ELARA DERMATOLOGY · MUMBAI
Evidence-led dermatology and aesthetic care, practised with precision and an unusual amount of attentiveness — for skin that's examined properly, not guessed at.
Consultation-first
Every plan begins with an examination, not a menu.
“We don't prescribe before we've properly looked.”
— Dr. Ananya Rao, Lead Dermatologist
Areas of Practice
Every category below begins the same way — with a consultation. What follows depends entirely on what we find.
Addresses: Eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, fungal and bacterial skin infections, mole & lesion checks, patch testing.
Suitable for: Anyone with a persistent, recurring or unexplained skin concern.
Overview: Consultations begin with a full skin history and examination, using dermoscopy where relevant, before any treatment plan is proposed.
Addresses: Pigmentation, vascular redness, unwanted hair, sun damage, mild textural scarring.
Suitable for: Those seeking a longer-term, technology-led approach under clinical supervision.
Overview: Devices and settings are selected per skin type following a Fitzpatrick assessment and patch test.
Addresses: Fine lines, volume loss, skin laxity, tired-looking skin.
Suitable for: Patients who want refinement rather than obvious change.
Overview: Every plan is built around facial anatomy and proportion, discussed fully before any treatment.
Addresses: Thinning hair, scalp irritation, patterned hair loss, postpartum shedding.
Suitable for: Anyone noticing a change in hair density or scalp comfort.
Overview: Includes trichoscopy and, where indicated, a staged, long-term treatment approach.
Addresses: Active acne, cystic breakouts, post-acne marks, textured scarring.
Suitable for: Teenage and adult acne, at any stage of severity.
Overview: Plans typically combine topical, in-clinic and, where appropriate, energy-based approaches.
Addresses: Barrier damage, sensitivity, dehydration, general skin maintenance.
Suitable for: Anyone building a sustainable, evidence-led skincare routine.
Overview: Consultations focus on ingredients, sequencing and realistic, sustainable habits.
Guided Discovery
Choose whatever feels closest — this isn't a diagnosis, just a starting point for your consultation.
Our Consultants
Every consultation at Elara is led by a qualified, practising dermatologist — never delegated to non-clinical staff.
MBBS, MD (Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy)
Lead Consultant Dermatologist
Trained across Mumbai's leading teaching hospitals before founding Elara's clinical programme. Particular interest in inflammatory skin conditions, and a firm belief that most good outcomes start with an unhurried first consultation.
Consult Dr. Rao →
MBBS, MD, PG Dip. Aesthetic Medicine
Head of Aesthetic & Laser
Leads Elara's laser and injectable programmes, with a practice built on restraint — favouring subtle, staged treatment over dramatic change. Trains regularly on emerging device technology.
Consult Dr. Malhotra →
MBBS, MD (Dermatology), Fellowship in Trichology
Hair & Scalp Lead
Focuses on hair and scalp disorders, from pattern thinning to inflammatory scalp conditions, combining trichoscopic diagnosis with practical, long-term treatment planning.
Consult Dr. Fernandes →
MBBS, MS, Fellowship in Dermatosurgery
Acne, Scarring & Procedural Dermatology
Specialises in acne, post-acne scarring and minor dermatological procedures, with a focus on combination treatment plans tailored to skin type and severity.
Consult Dr. Mehta →The Clinic
Elara was designed as a clinical space first: private consultation rooms, proper diagnostic equipment and unhurried appointment times — with the aesthetic experience built around that, rather than the other way round. Every treatment plan begins with a conversation, not a price list.
Reception
Consultation room
Treatment room
Materials & formulations
Private suite
How It Works
An unhurried first conversation with a consultant dermatologist about your skin, history and concerns.
A clinical examination — and where relevant, dermoscopy, trichoscopy or diagnostic testing.
A treatment plan built around what was actually found, explained clearly, with options and timelines.
Delivered in private treatment rooms, at a pace appropriate to your skin and the plan agreed.
Every plan includes a review appointment to assess progress and adjust course where needed.
What To Expect
We don't publish before-and-afters, and we won't promise a specific outcome before we've examined your skin. What we can promise is a clear, personalised plan, explained properly, with realistic expectations set from the very first visit.
Your treatment plan is tailored after consultation.Book a Consultation
The Skin Journal
Short, evidence-led reading on the questions we're asked most in consultation.
Why barrier function is the foundation most routines get backwards, and how to tell if yours needs support.
The signs that over-the-counter products won't be enough, and what a clinical acne plan actually involves.
Fitzpatrick typing, patch tests and realistic timelines — what actually happens before any device touches your skin.
Fewer products, better sequencing: a dermatologist's take on what a routine really needs.
Melasma, sun spots and post-inflammatory marks aren't the same condition — and they don't respond to the same treatment.
Shedding, thinning and scalp irritation explained — and when it's worth seeing a trichology-trained dermatologist.
Good to Know
Can't find what you're looking for? Send us a message and we'll get back to you directly.
Use the enquiry form below, call the clinic directly, or message us on WhatsApp. We'll confirm your appointment slot within 24 hours.
A list of products you currently use, any medication you're taking, and previous test results or dermatology records if relevant to your concern.
First consultations typically run 30–45 minutes, allowing time for a full history, examination and unhurried discussion of options.
That depends entirely on an in-person examination. We don't recommend specific treatments before a consultation, and we'd be cautious of any clinic that does.
Yes — a follow-up review is built into every treatment plan, so your consultant can assess progress and adjust course if needed.
Yes. Assessments and device settings, where relevant, are always calibrated to individual skin type rather than a one-size approach.
Get Started
Tell us a little about what's going on, and preferred way to be seen. A member of our clinical coordination team will confirm your appointment.
