Unwanted hair
Laser Hair Reduction
A course of laser sessions to reduce unwanted hair growth on the face and body.
- Appointment length
- 15–60 minutes, depending on area
- Typical downtime
- Mild redness for a few hours
Dr. Priya Raman
Dermatologist
About Dr. Priya Raman
Assesses skin conditions such as acne and pigmentation and advises when medical treatment or referral is more appropriate than an aesthetic procedure.
How I work with patients
Acne and pigmentation are medical skin conditions, so I begin with a diagnosis: the type of acne or pigment, what triggers it and what you have already tried. Plans usually combine home care, prescription treatment where it is needed and in-clinic procedures, and I review progress with photos taken in the same light each visit. In Dubai's sun, protecting the skin is part of every plan, and I am careful with lasers and peels on darker skin types, where the wrong setting can make pigmentation worse.
- Areas of practice
- Acne and pigmentation · Laser and energy
- Languages
- English · Arabic
- Qualifications
- MD Dermatology, fellow of the Indian Association of Dermatologists. 11 years of experience.
- Licensing
- DHA-licensed practitioner.
Notes from clinic
laser hair removal
Every new laser patient has a patch test at least 48 hours before the first full session. We match the laser type and settings to your skin tone, which matters in Dubai, where we treat every skin type from very fair to deep brown.
laser pigmentation treatment
Before any laser, a dermatologist confirms what type of pigment you have. Sun spots often respond well to laser, but melasma can worsen with heat, so it is usually treated first with creams and gentle peels instead.
RF microneedling
We often use RF microneedling for acne scarring once active acne is under control. Treating scars while breakouts are still active risks spreading inflammation, so the acne programme usually comes first.
a medical-grade facial
A medical facial at Luméra is planned after a skin assessment, not chosen from a menu. Your therapist adjusts the cleansing, exfoliation and active ingredients to your skin on the day, and records what was used for next time.
a chemical peel
In Dubai's sun we favour a course of lighter peels over one strong peel, especially for medium and deeper skin tones. Lighter peels carry less risk of pigment change, and you can usually go back to work the same day.
a hydration facial
Air conditioning and sun leave many skins in Dubai tight and dehydrated. A hydration facial is a gentle option before an event or between stronger treatments, and it suits sensitive skin that does not tolerate peels.
the acne treatment programme
Acne at Luméra is led by a dermatologist, not by a facial menu. Some patients need prescription treatment, and we say so rather than selling in-clinic sessions that will not control the acne on their own.
the pigmentation treatment programme
Melasma is one of the most common reasons people come to Luméra. We are honest that it is managed rather than cured, and we build a plan you can keep up in Dubai's sun, including what to do in summer.
stretch mark treatment
Newer red or purple stretch marks respond better than older white ones, so earlier is usually better. We often combine microneedling with a vascular laser for red marks, and we wait until after breastfeeding for marks from pregnancy.
Treatments Dr. Priya Raman provides or reviews
Sun spots
Laser Pigmentation Treatment
Targeted laser treatment for selected types of sun spots and uneven pigment.
- Appointment length
- 20–40 minutes
- Typical downtime
- Darkening of spots for 5–10 days
Texture and acne scarring
Radiofrequency Microneedling
Fine needles deliver radiofrequency heat into the skin to support collagen for texture, scarring and laxity.
- Appointment length
- 60–90 minutes including numbing
- Typical downtime
- 2–5 days of redness
Congestion and dullness
Medical-Grade Facial
A tailored professional facial combining deep cleansing, exfoliation and targeted serums.
- Appointment length
- 60 minutes
- Typical downtime
- None to minimal
Uneven tone and texture
Chemical Peel
Professional acid solutions applied to resurface the skin and improve tone and texture.
- Appointment length
- 30–45 minutes
- Typical downtime
- 0–7 days, depending on depth
Dehydration
Hydration Facial
A gentle, multi-step treatment focused on cleansing and infusing hydration, with no downtime.
- Appointment length
- 45–60 minutes
- Typical downtime
- None
Breakouts
Acne Treatment Programme
A structured plan combining in-clinic treatments and home care to help manage breakouts.
- Appointment length
- 45–60 minutes per visit
- Typical downtime
- Usually minimal
Uneven skin tone
Pigmentation Treatment Programme
A cautious, combined plan for uneven tone, melasma and post-inflammatory marks.
- Appointment length
- 30–60 minutes per visit
- Typical downtime
- None to a few days of mild peeling
Stretch marks
Stretch Mark Treatment
A course of treatments to soften the colour and texture of stretch marks.
- Appointment length
- 30–60 minutes
- Typical downtime
- 1–3 days of redness
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