§ 01 · Skin Clinic · Kochi

Skin clinic in Kochi,
diagnostic-first, dermatologist-owned, 22+ treatments under one roof.

On-site dermoscopy, trichoscopy, KOH microscopy, Wood's lamp, and same-day biopsy where indicated. Five board-certified MD DVL dermatologists treating 22+ conditions including acne, melasma, psoriasis, eczema, fungal infection, alopecia, and the full cosmetic spectrum from Botox to FUE hair transplant. US-FDA approved laser stack; hospital-standard FUE operating theatre.

4.8★ 1,450 reviews

MD DVL Board-certified

US-FDA Approved lasers

22+ Treatments, one clinic

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100 m from Pulinchodu Metro · 15 min from Lulu Mall · 25 min from Kochi city centre

§ 02 · Quick Answer

What a real skin clinic does that a skincare studio cannot.

DermaVue Kochi is a dermatologist-owned skin clinic in Aluva, 5 board-certified MD DVL dermatologists led by Dr. Minu Liz Mathew (the only RealSelf-recognised dermatologist in Ernakulam district), plus Dr. Johna PS (MDS) for FUE hair transplant. 22+ treatments across medical dermatology, cosmetic procedures, laser medicine, and FUE hair restoration. US-FDA approved equipment. 4.8★ from 1,438+ Google reviews. 100m from Pulinchode Metro, 18 min from CIAL. Open 7 days. ₹300 consultation.

§ 03 · The Protocol

Five phases. Same hands. From diagnosis to maintenance.

Every patient at our Kochi clinic starts at the diagnostic bench, not the menu of treatments. Trichoscopy reads scalp hair density; dermoscopy reads moles; KOH microscopy confirms fungal; Wood's lamp confirms tinea versicolor and pigment depth; biopsy is on-site when histology is needed.

Book consultation

Call or WhatsApp +91 90720 07733, or use the booking form. Same-day slots often available; urgent skin / hair concerns prioritised over routine cosmetic.

Dermatologist examination

20-minute consultation with an MD DVL dermatologist. Full skin and scalp examination, dermoscopy where indicated, photo documentation on patient consent.

Diagnosis + workup

IADVL-protocol diagnostic workup. Bloods, skin biopsy, fungal culture, hormonal panel, or trichoscopy if required per indication.

Written treatment plan

Plan with expected outcomes, session count, downtime, and cost. No surprise upselling, that's a hard policy. Patient takes the plan home before committing.

Treatment + follow-up

Performed at the clinic by the consulting dermatologist. Scheduled review with WhatsApp reminders, post-care instructions, direct line to your treating dermatologist between visits.

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§ 04 · Why Kochi Needs This Clinic

4 environmental drivers shape every Kochi dermatology consult: UV-11, PM 2.5 3× WHO, 91% well-water failure, 90%+ humidity.

Kochi skin presents differently because Kochi environment is different. UV Index 11 sustained 10 of 12 months drives photoaging, melasma, and post-procedure PIH risk. CPCB Vyttila records peak PM 2.5 at 51 µg/m³ (3× the WHO safe limit); the PMC 2025 systematic review confirms this exacerbates inflammatory acne and atopic dermatitis. CWRDM 2019 documents 91% of Ernakulam well water failing drinking standards (TDS up to 3,050 mg/L at Panampilly Nagar); hard-water mineral load drives contact irritant dermatitis. Sustained 85–95% relative humidity drives Malassezia dandruff, tinea corporis recurrence, and intertriginous bacterial infection. Every protocol on this page is built around those four constraints, not in spite of them.

UV-11sustained 10 of 12 months (Weather2Travel Cochin Climate; KSDMA April 2026 alert)
3× WHOpeak PM 2.5 at CPCB Vyttila monitoring station; documented dermatology comorbidity in PMC 2025
91%Ernakulam well-water samples failing drinking quality; Panampilly Nagar borewell TDS 3,050 mg/L (CWRDM 2019)

Weather2Travel · KSDMA April 2026 · CPCB Vyttila 2024 · CWRDM Kerala State Planning Board 2019 · PMC 2025 PM 2.5 dermatology systematic review

CLINIC SCOPE — KOCHI

22+

treatments, one roof

9 medical +4 hair +7 cosmetic 100

§ 05 · Clinical Summary

The published protocol, in plain English.

DermaVue Kochi (Aluva) is a full dermatologist-led dermatology + hair restoration clinic operating to IADVL India + ACSI + Indian Society of Reconstructive Surgery (Hair Restoration Section) standards. The clinic operates 22+ treatments across four service categories: medical dermatology (acne, melasma, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, fungal infections, warts, dandruff, hair loss workup, dermatologist consultation), aesthetic + cosmetic (Botox, dermal fillers, HydraFacial, chemical peels, skin brightening, glutathione), laser (laser hair removal, tattoo removal), hair restoration (PRP/GFC, FUE hair transplant, beard transplant), and metabolic health (SuperHuman medical weight loss).

Clinical leadership: Dr. Minu Liz Mathew (MBBS, MD DVL), Chief Dermatologist, the only RealSelf-recognised dermatologist in Ernakulam district, 15+ years; Dr. Navya K G (MBBS, MD DVL), Consultant Dermatologist, medical + cosmetic; Dr. Arjun K (MBBS, DDVL), Consultant Dermatologist, venereology + medical; Dr. Reshma J Neerackal (MBBS, MD DVL), Consultant Dermatologist, cosmetic; Dr. Johna PS (MDS, FUE-trained), Hair Transplant Surgeon; Dr. Rejeesh Menon (MBBS, MD Internal Medicine, US-licensed), SuperHuman Programme Director (metabolic health).

Equipment: US-FDA approved Q-Switched Nd:YAG (1064 + 532 nm for tattoo + pigmentation), CO₂ Fractional (acne scars + resurfacing), triple-wavelength Diode 810/940/1060 nm (laser hair removal), hospital-grade FUE operating theatre with Korean Choi implanter pen technology. Hyaluronidase 150-300 IU on-hand for HA filler emergency. Mantoux/IGRA + Hepatitis B/C + HIV pre-biologic screen capability for psoriasis + AD biologic patients.

Location + access: Aluva, Ernakulam District (same district as Kochi city). NH-47, 100 metres from Pulinchode Metro Station (northern terminus of Kochi Metro Blue Line). 18 minutes from CIAL Airport. Mon-Sat 9 AM-6:30 PM, Sun 11 AM-5 PM. 4.8★ from 1,438+ verified Google reviews, the largest verified review base among standalone dermatology clinics in Ernakulam district.

§ 06 · Compare

What changes when a board-certified dermatologist runs the protocol.

RECOMMENDED DermaVue Kochi (dermatologist-owned)

ALTERNATIVE Generic chain / corporate aesthetic centre

Diagnosing dermatologist

5 MD DVL board-certified dermatologists + 1 MDS hair transplant surgeon + 1 MD Internal Medicine director

Often nurse, beautician, or unsupervised technician

Procedures performed by

Dermatologist, every laser, injectable, peel, and surgery

Often delegated to non-dermatologist staff

Diagnostic workup

Dermoscopy + KOH + culture + biopsy + hormonal panel + trichoscopy per indication

Often skipped, empirical prescription

Equipment

US-FDA approved Q-Switched Nd:YAG, CO₂ Fractional, triple-wavelength Diode, hospital-grade FUE OT

Variable; sometimes off-brand or older devices

Verified review base

4.8★ from 1,438+ verified Google reviews (largest in Ernakulam standalone derm)

Variable; some inflated by review-buying

Cost transparency

₹300 consultation + written treatment plan with itemised cost before commitment

Variable; package pressure common

§ 07 · Transparent pricing

Each line item. No package inflation.

Pricing starts from ₹300 consultation. Final quote after your diagnostic visit.

Dermatology consultation (any subspecialty) From ₹300

Skin biopsy with histopathology From ₹1,500-3,500

Topical medication regimen (monthly) From ₹500-5,000

Chemical peel session From ₹2,500-6,500

HydraFacial Signature From ₹3,500-9,000

Laser hair removal (per area, per session) From ₹2,000-15,000

Botox (per area) From ₹8,000-30,000

Dermal fillers (per 1 mL syringe) From ₹18,000-70,000

PRP / GFC hair therapy (per session) From ₹3,500-15,000

FUE hair transplant (per graft) From ₹25-110

Total FUE Norwood IV (~2,500 grafts) From ₹62,500-2,75,000

SuperHuman medical weight loss programme (monthly entry) From From ₹8,000

All pricing starts from the amounts shown. Final treatment plan and cost confirmed after consultation. ₹300 covers the full diagnostic visit.

§ 08 · What's in the room

Eight modalities, sequenced per patient.

Medical Dermatology

acne, melasma, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, fungal, warts, dandruff

Cosmetic Dermatology

Botox, dermal fillers, HydraFacial, chemical peels, skin brightening

Laser Treatments

Q-Switched Nd:YAG, CO₂ Fractional, triple-wavelength Diode hair removal

Hair Restoration

PRP/GFC, FUE hair transplant, beard transplant (hospital-grade OT)

Pediatric Dermatology

STAND-AD IADVL protocol for paediatric AD + childhood skin

Pigmentation Clinic

TCC + cysteamine + tranexamic acid + Q-switched laser toning

Hair Loss Clinic

trichoscopy + 6-blood workup + medical + regenerative + surgical

Aesthetic Injectable Clinic

Allergan Juvederm + Galderma Restylane + Merz Belotero

SuperHuman Metabolic Health

Dr. Rejeesh Menon MD Internal Medicine, US-licensed

Pediatric + Adult Atopic Dermatitis Clinic

STAND-AD + cyclosporine + biologic counselling

Psoriasis Clinic

IADVL India biologics + conventional systemic + phototherapy

NRI / Medical Tourism Programme

18 min from CIAL, pre-arrival WhatsApp triage

§ 08b · Watch the protocol

Our dermatologists explain the protocol on camera.

Board-certified dermatologists walk through the clinical approach — watch before your first visit.

CLIP 01 **Why DermaVue Stands Out, Inside the Kochi Clinic** Dr. Minu Liz Mathew + team tour the DermaVue Aluva clinic.

CLIP 02 **DermaVue Kochi, Full Dermatology Tour** Tour of the 22+ treatment offerings, equipment, and OT.

§ 09 · Patient case

DermaVue is the rare Kerala dermatology clinic where every procedure is genuinely dermatologist-performed. I've been to 4 other 'skin clinics' in Kochi over 10 years, usually a beautician runs the laser or the peel while the doctor sees the next patient. At DermaVue, Dr. Minu personally did my chemical peel + Q-switched laser sessions. The result and the standard of care are visibly different.

Aravind Pillai MG Road · via Metro · DermaVue Kochi patient

§ 10 · Your dermatologists

Five names on every consultation note.

One physician owns your file from intake through the 12–18 month maintenance phase. Continuity of care isn't a tagline here, it's the default.

01
Dr. Minu Liz Mathew, MBBS, MD DVL
Chief Dermatologist
Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology, Lasers & Aesthetic Medicine
- IADVL
- ACSI
- IMA
- 15+ years
02
Dr. Navya K G, MBBS, MD DVL
Consultant Dermatologist
Medical Dermatology, Cosmetic Procedures
- IADVL
- 9 yrs experience
03
Dr. Arjun K, MBBS, DDVL
Consultant Dermatologist
Venereology, Medical Dermatology
- IADVL
- 8 yrs experience
04
Dr. Reshma J Neerackal, MBBS, MD DVL
Consultant Dermatologist
Cosmetic Dermatology, Aesthetic Procedures
- IADVL
- 12 yrs experience
05
Dr. Johna PS, MDS, FUE Trained
Hair Transplant Surgeon
FUE Hair Transplant, Beard & Eyebrow Restoration
- APSI
- 100+ procedures

Direct line to the team WhatsApp +91 90720 07733 →

§ 11 · Frequently asked

The questions every skin-clinic patient asks. Honestly answered.

What makes DermaVue Kochi different from other skin clinics?

Three concrete differences. (1) Dermatologist-owned and dermatologist-performed, every laser, every injectable, every peel, every surgery is done by an MD DVL board-certified dermatologist or by Dr. Johna PS (MDS) for FUE hair transplant. Not delegated to beauticians, nurses, or technicians. (2) Dr. Minu Liz Mathew is the only dermatologist in Ernakulam district internationally recognised on RealSelf. (3) Hospital-grade FUE operating theatre + US-FDA approved laser stack (Q-Switched Nd:YAG, CO₂ Fractional, triple-wavelength Diode), not the off-brand or older devices common in cosmetic-only clinics.

How many doctors are at DermaVue Kochi?

5 board-certified MD DVL dermatologists + 1 MDS hair transplant surgeon + 1 MD Internal Medicine director. Dr. Minu Liz Mathew (Chief Dermatologist, RealSelf-recognised, 15+ years); Dr. Navya K G (medical + cosmetic); Dr. Arjun K (venereology + medical); Dr. Reshma J Neerackal (cosmetic dermatology); Dr. Johna PS (MDS, FUE-trained hair transplant surgeon); Dr. Rejeesh Menon (MBBS, MD Internal Medicine, US-licensed, directs the SuperHuman metabolic health programme).

What treatments does DermaVue Kochi offer?

22+ treatments across four categories. Medical dermatology: acne, melasma, psoriasis, eczema (atopic dermatitis), fungal infections, warts, dandruff, hair loss workup. Cosmetic dermatology: Botox, dermal fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero), HydraFacial, chemical peels, skin brightening, glutathione (oral). Laser: laser hair removal (Fitzpatrick IV-VI calibrated), tattoo removal (Q-switched Nd:YAG). Hair restoration: PRP, GFC, FUE hair transplant, beard transplant. Plus SuperHuman medical weight loss programme (metabolic health + longevity).

How do I book an appointment at DermaVue Kochi?

WhatsApp +91 90720 07733 (fastest), call the same number, or use the booking form on this page. Same-day slots are often available; urgent skin or hair concerns are prioritised over routine cosmetic visits. Pre-arrival WhatsApp triage available for NRI / international patients arriving via CIAL airport.

What is the consultation fee at DermaVue Kochi?

₹300, same fee for every dermatology consultation regardless of subspecialty (medical, cosmetic, hair restoration, paediatric). Includes a full dermatologist examination, dermoscopy where indicated, and a written individual treatment plan. Follow-up consultation fees vary by treatment. Procedural and biologic therapy costs are quoted in writing before commitment, no surprise upselling.

Where is DermaVue Kochi located?

Metro Rail Pillar No. 57, Tamarind Rajadhani Building, Near Pulinchodu, NH-47, Aluva, Kerala 683101. We are in Aluva, Ernakulam District, the same district as Kochi city. 100 metres from Pulinchode Metro Station (northern terminus of the Kochi Metro Blue Line). 18 minutes from Cochin International Airport (CIAL) on NH-544. 12 minutes from LuLu Mall Edappally by road, 17 minutes by metro.

What are DermaVue Kochi opening hours?

Monday to Saturday 9 AM to 6:30 PM. Sunday 11 AM to 5 PM. Open 7 days. Walk-ins are accommodated; scheduled appointments receive priority and shorter wait times.

Does DermaVue Kochi accept insurance?

Medical dermatology consultations and procedures may be reimbursable through your private health insurance per your policy terms (most cosmetic procedures are excluded). DermaVue provides itemised receipts suitable for insurance submission. We accept cash, UPI, credit + debit card, and EMI for major procedures.

Can I bring my child to DermaVue Kochi for paediatric dermatology?

Yes · DermaVue Kochi has a paediatric dermatology consultation pathway following the IADVL STAND-AD modified Delphi consensus for paediatric AD + general paediatric dermatology (acne in adolescents, atopic dermatitis, viral exanthems, birthmarks, congenital lesions, paediatric warts, paediatric fungal infections). Age-appropriate topical regimens; minimum-systemic-therapy principle for paediatric cases.

What languages do DermaVue Kochi staff speak?

English, Malayalam, and Hindi, fluent across the entire dermatology team. This covers virtually all patients in Greater Kochi and across the NRI returnee population.

§ 12 · Peer-reviewed sources cited on this page (3)

§ 12b · Read deeper

Start at the diagnosis, not the menu.

Most patients arrive with a treatment in mind and a condition that does not quite match it. The hubs below cover the most common reason-for-visit categories so the consult time goes to refining the plan, not explaining the basics.

§ 13 · Find us

15 min from Lulu Mall. 100 m from Pulinchodu Metro.

Address: Metro Rail Pillar No. 57, Tamarind Rajadhani Building, Near Pulinchodu, NH-47, Aluva, Kerala 683101
Phone: +91 90720 07733
Email: aluva@dermavue.com
Hours: Mon–Sat 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sun 11 AM–5 PM

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§ 14 · Related at DermaVue Kochi

Adjacent treatments your dermatologist might combine.

§ 15 · Start today

Book the diagnostic consultation.
₹300 covers the workup; the protocol decisions follow after that.

₹300 consultation · same-day slots available · Aluva clinic open Mon–Sat 9 AM – 7 PM, Sun 10 AM – 6 PM.

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