National Medical Weight Loss Programme
The staff at The Skin to Love Clinic have partnered with the National Medical Weight Loss Programme (NMWLP) to offer medical weight loss support and advice to patients who would like to lose weight, following training and advice from Dr Matt Capehorn, who has many years’ experience in treating obesity.
We have established an NMWLP clinic within our existing clinic.
How big is the problem in England?
In England, almost two-thirds of adults are living with excess weight for their height (BMI greater than 25kg/m2); this puts those people at risk from premature death and associated disease.
A 2019 health survey carried out in England stated that the total number of people overweight and obese was 64.3% of the population, with men being more likely to be in these categories than women (67.2% compared to 61.5%). This trend is rising.
One in eight people are morbidly obese categorised as a BMI of 40 and above.
It is estimated that, following current trends, by 2050 90% of adults in the UK will be overweight or obese.
What the prescription weight loss programme offers
We will help to educate you in basic nutrition and the principles of medical weight loss.
We monitor your prescription weight and blood pressure, and carry out a body mass analysis at each visit and support you to achieve your weight loss goals. For patients with a BMI of 30 and above they may benefit from prescribed medications that can help to reduce the cravings that often cause people to break a diet.
Doctors and nurses can use UK-licensed and FDA-approved medications to assist with medical weight loss.
If you would like to have a consultation, please click here and fill out the form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
If you are suitable for the treatment, it will help you to:
- Control your appetite
- Curb hunger
- Suppress cravings
- Reduce portion sizes
- Release stored fat
- Lose weight
- Develop positive habits
Are there side effects?
Some patients will experience short-term side effects including:
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Headache
Losing prescription weight and managing to keep it off has many health benefits which include:
- Improving mental well-being
- Reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes
- Reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease
- Reducing the risk of 13 types of cancers
- Reducing the risk of COVID-19*
- Reducing the risk of muscular and skeletal disease
- Reducing the risk of premature death
*Excess Weight and COVID-19: Insights from new evidence, published 25th July 2020
Is it safe to lose weight this way?
The short answer is: yes, it’s very safe. It has been fully trialled, tested and prescribed successfully on the NHS in the UK and fully FDA approved in the USA. It is proven to reduce your appetite and sugar cravings to help you lose weight. The medical weight loss programme helps you lower your blood pressure with diet and exercise. High blood pressure is a threat to your health, but can be managed with losing weight, diet and exercise.
Do I need to exercise?
Yes! Exercise will be helpful in the long run to get you healthier and aid in losing weight, but it does not mean you need to spend countless hours in the gym!
Physical activity has many more benefits than just burning excess calories – it improves your health on many levels including the release of ‘happy hormones’.
Find an activity you will enjoy. To start, aim to be active at least 5 days a week for 30 minutes each day. Activities can be as simple as brisk walking, cycling, dancing, swimming, doing yoga or Pilates, or simply marching on the spot.
Start slow and aim for 10,000 steps every day, even if this includes marching on the spot at home while watching TV.
Resistance training (bands, weight training) supports muscle mass which will have positive effects on metabolic rate after the desired weight loss. This can be added later on when you are comfortable with the 30-minute activity for 5 days a week.
Prior to attending the clinic, you will complete a health questionnaire to assess how we can support you; when you attend, your initial consultation will take 30 minutes.
Cost of consultation and monthly followup consultation: £25
Supply of medication per month: £250
To book a consultation, click the button below and fill out the form and we will be in contact as soon as possible.
What people have said...
Valerie Minchella
10:20 19 Sep 21
Excellent experience. Emma was very professional and efficient. Would highly recommend.
Holly Le Blond
12:59 11 Sep 21
Had my second byonik facial and could see improvements instantly. Skin looked dewy and redness reduced. Looking forward to the next treatment already. All staff were wonderful as always.
Caz CC
20:39 04 Sep 21
Michelle Shearly
08:28 29 Aug 21
Sherie Ariaee
18:47 21 Aug 21
Jane was very good. I had some skin tags/moles removed and it was painless and very quick. Everything from the consultation to the actual removal was great. Would highly recommend.
Belinda Butler
11:15 17 Aug 21
Deborah Jones
21:00 16 Aug 21
A very reassuring and thorough mole check. Emma was friendly and helpful.
Tamsin
11:09 14 Aug 21
Sam Murphy
19:06 05 Aug 21
Servicio impecable. Te hacen sentir bienvenido y cómodo. El asesoramiento es magnífico y cualquier tratamiento se explica paso a paso. ¡Totalmente recomendada!----------------------Impeccable service. They make you feel welcome and comfortable. The advice is great and any treatment is explained step by step. Fully recommended!
Monica Galan
16:13 02 Aug 21
Very friendly very knowledgeable
Richard Garcia
11:04 31 Jul 21
I had some laser treatment for my facial pigmentation and I have to say it was amazing! The marks - which were relatively dark - have virtually gone. It was so much better than I thought. Also painless.Jane was very helpful and put me at ease.
Samantha Smith
13:03 30 Jul 21
This is my 3rd visit to the clinic and it's always so nice. I'm always well informed and I feel confident in the treatment offered to me.
Chelsea Martin
17:44 14 Jul 21
I went for a laser hair removal consultation and patch test, Anna made me feel really comfortable, she is very knowledgable and can’t wait to have her for my first session
Erin Jackson
15:51 08 Jul 21
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13:12 08 Jul 21
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12:49 06 Jul 21
Rashad Koura
11:13 04 Jul 21
Excellent service from NataliaLooking forward visiting again
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12:34 26 Jun 21
Patricia Woodward
15:38 19 Jun 21
Thank you Jane for your care and attention from start to finish, all the ladies are welcoming and lovely from the moment you walk into the clinic, can't rate them highly enough.
David Herman
19:39 18 Jun 21
From my initial consultation and thoughout my treatment I felt at ease and in good hands i didnt feel talked into anything , friendly and informative. Thank you to Jane, will be returning soon
Karen Smith
12:43 13 Jun 21
Max Gibbons
00:01 05 Jun 21
david jay
16:31 03 Jun 21
From start to finish I received excellent service and advice. Maura kindly stepped out the shop to find me, as it was my first time and Jane had so much knowledge of skin that I felt right at ease with the products she had chosen for me. A week in and my skin feels so much softer. Thank you all, see you soon.xoxo
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18:22 02 Jun 21
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15:44 01 Jun 21
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21:39 15 May 21
amanda ling
10:32 14 May 21
Yet again an amazing service!! Natalia is an absolute expert at her job! I had lip fillers and i LOVE THEM! shes is so bubbly and fun to be around but also is professional at her job. She always makes sure i look amazing before leaving and makes me feel so comfortable. I would highly suggest going here if you havnt already been. The front desk staff are so lovely and welcoming also.
Roxy W
18:13 12 May 21
Natalia is my practitioner and I could not be happier. She explains everything and gives advice which is much appreciated. Also she is kind and very professional. But what I appreciate the most is her gentle and light touch so am never left bruised. I am already booked for my next treatment. I highly recommend Skin to Love Clinic and Natalia.
Tanya Jepuranovic
19:19 07 May 21
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17:55 05 May 21
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11:45 04 May 21
I have been going to the skin to love for my acne. I have recommended to my friends and family as they are so professional and friendly with amazing products. I look forward to my peel at the end of the month.
Elizabeth Pitcher
16:27 01 May 21
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16:57 29 Apr 21
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19:28 22 Apr 21
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15:33 15 Apr 21
Angelique Rowan
13:46 14 Apr 21
Brilliant service from the minute you walk in to the moment you walk out. My therapist, Natalia is very knowledgeable and I trust she always makes the right decisions for me. I appreciate the friendly but professional approach. Thank you!
Barbara Salomon
11:16 18 Dec 20
Cat Powerlifter
23:06 17 Dec 20
Always feel I'm in safe hands with Jane. No hard sell which is very refreshing.
Alice Moss
18:16 08 Dec 20
Lauren McAleer
17:49 07 Dec 20
Very friendly and personal. Always a feeling of being in safe hands with the very best advice and treatment.
Max Campbell
09:20 07 Dec 20
The staff were very welcoming and asked me thorough questions in order to choose products that best fit me.
JulieT-T
18:19 05 Dec 20
Jane & Natalia were very informative and friendly. They were quickly able to diagnose my skin condition through facial scanning & recommended a skincare course for me. I was assured they are there to help with any questions along the way & with regular reviews too. My first time at this clinic and from when I walked in through the door I was greeted with a warm welcome by the front desk staff.
Soraya
15:20 04 Dec 20
Excellent service and treatment worked really well after second treatment. No more spider veins visible on my son's face. Staff very friendly and easy to talk to. Appointment very easy to make and rescheduling made very easy on day of appointment with no extra charge. Very satisfied customer!
Alison Chapelier
18:53 26 Nov 20
Great treatments, superb advice and wonderful products. Jane and her team are always very professional and make sure they giving accurate and meaningful advice for their client. I have loved going to the Skin to Love Clinic for more than 2 years and intend to continue for many years to come.
CHERYL Cook
08:56 24 Oct 20
I would recommend this place lovely staff and very helpful
Donna
11:41 14 Oct 20
Perfect!
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15:56 13 Oct 20
Julian Laite
15:36 09 Oct 20
Excellent treatments and always pleased with results. Professional and friendly, thank you.
Theresa Harding
22:45 01 Oct 20
Ross McBrearty
21:29 01 Oct 20
Paolo Armentano
13:54 26 Sep 20
Natalia was brilliant and really knowledgable. Felt very comfortable and left with a good grip on my options. Excellent Covid compliance also. Thank you
Emma Richardson
12:04 22 Sep 20
Marisa Rivero
16:52 10 Sep 20
I went to the clinic last week. I met Jane who explained the types of treatment to me. It was very clear and I opted for the reduction of fat from the abdomen and love handles.Today i had my first session and it was absolutely fantastic.Initially you can feel like a painful but bearable pinch on the abdomen. After five minutes everything becomes very quiet and you can do another activity like checking your email and maybe chat on the phone with a friend.Jane and Nathalie were great , kind , and very professional .I can t wait to do the second treatment to see the results . I highly recommend this Clinic 100%.Rita
Rita Chillemi
22:27 08 Sep 20
From the consultation to the end of the treatment, Natalia was kind, patient, understanding and extremely professional. She listened to my issues and then recommended the right treatment but put no pressure on me. Infact she encouraged me to have a think and do some research before i committed to anything. On the treatment table she explained everything she was doing and I could tell I was in very good hands. The procedure was uncomfortable and it could have been very easy to start panicking but she put me totally at ease and her confidence and professionalism meant that I had the utmost faith in her and my results were brilliant, far better than I had anticipated. Would throughout recommend her and the practice. 5 stars!
ZARAH LLOYD
15:27 04 Sep 20
Gemma
14:53 04 Sep 20
Very pleased with the procedure I had. The staff were knowledgeable, reassuring and friendly. Their COVID-19 precautions were very good which made me feel safe.
Beeple Sauce
14:09 19 Aug 20
Always very professional and lovely experience.
Natalie Waites
15:36 17 Aug 20
Andreea Fuioara
11:26 15 Aug 20
Extremely pleased with results and impeccable service in beautiful surroundings .Thank you .
Lee Moran
21:12 13 Aug 20
Anne Thomas
14:16 30 Jul 20
Always a pleasure to visit this salonJane and her team are so friendly ,professional and enthusiastic about their treatments.No high pressure sales here just information on treatments and products that you can go away and think about.Thank you all ,as ever
alison lee
15:59 26 Jul 20
Andria A
09:50 10 Jul 20
Debbie Moore
21:46 12 Mar 20
No fuss just a friendly and professional welcome and treatment.
Sally G
17:09 03 Mar 20
Had a consultation with Jane, who was very helpful with her recommendations & explanations. Gave me confidence in using the clinic
Mary Grindle
10:32 02 Mar 20
Amazing & very knowledgeable staff. Very informative in regards to how to use products and the products are very high quality. Not too expensive and already showing signs of improvement. Would highly, highly recommend.
Lucas Wagstaff
08:07 02 Mar 20
Amazing experience. Jane The dermatologist was knowledgeable but also caring, she gave me tailored advice and an aftercare plan. She made sure I knew what was going to happen and was comfortable throughout the whole procedure. She listened to my concerns and found ways to work with my situation, even gave me some stress ball to help with my nerves :). Looking forward to my next appointment.
Al Bo
16:01 23 Feb 20
had my first treatment today what a lovely experience. Can’t wait till I can see the results and my follow up treatment next month. Thank you Jane 😊
Jacqui Coleman
14:22 23 Feb 20
Thank you Jane, for the friendly professional way you looked at my skin problem with me, it was certainly a lot more in depth and informative than I was expecting, the before and after photos are testament to that the treatments you gave has almost removed all the scarring that acne left on my face. I cant thank you enough.— Brandon
Ian Nixon
16:19 22 Feb 20
Lisa Chapman
09:19 16 Feb 20
My therapist was very attentive listening and watching to check I was not uncomfortable.I felt confident in her hands due to her professionalism.
Rachel Moffat
07:25 14 Feb 20
Can’t speak highly enough of the team at the skin to love clinic. Everything from the consultation to the treatment is amazing and I’d highly recommend them
Geoffrey Banks-Smith
21:47 11 Feb 20
Alex Miles
12:48 28 Jan 20
I had 2 skin tags removed by my eyes made me feel very calm and was told what was going on lovely staff make you feel comfortable definitely recommend to anyone
amanda cooper
13:34 18 Jan 20
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18:48 15 Jan 20
zoe traynor
17:06 11 Jan 20
Fantastic clinic. Lovely warm and welcoming team who really are experts in their field. My skin has never looked better! I highly recommend.
Hayley Naunton
18:52 03 Jan 20
I had my consultation with Jane today to discuss best treatment for my skin concerns. she was very knowledgable and informative and gave me the best options for my concerns. I was very happy, definitely recommend "Skin to Love Clinic".
Pari Nixon
15:29 27 Dec 19
I cannot recommend the team the innovation and treatments more highly than at the Skin To Love Clinic. They are at the cutting edge of beauty and have new ways and procedures that make your skin look beautiful. I've spent many years on Harley and Wimpole street and assumed you couldn't get this level of investment and treatments anywhere else but the Skin the Love clinic not only offer every top treatment but the Jane and Sue are so skillful and have a real eye for what will work for you. Their mini thread lift is incredible as is their 'vampire' treatment but skin since I have moved to St Albans has improved dramatically
Annie Lonie
01:08 25 Dec 19
Ranya jumah
15:49 22 Dec 19
Professional, warm and friendly clinic with amazing staff who make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive.
Olivia
08:37 21 Dec 19
The staff are friendly, professional and very helpful.Dr Critchow’s knowledge is second to none. I highly recommend this service
Ifrah Ali
18:08 17 Dec 19
Excellent advice, Service and treatment. I’m really happy with the outcome of a procedure to deal with a cosmetic blemish that bothered me for years.
Simon Mitchell
07:31 17 Dec 19
The nurse who saw me was excellent - friendly, professional and sympathetic to my condition. I was treated with respect and felt extremely comfortable and reassured throughout the appointment. I would thoroughly recommend Skintolove to anyone with a concerning skin condition.
Paul Jones
16:44 14 Dec 19
Nour Agha
18:07 03 Dec 19
excellent would highly recommend
Jeanette Howells
17:09 26 Nov 19
Jane is absolutely amazing (as with the rest of the team of course!). She goes above and beyond to make you feel at ease before, during and after treatment and ensures you're comfortable throughout. I love the Skin to Love clinic and all everything everyone has done for me. Always a very happy customer!
Ella Brearley
18:10 09 Nov 19
Ozlem Johnston
12:31 09 Nov 19
Top class treatment, unique experience from start to finish. Impressive after care service, could not praise enough
Stephen Kendall
17:31 19 Oct 19
I have several issues with my skin and have been working with my doctor to deal with them. He referred me to a Dermatologist who advised on the treatment I needed. It took me a while to find the right place with the level of expertise that I needed and The Skin to Love Clinic ticked all of the boxes. My first experience with The Skin to Love Clinic was about 2 years ago. I had a consultation with Jane and immediately knew I was in good hands. I had a series of Fraxel laser which dealt with the issue as well as improved the quality of my skin. I am now dealing with a different issue and without hesitation made an appointment with Jane. What a relief to know that once again, I will be in the best hands and get the most appropriate treatment for my skin, not only dealing with the issue but also improving the health of my skin at the same time.
Liz Holgate
08:35 14 Oct 19
The Staff were friendly and professional and very helpful. I will be back again soon.
Steven Lee
13:37 07 Oct 19
I visited the Skin to Love Clinic today for my fourth and final treatment of Sunekos today. The results have exceeded my expectations. My skin is plumper and lines are definitely diminished. I look younger, healthier and I’m definitely happier. As always the experience was second to none from the moment you walk through the front door, from the receptionist, to all the clinicians, who make you feel welcome and comfortable with their warmth and friendliness whilst still maintaining their professionalism, instilling the confidence needed when embarking on cosmetic treatments. Thank you to all the team! I can’t recommend this clinic enough! Rita x
Rita H
06:26 17 Sep 19
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18:49 06 Sep 19
enrico stingaciu
19:59 05 Sep 19
I had a consultation today, the clinic is lovely and staff are very welcoming, I’m so happy with the information I was given, I’m quite excited to start using the products recommended for my skin type and see the change that occurs, it was so nice to actually have a in-depth conversation with someone that clearly knows what they are talking about, in the past Iv always made the mistake of trusting a beautician and trying treatments that are not suited to my skin.. yes they are great at some things they do but they are not trained enough to offer the advice and treatment that has been offered to me at the skin to love clinic... it’s also great to see the breakdown of all the skin complaints on the computer as it helps to point out the main issues, i can’t wait to start treatment in the very near future, fingers crossed onwards and upwards... thanks for the help today
Charlotte Harris
13:28 03 Sep 19
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