# Dr. Maha Aesthetics

> Doctor-led skin health and medical aesthetics clinic in Acton, London W3, operated by Dr Maha Shariff (MBBS, MRCGP; GMC 6160794).

Dr Maha Shariff is a UK-registered GP with 18 years of clinical experience, qualified from Barts and The London School of Medicine (MBBS, 2007) and Imperial College London (BSc Medical Management, 2006). She has practised aesthetics since 2019. The clinic uses a measured, skin-health-first approach combining personalised skincare with selected in-clinic treatments where appropriate.

## Key pages

- [Homepage](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/): Clinic overview, clinical focus, care pathway, and booking options.
- [About Dr Maha](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/about): Qualifications, clinical background, philosophy, and experience.
- [Treatments](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/treatments): Doctor-led treatment categories and suitability information.
- [Pricing](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/prices): Consultation and treatment fee guide.
- [Clinic](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/clinic): Location, access, and appointment hours.
- [Book a consultation](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/booking): Consultation enquiry and booking.
- [Journal](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog): Clinician-authored skin-health articles.

## Services

- [Microneedling](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/treatment/microneedling): Dermapen 4 treatment supporting texture, scarring, pigmentation, and collagen repair.
- [Chemical peels](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/treatment/chemical-peels): Clinically selected peels supporting clarity, texture, pigmentation, and acne management.
- [Acne and skin health](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/treatment/acne-and-skin-health): Structured 16-week, doctor-led acne programme.
- [Dermaplaning](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/treatment/dermaplaning): Controlled superficial exfoliation for texture and surface clarity.
- [Mesotherapy](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/treatment/mesotherapy): Injectable skin-quality and hydration treatments.
- [Lines and wrinkles consultation](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/treatment/muscle-relaxing-treatments): Face-to-face medical suitability assessment.

## Clinical journal

- [Winter Skin: How Cold Weather, Central Heating and the Festive Season Affect Your Skin Barrier](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/winter-skin-barrier): Why skin can feel dry, tight or sensitive in winter: how central heating, cold wind, hot showers and the festive season affect your skin barrier, and simple ways to protect it. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/winter-skin-barrier.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/winter-skin-barrier.json))
- [Skin Treatments Before Christmas: When to Start and How to Plan](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/skin-treatments-before-christmas): Is there still time for a skin treatment before the festive season? How microneedling, chemical peels, skin boosters and muscle-relaxing treatments differ in recovery time, and how to plan around your skin rather than a date. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/skin-treatments-before-christmas.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/skin-treatments-before-christmas.json))
- [Rosacea Treatment (Part 2): Skincare, Ingredients and Long-Term Management](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/rosacea-treatment-part-2): Rosacea cannot currently be cured, but symptoms can often be controlled. What a gentle skincare routine looks like, which ingredients may help, which products can aggravate it, and when medical treatment may be needed. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/rosacea-treatment-part-2.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/rosacea-treatment-part-2.json))
- [Rosacea Explained (Part 1): Symptoms, Triggers and What You Need to Know](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/rosacea-explained-part-1): Rosacea is a common, chronic skin condition causing facial redness, flushing, sensitivity and sometimes spots, yet it is often mistaken for acne or sensitive skin. Symptoms, triggers, how it differs from acne, and when to seek medical advice. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/rosacea-explained-part-1.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/rosacea-explained-part-1.json))
- [Anti-Wrinkle Injections (Part 1): A Doctor’s Guide to the Questions Patients Actually Ask](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/anti-wrinkle-injections-your-no-fluff-guide-1): Anti-wrinkle injections (botulinum toxin), sometimes referred to as muscle-relaxing injections, are one of the most commonly discussed aesthetic treatments in clinic, yet most consultations are not focused on the treatment itself. They are focused on uncertainty. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/anti-wrinkle-injections-your-no-fluff-guide-1.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/anti-wrinkle-injections-your-no-fluff-guide-1.json))
- [Anti-Wrinkle Injections (Part 2): What to Expect Before, During and After Treatment](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/anti-wrinkle-part-2): What to expect before, during and after anti-wrinkle injections. From the initial consultation to daily recovery and treatment longevity, this guide answers the most common practical questions. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/anti-wrinkle-part-2.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/anti-wrinkle-part-2.json))
- [Microneedling Explained: How It Works, What to Expect and How I Use It in Clinic](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/microneedling-explained-properly): How microneedling works, what to expect, and how it is used in clinic to treat acne scarring, uneven skin texture, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and support overall skin quality. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/microneedling-explained-properly.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/microneedling-explained-properly.json))
- [My approach to ageing well: how I support skin health in clinic](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/my-approach-to-ageing-well): A doctor-led approach to ageing well focusing on skin quality, barrier health, collagen preservation, and inflammation control. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/my-approach-to-ageing-well.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/my-approach-to-ageing-well.json))
- [Why Acne Keeps Coming Back | Causes of Persistent Acne Explained](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/why-acne-needs-a-multi-layered-approach): Why acne keeps coming back and why single treatments often fail. A professional look at oil production, inflammation, hormones, and barrier function, and how a stepwise plan achieves long-term control. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/why-acne-needs-a-multi-layered-approach.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/why-acne-needs-a-multi-layered-approach.json))
- [Is Your Skin Barrier Damaged? Signs, Causes and How to Support Recovery](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/is-your-skin-barrier-damaged): If you have been experiencing dryness, redness, sensitivity, or unexpected breakouts, your skin barrier may be compromised. This guide covers symptoms, causes, and how to repair barrier impairment. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/is-your-skin-barrier-damaged.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/is-your-skin-barrier-damaged.json))
- [Skin Boosters vs Mesotherapy: SuneKOS® vs Profhilo® Explained](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/skin-boosters-vs-mesotherapy): Skin boosters vs mesotherapy: what's the difference? Understanding injectable hyaluronic acid-based treatments, SuneKOS, Profhilo, and how to choose the right treatment for your skin. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/skin-boosters-vs-mesotherapy.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/skin-boosters-vs-mesotherapy.json))
- [How to Use Retinoids Safely in Summer](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/part-2-how-to-use-retinoids-safely-and-spf-use): How to use retinoids safely in summer. From starting low and increasing gradually, to specific SPF and photoprotection protocols, and supporting your skin barrier. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/part-2-how-to-use-retinoids-safely-and-spf-use.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/part-2-how-to-use-retinoids-safely-and-spf-use.json))
- [Can I Use Retinoids in Summer? A Skin Doctor’s Guide to Retinol, Tretinoin & Sun Exposure](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/part-1-can-i-use-retinoids-in-summer): Can I use retinoids in summer? A skin doctor's guide to retinol, tretinoin, cell turnover, sun sensitivity, and why evenings are best. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/part-1-can-i-use-retinoids-in-summer.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/part-1-can-i-use-retinoids-in-summer.json))
- [Retinoid Purging vs Irritation: How To Tell The Difference When Starting Retinoids](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/retinoid-purging): What is retinoid purging versus irritation? Learn how to distinguish temporary breakouts from barrier disruption, what causes them, and how to manage the transition. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/retinoid-purging.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/retinoid-purging.json))
- [Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH): Why Dark Marks Linger And What Can Help](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/pih): Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH): Why dark marks linger after breakouts, eczema, or friction, and evidence-based treatments that actually help. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/pih.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/pih.json))
- [Chemical Peels 101: Understanding Skin Peels in Cosmetic Dermatology](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/chemical-peels-101-understanding-skin-peels-in-cosmetic-dermatology): Chemical peels are a well-established skin resurfacing treatment used to improve post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne, uneven skin tone, and textural irregularities. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/chemical-peels-101-understanding-skin-peels-in-cosmetic-dermatology.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/chemical-peels-101-understanding-skin-peels-in-cosmetic-dermatology.json))
- [Acne Scarring Requires More Than Skincare Alone](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/blog/acne-scarring-requires-more-than-skincare-alone): Topical skincare plays an important role in acne management and, when used consistently, can make a meaningful difference to overall skin health and clarity. However, if atrophic (depressed) scarring has formed, skincare alone cannot change the underlying structure of the skin. ([Markdown](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/acne-scarring-requires-more-than-skincare-alone.md), [JSON](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/blog/acne-scarring-requires-more-than-skincare-alone.json))

## Contact and identity

- **Clinician:** Dr Maha Shariff, MBBS, MRCGP
- **GMC reference:** [6160794](https://www.gmc-uk.org/doctors/6160794)
- **Phone / WhatsApp:** +44 7736313990
- **Email:** info@drmahaaesthetics.com
- **Address:** Chatsworth Gardens, Acton, London W3 9LN
- **Directions:** [Google Maps listing](https://maps.app.goo.gl/6aDnDc6DEXUGHkhg9)
- **Appointment hours:** Monday 10:00–15:00; Tuesday 10:00–15:00; Wednesday 10:00–18:00; Thursday 10:00–19:00; Friday online; Saturday 10:30–15:00; Sunday closed.

## Machine-readable resources

- [Full AI content file](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/llms-full.txt): Expanded clinic and journal content.
- [JSON manifest](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/docs/llms.json): Canonical route-to-document map.
- [Robots policy](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/robots.txt): Search and AI crawler access.
- [XML sitemap](https://www.drmahaaesthetics.com/sitemap.xml): Current canonical page inventory.