Skincare Consultations
Skin Concierge
WHAT WE OFFER
Personalised skincare guidance, built around your skin.
If you have skin of colour, you have probably received skincare advice that was not designed with your skin in mind. Generic routines. Products that caused unexpected reactions. Concerns that were dismissed or misunderstood.
DAO skin consultations are different. Every session is delivered virtually by a formally trained aesthetician, skincare educator and a medical doctor with over a decade of experience in skin of colour education. You leave with a clear, evidence-based skincare plan built specifically for your skin, not a generic one-size-fits-all routine.
All skin consultations are virtual and available to clients across the UK.
CHOOSE YOUR CONSULTATION
Three ways to work with DAO Skincare
Skin Check-In
£45 per session
- Focused review of one specific skin concern
- 2–3 evidence-based product recommendations
- Written email summary after your session
Best for: Returning clients and straightforward follow-up questions
Full Skin Consultation
£65 per session
- Full skin history and comprehensive assessment.
- Personalised skincare routine plan.
- Evidence-based skincare product recommendations.
- Written protocol report, including treatment plan to keep.
- One follow-up email included
Best for: New clients, complex or persistent skin concerns
MOST POPULAR
Transformation Package
£245 per package
- Full initial consultation (60 minutes)
- Two follow-up sessions included (30 minutes each)
- Tailored skin protocol updated at each session
- WhatsApp check-ins between sessions
- Progress tracking throughout
Best for: Hyperpigmentation journeys, acne management, clients committed to long-term skin health
What we focus on
DAO Skincare consultations are designed around the skin concerns most commonly experienced by people with skin of colour.
If your concern is not listed here, please get in touch, we are happy to advise whether a consultation is right for you.
EMAIL US: hello@daoskincare.com
Conditions
• Hyperpigmentation and dark spots
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, dark patches left after injury or inflammation
• Acne
• Eczema and sensitive skin
• Uneven skin tone and dullness
• Dry skin and compromised skin barrier
• SPF and photoprotection
• Skincare routine building from scratch
• Ingredient education; understanding what works and why
• Razor bumps and pseudofolliculitis barbae
How it works
Simple, clear, personal.
Step 1: Book your consultation
Choose the consultation that suits your needs and select a time that works for you. All sessions are conducted virtually, no travel, no waiting rooms. You receive a confirmation and intake form immediately after booking.
Step 2: Complete your intake form
Before your session you will receive a short intake form covering your skin history, current concerns, products you are using, and your goals. This allows us to prepare thoroughly for your session so your time is used well.
Step 3: Your consultation
Your session is conducted via video call. We cover your skin history, assess your concerns in detail, and discuss the evidence behind different approaches. You leave the call with clarity about your skin and a clear next step.
Step 4: Your written protocol
After your consultation you receive a written skin protocol. Your personalised routine, product recommendations, and next steps, all grounded in evidence. For Full Consultations and Transformation Packages, one follow-up email is included to answer any questions once you have started your new routine.
what clients say
Real results. Real clients.
Dolly, Google Review ★★★★★
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Is a DAO consultation right for you?
Personalised consultations for your skin.
- You have skin of colour and want evidence-based skincare guidance
- You are overwhelmed by conflicting skincare advice and want clarity
- You have a persistent concern with hyperpigmentation, acne, dullness and want a structured plan
- You want personalised product recommendations, not generic suggestions
- You are starting your skincare journey and want to get it right from the beginning
This consultation is not:
- A medical consultation or dermatology appointment
- A substitute for seeing a GP or consultant dermatologist for a medical concern
- A full prescription service, all recommendations are for cosmetic skincare products and limited prescription products
If anything discussed during your consultation suggests a medical concern, you will be referred to an appropriate healthcare professional.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your questions, answered.
Who is the consultation with?
Your consultation is with Dr Dominique Dao, founder of DAO Skincare, formally trained aesthetician, and doctor in dermatology training with over a decade of experience in skin of colour education. All sessions are conducted personally by Dominique.
How does a virtual consultation work?
After booking you will receive a confirmation and a short intake form. On the day of your consultation, you will join a video call via a secure link. The session runs for the duration you have booked. Afterwards you receive your written protocol by email.
What skin concerns can you help with?
DAO consultations focus on cosmetic skincare concerns common in skin of colour, including hyperpigmentation, post-inflammatory pigmentation, acne marks, uneven skin tone, dullness, dry or compromised skin barrier, and routine building. If your concern may require medical assessment, you will be referred to a GP or consultant dermatologist.
Do you prescribe skincare products?
Yes, we provide a limited skincare prescribing service for clients who have booked one of the skin consultation services. Most product recommendations are for evidence-based cosmetic over-the-counter skincare.
I never had a skincare consultation before. Where do I start?
Start with the Full Skin Consultation. It covers your full skin history, current concerns, and goals. It gives you a complete written protocol to take away. It is designed specifically for people who want a thorough, structured starting point.
What is the difference between the Full Consultation and the Transformation Package?
The Full Consultation is a single 60-minute session with a written protocol and one follow-up email. The Transformation Package is three sessions over 12 weeks with WhatsApp check-ins and progress tracking throughout. One 60 minutes session and two 30 minutes sessions. The package is designed for clients working on a longer-term skin concern, particularly hyperpigmentation and acne, who want consistent, ongoing support rather than a one-off session.
Can I book if I am not based in London?
consultations are virtual and available to clients across the UK and Europe.
What happens if I need to cancel or reschedule?
Cancellations made 7 or more days before your appointment are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days are eligible for rescheduling only. Please email hello@daoskincare.com to reschedule at least 1 hour before your appointment.
Ready to understand your skin properly?
Book a virtual skin consultation with DAO Skincare. Evidence-based. Personalised. Built around your skin.
Not sure which consultation is right for you? Email us at hello@daoskincare.com and we will help you choose.
Ready when you are.
Make An Appointment
Book a consultation. Evidence-based, culturally competent, and personal to you.
Our location
7 Lion Yard
Clapham
SW4 7NQ
Opening Hours
Sat: 9am - 2pm
Contact
Email: hello@daoskincare.com