Hydrofacial in London
A deep-cleansing, hydrating facial for instant glow, with no downtime.
A Hydrofacial is a multi-step facial that deeply cleanses, gently exfoliates, extracts congestion and floods the skin with hydrating serums, all in one treatment with no downtime. It leaves the skin clearer, smoother and visibly glowing straight away, and suits almost all skin types. At the West Hampstead clinic it takes about 30 to 45 minutes and works beautifully as a one-off glow or a regular skin-health treatment. Treatment is £125.
A Hydrofacial is the treatment to choose when you want clearer, fresher, glowing skin with zero downtime, whether before an event or as a regular part of looking after your skin. It combines cleansing, exfoliation, gentle extraction and deep hydration in one comfortable session, and it suits sensitive skin as well as congested or dull skin.
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ABOUT HYDROFACIAL
What is a Hydrofacial?
A Hydrofacial is a hydradermabrasion treatment that uses a device with a vacuum-and-infusion handpiece to cleanse and resurface the skin while simultaneously delivering nourishing serums. In a series of steps it removes dead skin cells and impurities, gently clears congestion from the pores, and hydrates and protects with serums containing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and antioxidants. Unlike a traditional facial, it combines physical resurfacing with deep hydration, and unlike a peel it has no downtime.
It is a gentle, comfortable treatment suitable for almost everyone, and it pairs well with the clinic’s other skin treatments such as peels and skin boosters.
WHO IS IT FOR
What it helps with
Dull Skin
Dull, tired skin in need of an instant glow
Blocked Pores
Congestion, blackheads and enlarged-looking pores
Skin Texture
Uneven texture and dehydration
Maintenance
General skin maintenance and pre-event radiance
HOW IT WORKS
How the treatment works
The treatment works through several steps in one session: a deep cleanse and gentle exfoliation to remove dead skin cells, a painless extraction step that uses gentle suction to clear pores, and an infusion step that delivers hydrating and antioxidant serums into the freshly prepared skin. A soothing or brightening serum may be tailored to your skin. The whole treatment takes around 30 to 45 minutes and feels comfortable, often like a light massage.
“A Hydrofacial is the easiest win in skincare: clearer, brighter skin in under an hour with no downtime. I use it as a standalone glow and as a foundation alongside other treatments. It is gentle enough for sensitive skin and effective enough to do real work on congestion.”
Dr Chiké Emeagi, MRCS, GMC 4418489
WHAT TO EXPECT
Results and what to expect
You see results immediately: skin looks clearer, smoother, plumper and noticeably brighter straight after the treatment, with no redness to hide. There is no downtime, so it is ideal before an event. The glow lasts for several days to a week or more, and regular treatments, often monthly, keep the skin looking its best and help with ongoing congestion.
Recovery and aftercare
There is no downtime. Skin may look slightly flushed for a short while and then settles to a glow. Aftercare is simple: avoid heavy makeup for the rest of the day where you can, keep the skin hydrated, and use a daily SPF. You can return to all normal activities immediately.
PRICING
What a Hydrofacial costs
A Hydrofacial at the West Hampstead clinic is £125, with options that add targeted boosters or extended steps priced accordingly, and courses available for ongoing skin health. Every treatment includes a skin check, and you are quoted clearly beforehand. You can see the full price list online.
IS THIS FOR ME?
Am I a suitable candidate?
A Hydrofacial suits almost all skin types and tones, including sensitive skin, and is a good option whether your concern is dullness, congestion, dehydration or simply maintenance. It is gentle enough to be a first treatment for those new to skincare.
It is best avoided, or adapted, with active or severe acne flares, active cold sores, sunburn, or certain skin conditions in the area. A quick skin check confirms suitability and tailors the serums to you.
WHY US
Why choose Hampstead Aesthetics
Even a gentle facial benefits from being part of a considered skin plan in a medically-led clinic. Dr Chiké Emeagi is Medical Director of Hampstead Aesthetics, a doctor on the GMC register (number 4418489) and a member of the Royal College of Surgeons, and Hydrofacials sit alongside medical skin treatments and a personalised skincare routine. The clinic is on West End Lane in West Hampstead, NW6, and welcomes patients from across North London.
PATIENT REVIEWS
What patients say
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TRUSTED BRANDS
Clinically validated products we use
We work exclusively with clinically validated, CE-marked brands across every treatment we offer, from Botox to dermal fillers, biostimulators and skin boosters. Every product is sourced from authorised UK distributors, so you get predictable outcomes, genuine ingredients and full regulatory traceability on everything that touches your skin.
WHO IS YOUR PRACTITIONER
Medical Governance & Practitioner Verification
Dr Chike Emeagi - GMC Registration No. 4418489
Hampstead Aesthetics is a doctor-led clinic under the clinical direction of Dr Chike Emeagi - a fully registered medical doctor whose qualifications and licence to practise are publicly verifiable. Every Hydrofacial begins with a face-to-face skin assessment and is carried out by a trained practitioner within a medically-led clinic.
MRCS - Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
MRCGP - Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners
MSc Aesthetic Medicine - Postgraduate master's degree in aesthetic clinical practice
GMC Licensed - Full licence to practise, verifiable on the public medical register
You are encouraged to verify Dr Chike’s registration directly on the https://www.gmc-uk.org/
CHOOSING YOUR PRACTITIONER
Why Medically-Led matters
A Hydrofacial is a gentle, non-injectable treatment – but it still resurfaces the skin and delivers active serums, so a proper skin assessment matters. Before treatment your skin is checked to tailor the serums to you and to screen for anything that means the facial should be adapted or postponed, such as an active cold sore, an acne flare, sunburn or recent use of certain actives. Being treated in a doctor-led clinic means that assessment, honest advice on whether a facial is the right choice for your skin, and medical oversight are all part of the service..
Products & Safety
Medical-grade, CE/UKCA-marked products – sourced only from authorised UK distributors for full regulatory traceability
Serums tailored to your skin – selected following a face-to-face skin check Contraindication screening – carried out before every treatment Medical oversight on site – Dr Chike is available where a skin concern needs a medical approach
We carry full professional indemnity insurance covering all treatments performed at this clinic.
Consent, Privacy & Your rights
Before treatment you will have a skin consultation covering your skin history, any contraindications, realistic outcomes and aftercare. Treatment will not proceed without your informed consent.
If you have a concern about your treatment, you are entitled to raise it directly with the clinic and, if it concerns Dr Chike’s professional conduct as a doctor, to escalate to the General Medical Council.
Reviewed June 2026. Dr Chike Emeagi — GMC No. 4418489.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Hydrofacial cost in London?
At the West Hampstead clinic it is from £120, with add-on boosters and extended options priced accordingly and courses available. Every treatment includes a skin check, and you are quoted clearly beforehand.
What is a Hydrofacial?
At the West Hampstead clinic it is from £120, with add-on boosters and extended options priced accordingly and courses available. Every treatment includes a skin check, and you are quoted clearly beforehand.
Is there any downtime?
No. Skin may look slightly flushed briefly and then settles to a glow. You can wear makeup and return to all normal activities immediately, which is why it is popular before events.
How long does it take?
The treatment takes around 30 to 60 minutes, depending on whether you add targeted boosters or steps. It is comfortable, often like a light facial massage.
How often should I have one?
Monthly treatments keep the skin looking its best and help with ongoing congestion, but it also works beautifully as a one-off glow before an event. Your skin check will advise.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes. It is gentle and the serums can be tailored, so it suits sensitive skin as well as congested or dull skin. It is often a good first treatment for those new to skincare.
Does it help acne and congestion?
It helps clear congestion, blackheads and excess oil through gentle exfoliation and extraction, and can improve the look of the skin. Active or severe acne may need a different or additional medical approach.
Does it hurt?
No. Most people find it relaxing, describing it as a light massage with a cool, hydrating feel. The extraction step is gentle and painless.
Will I see results straight away?
Yes. Skin looks clearer, smoother, plumper and brighter immediately, with the glow lasting several days to a week or more. Regular treatments build and maintain the effect.
Hydrofacial or chemical peel?
A Hydrofacial gives glow and gentle cleansing with no downtime; a chemical peel works deeper on pigmentation, texture and lines but can involve flaking. They are sometimes alternated. Dr Chiké will advise which suits your skin.
Can it be combined with other treatments?
Yes. It pairs well with skin boosters, LED and a good home routine, and prepares the skin nicely. Dr Chiké will suggest a combination only where it genuinely helps.
Is it safe for all skin tones?
Yes. As a gentle, non-heat treatment it is suitable across skin tones. Your skin check confirms the right serums and any tailoring for your skin.
Can I have it before an event?
Absolutely. Because there is no downtime and the glow is immediate, it is one of the best pre-event treatments. Having it a day or two before is ideal
Who should avoid it?
It is best avoided or adapted with active or severe acne flares, active cold sores, sunburn, or certain skin conditions in the area. A quick skin check confirms suitability.
How do I get the best long-term results?
Regular treatments combined with a good medical-grade home routine and daily SPF give the best ongoing skin health. Dr Chiké can build a skincare plan alongside your facials.
Arrange your consultation
If you want clearer, brighter, glowing skin with no downtime, a Hydrofacial is a great place to start. Dr Chiké’s clinic will check your skin, tailor the serums, and advise on a one-off or a regular plan with no pressure. If you have searched for a Hydrofacial near me, the West Hampstead clinic welcomes patients from across North London.
VISIT US
Our London Clinic
- Hampstead Aesthetics West Hampstead, London NW6
- Call us 020 3196 7222
- WhatsApp 07869 730 159
- Email: info@hampsteadaesthetics.com
- Opening hours: Mon–Fri 9am–7pm, Sat 10am–5pm, Sunday closed
Reviewed by Dr Chiké Emeagi, MBBS, MRCGP, MRCS, GMC No. 4418489. Last reviewed June 2026.
This page is for information and does not replace a consultation. Results vary from person to person. All treatments carry potential risks, which will be discussed in full before any procedure. Hampstead Aesthetics, 269 West End Lane, West Hampstead, London NW6 1QS.
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