Skincare Consultations in Miami, FL

A Skincare Plan Built Just for You

A skincare consultation starts with a full picture of your skin: a history of current and past products, previous treatments, and skincare goals, followed by a hands-on evaluation of the skin itself. Chloe Goldman, MD, FAAD, may also use the Visia^® machine as one part of this evaluation — an imaging tool that captures detail beyond what a mirror or clinical exam alone can show — before building a plan tailored to your specific skin.

Skin Imaging as a Supplementary Tool

For patients who could benefit from additional detail, the Visia^® machine provides magnified imaging that can reveal sun damage, pore size, texture, and pigmentation patterns not visible under normal lighting or to the naked eye. It's used alongside a full clinical evaluation and standard photography — not as a replacement for either — giving Dr. Goldman another data point to inform her recommendations when it's useful for a particular patient or concern.

What a Skincare Plan Typically Includes

A dermatologist-recommended skincare plan is built from a patient's history, skin type, and specific goals — whether that's managing acne, addressing early signs of aging, or simply optimizing an already healthy routine. Recommendations often include a mix of cleansers, active ingredients such as retinoids or antioxidants, and daily sun protection, tailored specifically to what the evaluation reveals rather than a generic starter kit. Dr. Chloe Goldman effectively combines high-end skincare and drugstore products, as well as prescriptions when necessary, into a seamless and effective plan.

Tracking Progress Over Time

Follow-up visits often include comparing new photos with a patient's baseline, offering an objective way to see whether pigmentation, texture, or pore appearance has improved — not just a subjective impression. When appropriate, Visia^® imaging can add another layer of detail to that comparison.

Who Benefits From a Skincare Consultation

First-time skincare patients

Starting a new skincare routine for the first time and wanting expert guidance from the outset.

Patients overwhelmed by conflicting advice

Sorting through contradictory advice found online, on social media, or from well-meaning friends and family.

Patients preparing for another treatment

Getting ready for a peel, laser session, or similar procedure that benefits from an accurate baseline understanding of the skin first.

Why See a Dermatologist Instead of a Retail Skincare Counter

Retail skincare consultants can recommend products, but they can’t assess whether an underlying skin condition is contributing to a patient’s concern or whether a specific ingredient might irritate a particular skin type. Dr. Chloe Goldman’s medical background means a skincare consultation can catch issues, such as early rosacea, undiagnosed dermatitis, or sun damage, that a purely cosmetic recommendation may miss entirely. Furthermore, as a board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Chloe Goldman can combine prescription treatments unavailable at your local skincare retail counter.

FAQ

How is the Visia^® machine different from just looking in a mirror?

When used as part of an evaluation, the Visia^® captures detailed, magnified images that reveal sun damage, pore size, texture irregularities, and pigmentation patterns not visible to the naked eye under normal lighting conditions. This imaging can detect early changes well before they’d be visible to a patient, sometimes years in advance of any outward sign — though it’s just one tool used alongside a full clinical evaluation.

How often should I come in for a skincare follow-up?

Most patients benefit from a follow-up every 6 to 12 months to track measurable progress and adjust their routine as skin changes with the seasons, age, hormones, or new treatments introduced over time. Patients actively working on a specific concern, such as early pigmentation or persistent texture issues, sometimes return sooner to check progress more closely and fine-tune their plan.

Is a skincare consultation necessary before starting other treatments?

It’s not required, but it’s a genuinely useful starting point, since understanding your baseline skin health helps guide decisions about peels, lasers, or other treatments with far more precision and confidence. It’s also important to have proper skincare in place to prep your skin prior to a procedure, aid your skin in its post-procedure recovery, and maintain results.

Will my skincare routine include prescription products?

Depending on your skin’s specific needs and goals, Dr. Chloe Goldman may recommend prescription-strength options alongside over-the-counter products as part of a more complete, well-rounded routine. This combination is common for patients managing active acne, rosacea, and melasma, which is particularly common in Miami, FL given the constant heat and UV exposure.