As seen in Harper’s Bazaar:

‘The ultimate guide to the best advanced facials in London’

From achieving skin-smoothing to collagen renewal, these are the high-tech bookings to make now, as recommended by Bazaar’s beauty team

Best for: next-gen skin peels

President of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine, Dr Uliana Gout, might be a formidable name in the industry, but as a practitioner she couldn’t be warmer. Her approach is reassuring, realistic and remarkably confident (ask her about any skin condition or concern, and she’ll show you the book she wrote on it) with a knowledge of aesthetic research that knows no bounds.

If you’re lucky enough to snag an appointment at her Harley Street clinic, be prepared for a slightly unusual consultation – especially if you’re used to the standard list of lifestyle questions. Gout gets to know her clients by forensically assessing their bone structure (cue a series of facial exercise movements) skin resilience and genetics: come prepared with photos of your parents, if possible. You’ll receive a fascinating insight into your ageing prognosis, all with a refreshingly positive outlook.

Next, on to the treatments. Botox, mesotheraapy and fillers (using a gentle cannula rather than a needle) are all on the menu, but start with one of Gout’s customised peel-based facials, which can be used to treat dullness, acne, and everything in-between. If you’re looking for proactive, judgement-free help with a perceived skin issue, Gout is the gold standard.