Dr. Safari Appearance Medicine

Dr. Safari Appearance Medicine Dr. Soheila Safari
MBCHB, FRNZCGP, FNZCAM, MNZSCM, MScIM, DVM
Dr. Safari is an experienced, NZ-trained medical doctor.

Having worked in the Dunedin Public Hospital then as a GP setting up Dr. Safari Appearance Medicine in 2006. We specialize in Appearance Medicine, Botox & Restylane, and skin treatments, Mole & Lesion Removal, IPL for sunspots, hair removal & milia removal. We use the best equipment and technologies to make you look and feel fantasitc.

New lesion? Changing lesion?Don’t wait it out and hope for the best.If a spot is new, growing, changing colour, crusting...
07/04/2026

New lesion? Changing lesion?
Don’t wait it out and hope for the best.

If a spot is new, growing, changing colour, crusting, bleeding, or just looks “different” - it’s time for a professional check.

📞 Call today or click the link in bio to book a lesion check / skin cancer check.

The ‘little spot’ you’re ignoring?It might be nothing… but it’s always worth checking.New, changing, or unusual spots ca...
01/04/2026

The ‘little spot’ you’re ignoring?
It might be nothing… but it’s always worth checking.

New, changing, or unusual spots can be signs your skin needs attention. A quick professional skin check can give you peace of mind and help catch anything early.

📞 Call today or click the link in bio to book your skin check.

Your lips, just refreshed.If you want a softer, more balanced look or you’ve noticed lip lines becoming more visible, a ...
30/03/2026

Your lips, just refreshed.

If you want a softer, more balanced look or you’ve noticed lip lines becoming more visible, a personalised lip plan can help enhance shape and smooth the look of fine lines while keeping results natural and in harmony with your features.

Want natural-looking lip enhancement? Book a consult via the link in bio.

A migraine isn’t “just a headache”.For many people, migraines can affect work, sleep, mood, and day-to-day life, they of...
24/03/2026

A migraine isn’t “just a headache”.

For many people, migraines can affect work, sleep, mood, and day-to-day life, they often come with symptoms like nausea, light sensitivity, and brain fog.

If you’re getting frequent migraines, there are medical management options available for suitable patients after an assessment.

If migraines are running your schedule, book a consult via the link in bio.

Shave. Grow. Repeat. (Let’s stop that.)If you’re over the constant maintenance, IPL hair reduction can help reduce regro...
19/03/2026

Shave. Grow. Repeat. (Let’s stop that.)

If you’re over the constant maintenance, IPL hair reduction can help reduce regrowth over time. Because hair grows in cycles, IPL is usually done as a course of sessions, spaced out to target hair in the right growth phase. Results vary by hair + skin type, darker hair often responds best.

Want to know if IPL is right for you (and what areas would suit)? Book an IPL consult via the link in bio.

Sweating shouldn’t control your day.If you’re planning outfits around sweat, avoiding certain colours, or feeling self-c...
11/03/2026

Sweating shouldn’t control your day.

If you’re planning outfits around sweat, avoiding certain colours, or feeling self-conscious in meetings, it could be more than “normal sweating.”

There are medical sweat management options available for suitable patients after an assessment, including targeted treatments for areas like underarms (and more, depending on your needs).

Ready to feel more confident day-to-day?
Book a discreet consult via the link in bio.

Your skin isn’t dry… it’s thirsty. 💧If your skin feels tight after cleansing, looks dull, or makeup clings to texture, d...
03/03/2026

Your skin isn’t dry… it’s thirsty. 💧

If your skin feels tight after cleansing, looks dull, or makeup clings to texture, dehydration could be the reason.

Profilho® is a skin remodelling treatment made from pure Hyaluronic Acid.

It helps boost hydration and supports collagen + elastin just under the surface for that healthier, glowier skin quality.

Want to know if Profilho® is right for you? Book a skin consult via the link in bio.

A practical skin health guideline clinicians often use is the two week rule:If you have a spot, scab, sore, or irritated...
25/02/2026

A practical skin health guideline clinicians often use is the two week rule:

If you have a spot, scab, sore, or irritated patch that doesn’t improve within two weeks (or keeps returning), it’s worth getting checked, especially if it:

Bleeds or crusts repeatedly

Is painful or persistently itchy

Looks different from your other spots

Is new and changing

Most things turn out to be harmless but early assessment is how we catch the important exceptions.

📍Skin health education from our Dunedin clinic.

Many common skin findings are benign (like skin tags), but it’s not always possible to tell by guesswork. Consider a cli...
20/02/2026

Many common skin findings are benign (like skin tags), but it’s not always possible to tell by guesswork. Consider a clinical check if a spot:

Is new and growing quickly

Bleeds easily or ulcerates

Becomes painful or persistently itchy

Changes colour or shape

Looks unlike your other spots

A helpful mindset: “common” doesn’t mean “ignore.” It means “assess appropriately.”

📍Based in Dunedin.

In NZ, UV can be high even when it’s cool or cloudy. Sun safety isn’t about perfection, it’s about repeatable habits:Bro...
16/02/2026

In NZ, UV can be high even when it’s cool or cloudy. Sun safety isn’t about perfection, it’s about repeatable habits:

Broad-spectrum SPF on exposed skin

Reapply if outdoors for long periods, sweating, or swimming

Hat + sunglasses + sleeves when practical

Shade during peak UV hours when possible

Sun protection supports both skin cancer prevention and long-term skin health.

📍From our Dunedin-based clinic team.

The ABCDE guide helps you decide when a mole or spot should be checked. It doesn’t replace a clinician exam, it helps yo...
10/02/2026

The ABCDE guide helps you decide when a mole or spot should be checked. It doesn’t replace a clinician exam, it helps you notice changes earlier.

A Symmetry: one half unlike the other
B Border: irregular, blurred, or notched edges
C Colour: multiple colours or uneven pigmentation
D Diameter: increasing size (or any rapid change)
E Evolving: changing over weeks/months

If you notice E (evolving), that’s often the most important.

📍Skin health education from our clinic in Dunedin.

Skin changes are easy to miss because they happen gradually. A simple habit: know your normal.Once a month, in good ligh...
02/02/2026

Skin changes are easy to miss because they happen gradually.
A simple habit: know your normal.

Once a month, in good light, check: scalp, behind ears, back, soles, and between toes.

Look for:

A new spot that wasn’t there before

A spot that is changing (size, shape, colour, texture)

A spot that itches, bleeds, crusts, or won’t heal

The “ugly duckling” - one lesion that looks different to the rest

If you’re unsure, it’s reasonable to have it assessed. Skin health is healthcare.

📍Based in Dunedin.

Address

75A York Place
Dunedin
9016

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+6434745058

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