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Dr Sophie Shotter

Medical Director & Founder of Illuminate

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

“I’ve been very lucky to be able to bring together a team of true experts here at Illuminate, all of whom have a real passion for achieving fantastic results for our patients”

Dr Sophie Shotter is an acclaimed aesthetic doctor with over fifteen years of medical experience and numerous accolades to her name. She is frequently featured in the media as a leading expert in health and aesthetics.

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

Dr Sophie Shotter

Medical Director & Founder of Illuminate

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

After earning her MBChB in Medicine & Surgery and a BSc (Hons) in Genetics in Relation to Medicine from the University of Leeds in 2008, Dr Sophie spent six years in the NHS, honing her skills in anaesthetics and intensive care before transitioning into aesthetics.

Her Kent and London based clinis have quickly become the UK’s premier destinations for non-surgical facial rejuvenation and women’s health, cementing her reputation as one of the country’s top aesthetic doctors. Dr Sophie is also an international speaker, esteemed aesthetics trainer, and a decorated businesswoman.

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

She is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and serves on the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM) board of trustees, where she is dedicated to enhancing standards in medical aesthetics, improving patient safety, and shaping regulation. Beyond her clinical work, Dr Sophie is deeply involved in training and lecturing within the aesthetics community, setting high standards for the industry.

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

Dr Sophie Shotter’s Accreditations

Dr Sophie’s commitment to patient safety is evident in her work with victims of botched procedures, offering necessary aftercare to those who cannot afford it.

Since 2018, she has been a member of the Allergan Aesthetics Faculty, contributing to their Complications Board and helping develop protocols to manage treatment complications. She also serves as an international trainer and speaker for Allergan Aesthetics.

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

In addition to her clinical achievements, Dr Sophie is an ambassador and spokesperson for several leading aesthetic and skincare brands, including Candela, Sofwave, Erchonia, Murad, Clinical Skin, Meder Beauty, Absolute Collagen and Revision Skincare, Her expertise is regularly sought at industry events and conferences, and she is a respected judge for various skincare and beauty awards.

Dr Sophie is passionate about delivering natural, balanced results through injectables and energy-based treatments, supported by medical-grade skincare and effective in-clinic treatments like chemical peels, laser and HydraFacial. Her holistic approach to ageing and wellness, particularly her focus on women’s health and hormone optimisation, sets her apart in the field. Trained in Bio-identical Hormone Therapy (BHRT) in the USA, Dr Sophie believes that balancing hormones is key to maintaining vitality and well-being as we age.

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

Continuously expanding her treatment repertoire, Dr Sophie is dedicated to sourcing the safest, most effective medical products and technologies for her patients. She emphasises the importance of a robust at-home skincare regime as the foundation of any treatment journey and is always on the lookout for the best products on the market.

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

Her philosophy is simple: “Good work should be invisible. People should think you look beautiful, not that you’ve had any help.”

To achieve this, Dr Sophie meticulously tailors her treatment plans to each patient, ensuring subtle yet impactful outcomes. She carefully studies her patients’ features to understand how everything moves together, then crafts a comprehensive plan that enhances their natural beauty.

Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter
Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

Dr Sophie Shotter's specialist treatments

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Dr Sophie practices from her award-winning clinics in Kent and 10 Harley Street, London, where she offers a wide range of treatments, including advanced fillers, Botox, HArmonyCa, Profhilo, Polynucleotides, Sofwave, Belkyra, hyperhidrosis treatment, Non-Surgical Skin Tightening ,and skin health consultations. Her mission is to help patients look and feel like the best versions of themselves.

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Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

Her Kent and London teams have been carefully hand-picked and developed by Dr Sophie to provide top-notch holistic services that blend aesthetics with wellness, all delivered with exceptional care.

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Illuminate Skin Clinics - Dr Sophie Shotter

Accolades& awards

In late 2023, Dr. Sophie launched her podcast, “Age Well with Dr. Sophie Shotter,” which has quickly become a huge success. Within its first year, it attracted thousands of monthly listeners and secured a spot among Britain’s Top 100 health and fitness podcasts.

Dr Sophie Shotter’s dedication to her craft and her patients has solidified her place as a leader in the aesthetic medicine industry, where she continues to innovate and inspire.

As an internationally recognised expert, Dr Sophie frequently appears in prestigious publications like The Times, Telegraph, Evening Standard, Daily Mail, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and many more. Her excellence and leadership in the field have earned her numerous accolades, including:

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