Background
Our journey began in 2005, when we launched as a Medical Distribution company named Leenyx Technologies. 2007 brought a significant evolution as we added an Aesthetics Division to the business.
The evolution continued in 2018: to cement ourselves as the continent’s leading distributor of minimally invasive aesthetic medicine, we re-branded as Dermafrica.
Dermafrica is led by highly trained and skilled medical doctors and the company is made up of a network of experienced and knowledgeable medical reps across South Africa.
We are particular when it comes to the brands we represent. It’s about finding the best possible solutions through the world’s most exclusive brands and bringing them to you.
We place great emphasis on training and education because we believe that a product is only as good as the hands it’s in. Our products undergo continuous testing to ensure optimal results and the most effective protocols.
Executive Team
Dr Johan Botha
Founder
MBChB MMED (LET O) (STELL)
Since founding the company, Dr Botha has been on the quest to bring innovation to the medical aesthetic market and to introduce leading global brands to the South African market.
He has always had an interest in revolutionary products and market trends in the industry. An ENT surgeon by profession, Dr Botha also has the distinction of being a certified Aptos trainer.
Anton Esterhuyse
CEO
Anton is passionate about improving the health and lives of people. He is a dedicated family man and a successful executive manager, with 25 years’ experience in the Pharmaceutical and Health industry.
He believes that God’s gift to us are our talents and that our gift to God is developing it – it’s about growth.
Dr Marisa Heyns
Head of training
MBChB (UCT) MSc Aesthetic Medicine
A general practitioner with a Masters in Aesthetic Medicine and Therapeutics practicing in the field of regenerative medical aesthetics and soft surgery.
A KOL in Plexr, as well as the certified Plexr trainer for South Africa. Dr Heyns heads up the clinical training and act as clinical consultant for mesoestetic South Africa, as well as training doctors in methods of PRP (Platelet rich plasma rejuvenation), Mesotherapy and Lipolysis Techniques.
Marianne Amann
National Sales Manager
Marianne has over 30 years’ experience in sales and service in the medical industry. She is passionate about investment in good skin, excellent client service and loves travel and good food.
Louise Farr
Head of Marketing
Louise works to ensure that the company, and the brands it represents, has a strong presence in the South African market. She is passionate about the evolution of marketing and eagerly takes on new challenges, having led two start-ups from concept to consumer.
Mariska Ronander
Head of Administration
Having been with the company since its inception, Mariska has helped steer Dermafrica to where it is today. She takes care of much more than her title describes, but has a keen interest in all-things-data. To decompress, she takes on mountain bike trails.