Private Dermatologist & Skin Treatment Prices UK 2026
We do not yet track a published price for private dermatology in the UK, so this page states none rather than an estimate. It describes what each treatment involves, the NHS and private routes, and where the clinics are: 179 dermatology and skin-surgery locations from 37 operators are listed in our clinic directory, built from the CQC register and operators' own pages.
No published dermatology price is tracked yet
None of this site’s price readers covers dermatology, so no treatment below carries a figure. A price will appear here only once it can be read from a provider’s own page, with the source and date beside it. Until then, the dermatology clinic directory lists 179 locations from 37 operators, each linked to the page that places it.
Treatments
Dermatologist Consultation
No published price tracked yet
A face-to-face appointment with a consultant dermatologist — a doctor specialising in skin, hair, and nail conditions — for diagnosis and a treatment plan.
May include dermoscopy and prescriptions. Ask how long the appointment is and what it includes.
Mole Check / Mapping
No published price tracked yet
Full-body mole examination using a dermoscope (magnified light) and digital photography to map and monitor moles for changes over time.
Baseline images allow comparison at future checks.
Mole Removal
No published price tracked yet
Surgical excision or shave removal of a mole under local anaesthetic. The removed tissue is sent for histology (lab analysis) to check for abnormal cells.
Ask whether histology is included. Cosmetic mole removal is not available on the NHS.
Skin Tag Removal
No published price tracked yet
Removal of benign skin tags using cryotherapy (freezing), cauterisation (heat), or snip excision. Quick outpatient procedure.
Multiple tags can be treated in one session. Not available on the NHS.
Acne Consultation + Treatment Plan
No published price tracked yet
Specialist assessment of acne severity and type, followed by a personalised treatment plan which may include prescription treatment.
May require follow-up appointments for medication monitoring.
Eczema / Psoriasis Specialist
No published price tracked yet
Specialist diagnosis and management of chronic inflammatory skin conditions. May include patch testing for contact dermatitis, and a treatment plan.
Ongoing management plan. Severe cases may qualify for specialist treatment.
Skin Cancer Screening
No published price tracked yet
Full-body skin check using dermoscopy to identify suspicious lesions. If anything concerning is found, an urgent biopsy and referral pathway is initiated.
Often advised for people at higher risk (fair skin, many moles, family history).
Cyst / Lipoma Removal
No published price tracked yet
Minor surgical procedure under local anaesthetic to remove a sebaceous cyst (fluid-filled sac) or lipoma (fatty lump) from under the skin.
Day-case procedure. Ask whether histology is included.
Online Dermatology Consultation
No published price tracked yet
Photo-based skin assessment reviewed by a clinician. You upload images of your skin concern and receive a diagnosis and treatment plan.
Used for conditions such as acne, rosacea and pigmentation. Not suitable for mole checks.
Providers
Circle Health Group (formerly BMI Healthcare)
Private hospital group with consultant dermatologists.
- Type
- Hospitals
Harley Street Dermatology Clinic
Consultant-led dermatology practice.
- Type
- London
Provider website not yet verified.
Sk:n Clinics
Skin clinic chain: mole checks, skin tags, acne and laser treatments.
- Type
- Clinic chain
The Dermatology Partnership
Network of consultant dermatologist clinics.
- Type
- Specialist clinics
The Private Clinic
Specialist clinics including skin lesion removal.
- Type
- London + regional
Should you go private or use the NHS?
NHS route
NHS dermatology is free via GP referral. Routine waits can run to several months. Suspected skin cancer is seen urgently under the fast-track pathway. NHS dermatologists provide the same clinical standard but with limited appointment flexibility.
Typical wait: Varies by area (routine referral)
Private route
Same-day or next-day appointments. Choose your provider. No referral needed in most cases.
Typical wait: 24 hours – 1 week
When private dermatology makes sense
You need a faster diagnosis
Private dermatologists can often see you sooner. Useful for conditions causing significant distress or uncertainty about a mole or skin lesion.
You want ongoing acne or eczema management
Online dermatology services offer personalised treatment plans with regular clinician review, without waiting for NHS appointments.
You want a full mole check
Private mole mapping uses digital dermoscopy to photograph and track every mole. NHS typically only examines specific moles of concern.
You need cosmetic skin procedures
Skin tag removal, benign mole removal for cosmetic reasons, and cyst removal are rarely available on the NHS. Private clinics offer these routinely.
What to check before booking
- ✓Check if your GP can refer you urgently (fast-track pathway for suspected cancer)
- ✓Ask whether the consultation fee includes a treatment plan
- ✓Confirm histology costs are included in mole removal pricing
- ✓Check if follow-up appointments are included or charged separately
- ✓For online services, confirm what the clinician can and cannot treat remotely
Questions to ask a provider
- ?Is the dermatologist a consultant or registrar?
- ?Does the mole removal price include histology?
- ?How many follow-up appointments are included?
- ?What happens if something suspicious is found during screening?
Frequently asked questions
How much is a private dermatologist in the UK?
How much does mole removal cost privately?
Are online dermatology services worth it?
How long is the NHS wait for a dermatologist?
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Sources & further reading
- NICE — Acne vulgaris: management (NG198) — Clinical guideline on acne treatment and referral criteria
- British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) — Patient information on skin conditions, treatment options, and finding a consultant dermatologist
- NHS — Skin conditions — NHS guidance on common skin conditions, when to see a GP, and NHS referral pathways
- CQC — Regulation of skin clinics — Care Quality Commission registration requirements for clinics providing skin treatments
- MHRA — Cosmetic and beauty product regulation — MHRA regulation of cosmetic products and treatments including laser and light-based therapies
About prices on this page
No dermatology price has yet been read from a provider’s own page, so none is shown. The clinic directory records where each clinic is and who runs it, from the CQC register and operators’ own pages (built 5 October 2026). Lists are alphabetical. We do not accept payment for inclusion.
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