Dermacare

What Dermacare does

Dermacare is a physician-led medical aesthetics practice operating five clinics across San Diego and Orange County, California, founded in 2006 by Dr. Jeff Birchall, a double board-certified physician with 25+ years in aesthetics. The company provides a broad menu of non-surgical aesthetic services including neuromodulators (Botox, Dysport), dermal fillers, laser hair removal, laser skin rejuvenation, body contouring, facials, chemical peels, and women's wellness treatments such as Empower RF. Through its 2025 integration of Schoemann Plastic Surgery at the Encinitas flagship, Dermacare also offers surgical aesthetic procedures, making the Encinitas site a combined surgical and non-surgical destination.

The practice's technology stack consists of FDA-cleared, third-party energy-based devices (laser and radiofrequency platforms) and injectable products from major manufacturers; the firm has achieved Black Diamond / top-tier provider status with leading aesthetic manufacturers, a credential earned by high purchase volume. The Encinitas clinic is described as one of the busiest med-spa locations in the country, performing 30,000+ injectable treatments annually. Patients access services via in-clinic visits, online booking, and an e-commerce storefront for medical-grade skincare products.

Dermacare's revenue model combines per-treatment payments across injectables, laser, body contouring, and surgical procedures with a recurring subscription layer via the Dermacare Aesthetic Vault membership at $149/month, which provides monthly treatment credits. Customers are individual adult consumers seeking cosmetic and wellness services, with no enterprise or B2B contract revenue disclosed. The company remains founder-owned and operated with no disclosed outside funding.

Name

Dermacare

Legal name

Dermacare

Website

https://dermacaresandiego.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dermacare is a physician-led medical aesthetics practice operating five clinics across San Diego and Orange County, California, offering injectables, lasers, body contouring, women's wellness, and integrated plastic surgery to adult aesthetic consumers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Aesthetics / Med Spa Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF), Skincare Devices (Cleansing Brushes, Microcurrent, LED, Dermaplaning) (CRABAKAI)

Keywords

• Medical aesthetics
• Injectable treatments
• Laser skin rejuvenation
• Body contouring services
• Med spa services

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Aesthetic Medical Services: One-time and recurring fees for injectable treatments (BOTOX, dermal fillers), laser therapies, body contouring, and skin rejuvenation procedures. Treatments range from $11-16 per unit for BOTOX to $600-$1,200 per vial for Sculptra.
2. Membership Program (Dermacare Aesthetic Vault): Recurring monthly subscription at $149/month providing 15% off all products and services, complimentary full-face assessments, and access to VIP events. Minimum 6-month commitment with auto-renewal.
3. Medical-Grade Skincare Products: Direct sales of medical-grade skincare products through on-site retail and online store at store.dermacaresandiego.com.
4. Financing Services: Accepts CareCredit healthcare financing, enabling patients to spread treatment costs over time, increasing average transaction value and accessibility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dermacare is a physician-led medical aesthetics practice operating five med spa locations across San Diego and Orange County. It delivers aesthetic medical services including neuromodulator injectables (BOTOX, Dysport), dermal fillers (JUVÉDERM, Restylane, Sculptra), laser and light-based skin treatments, non-invasive body contouring, skin rejuvenation procedures, facials, women's health treatments, and plastic surgery. The practice also sells medical-grade skincare products and operates a recurring membership program.

Product overview

Dermacare Medical Aesthetics is a physician-led medical spa operating across five locations in San Diego and Orange County, California (Rancho Bernardo, Carlsbad, San Juan Capistrano, Encinitas, and Mission Valley). Founded in 2006 by Dr. Jeff Birchall, the practice offers a comprehensive suite of aesthetic treatments including injectables (Botox, Dysport, and dermal fillers such as JUVÉDERM, Restylane, Sculptra, Radiesse, Belotero, Bellafill, Kybella), laser and light therapies (Fraxel, IPL FotoFacial, Laser Genesis, Pico Laser, SmartSkin CO2, laser hair/tattoo/vein removal), body contouring (CoolSculpting, SculpSure, Cellulaze, Laser Lipo, PelleFirm, truSculpt flex), skin rejuvenation (chemical peels, VI Peel, microdermabrasion, microneedling with PRP, Potenza RF microneedling, DiamondGlow), facials, women's health treatments (MonaLisa Touch vaginal rejuvenation, weight loss injections), and plastic surgery services through Dr. Mark Schoemann at the Encinitas location. The practice also offers a membership program called Dermacare Aesthetic Vault ($149/month) and sells medical-grade skincare products through its online store. All treatments are administered by board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, registered nurses, and licensed estheticians with 60+ years of combined experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Botox and Dysport Injectable Treatments Neuromodulator injectables (BOTOX and Dysport) that temporarily relax facial muscles to smooth dynamic wrinkles such as forehead lines, crow's feet, and glabellar lines. Results typically last three to four months. Sold on a per-unit basis at $11–$16 per unit; a typical forehead treatment uses 10–20 units. For adult men and women seeking non-surgical facial rejuvenation.
• Dermal Filler Treatments Injectable fillers including JUVÉDERM, Restylane, Sculptra, Radiesse, Belotero, Bellafill, and Kybella that restore facial volume, smooth wrinkles, enhance lips, and contour features. Composed of hyaluronic acid, poly-L-lactic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, or collagen, each filler type has specific applications ranging from fine lines to deep folds and volume restoration. For adult consumers seeking facial rejuvenation and contouring.
• Laser and Light-Based Treatments Comprehensive laser and light-based treatments addressing skin rejuvenation, pigmentation, texture, hair removal, tattoo removal, and vascular concerns. Includes Fraxel, IPL FotoFacial, Laser Genesis, Pico Laser, SmartSkin CO2, LUX 1540 Fractional Laser, laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, laser vein treatment, Pellevé skin tightening, and Potenza RF microneedling. For adult consumers seeking skin rejuvenation and corrective treatments.
• Body Contouring Treatments Non-invasive and minimally invasive body sculpting treatments that target and reduce stubborn fat cells, tighten skin, and improve body contours without surgery. Includes CoolSculpting (cryolipolysis), SculpSure (laser lipolysis), Cellulaze, Laser Lipo, PelleFirm, truSculpt flex, and Alloclae body contouring. For adult consumers seeking body shaping and fat reduction.
• Skin Rejuvenation Treatments Exfoliation and skin renewal treatments that improve texture, tone, pigmentation, and signs of aging. Includes chemical peels (VI Peel), microdermabrasion, microneedling with PRP for skin rejuvenation, Potenza RF microneedling, DiamondGlow, and radio frequency excision. For adult consumers seeking skin texture and tone improvement.
• Medical-Grade Facials Medical-grade facial treatments customized to address specific skin concerns including deep cleansing, hydration, brightening, and anti-aging using clinical-strength products and techniques. For adult consumers seeking professional facial treatments.
• Women's Health Treatments Specialized treatments addressing feminine health concerns, including MonaLisa Touch vaginal rejuvenation, weight management through injectable medications, and treatment for female urinary incontinence. For women navigating perimenopause, menopause, or intimate wellness concerns.
• Plastic Surgery Services Surgical aesthetic procedures including facelifts, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, and body contouring, performed by double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Schoemann at the Encinitas location within a Quad A accredited surgical center. For adult consumers seeking surgical aesthetic enhancement.
• Dermacare Aesthetic Vault (Membership Program)

Quantifiable outcome

• Black Diamond provider status: Top 100 out of 30,000+ providers nationally
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• LaserAway: Largest U.S. med spa chain offering injectables, laser hair removal, body contouring, and skin treatments across dozens of locations. Directly comparable to Dermacare in service mix, though more franchise-like and geographically broader.
• SkinSpirit: Physician-led med spa offering injectables, laser, skin, and body treatments across multiple U.S. markets. Closely mirrors Dermacare's physician-led, premium positioning and treatment menu breadth.
• Ideal Image: National med spa chain specializing in BOTOX, dermal fillers, laser hair removal, and body contouring. Direct competitor with overlapping services, larger footprint, and mass-market positioning.
• SEV Laser: Aesthetics chain offering laser hair removal, injectables, and skin treatments across multiple states. Comparable service menu with a younger-skewing brand identity.
• Skin Laundry: Membership-driven med spa focused on laser facials and skin rejuvenation with a streamlined service menu and digital-first booking. Overlaps with Dermacare's skin rejuvenation category.

Emerging players

• VIO Med Spa: Growing med spa franchise offering injectables, body contouring, and skin treatments. Smaller scale than Dermacare but expanding rapidly into new geographies.
• Alchemy 43: Boutique aesthetics studio specializing in injectables with a modern, design-led brand. Partial overlap with Dermacare's injectable offerings, focused on a younger urban consumer.

Broad incumbents

• Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery: Multi-site dermatology, cosmetic surgery, and med spa group. Broader medical dermatology footprint combined with aesthetics, similar in integrated care model but with a much larger clinical scope.
• Sono Bello: National body contouring and cosmetic surgery chain. Comparable in surgical aesthetic services, particularly relevant to Dermacare's Encinitas Schoemann Plastic Surgery integration.

Regional players

• Cosmetic Laser Dermatology: San Diego-based dermatology and laser practice offering injectables, lasers, and cosmetic surgery. Direct local competitor to Dermacare with overlapping physician-led service delivery in the same geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/DermacareofSanDiego
• Facebookfacebook.com/DermacareSanDiego
• Instagraminstagram.com/dermacaremedicalspa
• Xx.com/dermacaresd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dermacare-san-diego

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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