Trichology is the area of dermatology that deals specifically with conditions affecting the hair and scalp. At Sinclair Dermatology, our trichology service provides trusted, dermatologist-led care for people experiencing hair loss, thinning, or ongoing scalp conditions.
Hair loss can be distressing and may result from many factors, including genetics, stress, hormone changes, or illness. Our team supports a range of conditions, such as:
We’ll provide advice that will complement your medically prescribed treatment plan.
A healthy scalp is key to healthy hair. If your scalp feels uncomfortable, itchy, flaky, or inflamed, our trichology service can assist with:
Each treatment plan is tailored to your specific symptoms and diagnosis, with support that extends beyond medicated products.
Your appointment includes a comprehensive review of your hair and scalp health. This may involve a clinical examination, discussion of your health and lifestyle factors, and—if appropriate—additional tests to assist diagnosis.
You’ll receive an explanation of what’s happening and why.
- Prescription or compounded products - Scalp treatments performed in our on-site salon - Hair care guidance - Access to non-surgical supportive therapies where suitable. Each recommendation is guided by your dermatologist.
Our on-site salon offers a range of supportive services that work in conjunction with your medical care. These include:
You may wish to book a consultation if:
Esther is a seasoned senior hairstylist with over 14 years of experience. Her journey began in Germany, where she received comprehensive training and education, and where she had the privilege of working in one of the most renowned hair salons. Esther also became an esteemed educator, sharing her knowledge with aspiring hairstylists.
After relocating to Australia, Esther’s passion for haircare and her desire to make a meaningful impact on her clients’ lives led her to obtain her qualification in Trichology. As a Trichologist, Esther provides specialist treatment for hair and scalp disorders, elevating her skills, dedication and commitment to providing holistic solutions for hair and scalp health.
Esther places a strong emphasis on the importance of maintaining the integrity of hair health while crafting natural looking and low-maintenance colour. Her expertise with diverse hair texture and structure combined with her cutting-edge techniques enables her to create suitable styles for all.
Added to this, Esther’s approach to individualised treatment plans ensures that her tailored styles and colouring demonstrate invaluable insight for ongoing hair management. With her extensive experience, she combines hair fashion with hair health, and is a trusted partner to help her clients look and feel their best.
Very personal care for exceptional hair
A pioneer in hair and scalp science since 1964, Kérastase offers women the ultimate in personalised and exceptional haircare. Unique product formulations combine the know-how of the world’s best hairdressers with the expertise of a cutting-edge capillary research team.
The star product in Sinclair Hair & Scalp Institute is the Densifique cure which boosts follicular activity to restore thicker looking hair.
Sinclair Hair Salon was established in 2014 to complement medically prescribed therapies for hair loss with expert advice on styling, cutting, extensions, hair pieces, and camouflage.
Our vision was to create a hair salon where patients feel they are entering a caring and supportive environment, a salon that instils confidence in patients because they are tended by hairdressers specifically trained in care for hair and scalp health. An expert who understands hair and scalp conditions to properly cut and style hair for maximum volume without damaging or tearing hair.
In January 2018, and in line with our commitment to providing patients with superior care, the latest treatments and worlds-best technologies, we partnered with Kérastase Paris to launch Australia’s first scalp institute. This is a revolutionary concept salon that takes hair and scalp care to the next level. Together we combine internationally renowned clinical and research dermatologists and a trichologist with a globally recognised hair care brand to provide a truly unique experience for people with hair and scalp concerns in a state-of-the-art hair salon.
