Valerie Osborne has spent over three decades working in the skincare and aesthetics industry in Ireland and abroad. Over that period, she has worked with and developed several professional skincare ranges, gaining valuable hands-on experience with some of the best in the field.

In 2002, with 10 years of sales, marketing, and management experience in the beauty industry, Valerie saw a gap in the market for advanced skincare services in Galway. “That’s when I finally decided to take the plunge and open Elysium in 2003,” she shares.

Starting with a modest 500 sq. ft. unit, Elysium quickly outgrew its space. By 2006, Valerie had purpose-built a 2,500 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility, transforming it into a luxurious Medi Spa. “We are now where I have always wanted to be and where my true passion lies: specialising in advanced skincare and laser treatments, as well as housing a surgeon-led medical aesthetic clinic,” Valerie highlights.

 

Clinic Overview

Located in An Fuaran, Moycullen, Galway, Elysium offers advanced skincare treatments and laser services. Under Valerie’s leadership, the clinic has earned national and international accolades for its exceptional professional standards.

At Elysium Skincare Clinic, healthy ageing and wellness are embraced, offering a comprehensive range of treatments, including anti-wrinkle injectables, dermal fillers, PRP, Profhilo®, and various laser therapies from some of the world’s leading beauty tech companies. Valerie’s team, including Dr. Lynn Spooner and Dr. Tom Barry, ensures bespoke treatment plans and homecare programs to achieve natural-looking results and long-term skin health.

A client’s first visit will always start with a consultation lasting 30 to 40 minutes. In addition to in-depth skin analysis, nutrition, homecare, and lifestyle will also be discussed. The clinic can then create a homecare and treatment plan to achieve your ultimate skincare goals.

Popular Treatments and Clientele

Elysium’s most sought-after treatments include advanced laser therapies from Sciton, such as BBL, Moxi, Clear Silk, and Clear V laser for leg vein removal. These, combined with other therapies such as peels and skin boosters provided by their aesthetic doctors, offer amazing results. Radiofrequency micro-needling is also a popular treatment at the clinic.

Clients range from those seeking to upgrade their skincare routines to those wanting to resolve long-term issues. “We take a full 360-degree approach, looking at lifestyle, hormones, past or existing medical conditions, and current skin health.”

Elysium offers a bespoke plan to help clients achieve their absolute best skin health. Additionally, it offers any other “tweakments” they may be interested in from the medical aesthetic team.

Commitment to Excellence

Valerie’s dedication to continuous learning is evident. “For me, this is a vocation, not a job. I eat, sleep, and breathe skincare! I love researching the latest advancements in the industry and enjoy delving into the backend of new developments—whether it’s an innovative peptide or an emerging technology,” she notes.

Over the years, Valerie has built successful relationships with other clinic owners, skincare specialists, and doctors around the country. “We regularly check in with each other when trialing new treatments or products for feedback. It’s great having a core group you have mutual respect for to refer to at times of crossroads in your business when looking to level up and invest.”

As Valerie points out, what sets Elysium apart from the competition is the ability to combine advances in medical aesthetics with the five-star luxury of a clinical setting, which distinguishes them from general skincare clinics.

Advice for Clients

Valerie recommends consistent homecare routines to maintain the results of in-clinic treatments. She explains, “Not doing this is the equivalent of going to a personal trainer once and expecting to see results without changing any other habits.”

 

 

Elysium Skincare Clinic

Location

  • 10 An Fuarán, Kylebroghlan, Moycullen, Co. Galway, H91 CR26

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