What SkinViva does

SkinViva (operating commercially through The Academy Clinic) is a UK-based private aesthetics clinic group founded in 2008 and headquartered in Manchester, with three clinical sites across London (Threadneedle Street, Copthall Avenue) and Manchester (Quay Street). The firmographic profile describes it as specializing in cosmetic surgery and aesthetic, mesotherapy, dermaplaning, and skincare treatments. In practice it serves individual consumers seeking non-surgical aesthetic enhancements through a portfolio that spans injectable treatments (dermal fillers, wrinkle-reduction), skin rejuvenation services (microneedling with exosomes, medium retinol peels, HydraNeedling, LED light therapy, dermaplaning, skin analysis, Hydrafacial), advanced aesthetic procedures, and a specialized Aesthetic Complications Clinic offering ultrasound imaging, outcomes tracking, and referrals for managing treatment-related issues.

The underlying technology stack centers on medical-grade microneedling systems that deliver controlled micro-injuries paired with Mesoestetic's regenerative cocktail of vegan exosomes, NAD, and niacinamide, marketed under the "Microneedling with Exosomes" treatment launched in 2026. Operations are supported by the Zenoti clinic management platform (booking, CRM, scheduling), Google Analytics for web analytics, and a Design MC-hosted marketing website available in 16 languages. Skincare retail is anchored to third-party medical-grade brands (Obagi, Neostrata, Mesoestetic).

The business model is direct-to-consumer and transaction-based. Revenue is generated primarily through per-treatment unit pricing (e.g., £45 for a 45-minute peel, £75 for a 60-minute peel, £180 for a 70-minute microneedling with exosomes session) organized into five tiers — Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond, and Demo — which range from supervised training appointments to fully private bespoke sessions, plus retail skincare product sales. Customer acquisition combines a consultation-first sales motion with online booking via Zenoti, phone/email, walk-in consultations, a structured £20 referral program (12-month validity, UK/EU-restricted), website content marketing, social media, email newsletter, and paid Google and Meta advertising. The clinic operates as a sister brand of Harley Academy Limited (Company No. 9426500), which provides qualified medical professionals and trainers, anchoring a medical-first, training-integrated service model.

Name

SkinViva

Legal name

The Academy Clinic

Website

https://skinviva.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SkinViva operates a UK-based private aesthetics clinic group (The Academy Clinic) with three sites in London and Manchester, offering injectables, skin rejuvenation treatments, and skincare retail to individual consumers via a Harley Academy training-integrated medical model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aesthetic Medical Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211), Beauty Salons (812112)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Medical-Grade / Clinical Facials (Dermatology & Med Spa) (HSALADAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cosmetic Dermatology (Aesthetic Injectables) (HLAKACAE), Dermaplaning Treatments (HSALADAK), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

Keywords

• Aesthetic treatments
• Cosmetic injections
• Dermal fillers
• Skin rejuvenation
• Medical aesthetics

Headquarters

HQ city

Manchester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Aesthetic Treatment Services: Primary revenue from providing cosmetic and aesthetic treatments including dermal fillers, wrinkle-reduction injections, skin treatments (microneedling, chemical peels, Hydrafacial, LED therapy), and advanced treatments. Revenue is generated on a per-treatment basis with tiered pricing based on practitioner level.
2. Skincare Products: Revenue from retail skincare products from brands including Obagi, Neostrata, and Mesoestetic. Products are sold as add-ons to treatments.
3. Referral Program Credits: Referral program where existing customers earn £20 credit for each friend who completes their first treatment. Credits are valid for 12 months and applicable to future treatments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SkinViva operates a UK-based cosmetic training clinic offering aesthetic treatments including dermal fillers, wrinkle-reduction injections, skin rejuvenation procedures (microneedling with exosomes, retinol peels, Hydrafacial, LED therapy, dermaplaning), and a specialized Aesthetic Complications Clinic. Services are delivered through clinics in London and Manchester under a tiered pricing model (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond) that integrates postgraduate training with patient treatments.

Product overview

The Academy Clinic is a UK-based cosmetic training clinic offering a comprehensive portfolio of aesthetic treatments. The core offering centers on injectable treatments (dermal fillers, wrinkle-reduction), skin rejuvenation (microneedling with exosomes, medium retinol peels, HydraNeedling, LED light therapy, dermaplaning, skin analysis, Hydrafacial), and advanced aesthetic procedures. The clinic operates as a training facility in partnership with Harley Academy, offering treatments across five pricing tiers (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond, Demo) ranging from supervised trainee-performed procedures to fully private appointments. A specialized Aesthetic Complications Clinic handles management of treatment-related complications including ultrasound imaging and referrals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dermal Fillers Hyaluronic acid-based injectable solutions that add shape, definition, and replace volume lost during the ageing process. Used for contouring and rejuvenating the face for individual consumers seeking natural-looking enhancement.
• Wrinkle-Reduction Treatments Injectable treatments that act immediately and help prevent future deep-seated wrinkles, provided subject to pre-treatment consultation and treatment suitability for individual patients.
• Skin Treatments Range of treatments targeting specific skin concerns including dullness, dehydration, age spots, sun damage, and acne for individual consumers.
• Advanced Treatments Cutting-edge aesthetic treatments designed to elevate and enhance skin texture, tone, and hydration while diminishing fine lines and wrinkles.
• Microneedling with Exosomes Advanced skin rejuvenation treatment combining medical-grade microneedling with regenerative exosome therapy using Mesoestetic regenerative cocktail containing vegan exosomes, NAD, and niacinamide.
• Medium Retinol Peel Skin renewal treatment combining retinol power with gentle release to reveal a more youthful and radiant appearance. Uses products from Obagi, Neostrata, and Mesoestetic brands.
• HydraNeedling Skin treatment listed as a related skin rejuvenation treatment in the clinic's portfolio.
• LED Light Therapy Light-based skin treatment for skin rejuvenation and healing offered to individual patients.
• Dermaplaning Physical exfoliation treatment to remove dead skin cells and vellus hair for individual patients seeking smoother skin.
• Skin Analysis Comprehensive skin assessment to determine suitable treatment options for individual patients.
• Hydrafacial Medical-grade hydradermabrasion treatment for deep cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration of the skin.
• Aesthetic Complications Clinic Specialized clinic handling aesthetic complications, including ultrasound imaging records, treatment outcomes, and referral services for managing treatment-related issues.

Quantifiable outcome

• Microneedling with exosomes shows initial improvements in brightness, hydration, and skin texture within 5-7 days; long-term results develop over 4-12 weeks as collagen and elastin production increases

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Harley AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Harley Academy, the UK's leading postgraduate training provider in aesthetic medicine for medical professionals. The Academy Clinic serves as a sister brand and cosmetic training clinic, raising the standard of aesthetic care in the UK. This partnership provides access to expert trainers and qualified medical professionals, ensuring high-quality, supervised treatments across all service tiers.
• Story ClinicsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister brand relationship within the same corporate family (Harley Academy Limited). Data sharing and operational alignment between The Academy Clinic and Story Clinics.
• ZenoticoreTechnology or IntegrationClinic management software provider for appointment booking, scheduling, and clinic operations. Zenoti platform used for online treatment booking.
• ObagiminorOthersSkincare brand partner providing medical-grade skincare products including retinol peels and other treatment products.
• NeostrataminorOthersSkincare brand partner providing medical-grade skincare products including retinol peels and other treatment products.
• MesoesteticcoreOthersProvider of regenerative cocktail containing vegan exosomes, NAD and niacinamide used in microneedling with exosomes treatments. Mesoestetic is a key brand for advanced skin rejuvenation treatments.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Woodford Medical: UK doctor-led clinic chain offering aesthetic injectables, skin treatments, and wellness services across multiple sites. Comparable on medical-first positioning and multi-clinic operating model.
• River Aesthetics: Doctor-led UK aesthetics clinic offering injectables, skin rejuvenation, and advanced treatments with a clinical, training-aware approach. Comparable on medical-grade positioning and target consumer.
• sk:n Clinics: Largest UK non-surgical aesthetics clinic chain with multiple sites offering injectables, skin treatments, and laser therapies. Directly comparable on service mix, customer demographic, and geographic footprint, but operates at much greater scale.
• Story Clinics: Sister brand within the Harley Academy Limited group offering aesthetic and skin treatments. Operates with the same practitioner pool and group-level strategy, making it the closest operational peer.
• Thérapie Clinic: Major UK and Ireland aesthetics chain offering injectable and skin treatments with a multi-tier pricing approach and strong marketing. Comparable on service portfolio, target customer, and high-volume clinic operations.
• EF Medispa: London-based medical spa offering injectables, advanced skin treatments, and body contouring with a clinical, doctor-led approach. Comparable on medical-grade service portfolio and London customer base.
• Dr Leah Clinics: UK doctor-led aesthetics clinic offering anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, and skin treatments with multiple locations. Comparable on medical-first positioning, service portfolio, and consumer target.
• The Cosmetic Skin Clinic: Doctor-led UK aesthetics clinic in London and surrounding areas offering dermal fillers, wrinkle-reduction, microneedling, and advanced skin treatments. Closely comparable on medical-first positioning and premium service mix.

Others

• Harley Academy: Parent organisation of The Academy Clinic and the UK's leading postgraduate aesthetic medicine training provider. Not a competitor but the strategic partner whose brand, training pipeline, and practitioners enable The Academy Clinic's operating model.

Emerging players

• Askinology: London-based doctor-led aesthetics clinic offering injectables, skin treatments, and microneedling with a clinical, technology-forward positioning. Comparable on medical-grade service mix and central London customer base, though smaller in scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/skinviva
• Facebookfacebook.com/skinviva

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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