Victorian Cosmetic Institute

Victorian Cosmetic Institute Cosmetic medical clinic in Melbourne. Providers of wrinkle reduction treatments, skin rejuvenation, laser skin treatments and skincare.

Ph 1300 863 824 to book your consultation. VCI cosmetic doctors and nurses have been personally selected and trained by Dr Gavin Chan. Clinics in Lower Templestowe, Berwick & Beaumaris.

Most treatments target only what you can see, not what’s actually ageing.As time passes:▪️ Bone provides less support▪️ ...
14/04/2026

Most treatments target only what you can see, not what’s actually ageing.

As time passes:

▪️ Bone provides less support
▪️ Fat pads shift and descend
▪️ Muscles lose tone
▪️ Skin begins to thin and lose elasticity

What you see on the surface is a reflection of everything happening beneath, which is why treating a single layer often falls short.

Many treatments are marketed to restore volume, improve skin laxity and crepey texture, soften wrinkles, boost hydration, and stimulate collagen.

But what does that actually mean for your skin, and which layers are really being treated?

Real, lasting results come from understanding how these layers work together and treating the face as a whole.

Are you treating the right layer, or just the most obvious one?

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📞 Phone 1300 863 824 to book your consultation and receive a personalised skin assessment and treatment plan.

02/04/2026

This is what an intentional cosmetic consultation looks like.

We believe better outcomes start with understanding, not assumptions.

That’s why every patient journey includes Visia skin analysis, Vectra imaging, and standardised photography, allowing us to assess, track, and personalise every treatment.

Combined with in-depth assessment and advanced technology, our approach is conservative, considered, and focused on long-term outcomes.

No trends. No overfilling. No guesswork. Just precision, guided by measurement.

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What an amazing information evening we had on ultherapy! Dr Catherine Law and Dr Gavin Chan led an open and honest discu...
30/03/2026

What an amazing information evening we had on ultherapy! Dr Catherine Law and Dr Gavin Chan led an open and honest discussion about the procedure, including the potential benefits, downsides and limitations.

We believe strongly in patient education and we will be holding more of these nights on different topics in the future, so please follow us so you can be informed of these upcoming events!

Ultherapy education night at VCI. Dr Catherine Law and Dr Gavin Chan present insights about ultherapy. A good reminder t...
19/03/2026

Ultherapy education night at VCI.
Dr Catherine Law and Dr Gavin Chan present insights about ultherapy. A good reminder that technology alone isn't the treatment. It's how you assess, measure and apply it.

At VCI we use Vectra 3d imaging, visia skin analysis and high definition photography to monitor your treatment results and progress.

We will be holding more of these kind of information nights at our clinic on various topics...

Make sure you follow us and we'll remind you on the page when they are coming.

16/03/2026

At VCI we always start with skin quality first.
In cosmetic medicine we’ve become very used to seeing instant transformations. If something doesn’t dramatically change a face straight away, people often assume it isn’t working.
But many of the most important treatments don’t work like that.
Emfusion helps deliver regenerative ingredients into the skin through controlled micro-channels, supporting hydration, repair, and overall skin health.
The goal isn’t transformation.
It’s better skin over time.

This is filler. It is injected into our faces.Millions of treatments are done worldwide. Often indiscriminately. Yes the...
21/02/2026

This is filler.
It is injected into our faces.
Millions of treatments are done worldwide.
Often indiscriminately.

Yes there is a place for it. But possibly not as much of a place for it as we (patients and practitioners) may like to think.

I fill the face last.
I do everything else possible to address skin quality first, as this is where you can get the most improvement in one's appearance.

Only then should we consider volumising. Not before.

19/12/2025

From our YouTube video on 'why I stopped filling test troughs'

Remember that tear troughs in many cases are a normal part of the anatomy and should not be filled.

10/12/2025

Is your botulinum toxin making you immune to it?

Find out why this is an ethical question.

Dr. Gavin Chan (MBBS, General Registration MED00001175745)

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Three months after co2 laser resurfacing, you can already see changes in her skin. Texture looks smoother, fine lines ap...
04/12/2025

Three months after co2 laser resurfacing, you can already see changes in her skin. Texture looks smoother, fine lines appear softer, and her overall tone looks more even and refreshed.

What you’re seeing here is only part of the process. Co2 resurfacing works by initiating deep dermal repair, and the collagen remodelling phase continues for many months. This is why improvements often become more noticeable with time, not just immediately after treatment.

📍 Follow Victorian Cosmetic Institute to learn about advanced anti-ageing skin treatments

📞 If texture, skin laxity, fine lines or uneven tone are concerns you’d like guidance on, our team can help you explore what may be suitable. Phone 1300 863 824 to arrange your consultation.

*All procedures carry a risk of side effects and potential complications. The outcome of each procedure cannot be guaranteed, and individual results may vary. A consultation with one of our practitioners is required prior to any procedure to assess suitability for treatment. Patient consent has been obtained to display images.

03/12/2025

Many people notice their brows sitting lower with age, and it’s a natural question to ask whether certain treatments influence that change. In this video, Dr. Gavin Chan explains why treating the forehead with anti-wrinkle injections can sometimes contribute to further brow descent, and why understanding muscle balance is so important.

Rather than treating the forehead in isolation, it can be helpful to consider the muscles that naturally lift or lower the brows. In some cases, adjusting treatment to focus on the downward pulling muscles may support a more open, refreshed appearance without relying heavily on forehead injections.

Effective facial treatment is often less about treating lines and more about understanding how different muscles work together over time.

Dr. Gavin Chan (MBBS, General Registration MED00001175745)

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Address

Level 1, 268 Manningham Road
Melbourne, VIC
3107

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Website

https://shop.vci.com.au/

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The importance of your appearance

Victorian Cosmetic Institute was founded by Dr. Gavin Chan in 2005. Our mission is to improve the lives of our patients through enhancment of their appearance. One’s appearance is paramount to how we feel about ourselves, and how we are perceived by others.

Our core values that help guide us in our mission are;


  • Every patient is a VIP

  • To always deliver the best cosmetic outcomes and experiences for patients