Skin Treatment Prices
Compare what GPhC-registered UK online providers charge for prescription skin treatments such as tretinoin and adapalene, including consultation, formulation, and delivery. Check subscription terms and ongoing monthly cost after any introductory offer.
At a glance
- Tretinoin: typically £20–£60/month via photo-based online skin services
- Adapalene: typically £15–£40/month depending on strength and service model
- Prescription retinoids are much stronger than cosmetic “retinol” creams
- Must not be used in pregnancy or when trying to conceive
- Subscription models are common — check cancellation terms and ongoing cost
- Only use GPhC-registered pharmacies and regulated prescribing services
- Sudden or severe skin changes still need a GP or dermatology review
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do private skin treatments cost in the UK?▼
Prescription skin treatment through a UK online provider typically costs £15–£60 per month. Tretinoin — the most requested prescription option for acne and skin ageing — usually sits at £20–£60 as a subscription; adapalene is often cheaper and may be available as a pharmacy medicine in some strengths. Prescription retinoids always need a clinical review before supply. Prices are treatment-service prices covering consultation, the formulation, and delivery — check the rolling monthly cost after any introductory offer.
Do I need a consultation for skin treatments online?▼
Most private treatments compared here are prescription-only, so a consultation reviewed by a UK prescriber is required and suitability is never guaranteed. Always use a GPhC-registered pharmacy and check the premises number on pharmacyregulation.org before ordering.
Acne or ageing — get a clinical review
Online skin services can prescribe after photos and a questionnaire, but sudden or severe skin changes still need a GP or dermatology review.