Every day in my practice, I meet patients who are overwhelmed.
They have tried multiple products. They have followed advice from social media, friends, and beauty trends. Many have spent significant amounts of money layering products that conflict with one another, often worsening their skin rather than improving it.
What I see repeatedly is not a lack of effort, but a lack of clear, professional guidance.
Skin is the largest organ of the body. It is complex. It responds to hormones, inflammation, environment, genetics, and internal health. No two individuals have the same skin, yet the market often treats skincare as though one routine fits all.
This is where the problem begins.
I created eDerma to bridge the gap between clinical dermatology and everyday skincare decisions. My vision was to build a platform where guidance comes before products, where individuals can access structured, medically informed recommendations without confusion or guesswork.
Whether someone is managing a simple barrier imbalance or a complex pathological condition, the starting point should always be understanding, not trends.
Through eDerma, I aim to streamline access to professional support. To triage concerns appropriately. To ensure that the right level of care is available, whether through our qualified somatologists working alongside me in practice, or through direct dermatological consultation.
Skincare should be intentional. Evidence-based. Personalised.
This platform exists to make that possible.
Dr Nivana





Meet the Team Behind Your Care
About Dr Nivana Ramlachan
Her expertise spans medical dermatology, skin cancer management, dermoscopy, mole mapping, and aesthetic dermatology.
Dr. Nivana Ramlachan has completed advanced surgical training locally and internationally, including a MOHS Micrographic Surgery Fellowship with the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
She practises in Pretoria, Gauteng, and is an active member of both local and international dermatological societies.
Our Qualified Therapists
Our skin therapist consultations are conducted by qualified somatologists who work alongside Dr Nivana within our two clinical practices.
They are trained in structured, treatment-based skincare guidance and understand the protocols used in dermatological care. This ensures that even everyday skin concerns are managed within a professional, medically aligned framework.
Where medical intervention is required, seamless referral to Dr Nivana is facilitated within the same practice environment.
Michelle
A qualified somatologist with over five years of experience in the skincare and aesthetics industry. She has a passion for advanced aesthetic treatments and has spent the past three years working alongside Dr N Ramlachan, where she continues to expand her skills and clinical knowledge to deliver safe, results-driven care.
Charlene
A qualified somatologist who is dedicated to exceptional patient care and has been working alongside Dr N Ramlachan for just over a year. She has a strong passion for product knowledge and takes pride in guiding her patients with informed, personalised advice to help them achieve the best possible skincare results.
Lianka
The newest member of our therapy team and brings with her valuable experience in advanced aesthetic treatments. She is passionate about delivering high-quality care and is committed to applying her expertise to help patients achieve safe, effective, and personalised aesthetic results
Skin Matters - Skin Cancer Solutions
Dr. Nivana Ramlachan is proudly part of the SkinMatters team, specializing in Mohs surgery for advanced skin cancer treatment in South Africa.