Dermatology Skin Care Specialists

Cosmetic Dermatology

Sky Blue Dermatology Skin Checks and treatments

At Sky Blue Cosmetic Dermatology, treatments by cosmetic dermatologists and nurses are designed according to the individual needs of our patients. Our aim is to achieve a natural and refreshed appearance with the most effective treatments and the least downtime.

The latest addition by our cosmetic dermatologists to our laser devices is the Palomar Icon laser which offers fractional skin resurfacing for facial rejuvenation and acne scar treatment.

Our cosmetic dermatologists use many different techniques to achieve the best outcome for our patients. They have extensive experience in the use of Dysport and Botox, dermal fillers including Restylane and Esthelis, chemical peels, vascular laser treatments, laser resurfacing and laser hair removal. Our approach to cosmetic treatments combines professionalism and technology to achieve natural, safe and optimal outcomes.

Cosmetic services we offer

We Perform a range of Cosmetic Procedures in our Sydney clinic:

Chemical peels for facial rejuvenation.
Laser and IPL treatment for sun damage, capillaries and facial rejuvenation.
Permanent hair removal.
Botulinum toxin injections for softening of frown and smile lines.
Filler injections for restoring more youthful facial contours.
Fractional non-ablative laser skin resurfacing for facial rejuvenation & acne scar treatment.
Fractional ablative laser treatment for deeper resurfacing.
Kleresca BioPhotonic acne treatment

Our Laser and IPL Devices

Icon System - MaxG IPL and 1540/2940nm fractional lasers
Cutera excel V 532/1064nm lasers - for vascular and pigmented skin lesions
Candela Vbeam laser
Vectus diode laser - hair removal laser
Candela GentleLase - hair removal laser

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What our customers are saying

Cosmetic Dermatology Patient,

On Friday 17th June I came to you for help with my unsightly sun spots on my face. Within a week all had cleared up and the result is absolutely astounding. Never did I imagine my skin could ever look like this. I am so thrilled and grateful. can't stop looking at myself in the mirror !!!! Really, my skin looks better than most 25 year olds and I'm almost 64 and I want to thank you so very much for giving me the confidence to be seen in public without makeup for first time in about 25 years. Words cannot express the incredible results. Thank you all so very very much!!!

Meet Your Skyblue Team

At Sky Blue Dermatology in Sydney, you know your skin is in safe hands. Each dermatologist at our practice has had many years of study and experience behind them and bring their unique field of interest and expertise to the team.

Robert McDonald

BMed (Hons), BSc, MMed, FACD

Robert McDonald BMed (Hons), BSc, MMed, FACD, studied medicine at Newcastle University and has obtained a Masters Degree in skin cancer research. He became a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists in 1995. Since then he has worked in private practice in Sydney and established Sky Blue Dermatology in 2000. Robert is also a visiting medical officer at St.Vincent's Hospital, Darlinghurst.
Emma Starritt

BSc, phD, MBBS, FACD

Emma Starritt BSc, phD, MBBS, FACD, graduated from Medicine at the University of Sydney in 2002. She also has a PhD, having completed research at the prestigious Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, and also in Canada. She has published a number of papers on the subject of malignant melanoma. Dr. Starritt is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. Her areas of interest include general adult and paediatric dermatology, the management of skin caners and cosmetic dermatology.
Carly Heckendorf

Registered Nurse - Specialist in cosmetic treatments

Carly is an energetic registered nurse. She has been an RN for 15 years, working in London and Sydney, in acute care and dermatology settings.

Carly was the president of the Sydney University Nursing Society while in her undergraduate years which supported student nurses socially and academically.

She has completed a graduate certificate of Emergency Nursing and has a thirst for continuing education and professional development.

Carly has 8 years experience working in cosmetic dermatology in reputable dermatology practices in Sydney.

Carly lives with her husband and toddler son in the Sutherland Shire. She enjoys spending time with her family doing bushwalks and weekend getaways.

Carly is the secretariat support for the Australian College of Nursing Cosmetic Nursing Community of Interest.

Carly is excited about the future of Cosmetic Nursing and to see the future of this emerging nursing specialty.