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Online Acne Consultation

Online acne consultations with a consultant dermatologist

A one-to-one video consultation with Dr Magnus Lynch, Consultant Dermatologist, from wherever you are in the UK, within days. Assessment, diagnosis and prescription treatment for all types of acne, including options such as spironolactone that GPs often cannot prescribe.

Who this service suits: you have tried over-the-counter products, online subscriptions or GP treatment without lasting results, and want a specialist opinion on what to do next.

Please note: isotretinoin (Roaccutane) cannot be started online due to UK regulation. If you wish to consider isotretinoin, please book an in-person consultation - follow-up can then continue online.
Fixed fee: £220

Specialist acne care, from home. Share photos of your skin beforehand, talk to Dr Lynch by video, and start treatment that goes beyond what you can buy over the counter.

4.9 / 5 from 108 verified reviews of Dr Magnus Lynch on Doctify

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Dr Magnus Lynch, Harley Street Consultant Dermatologist.

Why choose Revessa for acne treatment?

Expert care

Consultant Dermatologist

Every consultation is with Dr Magnus Lynch, a Harley Street Consultant Dermatologist.

Clear diagnosis

Understand your skin

Hormonal, adult-onset, back and chest acne, and scarring each respond to different treatments. The starting point is an accurate diagnosis.

Prescription access

Access to specialist treatments

Dr Lynch can assess your suitability for treatments such as spironolactone - options that GPs and subscription skincare services often cannot initiate. Isotretinoin can be started at an in-person consultation.

Transparent pricing

Fixed fee: £220

The fee covers your consultation and a written treatment plan. Medication and any blood tests are charged separately. There is no subscription and no ongoing commitment - repeat prescriptions are £30 once your treatment is settled.

What we can offer

Topical treatments

Including prescription-strength retinoids, antibiotics, and combination creams to target blackheads, whiteheads, and inflammatory spots.

Oral antibiotics

Courses of oral antibiotics for moderate to severe acne to reduce inflammation and bacterial overgrowth.

Skin care and scarring prevention

Advice on cosmeceuticals such as retinol and azelaic acid, pigmentation control, and steps to prevent or minimise long-term scarring.

Want to read more first? Explore our guide to acne treatments.

What to expect

Dr Lynch will go through your history, previous treatments and skincare routine, then discuss which options make sense for you. Your plan is confirmed in writing after the consultation, with prescriptions where appropriate.

Photo quality matters: well-lit, in-focus images (ideally natural light, no make-up) help ensure accurate advice and treatment.

If the diagnosis is unclear, it may be better to attend an in-person consultation - examining the skin directly can make assessment easier.

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How it works

1. Book online

Request your appointment and complete a short questionnaire. We confirm your time, usually within one working day.

2. Meet Dr Lynch by video

Share photos of your skin beforehand, then discuss your history and treatment goals with Dr Lynch.

3. Start your treatment plan

Your plan is confirmed in writing, with prescriptions where appropriate and blood tests arranged if needed. Follow-up is available as your skin improves. Isotretinoin can only be started in person.

Frequently asked questions

Who will I see for my consultation?

Your consultation is with Dr Magnus Lynch, a Harley Street Consultant Dermatologist (GMC-registered).

Can you prescribe isotretinoin (Roaccutane)?

Isotretinoin can only be started at an in-person consultation due to UK regulation. Once treatment is established, follow-up can continue online with Dr Lynch, providing you are tolerating treatment well. Read more about isotretinoin for acne.

Do I need blood tests?

Not everyone does. Some medicines (for example spironolactone) require blood tests. Your own NHS GP may be willing to do these; alternatively we can arrange blood tests in Central London.

How quickly can I be seen and start treatment?

Appointments are available within a few days. There is no referral or waiting list. Most patients receive their plan and prescription on the day of the consultation; some treatments need blood tests first.

Is online suitable if I’m not sure what I have?

That is completely fine - reaching a clear diagnosis is part of the consultation. If the diagnosis remains unclear from photographs and video, Dr Lynch may recommend an in-person consultation, as examining the skin directly can make assessment easier.

Can you issue NHS prescriptions?

No. NHS prescriptions cannot be issued from a private consultation, so the pharmacy charges for medication. Costs vary by medicine and are usually higher than the NHS prescription charge.

What does it cost?

Online acne consultations with Dr Lynch are a fixed fee of £220. Medication, blood tests and follow-up are charged separately.

What types of acne are not suitable?

The most effective treatment for severe nodulocystic acne is isotretinoin, which cannot be started online. If this applies to you, an in-person consultation is the right starting point - follow-up can then continue online.

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Consultations with Dr Magnus Lynch - online from anywhere in the UK or in person in Central London.

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