Illuminate Skin & Wellness Clinics
Discreet beauty, speaks for itself
Our motto is that good work should be invisible. People will think you look beautiful, not that you’ve had any help.
Dr Sophie Shotter MBCHB BSC(Hons) PGCert(Hons) MBCAM
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Disclaimer: Please be aware that results and benefits may vary from patient to patient taking into consideration factors such as age, lifestyle and medical history.
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Welcome to Illuminate
Skin & Wellness Clinics
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We are an award-winning aesthetic, skincare and wellness clinic located in Kings Hill, Kent. Founded by Dr Sophie Shotter in 2014, we provide our clients with expert, objective advice and an extensive range of treatments for the skin, face and body. We use the highest quality products and most advanced technologies to meet each patient’s specific objectives, ensuring that the satisfaction, safety and wellbeing of every patient is always paramount.
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Awards
Our gold standard clinic is immensely proud to be awarded and recognised within the industry.
Aesthetic Award for Best Clinic South
Aesthetic Award for Best Clinic South 2019
Winner - Best Clinic South England 2019
Aesthetic Awards
Runner-Up, Service Excellence
Independent Business Awards Kent 2017
Runner-Up, Small Business of the Year
Independent Business Awards Kent 2017
Winner, Growth Award 2017
Independent Business Awards Kent 2017
Winner, Start-Up Business of the Year
Kent Independent Traders Awards 2015
Bronze
Kent Health and Beauty Awards 2015
Rising Star Award
Kent Women in Business 2015
Professional Achievement Award
Kent Women in Business 2015
Start-Up Business of the Year
Kent Women in Business 2015
Finalist, Best Clinic South
My Face My Body 2015
Runner-Up, Customer Service
Kent Women in Business 2017
Businesswoman of the Year
Kent Women in Business 2017
Runner-Up, Customer Service
Kent Women in Business 2016
Finalist, Diamond Awards
Safety in Beauty 2016
Finalist, Best New Clinic
My Face My Body Awards 2015
Dr Sophie Shotter
Medical Director & Founder of Illuminate
“Effective aesthetic treatments can make a real difference both inside and out. Nothing gives me more satisfaction than seeing a patient’s face light up after a visit to Illuminate”
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For every referral you make we will give both you and your friend a £25 credit, following their first treatment with us.
Featured treatments
With a highly skilled and experienced team, Illuminate Skin Clinic provides a personalised, luxury experience that goes beyond aesthetics.
Face, Body & Skin
Face, Body & Wellness
Face
Taking a condition approach we ensure the right treatment for you
At Illuminate Skin Clinic in Kings Hill, Kent, we understand that every skin journey is unique, and we’re here to address a wide spectrum of conditions with expertise and precision.
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Scared of lip filler? Let’s talk about it 💉
Lip filler can sometimes get a bad reputation – we’ve all seen those overdone, unnatural results that make people wary. But here’s the secret: it’s not about the filler itself, but the technique and the expertise of your injector. When done right, lip filler doesn’t just enhance your lips – it enhances your confidence while looking completely natural.
As we age, or simply because of our natural anatomy, our lips can lose volume, definition, and that plump, hydrated look. This happens as hyaluronic acid production declines, leaving lips looking thinner, drier, or even uneven.
The good news? With the right approach, lip filler can work wonders while staying subtle. Here’s how we keep things looking natural:
- Focus on proportions – We work with your natural lip shape to enhance symmetry and balance without overfilling.
- Less is more – Building volume gradually ensures soft, shapely lips that never look overdone.
- Tailored techniques – Using precise placement and advanced techniques ensures the results suit your unique facial features.
- Hydration boost – Adding just the right amount of filler restores moisture and smoothness for a youthful, fresh appearance.
The result? Lips that are soft, natural, and uniquely you.
Curious about how we can enhance your lips while keeping them looking beautifully understated? Let’s chat! Send me a message or tap the link in my bio to book your consultation. 💌
Your holiday glow awaits! ✨
December is here, and it’s time to give your skin the care it deserves ahead of the festive celebrations. Whether you`re preparing for Christmas parties, family gatherings, or simply want to feel your best, we’ve got the perfect treatments to leave your skin radiant, refreshed, and ready to glow.
Swipe to discover our top recommendations for your skin this Christmas 👉🏼
Your holiday glow is just an appointment away! Tap the link in our bio to schedule your consultation 🎄✨
OUR CHRISTMAS FACIAL MENU IS HERE 🎄
Whether you’re prepping for holiday parties, tackling winter skin woes, or hunting for the perfect gift, our Christmas Facial Menu is here to make this season your most radiant yet. With treatments designed to hydrate, rejuvenate, and give you a festive glow, you’ll be ready for every celebration. Plus, our facials are available as gift vouchers—perfect for sharing the glow!
✨ Merry Meder Facial – Festive rejuvenation magic
45 Minutes | Christmas Special: £150
Indulge in a luxurious glow-up with a deeply nourishing mask enhanced by LED light therapy. Perfect for a quick yet transformative pre-party boost, this 45-minute treat will leave your skin smooth, radiant, and ready for the festivities.
✨ Ho Ho Hydrafacial – Hydration for the holidays
30 Minutes | Christmas Special: £99
Get fresh, dewy skin in just 30 minutes! Combining a GlySal peel, extractions, LED therapy, and a hydrating Antiox serum, this express treatment is your ultimate pre-party pick-me-up.
✨Festive Radiance Package – Head-to-toe indulgence
Christmas Special: £400
Treat yourself or a loved one to the ultimate rejuvenation. This luxurious package includes Profhilo for deep hydration, Body Ballancer for improved circulation, and LED therapy for a finishing glow. Leave looking radiant and feeling revitalised.
✨ Winter Wonder-Glow – Glow on the go
Christmas Special: £250
Short on time? This quick but powerful treatment combines a gentle MA Peel with Ultra Light Eyes to refresh tired eyes and reveal glowing skin—perfect for your busy festive schedule.
DM the word “GLOW” to learn more about any of these offers or to book!
Three essential things you should know when using retinol ❣️
Retinol is a powerhouse ingredient when it comes to achieving radiant, youthful-looking skin, but to get the most out of it, there are a few important things to keep in mind.
If you’re incorporating retinol into your routine, here are three things you need to know 👉🏼
Consistency and patience are key with retinol, but the results are well worth the wait! Over time, you’ll notice smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin.
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Wondering whether polynucleotides are worth investing in? If you’re looking to improve elasticity, soften fine lines, improve dark circles, or reduce hollowness in certain areas of the face, without adding volume to the face, polynucleotides could be the perfect solution.
Polynucleotides are an injectable bio-stimulator made from fragments of fish DNA extracted from salmon or trout sperm, which closely resemble human DNA.
The purpose of injecting them is to activate tired, aged, and damaged cells to act younger and get to work again, promoting skin repair. So, how exactly do they work? And are they right for you? 👆🏽
Have you heard of polynucleotides? Do you have any other questions about how they work? Let us know in the comments below 👇🏼
As we age, subtle changes in the lower face can have a significant impact on our overall appearance, often making us look older than we feel.
The good news? These changes are completely treatable!
Here are the treatments we recommend that are designed to address the three main culprits behind lower face ageing - skin laxity, drooping mouth corners, and loss of jawline definition 👉🏼
Combining these treatments can give you a completely rejuvenated lower face, leaving you looking fresher, more youthful, and most importantly, feeling confident in your own skin.
Ready to take the next step towards a more youthful lower face? Tap the link in our bio to schedule a consultation or enquire 💌
If you’re looking for a next-level skin treatment that does more than just treat the surface, Byonik Laser might be exactly what you’ve been searching for 🤩
Powered by advanced NASA-designed technology, Byonik goes above and beyond traditional treatments, working at a deep, cellular level to repair, protect, and rejuvenate your skin while slowing down the ageing process.
But here’s the real difference - Byonik is the only laser that synchronises with your pulse, releasing energy into your skin with every heartbeat to deliver truly personalised results.
The treatment promotes deep regeneration, plumps the skin, and leaves you glowing - literally from the inside out.
With red light boosting collagen and fighting bacteria, and near-infrared light enhancing detoxification and skin metabolism, your skin is left healthier, firmer, and more radiant.
And the best part? Byonik can even complement other treatments like injectables for those looking to maximise their results 💫
Ready to experience the power of Byonik for yourself? Tap the link in our bio to book your consultation or enquire 🔗
We’ve all heard the saying: if something seems too good to be true, it probably is! 💉
When it comes to aesthetic treatments, it’s essential to remember that you’re not just paying for a product – you’re investing in the skill, experience, and safety that a qualified practitioner brings.
Your face is unique, and you only get one – so make sure you’re trusting it to the right hands!
Sometimes, a treatment comes along that truly transforms lives, and in this video, our patient shares her incredible journey with the Emerald laser. For her, it’s been nothing short of life-changing.
What started as a solution to target stubborn abdominal fat turned into so much more.
Not only did the treatment help her achieve the body confidence she’d been longing for, but it also had an extraordinary impact on her menopausal symptoms—symptoms that, in her words, had been making her life miserable.
For years, she struggled with relentless anxiety, stress, brain fog, and sleepless nights. These challenges had been holding her back from living life to the fullest.
But since starting her Emerald laser sessions, everything has changed. She can now sleep through the night—something she hadn’t been able to do for years. Her mind feels clearer, her stress has eased, and she feels like herself again.
This is the power of the Emerald laser. While its primary focus is on pain-free fat reduction, it works holistically, helping the body find balance and restore wellness.
By targeting fat cells with low-level laser technology, it encourages the release of fatty acids, which not only shapes the body but also supports overall metabolic health. For many patients, this can mean more energy, better hormone regulation, and improved emotional well-being.
Her story is a testament to how this innovative treatment can do more than just change how you look—it can transform how you feel.
Want to learn more about this treatment and how it could help you? DM us the word “MORE” for more information or advice about treatments or to learn more about how you can work with us to overcome your concerns💌
Our lovely patient came to us feeling self-conscious about the loss of definition around her chin and jawline, which left her feeling less confident.
With a personalised combination of treatments, we helped her achieve a more sculpted, youthful look – and the results speak for themselves!
Here’s how we did it: we started with CoolMini fat freezing to target and slim down stubborn fat under the chin. This non-invasive treatment works by freezing fat cells, which are then naturally flushed out by the body over time. Once we achieved the perfect slimming effect, we used dermal fillers to contour and define her jawline, restoring structure and creating a beautifully balanced profile.
The result? A more defined jawline, a refreshed appearance, and – most importantly – renewed confidence. She feels not only younger, but truly empowered, and that’s exactly the outcome we strive for! ✨
Thinking about redefining your chin and jawline? Get in touch with us today to learn how we can create a customised treatment plan just for you!
Have you ever wondered why those lines on your forehead seem to stick around no matter how much you hydrate or moisturise? Let’s talk about the culprit: the frontalis muscle!
This powerful muscle runs across your forehead, working tirelessly every time you raise your eyebrows. Over time, all that movement takes its toll, leading to static wrinkles—those stubborn lines that remain even when your face is at rest.
But don’t worry, there’s a solution. With expertly placed muscle-relaxing injections, we can soften the activity of the frontalis muscle. This helps to smooth out those lines and prevent them from deepening further. The result? A fresher, more youthful appearance without losing your natural expressions.
Here, Dr Aneka explains exactly how treatments can make a real difference ⬆️
Ready to say goodbye to static wrinkles? DM us the word “MORE” for more information or advice about treatments or to learn more about how you can work with us to overcome your concerns💌
Is Emerald Laser the breakthrough you’ve been searching for in non-invasive fat reduction – especially for those stubborn areas like the tummy and hips? 🤔
It just might be!
Imagine a cutting-edge laser treatment that specifically targets those hard-to-shift fat cells that just won’t go away, no matter how much you diet or exercise. The Emerald Laser uses advanced laser technology to safely disrupt these fat cells, allowing your body to naturally flush them out through the lymphatic system. It’s a gentle, non-invasive option that delivers noticeable results without the downtime of surgery.
Curious to find out if Emerald Laser could help you reach your body goals? Tap the link in our bio to book a consultation and learn more! 🔗
