Yvette Thomson dives into one of west London's most luxurious wellness hotspots and discovers a sanctuary like no other.
Summer may fade from the calendar, but it rarely fades from the skin. Sunshine, sea, flights and late nights leave a quieter legacy: dryness, uneven tone, fine lines and a surface that feels just a little less alive. October is the perfect moment to pause and repair. For those who want more than a quick facial, there is one destination that feels worlds apart: The HVN in Knightsbridge.
The HVN is not simply a clinic; it is an experience that rewrites what wellness can look and feel like. Conceived by visionary entrepreneur, Braj Binani, and led by internationally acclaimed laser specialist Dr Tanja Philips, it gathers leading doctors, pioneering technology and intelligent integrative medicine under one serene roof.
Step inside and London disappears. Living greenery softens polished walls, filtered air feels crisp and clear, and subtle lighting moves with the body’s circadian rhythm. Gentle birdsong hums somewhere in the distance. It is part spa, part futuristic laboratory, and entirely unlike anywhere else in the city.
During an in-depth consultation with Dr Elham Kordrostami, one of The HVN’s newest experts, the conversation turned to how summer truly leaves its mark – and how to reverse it with care and precision. Of the clinic’s more than two hundred treatments, four stand out as a powerful way to reclaim strength and luminosity.
SkinPen® Precision Microneedling
This refined microneedling uses ultra fine needles to awaken the skin’s natural repair response and boost new collagen. It smooths texture, softens fine lines and restores the even surface dulled by months of heat and travel.
Skin Boosters
Infusions of deep hydration and advanced bio-stimulating formulas breathe life back into tired skin. The HVN uses boosters such as Profhilo and Polynucleotides to plump, nourish and restore the glow that often disappears after a long summer.
Exosomes
At the frontier of regenerative medicine, exosomes work as cellular messengers that accelerate repair, calm inflammation and reinforce the skin barrier. When combined with SkinPen microneedling, the result is a transformative renewal from the inside out.
Fotona 4D® Lift
This sophisticated multi-layer laser treatment resurfaces, refines and brightens, while also delivering a gentle lift. It clears pigment, smooths fine lines and revives the natural structure of the face with no harsh downtime.
Among these, the Fotona 4D® Lift feels like the ultimate hero – advanced yet elegant, able to reset and lift in one considered session.
The HVN is built on thoughtfulness. Each journey begins with conversation and detailed analysis, ensuring every recommendation is made with care and precision. The surroundings are deliberately soothing, allowing the mind to settle while the clinical team works on deep cellular repair and visible radiance.
October is the sweet spot. Sun damage is still fresh enough to treat effectively, and a proper reset now builds resilience for the colder months ahead. The HVN brings together science and sensory experience in a way that is rarely found: cutting edge, deeply restorative and quietly luxurious.
The HVN, Knightsbridge
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