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The Powerhouse
What do your first 30 mins of the day look like, your morning routine? The first thing I practise is gratitude and meditation, before I start my day. Then it’s down to business. I’m known for makeup free skin, so my routine is simple: SPF, blush and go. Also, coffee, lots of coffee!
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In terms of beauty, do you subscribe to the theory you are what you eat? Absolutely. However, I’m a little bit yin and yang. I believe all things should be done in moderation. I have a massive sweet tooth and sometimes live on sugar, which is the worst thing for your body. So, when I’ve had sweets, I take
prescription-grade supplements and sit in the Cryo chamber or hypobaric chamber to balance it out. Life is all about balance. What pillars of DNA define LMS Wellness as a brand? Warmth and authenticity. Our clinic is actually club-themed: we have amazing music, and a space that makes everyone who comes to us feel like they never want to leave. Our ‘clients’ have become our family, and our consults enable them to make educated decisions inside, and outside of By Dr Vali. What has been the biggest challenge since launching and how did you overcome it? Like most business owners, the pandemic presented a huge challenge for us. I am used to flying globally to our 7+ concierge clinics across the world at least once or twice a month. Despite this, staying grounded during this time has allowed me to focus on the launch of my product line and create a masterplan for the future of By Dr Vali including our new groundbreaking experiential centre. You have an incredible location in London, what is unique about it? Our proximity to central London makes us easily accessible however, where we are which is tucked away in a quiet area of Chelsea means the ultimate in privacy and discretion for our clients. Our 360-degree experiential centre is equipped with futuristic, custom-made technology at the forefront of functional medicine. I personally hand pick my team who undergo intensive training to ensure they embody the core brand values. Why did you decide to focus on an invite-only approach? Our ‘By-Invitation Only’ approach means we can be the stylish retreat of a discreet and like-minded community which delivers an unparalleled client ex-
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LMS Wellness is the invite-only medical wellness spa dedicated to optimizing you both inside and outside. CEO & Founder Dr Vali discusses her superstar status approach to beauty
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