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Dr. Alina Sholar, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Austin, Texas

Dr. Alina Sholar, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Plastic Surgery
Austin, Texas
NPI: 1235197393· License: 01062143A (IN) verify
3.9(31 ratings)

In Dr. Alina Sholar's own words

How Dr. Alina Sholar describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • Our practice creates truly bespoke treatments tailored to individual patient concerns, avoiding generic or cookie-cutter approaches.
  • Our practice's physician, expertise, and experience are distinguishing factors.
  • At Skin Science Soul, we combine physician-led expertise, advanced technology, and evidence-based skincare

Specialization

  • She is trusted as an educational resource, key opinion leader and educator
  • Specializes in integrative plastic surgery.

Technology

  • The practice features UltraClear, VirtueRF, Motus AZ+, and Discovery PICO as some of their most advanced technologies.

Training & credentials

  • Dr. Sholar was Board-Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in 2008

Consultation

  • The practice offers a 'SkinRx consultation' to help patients find the right treatment.

Results

  • Whether it’s injectables, laser treatments, regenerative medicine, or medical-grade skincare, our philosophy is simple: natural-looking results

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About

Dr. Alina Sholar is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Austin, Texas. She specializes in integrative plastic surgery and skincare, believing that healthy skin starts with science and that beauty already exists within individuals. Her practice focuses on enhancing natural features and helping patients feel like their best selves, offering personalized approaches that consider unique anatomy, skin health, and long-term goals. With nearly 30 years of experience advancing aesthetic medicine, Dr. Sholar is the author and editor of THE SKIN BOOK, an aesthetic dermatology textbook. Her practice was the first in Austin to offer aesthetic laser treatments, utilizing advanced technologies such as UltraClear, VirtueRF, Motus AZ+, and Discovery PICO. Every treatment, including injectables like Jeuveau, laser treatments, and medical-grade skincare, is guided by science, experience, and personalized care, aiming for natural-looking results with uncompromising safety. Dr. Sholar emphasizes that skincare doesn’t have to be complicated, advocating for intentional products like the AnteAGE MD system to support essential skin concerns.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Alina Sholar, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Juvederm

$495

1 patient report · 2009

Below typicalTypical in Austin: $534–$875 (median $775, 10 reports) compare ↗

Body Lift

$10,000

1 patient report · 2013

Below typicalTypical in Texas: $15,000–$20,663 (median $20,000, 9 reports) compare ↗

Tummy Tuck

$13,500

Average of 2 patient reports · 2009–2011

Above typicalTypical in Austin: $7,245–$12,187 (median $8,550, 16 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Alina Sholar

Sourced directly from Dr. Alina Sholar's social posts and replies.

What is UltraClear Laser and what does it treat?
UltraClear is an advanced cold fiber laser technology that is not a traditional resurfacing laser. It offers multiple modalities ('Clear' for superficial pigment, sun damage, tone, texture, radiance with minimal downtime; 'Ultra' for deeper collagen remodeling, fine lines, wrinkles, deeper texture, skin laxity) which can be combined for comprehensive treatment. It delivers energy with exceptional precision, minimizes unnecessary heat exposure, and is designed to be safe for all skin types. Treatments are highly customizable based on skin, concerns, goals, and desired downtime, designed for meaningful skin renewal rather than just a temporary glow.
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What is the AnteAGE MD system and how does it simplify skincare?
The AnteAGE MD system is a simple, intentional, science-backed skincare regimen designed to simplify your routine while providing essential skin support. It includes three products (Serum, Accelerator, and Brightener) that comprehensively target skin renewal, hydration, barrier support, texture, tone, signs of aging, and pigmentation, without requiring a multi-step routine.
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What is SkinWave and what are its benefits for skin health?
SkinWave is a science-backed skin health treatment designed to cleanse, exfoliate, extract, hydrate, and nourish the skin, supporting the skin barrier throughout. It involves gentle exfoliation, antioxidant-rich solutions, lymphatic drainage, electroporation, and LED light therapy. Each step has a purpose, helping to improve hydration, reduce congestion, and calm inflammation, leaving skin looking healthier for the long term, not just temporarily glowing. It is one of the practice's favorite treatments for achieving long-term skin health.
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How does collagen loss affect skin aging?
Collagen loss is a gradual, progressive process. The body starts producing less collagen in the 20s, with volume declining by approximately 1% each year by age 30 (when fine lines develop). This accelerates to 1.5% per year between ages 40-50 (when sagging occurs), and up to 2.5% annually during menopause.
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What is the approach to hair loss treatment at Skin Science Soul?
Hair loss is progressive and a sign that hair follicles need support, so early intervention can make a significant difference. If you notice increased shedding, a widening part, or thinning hair, it's recommended not to wait until it's advanced. The practice creates personalized, physician-directed hair restoration plans to optimize scalp health, support healthier follicles, and encourage stronger, fuller hair over time. The earlier treatment begins, the better your opportunity to preserve and restore healthy hair.
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Why does Skin Science Soul choose Jeuveau for neurotoxin treatments?
The practice chooses Jeuveau because it was purpose-built for aesthetics, crafted to deliver beautiful, natural-looking results. Formulated with Hi-Pure technology, it provides a remarkably clean, highly purified product. Patients experience smoother onset, consistent results, and an effortlessly refreshed look without appearing overdone from their very first treatment. It is considered a modern, intentional neurotoxin made specifically for aesthetic outcomes.
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What should patients consider when choosing an aesthetic medical provider?
Choosing an aesthetic medical provider is about more than just the treatment; it's about the expertise behind every decision. Patients should seek the 'best of the best' and choose a plastic surgeon for aesthetic medical treatments. Confidence starts with selecting the appropriate physician, especially one who has spent nearly 30 years advancing the field, not just practicing it.
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How can I find the right treatment for my skin concerns?
The practice offers a 'SkinRx consultation' specifically designed to help patients find the treatment that is right for them, matching the appropriate technology to individual skin and goals.
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From Dr. Alina Sholar's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. Alina Sholar mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Alina Sholar's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

LasersUltraClear · 8
InjectablesJeuveau · 4

Patient Experience

Dr. Alina Sholar Review Summary

3.45
Dr. Sholar has a mixed bag of reviews. While her overall rating is 3.0, Healthgrades users give her a 3.9 out of 5. This suggests some variability in patient experiences.

Ratings from Other Platforms

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3.9 out of 5

Based on 31 reviews

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Dr. Alina Sholar, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Austin, Texas

Skin Science Soul by Dr.

8305 Shoal Creek Blvd., Austin, Texas

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Industry Payments

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No industry payments reported. We checked Dr. Alina Sholar against the CMS Open Payments database and found no payments from drug or device makers on record for 2025, the most recent year CMS has published.

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Location & Contact Information

Skin Science Soul by Dr.

8305 Shoal Creek Blvd.

Austin, Texas

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Office Information

Where does Dr. Alina Sholar practice?

Doctor's Office

Skin Science Soul by Dr. (Primary)

8305 Shoal Creek Blvd., Austin, Texas

(4 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Serenity Medical Center

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Education & Experience

Education

Txaggie'95
Utmb Md
Tamu Health Law 2024
Texas A&m
University Of Texas Medical Branch School Of Medicine

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Plastic Surgeon Board-certified 2008

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Alina Sholar online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointments are available. It's best to contact Dr. Sholar's office directly to inquire about booking options.
Does Dr. Alina Sholar offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't mention telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended for clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Alina Sholar?
Patient reviews range from highly positive ("Would Do It Again...no Question!") to negative experiences with drainage and surgical outcomes related to breast lift, brachioplasty, and back lift. There's also a review mentioning Juvederm treatment for lips.
What areas of care does Dr. Alina Sholar cater to?
Dr. Sholar specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery, cosmetic surgery, and skin rejuvenation. She offers a range of treatments, including surgical procedures like tummy tucks and body lifts, as well as non-surgical options like Juvederm injections. Dr. Sholar's practice emphasizes that skincare doesn’t have to be complicated, focusing on personalized approaches that consider a patient's unique anatomy, skin health, and long-term goals. Their philosophy for all treatments, including injectables, laser treatments, regenerative medicine, or medical-grade skincare, is to achieve natural-looking results with uncompromising safety and care patients can trust. They do not believe in one-size-fits-all aesthetics, instead matching the right technology to a patient's skin and goals for concerns like smoother skin, improved texture, tighter skin, pigment correction, or laser hair reduction. Every treatment is guided by science, experience, and personalized care, combining physician-led expertise, advanced technology, and evidence-based skincare to support collagen production. Healthy skin starts with science, and treatment plans are designed for the patient's skin, not just their age. Laser treatments should always be tailored and not one-size-fits-all.