RDG Clinic · cosmetologist in central Riga
Cosmetologist in Riga for consultation and professional skin care
Begin with an assessment of your skin and daily routine, not a randomly chosen treatment. A cosmetologist can simplify home care, select appropriate professional care, and recommend a dermatologist when medical diagnosis is needed.
- Clinical setting
- Individual skin-care plan
- In-person appointment in central Riga
Professional care in practice
Massage and an alginate mask are one option, not an automatic choice
In the video, cosmetologist Arina Karoļinska explains the role of facial massage and a soothing alginate mask in professional care. The actual session is selected for the skin’s current condition, sensitivity, goals, and previous experience; sometimes the most useful first step is simply a consultation and a more manageable home routine.
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Device-based treatments and injections are often chosen to improve facial skin quality, but the value of facial massage should not be overlooked. It can be adapted for women and men according to the needs of the skin and tissues. Massage may be relaxing, lymphatic-drainage, myofascial, or lifting-focused. It helps relax muscles, improve microcirculation, and reduce puffiness. It may be performed once or as a course and combined with professional skin care. The treatment ends with a cooling, soothing aloe alginate mask. Afterwards, the skin appears fresher and more hydrated.
Cosmetology sessions
Professional facial care lasting 45–90 minutes
A session begins with a brief assessment of your skin and home routine. Depending on current needs, it may include gentle cleansing, exfoliation, hydration, soothing or barrier-supportive care, massage, and a mask.
RDG specialists
Choose the appropriate specialist
Arina Karoļinska is a cosmetologist who helps with home care and professional facial treatments. Dr Žanna Naumoveca works in aesthetic and preventive dermatology and is the appropriate choice when broader medical or aesthetic assessment is needed before skin care.
Dr. Žanna Naumoveca
Physician-Therapist, Aesthetic and Preventive Dermatology
Consultation languages
When to choose a doctor first
A cosmetologist supports skin care but does not replace a dermatologist
If the main concern is an active or persistent skin condition, or you need diagnosis, a prescription, or examination of a lesion, a dermatologist is the appropriate starting point. The common medical concerns below already have dedicated care pathways.
Acne
Inflammatory breakouts, comedones, and risk of scarring in adolescents and adults.
View the medical care pathwayRosacea
Recurring or persistent facial redness, sensitivity, breakouts, and visible blood vessels.
View the medical care pathwayAtopic dermatitis and eczema
Itchy, dry, inflamed skin with recurring flares and impaired skin-barrier function.
View the medical care pathwayPsoriasis
A chronic inflammatory disease that can affect skin, nails, joints, and quality of life.
View the medical care pathwayChoose a doctor as well if
- symptoms are worsening quickly
- there is pain, bleeding, or a sign of infection
- you need diagnosis or prescription treatment
- a mole or another skin lesion is changing
Your first appointment
From your current routine to a practical care plan
Discuss your skin and current routine
Tell us about sensitivity, dryness, oiliness, comedones, previous treatments, and the products you currently use at home.
Assess current cosmetic needs
The cosmetologist examines the skin barrier, hydration, sensitivity, and texture in person. This is not a dermatological diagnosis.
Agree on a realistic next step
The outcome may be a simplified home routine, a suitable professional facial, an ongoing care plan, or advice to consult a doctor first.
Before booking
Common questions about seeing a cosmetologist
What is the difference between a cosmetologist and a dermatologist?
A cosmetologist helps with daily skin care, cosmetic needs, and professional facial treatments. A dermatologist diagnoses and treats skin disease, prescribes medication, and assesses suspicious skin lesions. If the boundary is unclear, describe your symptoms in the request and the clinic will help route your appointment.
Can I have a treatment at the first visit?
It depends on the appointment type, available time, and your skin. A separate consultation is intended for assessment and planning; a treatment may need its own appointment. The administrator will clarify this before your visit.
What should I bring to the consultation?
A list or photographs of your skin-care products, information about medication, allergies, and recent procedures, and photographs of previous reactions can be useful. Avoid a heavy layer of makeup on the day if possible.
Does a cosmetologist treat acne or rosacea?
Cosmetology may complement a doctor’s plan but does not replace diagnosis or medical treatment. Active, painful, or persistent acne, rosacea, and other inflammatory conditions should be assessed by a dermatologist first.
How often should I see a cosmetologist?
There is no single schedule for everyone. Frequency depends on your skin, goal, selected treatment, home care, and response to the previous session.
Will I receive home-care recommendations?
Yes. The aim is a practical plan: which basic steps are needed, what may be best stopped or introduced gradually, and how to monitor skin tolerance.
Can men book a consultation?
Yes. Skin assessment and care are adapted to individual needs, not gender.
Begin with an assessment
Less guesswork and a clearer skin-care plan
Request a cosmetologist consultation and briefly tell us what concerns you and what you currently use. If a doctor is the better first appointment, the clinic will help route you appropriately.
RDG Clinic · Rīga
Plan your visit
Kr. Valdemāra iela 33a-3a
Rīga, LV-1010
Mon–Fri: 10:00–19:00Sat: 10:00–15:00Sun: closed