Skin Tightening

 

Laser Wrinkle Reduction

 

Lip Augmentation

 

Medical Aesthetics Specialist Consultation

 

Omnilux™ Light Therapy

 

Scar Removal

There aren’t too many people who go through their lives without accumulating  a scar or two. Whether these are from a traumatic incident or from surgery; for some, these marks are unsightly and disfiguring.

There are numerous causes of scars and an equally as diverse number of treatments that claim to reduce or remove them. Getting  wonderful results with scarring treatments is achievable, but requires considered and professional advice on what is the right treatment, considering the severity and type of the scar.

The first step is to have the scar assessed in a . From here you will be guided as to what is the most appropriate treatment for you, how many treatments you may require and what is a realistic expectation to have given the severity and type of the scar. We have a number of extremely effective options at Clear Complexions.

Fraxel re:store® Laser Resurfacing – is a new and extremely effective way to treat surgical and trauma scars. Fraxel® causes microscopic, pixel-like damage to the treated area in the skin, leaving most of the surrounding skin intact. This stimulates the body’s natural healing process, breaking up the fibrous tissue and stimulating the production of collagen and elastin.

The number of treatments required depends on the severity and type of the scar but a Clear Complexions nurse will be able to give you an indication during your consultation.

 

Spider Veins Treatment

Commonly located on the nose, cheeks and chin they appear as small red vessels under the skin. If left untreated, these vessels will continue to dilate and become more noticeable. Early treatment and ongoing maintenance yield the best outcomes.

The most common causes are:

  • Environmental - sun exposure and weather extremes
  • Age
  • Genetics
  • Hormonal fluctuations
  • Pregnancy
  • Medical conditions such as high blood pressure
  • Pressure e.g. squeezing acne or  glasses pressing on the face

Treatment is as much about repairing the existing damage as it is about prevention of further damage by improving the overall strength and health of your skin. A nurse will have a  with you before recommending treatment in order to assess the extent of damage and to give you realistic expectations of what to expect. They do this by using state-of -the-art imaging software that visualises your skin two millimetres below the skin revealing the extent of the blood vessel damage under your skin. From there they can make recommendations and perform any test patches that may be necessary.

Clear Complexions is excited to now be offering the Genesis and Excel  lasers. These lasers allow us to focus on many more layers in the skin than possible before. The Excel laser targets those obvious, larger broken vessels that can be so resistant to other treatments, while the Genesis focuses on that deeper, diffuse redness that’s just beyond the reach of .   The number and type of  treatments required depends on the size of the vessel, the length of time it has been visible, the general health of the skin and any underlying medical causes for the vascular damage. Your nurse will be able to advise you of the best treatment or combination and estimated number of treatments required at the time of your consultation.

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Facial Thread Veins Treatment

 

Laser and Pulsed Light Vein Treatment

 

Thermage™

 

Treatment for Wrinkles

 

Varicose Veins Treatment

 

VISIA™ Skin Analysis

Dermatology

 

Acne Scars Treatment

The treatment of pitted acne scars requires both the breaking up of the fibrous scar tissue and the production of new collagen to fill out the scar. Traditional approaches – such as deep chemical peeling, conventional lasers, and abrasion therapies such as microdermabrasion - usually achieve only moderate results or, worse, they destroy healthy tissue along with the scar.

Acne scars occur as the skin heals from acne lesions. Acne scars are typically indented or pitted or, giving the skin a pox-marked or wavy appearance, or pigmented marks that remain on the skin years after the lesion has healed.

Unlike other procedures,  treatment removes damaged skin on the surface and reaches deep into the skin to stimulate collagen remodeling. In this way, Fraxel® treatment improves the elasticity, texture and tone of your damaged skin while keeping your healthy tissue intact, which minimises downtime. The  is widely regarded as the gold standard for the treatment of pitted acne scars.

The number of treatments required depends on the extend of scarring, and the age and condition of the skin.

Contact the clinic to book your consultation

For clients who have finally gained control of their acne only to find they are left with the pink/purple/red or brown marks, help comes in the form of light. is extremely effective in accelerating the healing and fading these acne scars. Again, the number of treatment depends on the severity of the scars but our nurses will be able to give you an idea during your consultation.

Contact the clinic to book your consultation

 

Acne Treatment

It is estimated that up to ninety percent of teenagers and a significant number of adults suffer from acne (pimples). At Clear Complexions Clinics we know how debilitating the condition can be and that it can cause both physiological and emotional scars. Our aim is to increase self esteem, reduce the number and severity of breakouts and to minimise the scarring associated with acne. The Clear Complexions Clinic nurses are highly skilled at working with young people and their families for the best possible outcomes.

Acne can be well controlled with a treatment program designed by our qualified nurses that incorporates medical grade skincare,  LED light based treatment, and a new generation of procedure peels.

These can all be tailored to work alongside and support any medication prescribed by your doctor. We will not hesitate to refer you to your GP or dermatologist if your acne is not improving in the way we think it should be.

Don’t let acne hold you back any longer! to start your treatment program today.

Primary causes of acne

The underlying causes of acne have been widely studied and genetics and hormones are the primary impacting factors. Acne is caused by overactive sebaceous glands and excess skin cell production, resulting in blackheads, whiteheads and cysts. In some cases however it may be an external factor that can be causing, if not increasing, the severity of breakouts.

 

Age Spots Removal

 

Dermatologist Consultation

 

Milia Removal

Clear Complexions Clinic is now very excited to offer its clients the Clinical Skin Clear Probe. This probe uses radio-vaporization, a combination of high frequency and radio frequency to treat these minor (but very irritating) skin irregularities without penetrating the skin’s surface. These frequencies are attracted to liquids on the surface or inside the skin irregularity gently denaturing the skin proteins. The lesion will apppear white or slightly grey almost immediately after the probe is applied.

The Clinical Skin Clear Probe treatments are quick and tolerable, with most people likening the sensation to a warm pin prick. Small skin tags and blood spots disappear immediately and milia and clogged pores take only seconds. Some larger lesions may require multiple treatments but improvement is seen after each treatment.

We recommend the small dry scab that occurs be allowed to stay in place as the healing is so much faster and more complete.

Skin tags, sebaceous hyperplasia, milia, fibromas, angiomas, cholesterol deposits and clogged pores are no longer issues you need to ‘live with’. We are already seeing the physical, not to mention confidence improvements.

“So many of our clients are delighted that we can remove those irritating lumps and bumps that they had thought they would have to just live with. It is really rewarding.”Says Suzie.

If you would like to know more about the Clinical Skin Clear Probe or to book a consultation contact a Clear Complexions nurse today.

 

Pigmentation Treatment

Some skin pigmentation is inevitable in the harsh Australian climate. Whether your pigmentation is sun induced or is a result of hormonal activity (melasma/chloasma) it ages your appearance and often erodes your confidence. At Clear Complexions Clinics our nurses have the latest in cutting edge technology and medical grade skincare to remove this pigmentation and turn back the clock, giving you back your clear complexion and helping you to keep it. Our nurses understand this condition thoroughly and will help you achieve the healthiest, clearest skin possible.

 

Psoriasis Treatment

Psoriasis is a non-contagious, inflammatory, immune based skin condition that affects 2.6% of Australians (Cimmino, 2007). It usually affects those with a family history; however, it is possible to develop psoriasis with no obvious family history. Risk factors such as smoking, high alcohol consumption, highly processed foods and stress are also believed to increase the chances of developing the condition in predisposed people.

For those that suffer with psoriasis, it can range from a chronic irritation to a debilitating condition that can impair their everyday lives, causing physical pain but very often psychological and emotional pain too.

As a condition that for most people requires some form of lifelong management, the nurses at Clear Complexions can form a treatment plan to assist your control of flare ups.

There are many topical prescription creams and ointments currently available, many using steroids. These can all be used very effectively for short periods to avoid thinning of the skin. Ultra Violet Light Therapy is also used in more severe, chronic cases, as are immune suppressant drugs.

The infrared light of the Omnilux Plus stimulates the cells essential for destroying bacteria, clearing damaged tissue and building new cells to form healthy new tissue.  This treatment can offer a drug and UV free alternative to help boost the immune function and calm the flare ups that inevitably occur. Omnilux Plus is also able to be used with topical treatments when appropriate.

Contact the nurses at Clear Complexions to book your appointment.

 

Rosacea Treatment

Starting with facial flushing, rosacea usually progresses to persistent redness, thickening of the skin, visible capillaries and then to painful inflammation and raised red bumps. It is embarrassing and very difficult to hide.

Any of the following warning signs is a signal to seek help before the condition becomes increasingly severe:

  • Redness on the cheeks, nose, chin, or forehead
  • Small visible blood vessels on the face
  • Bumps or pimples on the face
  • Watery or irritated eyes.

If you think you have rosacea, then be proactive and get help. The condition gets progressively worse and with no cure available, effective management is essential.

Seek advice on choosing the most appropriate skincare for your rosacea. Get your skincare wrong and you will make the condition worse, but get it right and you can control it.

The good news is there are fantastic treatments available for rapid improvement in redness and dilated capillaries. Lasers and Intense Pulsed Light therapies work by heating up and collapsing the vessels down. Although most clients see a significant improvement in their symptoms following one session, several sessions are usually needed to complete the treatment and maintenance may be required.

Quite often, we see clients who have left their condition too long before seeking treatment and it is difficult to gain control. Left untreated, rosacea can severely damage the skin, leading to dilation of facial capillaries, extreme sensitivity, and thickening of the skin causing a condition called rhinophyma (enlargement of the nose).

If you suspect you may have rosacea then I urge you to seek advice from a skin specialist. Rosacea may not be curable, but it is controllable and with the right advice, you can learn to live with it.

Call to book a consultation with one of our nurses

 

Skin Diagnostics

Being able to view the skin below the surface is a vital part of any consultation. It obviously allows the Doctor/Nurse to see any damage that may not be at the surface yet, and having that knowledge can sometimes alter the choice of treatment they make. The images are also fantastic for the education of the client. Being able to see the extent of sun damage 30 years of sun-worshipping has caused, makes it easier to understand why more than one treatment is required.

 Your Clear Complexions nurse will be looking at your vascular and pigmentation damage as well as the UV damage. This is never good for your self esteem, in fact it can be down-right shattering, but it is better to know and can be a good wake up call to finally take care of your skin.

I can’t stress enough how important this step is in the initial consultation, both for the safety and efficacy of the treatments, so much so that if the clinic you are at does not do this, move on to a better one. It is like having orthopaedic surgery without first having an x-ray!

Taking normal ‘before’ photos is also an important part of any consultative process. I have to say, there is nothing more satisfying than getting out the ‘before’ photos for clients who have completed their treatments. They forget so easily what their skin was like, and it is a real thrill to see how far they have come.

Call to book your consultation with a Clear Complexions nurse today.

 

Skin Tag Removal

Clear Complexions Clinic is now very excited to offer its clients the Clinical Skin Clear Probe. This probe uses radio-vaporization, a combination of high frequency and radio frequency to treat these minor (but very irritating) skin irregularities without penetrating the skin’s surface. These frequencies are attracted to liquids on the surface or inside the skin irregularity gently denaturing the skin proteins. The lesion will apppear white or slightly grey almost immediately after the probe is applied.

The Clinical Skin Clear Probe treatments are quick and tolerable, with most people likening the sensation to a warm pin prick. Small skin tags and blood spots disappear immediately and milia and clogged pores take only seconds. Some larger lesions may require multiple treatments but improvement is seen after each treatment.

We recommend the small dry scab that occurs be allowed to stay in place as the healing is so much faster and more complete. 

Skin tags, sebaceous hyperplasia, milia, fibromas, angiomas, cholesterol deposits and clogged pores are no longer issues you need to ‘live with’. We are already seeing the physical, not to mention confidence improvements.

“So many of our clients are delighted that we can remove those irritating lumps and bumps that they had thought they would have to just live with. It is really rewarding.”Says Suzie.

If you would like to know more about the Clinical Skin Clear Probe or to book a consultation

Beauty Salon Treatments

 

Decolletage Rejuvenation

 

Skin Revitalisation

 

Dermabrasion

 

Facial Rejuvenation

 

Microdermabrasion

Does your skin feel tired and have a flat appearance? Are you suffering breakouts? You may need a Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is used to gently exfoliate the skin. It achieves healthy, beautiful skin by gently removing the outer skin layer of dead skin cells that clog up the pores and give the skin a dull appearance. Microdermabrasion has shown to dramatically improve the texture and appearance of facial skin, and is perfect before a big occasion, for rejuvenation or to prevent breakouts.

Microdermabrasion involves calcium carbonate crystals being blown onto the skin giving the outside layer of skin a heavy exfoliation. Combined with a sucking action, Microdermabrasion dramatically improves circulation and stimulates collagen.

Microdermabrasion will treat a wide variety of skin conditions including fine lines and wrinkles, acne, tired and dull looking skin, blemishes, pigmentation (brown spots), large pores and congested skin.

Any man, woman or teenager interested in improving the look and feel of their skin can have a Microdermabrasion. If you want the healthy glow then this is the treatment for you.

Microdermabrasion is regarded as a ’lunch-time’ procedure as you are able to resume your activities after the treatment. It takes 30-45 mins to perform and is not painful. Number of treatments vary depending on the skin’s condition.

For a wonderful “pick-me-up” treatment or for the control of acne, microdermabrasion delivers a smooth, clear and refreshed appearance.  Call the clinic today to discuss whether this is appropriate for you.

Clear Complexions Clinic - Bruce - Suzie Hoitink founder of Clear Complexions

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Suzie Hoitink is a registered nurse, and founder of the Clear Complexions Clinics. 

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Corner of Thynne Street & Watkin Street, Bruce, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2617Australia