The Cosmetic Skin Clinic - London

Dr Joanna Christou MBBS BDS (Hons) MJDF RCS is a dual qualified dentist and medical doctor. This has allowed her to become an advanced medical aesthetic doctor with a special interest in facial musculature, gained through her years of experience in both fields.

She studied in oral and maxillofacial surgery at University College London Hospital, Guy’s, King’s and St. Thomas’ School of Medicine and Dentistry, and Queen Mary University of London, gaining degrees with licence to practice in both medicine and dentistry. She added to her expertise at Harvard Dental School in Boston, MA and The New York University College of Dentistry.

Dr Christou is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC no. 7410128) and the General Dental Council (GDC no. 113777). She is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons and operates out of the Imperial NHS Trust surgical team whilst also being an appraiser for the Independent Doctors Federation. It is her unique knowledge of the structure of the face, combined with her training in aesthetics which has allowed Dr Joanna to create the in-demand signatory ‘natural look’ for patients.

Treatments performed by Dr Joanna Christou:

• Dermal Fillers
• Tear Trough Filler
• Profhilo
• Profhilo Structura
• Non-surgical Rhinoplasty
• Hyperhidrosis Treatment
• Silhouette Soft Thread Lift

Magda qualified in 2008. Magda is a high-level medical aesthetician whose hands have graced the bodies of many A-list patients, working her magic on their skin. She specialises in CoolSculpting® body contouring, skin tightening and lifting, peeling and laser treatments for skin improvement and rejuvenation.

Magda was the first – and now the most well-known – practitioner in the UK to perform CoolSculpting which is now one of the most popular fat freezing cryolipolysis treatments worldwide. She has performed over 8,000 CoolSculpting procedures to date, making her the most experienced practitioner in Western Europe.

Treatments performed by Magda Szczukiewicz:

• CoolSculpting
• EMSculpt
• Thermage®
• Ultherapy®
• Clear + Brilliant
• Forever Young BBL
• Moxi Laser
• Chemical Skin Peels

Dr Jarvie-Thomas studied medicine at the University of Oxford and was also awarded a First-Class MA (Hons) in Medical Sciences. He further added to his experience working with plastic surgery teams in Auckland, New Zealand and Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. He is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC no. 7661385).

Dr Jarvie-Thomas is a published author in the fields of plastic surgery and oncology and has a special interest in anatomy and advanced non-surgical aesthetics. He offers a wide spectrum of non-invasive and non-surgical aesthetic procedures including advanced dermal filler and wrinkle relaxing injections, Profhilo®, Ultherapy®, Morpheus8 as well as radiofrequency and thermal-ablative therapies. By combining his scientific approach and anatomical knowledge with his attention to detail, Dr Jarvie-Thomas aims to create personalised and natural results for each of his patients.

First time Tatler entrant, Dr Matthew Jarvie-Thomas has been named as one of the Top 40 surgeons and cosmetic doctors in Tatler Beauty and Cosmetic Surgery Guide 2022. He has been named for Non-Surgical Lifts, thanks to his expertise in injectables and unique combination treatment of Morpheus8 and Ultherapy.

Dr Matthew Jarvie-Thomas: "Dr Tracy Mountford and her team at The Cosmetic Skin Clinic have set an example for the industry for the last 25 years, keeping up to date with the very latest advances in technology and medical sciences to offer consistent and natural results. I’m delighted to be working with the exceptional team here."

Treatments performed by Dr Matthew Jarvie-Thomas:

• Dermal Fillers
• Profhilo
• Ultherapy
• Morpheus8
• Anti-wrinkle injections

Georgina graduated from Coventry University in 2007 as a Registered General Nurse (RGN no: 07K0500E) with a BSC qualification in Adult Nursing. She started her career with a leading high street clinic chain where she quickly became their ‘Lead Nurse’. She was responsible for training all new staff and worked in collaboration with dermatologists where she discovered her passion for skincare.

She is highly skilled in advanced muscle relaxants and dermal filler facial rejuvenation treatments and has been performing these for the last ten years to deliver natural looking results for a ‘fresh faced’ appearance. Her passion is also in technologies where she worked for a time with a well-known medical technology company as their UK trainer – training all their dermatologists and doctors on skin tightening, non-ablative and ablative fractional laser treatments as well as body contouring devices.

Treatments performed by Georgina Bannister:

• Dermal Fillers
• Tear Trough Fillers
• Tixel
• Polynucleotides
• Clear + Brilliant
• Thermage FLX
• Thermage
• Profhilo
• Profhilo Structura
• Morpheus8
• Ultherapy
• Moxi Laser
• Forever Young BBL
• Hand Rejuvenation

As a third-generation doctor, Dr Hao Hanson brings a legacy of excellence to The Cosmetic Skin Clinic. With degrees in Medicine and Surgery, along with a Master’s of Science in Translational Medicine, Dr. Hanson seamlessly integrates advanced Western clinical medicine with a profound knowledge of natural botanical remedies rooted in authentic traditional Chinese medicine.

Specialising in non-surgical aesthetic treatments, Dr. Hanson has mastered various injection techniques and stays at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies. His meticulous attention to detail allows him to artistically restore the arcs and contours of the face and body, delivering beautiful, youthful results with care and precision.

Treatments performed by Dr Hao Hanson Yu:

• Endolift
• Dermal Filler
• Hyperhidrosis
• Profhilo
• Profhilo Structura
• Polynucleotides

Dr Charlotte Woodward is the co-founder and medical director of River Aesthetics, the sister clinic of The Cosmetic Skin Clinic. With over 32 years of invaluable clinical expertise, she is a highly accomplished and accredited medical aesthetics doctor and general practitioner (GP) who has focused on exclusively practicing in the aesthetics field for more than 19 years.

During her time as a GP, Dr Woodward discovered the world of aesthetics. She was immediately captivated by the artistic aspect, the ability to boost people’s self-esteem and the honour of witnessing her patients’ joyful reactions to seeing their transformative results in the mirror.

Treatments performed by Dr Charlotte Woodward in London:

• Silhouette Soft Thread Lift

Treatments performed in Bournemouth & Lymington by Dr Charlotte Woodward:

• Dermal Fillers
• Thread Lifts
• Anti-Wrinkle Injections
• Polynucleotides
• Profhilo
• Viscoderm Hydrobooster
• Ellanse M Collagen Stimulator
• Collagen Booster Treatments
• Desirial

Dr Victoria Manning is the co-founder and medical director of our sister clinic, River Aesthetics. With over 20 years of clinic experience across general practice and aesthetics, Dr Manning is a highly skilled and experienced medical aesthetics doctor. With a special interest in collagen stimulation and thread lifting, she seamlessly combines clinical proficiency with artistic finesse.

Dr Manning is fervently dedicated to educating fellow medical professionals, and she champions the significance of knowledge sharing among aesthetic practitioners, rooted in the belief that we never stop learning no matter how long we have been doing something.

Treatments performed by Dr Victoria Manning in London:

• Silhouette Soft Thread Lift

Treatments performed by Dr Victoria Manning in Bournemouth & Lymington:

• Dermal Fillers
• Thread Lifts
• Anti-Wrinkle Injections
• Polynucleotides
• Profhilo
• Viscoderm Hydrobooster
• Ellanse M Collagen Stimulator
• Collagen Booster Treatments
• Desirial

Dr Anju Mehta MBBS, MD, Level 7 Diploma, joins the team with more than 20 years of clinical experience as an Anaesthetist working in the NHS and internationally.

She ventured into the field of Aesthetics after completing the Ofqual-regulated and JCCP-approved postgraduate Level 7 diploma in injectables from one of the leading providers and now works exclusively in the aesthetics sector.

Treatments performed by Dr Anju Mehta:

• Dermal fillers
• Profhilo
• Profhilo Structura
• Polynucleotides
• Hyperhidrosis
• Forever Young BBL
• Moxi Laser

Dr Melissa is highly regarded in the field of cosmetic medicine. Her many talents include natural soft facial rejuvenation with non-surgical rhinoplasty (nose re-shaping) as a specialist area of interest.

Dr Melissa qualified from St Thomas’ Hospital Medical School in 1983. Dr Fitzgerald is also registered with the General Medical Council (GMC no. 2846237). Her early career was involved in the pioneering field of cardiothoracic transplantation at Harefield Hospital, Middlesex. She has been performing non-surgical cosmetic treatments since 2008. She is also known for her artistic eye and skilled hands and for her professional, friendly and honest approach.

Treatments performed by Dr Melissa Fitzgerald:

• Dermal Fillers
• Tear Trough Fillers
• Profhilo
• Hyperhidrosis
• Non-surgical Rhinoplasty
• Non-surgical Facelift
• Polynucleotides

Dr. Anna Porter qualified from Guys King and St Thomas’ School of Medicine in 2005 and worked in medicine in London hospitals until she qualified as a General Practitioner in 2010.

She first trained in Aesthetics in 2013 and qualified in Advanced anti-wrinkle treatments offering subtle and natural-looking results. Dr Anna Porter continues to work in General Practice and Menopause Health alongside Aesthetics practice and this background makes her all too aware of what happens to our skin as we age.

Treatments performed by Dr Anna Porter:

• Profhilo
• Profhilo Structura
• Dermal Fillers
• Polynucleotides
• Hyperhidrosis
• Ultherapy
• Morpheus8

Dr Meriem Martins is an experienced Cosmetic Doctor specialising in non-surgical aesthetic treatments. She has almost 40 years of clinical experience and over 15 years in Aesthetics.

Treatments performed by Dr Meriem Martins:

• Dermal Fillers
• Profhilo
• Profhilo Structura
• Polynucleotides
• Silhouette Soft threads
• Microneedling
• Skin Peels
• Hyperhidrosis
• Ultherapy
• Moxi Laser
• Forever Young BBL

Dr. Rosa Santa Cruz is a distinguished Consultant General Surgeon with over a decade of experience in administering injectable treatments for facial rejuvenation. Since 2010, she has been enhancing the natural beauty of her patients through advanced injectable techniques.

• Thread Lift

Tara is a highly experienced and skilled senior nurse practitioner (RGN no: 83Y5627E) who has been specialising in cosmetic treatments for the past 18 years and has performed over 30,000 aesthetic procedures.

As a much sought-after member of The Cosmetic Skin Clinic’s team, Tara has been described as the “jewel in Mountford’s crown”. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise in numerous treatments including Dermal Filler and Ultherapy®, Tara is the expert that many turn to for their facial contouring, volume loss and skin tightening needs.

Treatments performed by Tara Jackson:

• Dermal Filler
• Tear Trough Fillers
• Tixel
• Hyperhidrosis
• Profhilo
• Profhilo Structura
• Ultherapy®
• Polynucleotides
• Morpheus8
• Thermage
• Hand Rejuvenation

Rachael has spent over 10 years within the medical aesthetics industry, having spent over 9 years of those at The Cosmetic Skin Clinic.

She graduated from Buckinghamshire New University as a RGN (RGN no: 20A2107E) to pursue her passion for aesthetics.

During her time at The Cosmetic Skin Clinic, Rachael has worked closely alongside Dr Mountford, learning from her highly visual approach and continuously developing her knowledge of facial anatomy to be able to offer the highest standard of treatments.

Treatments performed by Rachael Irwin:

• Dermal Fillers
• Profhilo
• Profhilo Structura
• Polynucleotides
• Tixel
• Ultherapy
• Morpheus8
• Thermage
• NanoLaserPeel
• Forever Young BBL
• Clear + Brilliant
• Hyperhidrosis
• Hand Rejuvenation

Marie Narsoomamode is a highly skilled Specialist Aesthetics and Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Independent Nurse Prescriber. With extensive experience and a deep understanding of the latest advancements in technology, Marie has performed thousands of procedures, witnessing firsthand the dynamic evolution of the cosmetics industry.

Marie graduated with an Honours Degree in Nursing and Health Studies/Nutrition from St Mary’s Nursing School in Paddington. As an Independent Nurse Prescriber, she possesses comprehensive qualifications and training in the use of nearly all lasers and IPL technologies in dermatology and aesthetic medicine.

Treatments performed by Marie Narsoomamode:

• Sclerotherapy
• Veins Cutera CoolGlide
• Dermal Fillers
• Profhilo
• Polynucleotides
• Morpheus8
• Forever Young BBL
• Moxi Laser
• Hyperhidrosis
• Calecim

Rumyana is a highly experienced aesthetic practitioner who has been working in the industry for over 12 years. Known for her friendly and professional manner, she is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and satisfaction.

Rumyana began her career in aesthetics in 2013, quickly specialising in a range of treatments. Following her initial specialisations, Rumyana further honed her skills in microneedling, chemical peels, and advanced facials. She completed her training with some of the top professional training companies, ensuring she remained at the forefront of the industry.

Treatments performed by Rumyana Atanasova:

• Chemical Skin Peels
• Forever Young BBL
• Moxi Laser
• Morpheus8
• Hydrafacial
• Microneedling
• Ultherapy
• Thread Vein Removal
• Laser Genesis
• Regenlite Laser
• Body Ballancer
• Keravive
• Calecim Hair Loss

Ria is an experienced medical aesthetician with more than ten years’ experience in the industry. Since qualifying in 2005, Ria has worked in some of the most prestigious establishments in the non-surgical cosmetic industry, specialising in skin rejuvenation, skin tightening, laser treatments and body contouring.

Ria is our specialist for CoolSculpting® and other body contouring treatments like EMSculpt and EMSculpt Neo. She is also highly trained and experienced in delivering skin tightening treatments such as Thermage® and Ultherapy® as well as an array of laser treatments such as Clear + Brilliant® and IPL.

Treatments performed by Ria Murch:

• CoolSculpting®
• EMSculpt®
• EMSculpt Neo
• Morpheus8
• Thermage®
• Ultherapy®
• Clear + Brilliant®
• Tixel
• Forever Young BBL
• Hydrafacial

Kelly Morrell is a qualified Scalp Micropigmentation technician & Aesthetic practitioner who founded Scalp Confidential over two years ago. Kelly qualified as an aesthetic therapist in 1994 so has many years of experience, and has worked within the hair loss industry since 2014.

Kelly set up her Hair Restoration Consultancy to help meet the increasing demand from patients for alternative treatments. Kelly offers a range of treatments to help treat or camouflage hair loss that can be carefully tailored to the needs of each individual patient, including Scalp Micropigmentation and Mesotherapy growth factor treatments. She is the UK’s leading Calecim Hair Loss Treatment expert and she also works hand-in-hand with Hair transplant surgeons to deliver bespoke treatment programmes.

Treatments performed by Kelly Morrell:

• Calecim Hair Loss Treatment
• Scalp Micropigmentation
• Mesotherapy