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rtwskin
Cobden House Medical Centre, 25 London Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1DA
01892 Reveal Number
Call Nowrtwskin is an Independent Dermatology and Aesthetic Clinic regulated by the Care Quality Commission and SAVE FACE. The team consists of two doctors, one dermatologist, two nurses and three beauty therapists who provide aesthetic medical skin care and beauty treatments from non-surgical face-lifts and skin laxity treatments to cosmetic dermatology and anti-ageing procedures. Medically owned and lead, our clinic is proud to offer only the highest quality services; you can be reassured that ethics come before profit - we will not treat you if we don't believe we can give you a result.
We use only the leading brands of muscle-relaxing injection products and a full range of dermal fillers such as Juvéderm. Our team of Medical Professionals have performed thousands of facial injection procedures since opening in 2005. In 2019, we did over 4,000 injection procedures and 98% of our clients have said they would recommend us to friends or family.
The Clinic is also a Training Centre for DEKA Lasers in the UK and our unsurpassed range of the latest medical lasers and IPL devices provide extremely effective treatments for unwanted hair, unsightly thread and larger veins, wrinkles, skin lesions, pigmentation, acne, rosacea, cellulite and tattoos.
Our skin experts will use the latest computerised and photographic techniques as well as our Doctors and Nurses skill and knowledge to assess your skin's needs. We will advise you of the best and most economic course of treatment to improve the appearance and health of your skin and deal with specific and personal issues.
Consultations are and will always be complimentary so you have nothing to lose in getting sound and unbiased advice. Unlike Day Spas and Beauty Salons, rtwskin is operated by and under the supervision of Medical Professionals; we are registered with the Care Quality Commission and SAVE FACE and belong to many professional associations which ensure high standards and exemplary care.
Our clinic provides a comfortable and pleasing facility set in the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells with a relaxing ambience in which to offer the latest technology, science and natural products to achieve the improvements in appearance and aesthetic results desired.
rtwskin is owned and run by Dr Nina Sheffield, and supported by highly trained Surgeons, Doctors, Practitioners and Therapists who administer treatments under strict and approved written protocols. rtwskin is the perfect balance of clinical excellence, the latest technology, and comfortable relaxing luxury.
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Mr John Sheffield
Registered Clinic Manager & Owner Registered Manager
Dr Nina Sheffield
Owner & Doctor within the Clinic Nina is owner of the Clinic and also a Doctor in the Clinic.
Nurse Zita Llamal
Zivile Ruksenaite
Aesthetic Therapist Zivile joined rtwskin in June 2018 and has over five years' experience working in the Aesthetics Industry.
Mrs Nicola Jones
Registered Aesthetic Nurse Prescriber My journey into Aesthetics started in 2006 where I graduated from an “Esthetician” School in Maui, Hawaii.
Amy Lawrence
FOH Receptionist Amy is our Front of House Receptionist. Her kind personality really shines through and she is completely dedicated to making each and every client feel welcome, happy and in safe hands. “I first came to rtwskin as a client to seek help with some issues I had. It was from this point that I realised that Aesthetics was an industry I wanted to be a part of, especially here at rtwskin.”
Dr Fatima Ahmed
Specialist Doctor in Dermatology MBBS MSc. Dermatology Skills & Treatment PG Dip. Practical Dermatology PG Cert. Ultrasonology. Dr Fatima is theOur Other Services
Treatments, Products and Conditions
rtwskin Treatments
Botulinum Toxin
Botulinum toxin type A, know by the brand names Botox (Vistabel), Dysport (Azzalure) and Xeomin (Bocouture), is a naturally occurring protein produced by the bacterium clostridium botulinum. It is licensed as a prescription only medicine and can be used to treat wrinkles like frown lines and crow`s feet as well as hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating. As a prescription only medicine, it requires a face-to-face consultation to determine your suitability for treatment.[Read More]
Cellulite Treatment (Mechanical Massage)
Cellulite is often referred to as looking like “orange peel” on the skin. Endermologie® is the world’s first patented mechanical cellulite treatment technology to be approved by the FDA.[Read More]
Chemical Peels
The use of chemical peels to soften and improve the appearance of skin dates back to the ancient Egyptians. Today, scientists have identified numerous forms of acid which can be used to treat skin.[Read More]
Cryolipolysis
Cryolipolysis is a non-invasive fat removal procedure. It involves the cooling of subcutaneous fat cells, which induces lipolysis, the breaking down of the fat cells, without damaging any of the surrounding tissues or the skin.[Read More]
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are made of various kinds of natural, man-made or synthetic materials that have been developed for injection into the skin and lips; including hyaluronic acid.[Read More]
Electrolysis (Hair Removal)
The first recorded use of electricity for epilation or hair removal was in 1875. Currently, needle-type electrolysis is the only method which can guarantee permanent hair removal. Advanced techniques are used to also remove lumps and bumps such as moles and warts.[Read More]
Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing
Unlike ablative and non-ablative lasers Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing (Fractional Photothermolysis) only damages small zones within a target area, causing fractional trauma and quicker recovery. [Read More]
Infra Red Laser Skin Tightening
Infra Red Laser Skin Tightening, currently available in the UK using the Titan device, is the latest, minimally invasive way to tighten skin and reverse the signs of ageing. [Read More]
Laser and IPL Hair Removal
Many different types of Laser and IPL, or LHE devices have been developed to remove body hair to a significant degree. This section contains more info on treatment cost, side effects and UK clinics.[Read More]
Laser and IPL Skin Rejuvenation
Laser, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), Light Heat Energy (LHE) and Light Emitting Diode (LED)technologies have been developed to treat a variety of skin problems including sun damage effects and wrinkles.
Laser and IPL Treatment Pigmented/Vascular Problems
Laser and light technologies have been developed to treat people with a variety of different skin problems including pigmented (skin colour, birthmark) and vascular (vein) problems.[Read More]
Laser for Fungal Nail Infection (Onychomycosis)
Fungal nail infection, or onychomycosis, is very common. It is caused by a fungus, similar to the one that causes Athlete`s foot, which attacks the fingernails or more commonly toenails. Laser treatment is effective for fungal nail infections.[Read More]
Laser Hair Loss Therapy
On its own low-level laser hair loss therapy has been shown to be effective in improving hair thickness, but is often combined with proven hair loss drugs for a full hair loss treatment program.[Read More]
Laser Tattoo Removal
The removal of tattoos using lasers has been carried out for over 20 years; the use of certain lasers, Q-Switched Ruby and Nd:YAG, have become the preferred method for tattoo removal treatment.[Read More]
LED - Acne Treatment & Skin Rejuvenation
The use of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), red, yellow and blue light sources for the treatment of acne and for skin rejuvenation.[Read More]
Light Treatment for Active Acne
Until recently, topical preparations and oral medications, including antibiotics, have been used almost exclusively to combat acne. Now laser & light-based technologies and photodynamic therapy had been shown to improve acne.[Read More]
Medical Skin Needling
Medical Skin Needling, also referred to as Collagen Induction Therapy and Micro-Needling is aimed at stimulating the body’s own collagen production to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.[Read More]
Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy is a medical technique used for the treatment of cosmetic conditions, including skin rejuvenation and improvement, hair regrowth, localised fat reduction and as a treatment for cellulite.[Read More]
Micro-Current Machines
Micro-current therapy has been available in the UK since the early 90s with the introduction of the CACI (Computer Aided Cosmetology Instrument) which is known as the original non-surgical face lift. It can also be used to treat other areas of the body, such as mild lifting of the breast.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion helps improve the texture and appearance of the skin using a stream of fine micro particles which partially removes the outermost layer of the skin and stimulates new cell growth.[Read More]
Micropigmentation (Semi Permanent Make-Up)
The specialist techniques used to create semi-permanent make-up are often referred to as micropigmentation and provide an alternative to cosmetic pencils applied to the eyebrows, eyelids and lips.[Read More]
Non-Surgical Hair Replacement
Non-surgical hair replacement systems, also known as hair bonding or hair integration allow you to sleep, shower, swim and carry on with your life as if you had your own hair. [Read More]
Non-Surgical Vulvo-Vaginal Rejuvenation
The availability of non-surgical options for vulvo-vaginal rejuvenation to target both cosmetic and practical concerns such as labial remodelling of the outer vaginal lips, vaginal tightening for great sexual satisfaction, a reduction in vaginal dryness to ease discomfort and pain from sexual intercourse, or as a cure for stress urinary incontinence have expanded rapidly. [Read More]
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, also known as the vampire facelift works on the basis that the bodys own natural healing powers may slow and even reverse the ageing process .[Read More]
Radiofrequency For Facial Rejuvenation
RF energy is able to penetrate deep into the skin and affect the deeper dermis and subcutaneous layers, causing tightening and improvements to the underlying tissue structure for facial rejuvenation.[Read More]
Specialist Skin Creams
There are many hundreds of different types of cosmeceutical skin care products on the market today that contain active ingredients and claim they can improve wrinkles and the appearance of ageing.[Read More]
Sunscreen
SPF, UVA, UVB? All too confusing? Dermatologists recommend daily use of a broad-spectrum (covering a wide range of wavelengths) UVA and UVB sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 15.[Read More]
Thread Lift
Thread lift uses free floating cogged (barbed) or smooth sutures for lifting sagging tissue in the face and neck. It is marketed as APTOS Thread Lift, Contour Lift, Silhouette Soft, Scarless Suture Lift & Feather Lift.[Read More]
Ultrasonic Body Contouring
Ultrasonic Body Contouring, available in the UK using the Ultrashape® and LipoSonix® devices, is the latest, minimally invasive way of effectively removing excess fat cells from the abdomen, thighs & flanks.[Read More]
rtwskin Products
AQUALYX ™
Price: £380
AQUALYX™ is an injectable treatment of deoxycholate solution (containing deoxycholic acid) which is being marketed for ‘Aqualysis’ or ‘Aquaplasty’ treatment as a means of body contouring.[Read More]
Botox
Price: £200
We cover everything you need to know about Botox: From pricing to results, to side effects and aftercare, you can trust our accredited experts.[Read More]
Emervel ®
Emervel (no part of the Restylane brand) is a cross-liked hyaluronic acid based dermal filler from Galderma. It was available in 5 product derivatives for differing indications, Touch, Classic, Lips, Deep and Volume which have now been renamed.
Genuine Dermaroller™
The Genuine Dermaroller™ device is marketed for the treatment of Medical Skin Needling or Collagen Induction Therapy.
Juvéderm ® ULTRA
Price: From £220.00
Juvéderm® ULTRA and Juvéderm® ULTRA Smile is an advanced, cohesive, 3D hyaluronic acid matrix dermal filler with local anaesthetic, manufactured by Allergan; the makers of Botox® / Vistabel®.[Read More]
Juvéderm ® VOLUMA
Price: From £400.00
Juvéderm® VOLUMA is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler used for recontouring and restoring the face in the case of age-releated volume loss in the cheek bone and chin regions. According to the makers, it delivers dramatic improvement in tissue quality, even in challenging areas, and is complementary to other aesthetic treatments and dermal filler procedures.[Read More]
Juvéderm® HYDRATE
Price: From £220.00
Juvéderm® HYDRATE is part of the Juvéderm® ULTRA family of dermal fillers which contain hyaluronic acid and the anti-oxidant, mannitol. It is designed to improve skin hydration and elasticity by replacing HA lost through ageing. [Read More]
Microneedle Therapy System - MTS-Roller™
Price: From £165.00
The Microneedle Therapy System or MTS-Roller™ is marketed for the treatment of Medical Skin Needling.[Read More]
MonaLisa Touch
Price: From £350.00
MonaLisa Touch is a Fractional CO2 Laser for the treatment of Vaginal Atrophy in pre- and post-menopausal women.[Read More]
Obagi Blue Peel
Price: £95.00
Blue Peel significantly improves skin tightness and reduces fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, large pores and hyperpigmentation.[Read More]
Obagi® Medical Products
Price: Available upon request
Obagi Medical Products has developed several different treatment programme systems of skincare products in addition to the Nu-Derm System, including the Obagi-C® Rx System, the Condition & Enhance® System, the ELASTIderm® family of products, the CLENZIderm M.D.™ Systems, Blue Peel®, Blue Peel RADIANCE®, an[Read More]
Perfectha ®
Price: from £400
Perfectha® from Laboratory ObvieLine (a Sinclair IS Pharma company) is a highly advanced hyaluronic acid gel dermal filler, cross-linked by E-brid® technology and developed to fill out wrinkles, hydrate the skin and add volume. [Read More]
PROFHILO®
Price: From £350
It is the first stabilised hyaluronic acid (HA) based product which is manufactured without the use of chemical cross-linking agents (BDDE) and is used for skin remodelling and treating skin laxity, not for just filling lines and wrinkles. According to the makers, it delivers dramatic improvement in tissue quality, even in challenging areas, and is complementary to other aesthetic treatments and dermal filler procedures.[Read More]
Radiesse ™
Price: £695.00
Radiesse, launched in the US as Radiance FN, is a medical device designed for the correction of small and large soft tissue deficits, but can also be use for facial shaping and contouring. [Read More]
Restylane ® (inc Emervel Collection)
The Restylane range consists of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers incorporating the EMERVEL collection (Lyft (Perlane), Refyne, Fynesse, Volyme, Kysse, Defyne), all specifically designed for injection into the face.
Restylane ® Skinboosters (Vital & Vital Light)
RESTYLANE Skinboosters (Restylane Vital and Restylane Vital Light) are a Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid (NASHA) gel aimed at a whole new approach to skin rejuvenation for the face, neck, décolletage and hands.
Sculptra ®
Price: £450.00
Sculptra (Formerly New-Fill) is a tissue stimulator and is used more as a sculpting and volumising agent rather than just a wrinkle filler. Sculptra contains Poly-L-lactic acid.[Read More]
Silhouette Soft®
Price: From £400.00
Silhouette Soft is marketed as a ‘non-surgical face lift’, a ‘one-stitch face lift’ or ‘puppet face lift’, the treatment is based on suture suspension with cones which are used in both reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery. [Read More]
Teosyal ®
Price: from £300
The Teosyal range consists of three monophasic hyaluronic acid based products of non-animal origin, which are highly biocompatible, offering patients immediate and long-lasting results.[Read More]
Titan ™
Price: From £400.00
The Titan™ procedure is a non-surgical process that uses an infrared light source to tighten skin and reverse the signs of ageing. [Read More]
VelaSmooth™ & VelaShape™
Price: From £200.00
The Velasmooth™ combined Infrared and RF energy technology (plus tissue mobilization and suction) has proven to be an effective body contour and fat reduction tool, as well as cellulite reduction tool[Read More]
ZO Skin Health & ZO Medical
Price: From £55
ZO Skin Health was founded by world-renowned dermatologist Zein Obagi, MD. ZO Skin Health and ZO Medical professional skincare ranges aim to fight ageing skin, as well as treat acne, rosacea and pigmentation marks.[Read More]
rtwskin Conditions
Acne
Acne is a chronic inflammatory disease of the sebaceous hair follicles.[Read More]
Body Contouring
The term `body contouring` refers to a range of procedures that encompass size and weight reduction, as well as re-shaping of certain areas of the body, in some cases following massive weight loss where excess skin is a problem. [Read More]
Cellulite
Cellulite is the name given to the lumpy, irregular fat deposits often found around the hips, buttocks and upper leg areas. There are many different treatments that have been claimed to reduce the appearance of cellulite.[Read More]
Complexion Improvement, Skin Texture Concerns
Commonly concerns are focussed on changes in the skin and ones complexion that occur as we age. Skin specialists now believe that most of the changes that we see in our skin as we grow older are due to the sun (sometimes referred to as "photodamage"). [Read More]
Eyes - Bags and Crow’s Feet
The development of small crows feet, or shadows beneath the eyes (dark circles) can be the first signs that our skin is not as youthful and elastic as it once was. [Read More]
Eyes - Tear Trough ( Dark Circles )
Tear trough rejuvenation is a relatively new treatment that is used to improve the appearance of dark circles or dark hollows underneath the eyes which appear in some people. [Read More]
Facial Skin Tightening, Sagging Skin and Jowls
The concept of facial skin tightening refers to cosmetic procedures which seek to cause contraction in the tissues to effectively tighten them up or which involve a lifting technique often accompanied by the removal of excess skin.[Read More]
Fat ( Love Handles, Saddle Bags, Muffin Tops )
Liposuction is the most commonly performed aesthetic surgical procedure for fat removal and body contouring.[Read More]
Female Menopause
A variety of treatments and lifestyle changes can be recommended to relieve menopausal symptoms, some of which are available through the NHS and others through the private healthcare system. [Read More]
Fungal Nail Infection ( Onychomycosis )
Fungal nail infections are very common. They can be treated using anti-fungal nail paints or oral medication or using laser treatment[Read More]
Hair Loss ( Male Pattern Baldness, Alopecia )
Male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) is the commonest cause of hair loss in men. Alopecia areata can occur in both men and women.[Read More]
Hair Removal ( Hirsutism )
Permanent hair removal has only been clinically proven and demonstrated for methods using electrolysis. Several lasers and light based machines have demonstrated permanent hair reduction and are allowed to make this claim.[Read More]
Hand Rejuvenation
The hands are the second most visible area of our body. There are now a number of non-surgical treatment options to help rejuvenate the hands.[Read More]
Hyperhidrosis ( Excessive Sweating )
Hyperhidrosis is the condition whereby an individual has abnormally increased or excessive perspiration or sweating which can occur most commonly on the hands, feet, armpits and groin area. Botulinum toxin, Botox is a popular treatment choice.[Read More]
Lines and Wrinkles
The signs of ageing on a person’s face start to show as early as the end of the second or the beginning of the third decade of a persons life. At first, fine lines start to form between the nose and the mouth, around the eyes and on the forehead.[Read More]
Lip Volumising and Shaping
Lip augmentation, volumising, shaping or enhancement is a cosmetic procedure which uses various materials to plump out and re-shape the lips. [Read More]
Make-up and Camouflage
The option of a more permanent make-up feature such as eyeliner, eyebrow definition or lip liner is chosen by people for a variety of reasons. Skin camouflage can be used to conceal a number of conditions.[Read More]
Melasma (Chloasma)
Melasma, also called chloasma, is a skin condition characterised by dark patches of pigment on the face, neck, arms or upper body. It is more common in women, particularly in pregnancy, and in people with darker skin. [Read More]
Moles, Warts, Skin Tags and Benign Growths
Moles, warts, skin tags can be both upsetting to look at and cause social and psychological unease. Thankfully though, most growths are benign and harmless, and removal is often quick and simple with reassuring cosmetic results.[Read More]
Non-Surgical Face Lift ( Nefertiti Lift )
One of the most common forms of non-surgical face lift procedures is to use as combination of botulinum toxins and dermal fillers to plump out wrinkles and any volume lacking areas of skin on the face and provide lift, including the Nefertiti Lift.[Read More]
Pigmentation ( Age Spots, Brown Spots )
Age spots or lentigos, sometimes known as "liver spots" are medically known under the condition of hyperpigmentation. Professional skincare clinics have effective treatments to reduce the appearance of more pronounced age spots or hyperpigmentation. [Read More]
Rosacea
Rosacea is a common chronic skin condition that tends to affect the face. Individuals with vascular rosacea, which tends to include symptoms such as flushing, redness and thread veins, can often be successfully treated with laser or IPL treatment.[Read More]
Scarring ( Acne, Keloid, Atrophic Scars )
Scarring can affect a person’s confidence and self-esteem, particularly when the scars are on the face. Depending on the type of scar and the way an individual heals there are a variety of options for improving the appearance of scarring. [Read More]
Stretch Marks ( Striae )
Stretch Marks, known medically as Striae are lines or streaks on the skin, which can be pink, purple or white in colour (depending on their age), that occur when the inner skin layer is stretched thin and loses its elasticity.[Read More]
Sunken Cheeks
In recent years aesthetic practitioners who study the outward signs of ageing on the face have been focussing on the loss of facial volume that occurs as many of us get older. [Read More]
Tattoo Removal
Successful removal of a tattoo (or the significant fading of it) will depend very much on the type of tattoo (professional or amateur), the inks used and the colour of those pigments as some colours respond better to the various treatments than others.[Read More]
Thread Veins or Spider Veins
A variety of options, including using heat generating technologies such as light and electrical currents have been developed to treat thread veins, also called spider or broken veins.[Read More]
Upper Arm Laxity ( Bingo Wings )
Upper arm laxity, also known as bingo wings is a common problem for many men and women. The main treatments are brachioplasty or upper arm lift and liposuction.[Read More]
Vaginal Atrophy and Vaginal Dryness
Vaginal atrophy can cause vaginal dryness, burning and itching, dyspareunia or painful sexual intercourse, decreased vaginal lubrication during sexual intercourse and urinary incontinence.[Read More]
Vascular Abnormalities ( Angiomas, Port Wine Stains )
Vascular abnormality is a general term that describes abnormalities of the veins, lymph vessels and arteries. Two of the most common types of vascular abnormality are angiomas and port-wine stains.[Read More]
Weight Loss
One of the most common forms of weight loss procedures is bariatric surgery, including gastric bypass surgery. Other weight loss programmes combine a system of dietary changes, supplementation, exercise and non-surgical body contouring treatments.[Read More]
Extra Treatments
Acne
Acne Scarring
Alopecia
Birthmark Removal
Blood Tests
Cherry Angioma
Chemical Peels
Eczema
HIFU Face & Neck Lift
HIFU Body Contouring
HydroJet Aquafacial
Microdermabrasion
MonaLisa Touch
Skin Tag Removal
Stretch Mark Removal
Thread Vein Removal
Xanthelasma Palpebrarum
Velashape III
Wart and Verruca Removal
Wound Management
ZO Medical & Therapeutic Facials
Further information is available at http://www.rtwskin.co.uk