Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology is a state-of-the-art facility located in the Lower Pacific Heights of San Francisco, California. Our board-certified dermatologists know healthy skin does more than look good. It functions beautifully, too, acting as a barrier against the outside world and telling a greater story about who you are and where you've been. Our dermatology services in San Francisco improve both skin health and beauty for meaningful, lasting results that everyone will notice.
A proactive approach to your skin can make all the difference in decreasing—or even reversing—the signs of aging. Take it from Dr. Kathleen Welsh, when it comes to skincare "The age you start is the age you stay."
Learn MoreBOTOX is a leading wrinkle relaxer that reduces and improves the appearance of facial wrinkles.
Comparable to BOTOX, Dysport can effectively improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the brow area.
Used to treat moderate to severe frown lines and wrinkles, XEOMIN delivers excellent results.
The JUVÉDERM family of injectable fillers can be used to treat a multitude of aesthetic concerns.
Learn how our practice can help you reduce and improve the appearance of acne and/or cysts on your face and body.
Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology is efficient in the removal and treatment of growths and scars.
If you are suffering from rosacea and redness, schedule a consultation to learn more about your treatment options.
If hyperpigmentation and melasma are affecting your self-confidence, learn about your potential treatment options.
Thread lifts at Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology can help lift and firm your face without the need for surgery.
To even out skin tone or reverse the signs of sun damage, schedule an IPL photofacial at our facility.
For a super gentle skin resurfacing treatment, research the benefits of Clear + Brilliant.
Stop wasting time and money shaving, plucking, and waxing – consider laser hair removal at Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology.
Choose from a selection of proven chemical peels and treat an array of common skin complaints.
For a deep and effective facial exfoliation, schedule a microdermabrasion with one of our skin care specialists.
Microneedling is a proven and effective way to improve the tone and texture of your skin.
LED light treatments can gently help to treat many skin imperfections, including acne, redness, and wrinkles.
Tone muscle and sculpt your body without additional hours in the gym using EMSCULPT at Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology.
Sculpt your body and skip the knife with CoolSculpting at our state-of-the-art facility.
Address cellulite and firm and tighten your skin with innovative technology by EMTONE at Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology.
Allow our providers to create a customized treatment plan with combined therapies and services.
Learn more about our male-specific services and how they can help you achieve more self-confidence and a higher quality of life.
Women – improve your sexual well-being and health with vaginal tightening by Viveve.
EMSELLA effectively and gently treats female urinary incontinence without invasive or embarrassing treatment methods.
As the founder of Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology, Dr. Kathleen M. Welsh is a true skincare leader. With board certifications in both internal medicine and dermatology, she understands how to make improvements that are more than skin-deep.
MEET DR. WELSHBoard-certified in dermatology, Dr. Andrea Hui Austin masterfully blends her strong sense of aesthetics with her advanced scientific knowledge to guide her patients to the services and therapies that provide the best possible results.
MEET DR. HUI AUSTINBoard-certified in dermatology, Dr. He specializes in a wide range of both cosmetic and medical treatments. He aims to maintain your unique natural expressions with a strong emphasis on less is more towards graceful aging.
MEET DR. HEBoard-certified in dermatology, Dr. Shannon Watkins specializes in treating hair loss and restoration, acne, and rosacea. Her goal is to provide subtle aesthetic techniques that offer maximum results while helping patients perfect their skin care regimen.
MEET DR. WATKINSUsing the power of topical carbon dioxide we can truly improve our quality of life from the comfort of our own homes!
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ReadDr. Andrea Hui Austin explains how we combine treatments to elevate, enhance the other for seriously transformative results.
ReadDr. He is a very skilled cosmetic dermatologist! For several years I have been trying to decrease the natural signs of aging on my face-without success. Until I started to see Dr. He. He accurately pinpointed the simple steps he could take that would achieve the most gratifying results and then expertly followed thru! Thank you Dr. He!
Outstanding service, knowledge, and care. Dr. Steven is very thorough and listened very well to my skin issues I was looking to get resolved.
This has been my dermatologist provider for 20 years. Dr Welsh has caught numerous skin issues for me. She is friendly, talented, caring and has the best memory of anyone I’ve ever met. Highly recommend this office!
I’ve been a SFBAD patient for more than seven years and have received superb medical and cosmetic dermatology care for several conditions, including rosacea, sun damage, actinic keratosis, and plain old aging skin. Dr. Austin, Dr. Welsh, Nurse Katie, Concierge Julie, and other staff members are a gift. Thanks to their expertise, I look a whole lot better now. And thanks to their eagle eyes and careful follow-up, I am healthier. I am so grateful!
Monique could not have been lovelier. It was my first hydrofacial with her, and her manner was professional and so helpful. Trying a few new products per her recommendation, as well. Thank you!!!!
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