Lorena Cosmetics Holdings SPV Announces Acquisition and Re-Launch of The Harley Medical Group & sk:n Clinic Group

In a landmark move for the UK cosmetic, aesthetics and medical dermatology sector, Lorena Cosmetics Holdings SPV Limited has successfully acquired and re-launched the sk:n and The Harley Medical Group (THMG) aesthetic and cosmetic surgery clinic chains. Lorena Cosmetics has actively worked to re-employ many former sk:n and THMG employees and are dedicated to ensuring ongoing delivery of high-quality medical aesthetic and cosmetic services at over 30 clinic locations across the length of the UK, with flagships at London’s Harley St. and Glasgow’s St. Vincent St. The acquisition is part of a broader strategic consolidation which also includes The Skin Experts and ABC Medical – who now join leading ophthalmology providers Optical Express under the Lorena Investments group portfolio.

“The acquisition and integration of sk:n and THMG into the Lorena portfolio reinforces our commitment to delivering world-class patient care, regulatory excellence, and innovative treatment solutions,” said David Moulsdale, Chairman and CEO of Lorena Cosmetics Holdings SPV. “By leveraging our almost 35 years of healthcare expertise, we aim to elevate the sk:n and THMG brands, ensuring every patient receives exceptional, medically-led, clinician delivered care in state of the art facilities.”

Over half of the re-opened sk:n clinics have benefitted from moving to upgraded premises within existing Optical Express clinics, all of which have full Care Quality Commission (CQC), Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS), or Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) registrations which allow for the delivery of advanced treatments and surgical procedures. Lorena Cosmetics plan to continue launching sk:n and THMG services in further locations throughout the UK in 2025. Under Lorena’s leadership and working in partnership with leading aesthetic industry brands, sk:n will also be introducing an expanded range of treatments and cutting-edge technologies in 2025 including polynucleotides, dermatology services and advanced skincare.

“We are acutely aware of the impact the previous business liquidation had on patients, employees and suppliers alike,” said Stephen Hannan, Clinical Services Director of Lorena Cosmetics. “As a patient-centric business already delivering care to stringent regulations and the highest standards of service, we are committed to rebuilding consumer trust by implementing a robust business infrastructure and support for patients affected by the previous closure to ensure they receive the best possible care moving forward. A Doctor-led, clinician delivered model will ensure the highest standards of care are provided to patients”.