Skin Elasticity

Skin elasticity refers to the skin’s ability to stretch and return to its original form, a key marker of its health and structure. At Shellharbour Skin, our Consultations for Skin Elasticity provide a medically supervised environment to explore how the skin changes over time and to discuss safe, evidence-based approaches that may support its natural resilience.

This consultation is educational, designed to help you understand why and how changes in elasticity occur rather than to promote a specific treatment outcome.

Understanding Skin Elasticity

Skin elasticity depends on the balance and integrity of three main structural components:

• Collagen – provides strength and firmness.
• Elastin – allows the skin to stretch and return to shape.
• Hyaluronic acid – supports hydration and flexibility.

As part of the natural ageing process, production of these substances gradually decreases.

Environmental factors such as UV exposure, pollution, stress, nutrition, and smoking can accelerate this process. Over time, these changes can contribute to visible differences in the skin’s tone, texture, and ability to recover after movement or stretching.

During your consultation, your clinician will explain these mechanisms in detail and discuss professional, non-surgical approaches that can help support your skin’s natural repair and structure.

Your Consultation at Shellharbour Skin

A consultation for skin elasticity is a comprehensive, discussion-based appointment that focuses on your individual skin characteristics and goals.
 Your clinician will:

• Review your medical and treatment history, including medications, allergies, and previous aesthetic procedures.
• Assess your skin type, hydration, and texture in key areas such as the face, neck, or décolletage.
• Discuss how intrinsic ageing and lifestyle factors influence elasticity.
• Explore scientifically supported methods for supporting the skin’s structure, such as hydration-focused approaches and collagen-stimulating techniques.
• Provide time for you to ask questions or raise any concerns before considering next steps.

No procedure is performed during this initial consultation. Any management plan is developed only after a suitability assessment and informed consent.

Educational Discussion: Approaches for Supporting Skin Elasticity

Educational Discussion: Approaches for Supporting Skin Elasticity

Your clinician may provide educational information about various professional approaches that can support the skin’s natural function.

These discussions are factual and focused on helping you understand available evidence-based options.

This may include discussion of:

• Hydration-focused treatments that enhance the skin barrier and moisture retention.
• Stimulation-based modalities, such as energy-assisted or manual techniques, that encourage natural collagen production.
• Professional-grade skincare that complements in-clinic recommendations.
• Prescription-only medicines, which can only be discussed under medical supervision following assessment by a qualified prescriber.

Examples of energy-assisted treatments that may be discussed include:

Alma Hybrid CO₂ Laser –  a fractional CO₂ laser that delivers controlled energy to the skin’s surface and deeper layers. It may be discussed as part of a clinical plan for supporting overall skin quality and structure

Laser Genesis – a non-ablative laser that gently delivers heat to the dermis. It is sometimes discussed as an option to assist in maintaining even skin texture and dermal vitality.

Microneedling – a controlled technique that creates precise micro-channels in the skin to stimulate the body’s natural repair processes.

Ultraformer HIFU – a focused ultrasound device that delivers energy to deeper layers of the skin. It may be discussed as a non-surgical option for supporting the skin’s underlying structure.

These technologies are discussed in an educational context only. Your clinician will determine whether any are suitable for you based on your medical history, skin type, and overall goals.

Aftercare and Review

Following your session, your clinician will provide personalised aftercare guidance, which may include:

• Avoiding makeup and strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
• Pausing active skincare products for several days.
• Avoiding skin treatments such as peels, needling, or massage for several weeks.
• Protecting your skin from direct sun exposure.
• Keeping your head elevated for several hours post-session.

A review is generally recommended 2–6 weeks later to discuss your experience and plan ongoing care if needed. Your clinician may suggest periodic review consultations to ensure continued safety and satisfaction.

Cost and Planning

Consultation fees vary depending on your individual plan and the areas discussed.

If a professional approach is recommended and you choose to proceed, your clinician will outline associated costs before any service takes place.

Many structured plans involve an initial session and a review session spaced 4–6 weeks apart, as discussed during consultation.

Important Information

• Shellharbour Skin provides educational consultations in line with AHPRA and TGA advertising standards.
• We do not advertise, name, or promote prescription-only products or brand names.
• All services are performed under medical supervision.
• Individual suitability and experience vary.
• This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.

Practitioner Transparency

Consultations and skin treatments at Shellharbour Skin are provided by a multidisciplinary clinical team:

Dermal Clinicians – qualified skin professionals who are not registered under AHPRA but hold tertiary qualifications in dermal science or dermal therapies. They provide skin treatments and consultations within their professional scope and under clinical supervision.

Registered Nurses – AHPRA-registered health practitioners who perform skin and aesthetic treatments within their clinical training and scope of practice.

Medical Practitioners – AHPRA-registered doctors experienced in skin health and aesthetic medicine who oversee and support all clinical services.

All treatments are undertaken within a medically supervised environment, ensuring that each patient pathway is reviewed for clinical suitability, safety, and evidence-based care. You can verify registration for medical practitioners and nurses at ahpra.gov.au