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Working Together With Nuffield Health
We are delighted to share with you that Skin Camouflage Services are proud to be working with Nuffield Health.
With 31 award winning hospitals and 113 fitness, wellbeing clubs and healthcare clinics, Nuffield Health is UK’s largest health care charity.
We are proud to be working with Nuffield Health to provide medical skin camouflage and non-invasive scar therapy as part of the unique breadth of expertise Nuffield Health provides to their patients and clients. We are now accepting enquires and referrals for consultations at Nuffield Health Hospital, Bristol from early September 2021.
We are also delighted to have been invited to join the Nuffield Health programme of Open Events where experts share insights and are available to answer questions, at in person and on line events. We couldn’t agree more with the Nuffield Health mantra ‘How you feel tomorrow starts today’, if you have a visible skin difference and, or you would like to have scar therapy, we can help. In the first instance, please contact us at: [email protected]
With 31 award winning hospitals and 113 fitness, wellbeing clubs and healthcare clinics, Nuffield Health is UK’s largest health care charity.
We are proud to be working with Nuffield Health to provide medical skin camouflage and non-invasive scar therapy as part of the unique breadth of expertise Nuffield Health provides to their patients and clients. We are now accepting enquires and referrals for consultations at Nuffield Health Hospital, Bristol from early September 2021.
We are also delighted to have been invited to join the Nuffield Health programme of Open Events where experts share insights and are available to answer questions, at in person and on line events. We couldn’t agree more with the Nuffield Health mantra ‘How you feel tomorrow starts today’, if you have a visible skin difference and, or you would like to have scar therapy, we can help. In the first instance, please contact us at: [email protected]
A Day In The Life Of... Vanessa Jane Davies
Skin Camouflage Expert - International Therapist. Issue 134. Autumn 2020.
I’m sharing a typical professional day at work, in this case at 10 Harley Street London, a clinic that I established over 14 years ago and one that is looked upon as our flag ship, at Skin Camouflage Services. I acknowledge and am very grateful that I have a growing business year on year, but the success stems not just from myself, but my fantastic team who are the backbone of what Skin Camouflage Services represents: Professionalism, Credibility and Integrity.
I would like to say thank you to 10 Harley Street for remaining open and fully operational throughout COVID-19.
Read: A Day In The Life Of Vanessa Jane Davies >
I’m sharing a typical professional day at work, in this case at 10 Harley Street London, a clinic that I established over 14 years ago and one that is looked upon as our flag ship, at Skin Camouflage Services. I acknowledge and am very grateful that I have a growing business year on year, but the success stems not just from myself, but my fantastic team who are the backbone of what Skin Camouflage Services represents: Professionalism, Credibility and Integrity.
I would like to say thank you to 10 Harley Street for remaining open and fully operational throughout COVID-19.
Read: A Day In The Life Of Vanessa Jane Davies >
2020 APIL Annual Conference on Abuse in association with ACAL
Vanessa Jane Davies was delighted to be invited by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) in conjunction with the Association of Child Abuse Lawyers (ACAL) to speak at their prestigious annual conference on abuse. Sadly Covid 19 prevented the day being held in person but thanks to the power of video conferencing this important and thought-provoking conference went ahead.
Joining a panel of six high profile speakers drawn from the legal, therapeutic and academic worlds, Vanessa was asked to speak about the Impact of Self-Harm and Scarring.
Vanessa’s presentation talked about how, together with scar management therapies, effective medical skin camouflage (MSC) can support individuals who have experienced self-harm by minimising the appearance and impact of their scars, both physically and emotionally. With decades of clinical experience to draw upon, Vanessa engaged the Conference delegates with ‘before and after’ images and patient stories.
The presentation concluded with an incredibly powerful video provided by one of Vanessa’s long-standing Skin Camouflage Services patients. Natasha was in her late teens when Vanessa first saw her in Harley Street having been referred as part of Court proceedings. When Vanessa asked for permission to use some of her ‘before and after’ images (anonymised) in her presentation, Natasha suggested she spoke to the Conference about the life experiences that led her to self-harm and how, along with professional therapeutic help, medical skin camouflage has given her choice about her appearance and helped her move on with her life after self-harm...We were humbled to hear her story.
Joining a panel of six high profile speakers drawn from the legal, therapeutic and academic worlds, Vanessa was asked to speak about the Impact of Self-Harm and Scarring.
Vanessa’s presentation talked about how, together with scar management therapies, effective medical skin camouflage (MSC) can support individuals who have experienced self-harm by minimising the appearance and impact of their scars, both physically and emotionally. With decades of clinical experience to draw upon, Vanessa engaged the Conference delegates with ‘before and after’ images and patient stories.
The presentation concluded with an incredibly powerful video provided by one of Vanessa’s long-standing Skin Camouflage Services patients. Natasha was in her late teens when Vanessa first saw her in Harley Street having been referred as part of Court proceedings. When Vanessa asked for permission to use some of her ‘before and after’ images (anonymised) in her presentation, Natasha suggested she spoke to the Conference about the life experiences that led her to self-harm and how, along with professional therapeutic help, medical skin camouflage has given her choice about her appearance and helped her move on with her life after self-harm...We were humbled to hear her story.
Featured in: International Therapist. Summer 2020. Issue 133
Vanessa and Emma Holly from Restore Therapy both members of the Federation of Holistic Therapists are delighted to feature in this 3-page article about their unique collaboration together which reflects their approach to professional practice.
Having trained in ScarWork™ herself, Vanessa became the only skin camouflage expert in the UK qualified to provide Scar Work™ therapy.
Vanessa is very proud to have Emma on board at her Harley Street Practice and says ‘it made absolute sense for us to work together in this way. Whilst I am qualified to offer ScarWork™ my primary expertise is in Skin Camouflage, just as Emma’s consummate expertise is in scar therapy. In my experience, if you want to give your patients the best, the practitioner should be a specialist in their field, rather than having some experience of many things.'
Read more here: International Therapist - The Skin Collaborative, Issue 133
Having trained in ScarWork™ herself, Vanessa became the only skin camouflage expert in the UK qualified to provide Scar Work™ therapy.
Vanessa is very proud to have Emma on board at her Harley Street Practice and says ‘it made absolute sense for us to work together in this way. Whilst I am qualified to offer ScarWork™ my primary expertise is in Skin Camouflage, just as Emma’s consummate expertise is in scar therapy. In my experience, if you want to give your patients the best, the practitioner should be a specialist in their field, rather than having some experience of many things.'
Read more here: International Therapist - The Skin Collaborative, Issue 133
An Introduction to Beauty Negligence Claims. A Practical Guide For The Personal Injury Practitioner.
An Introduction to Beauty Negligence Claims. A Practical Guide For The Personal Injury Practitioner. Law Brief Publishing. Paperback: 978-1-911035-89-3. Written by Greg Almond, Senior Associate at Rotheras Solicitors.
This short book provides a practical guide for personal injury solicitors to help navigate their clients through potential beauty and cosmetic negligence claims.
There is a helpful resources section which provides guidance to the solicitor in ensuring they have access to the appropriate professionals to provide an experienced, impartial Expert Opinion.
Skin Camouflage Services is referenced in the book and Vanessa is absolutely delighted that her experience as an Expert Witness has been added to the selection of well-respected experts.
You can purchase the book from Amazon: An Introduction to Beauty Negligence Claims.
This short book provides a practical guide for personal injury solicitors to help navigate their clients through potential beauty and cosmetic negligence claims.
There is a helpful resources section which provides guidance to the solicitor in ensuring they have access to the appropriate professionals to provide an experienced, impartial Expert Opinion.
Skin Camouflage Services is referenced in the book and Vanessa is absolutely delighted that her experience as an Expert Witness has been added to the selection of well-respected experts.
You can purchase the book from Amazon: An Introduction to Beauty Negligence Claims.
After Lock down – Our schedule with the Association Personal injury Lawyers APIL
Over the years we have seen APIL grow and create so many excellent opportunities for its members and we are now delighted to extend our expert witness listing with a series of new steps.
Expert & Rehabilitation Services Directory 2020 - 2021
Skin Camouflage Services is listed as a rehabilitation provider in the APIL Directory in print and on line 2020-2021.
The directory displays rehabilitation service providers and support organisations – an invaluable source of information for APIL members. For further details please contact APIL or contact us directly for information about our services.
The directory displays rehabilitation service providers and support organisations – an invaluable source of information for APIL members. For further details please contact APIL or contact us directly for information about our services.
APIL PI FOCUS - June 2020 Volume 30 / Issue No. 5
Greg Almond is a Senior Associate at Rotheras in Nottingham and has written an excellent insight in APIL June PI Focus that explains the practicalities of Beauty Negligence claims and how to seek assistance from those experts who are within their field of expertise. In addition, Greg Almond has written a book to assist the Personal Injury solicitor titled. "An Introduction to Beauty Negligence Claims - A Practical Guide for the Personal Injury Practitioner".
As a skin camouflage expert with a beauty therapy background we receive instructions for non-surgical beauty treatments from hair dyes to lasers burns and wholeheartedly agree that as the industry grows, regulation must be the way forward.
APIL members can see our Expert Witness Services at: APIL PI Focus - June 2020 Volume 30 / Issue No. 5 Page 11
As a skin camouflage expert with a beauty therapy background we receive instructions for non-surgical beauty treatments from hair dyes to lasers burns and wholeheartedly agree that as the industry grows, regulation must be the way forward.
APIL members can see our Expert Witness Services at: APIL PI Focus - June 2020 Volume 30 / Issue No. 5 Page 11
APIL ABUSE Conference
Delighted to a presenting at this conference and to be able to join my colleagues during the course of the day. Supporting and treating self-harm patients in terms of cutting, burning and bruising is a frequent request across my clinical practices and I welcome the opportunity to be able to share my experiences.
Friday, 13 November 2020 at Marriott Marble Arch Hotel - Find out more >
Friday, 13 November 2020 at Marriott Marble Arch Hotel - Find out more >
Women Talking… My Cover Cream Business: Founded, Developed and Acquired.
Poppy Watt talks to Vanessa Jane Davies about recent changes to her company Varama International Ltd and also gets a glimpse into the entrepreneurial changes at Skin Camouflage Services, Harley Street, London.
Varama Cover Cream launched in 2010 and has managed to whether market challenges, seek new investment for product development and to re-brand itself to the company we now know as Varama International. The business was founded and developed by Vanessa Jane Davies based upon her experience as a Skin Camouflage expert. With 10 years of national and international trading in specialist cover creams Vanessa has had the opportunity and continues to offer an expert opinion on cover cream formulations, ratio’s, colours pigments and functionality like no other in the skin camouflage industry.
In March 2020 Veil Cover Cream acquired Varama International Ltd and are very pleased to add the range of colours and cover cream formulations to their business portfolio.
Veil Cover Cream Ltd Jack Patterson says ”One of the many similarities between Veil Cover Cream and Varama International is that the products have been created by commitment and dedication to the skin camouflage industry. It is also the diversity presented in the Varama colour range that will be exceedingly beneficial to the consumer.”
Read: Varama International ltd To Merge With Veil Cover Cream Ltd >
Varama Cover Cream launched in 2010 and has managed to whether market challenges, seek new investment for product development and to re-brand itself to the company we now know as Varama International. The business was founded and developed by Vanessa Jane Davies based upon her experience as a Skin Camouflage expert. With 10 years of national and international trading in specialist cover creams Vanessa has had the opportunity and continues to offer an expert opinion on cover cream formulations, ratio’s, colours pigments and functionality like no other in the skin camouflage industry.
In March 2020 Veil Cover Cream acquired Varama International Ltd and are very pleased to add the range of colours and cover cream formulations to their business portfolio.
Veil Cover Cream Ltd Jack Patterson says ”One of the many similarities between Veil Cover Cream and Varama International is that the products have been created by commitment and dedication to the skin camouflage industry. It is also the diversity presented in the Varama colour range that will be exceedingly beneficial to the consumer.”
Read: Varama International ltd To Merge With Veil Cover Cream Ltd >
Speed Medical Expert Spotlight
Speed Medical the UK’s leading independent provider of medical reports and rehabilitation have selected Vanessa Jane Davies as one of their experts in a interview this month. Great Q & A article that covers decades of experience in skin camouflage assessments, expert witness reports, rehabilitation work and scar management.
The Speed Medical Mission statement sums up why we work so well together:
The Speed Medical Mission statement sums up why we work so well together:
Lead the way by driving clinical quality, improving efficiencies and embracing the latest technologies to deliver an outstanding service.
Talkhealth Community Support our Young Patient
Skin Camouflage Services have been working with Talkhealth since 2016 and have enjoyed a proactive relationship with their annual Skin Conditions Clinics and their Healthcare programmes.
We are delighted to post that Talkhealth have taken one of our young patients under their wing and encouraged the entire Health Care community to show their support and understanding for children and adults who have been attacked and bitten by dogs. Read 'Dealing With a Dog Attack'.
“This community approach will encourage a positive and meaningful life for anyone who has experienced such a traumatic event and is very much appreciated by Skin Camouflage Services” Vanessa Jane Davies.
Read our case study: Finleigh-Anna Suffered a Dog Attack
We are delighted to post that Talkhealth have taken one of our young patients under their wing and encouraged the entire Health Care community to show their support and understanding for children and adults who have been attacked and bitten by dogs. Read 'Dealing With a Dog Attack'.
“This community approach will encourage a positive and meaningful life for anyone who has experienced such a traumatic event and is very much appreciated by Skin Camouflage Services” Vanessa Jane Davies.
Read our case study: Finleigh-Anna Suffered a Dog Attack
Professional Collaboration with Melanoma UK August 2019
Melanoma UK, Britain’s largest melanoma patient support and advocacy charity and Skin Camouflage Services, the UK’s highly respected independent provider of skin camouflage practice are delighted to announce their professional collaboration. Read more on our professional collaboration with Melanoma UK >
Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) Stanford Hall
Vanessa Jane Davies was honoured to be invited to talk at the Defence Military Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) on the 19th June 2019. Set in the grounds of the beautiful Stanford Hall Estate in the East Midlands, the centre opened in 2018 and provides world class clinical and rehabilitation facilities for recovering Armed Forces personnel.
Vanessa’s presentation was based upon her practical assessments of treating patients for whom skin camouflage plays a significant part in the person’s recovery and rehabilitation following a traumatic injury.
The audience was made up of doctors (consultants and GP trainees), physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, psychologists, prosthetists, rehabilitation instructors etc across all disciplines of rehabilitation/rheumatology and sports medicine. The aim of her presentation was to provide an insight into the practicalities of patients receiving skin camouflage treatment and the impact that this has in helping their recovery both physically and psychologically.
The Defence facility is now up and running >
Vanessa’s presentation was based upon her practical assessments of treating patients for whom skin camouflage plays a significant part in the person’s recovery and rehabilitation following a traumatic injury.
The audience was made up of doctors (consultants and GP trainees), physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, psychologists, prosthetists, rehabilitation instructors etc across all disciplines of rehabilitation/rheumatology and sports medicine. The aim of her presentation was to provide an insight into the practicalities of patients receiving skin camouflage treatment and the impact that this has in helping their recovery both physically and psychologically.
The Defence facility is now up and running >
Medico Legal Conference 2019
Vanessa Jane Davies was invited by Medico Legal magazine to talk about her company Skin Camouflage Services, her entrepreneurial journey and her role as a Skin Camouflage Expert.
Vanessa acknowledges the organisations, collaborators and clients who have all played a part in developing the concept of her business and who continue to work with Skin Camouflage Services to create new patient initiatives.
The Medical Legal magazine both printed and online version was released ahead of the Medico-Legal Conference, Queen Elizabeth II Westminster London. Read it here: Medico-Legal Magazine - Issue 11
Vanessa acknowledges the organisations, collaborators and clients who have all played a part in developing the concept of her business and who continue to work with Skin Camouflage Services to create new patient initiatives.
The Medical Legal magazine both printed and online version was released ahead of the Medico-Legal Conference, Queen Elizabeth II Westminster London. Read it here: Medico-Legal Magazine - Issue 11
Talkhealth Hub: Scars and Wound Care
Skin Camouflage Services shares information on the benefits of skin camouflage, where to seek help and advice and how to feel more confident with scars and wound care. The wound care programme leaflets are available in all our clinics.
Katie Piper Workshops
Vanessa was invited to deliver a range of skin camouflage demonstrations and advice at a seminar organised by the Katie Piper Foundation. The event was held in Central London and was the first in a series of events and seminars organised by the Foundation which supports those living with burns and scars.
The subject of Channel 4’s documentary Katie: My Beautiful Face, Katie set up KPF following a brutal attack where sulphuric acid was thrown in her face. The first seminar was designed exclusively for burns survivors and Vanessa was one of a range of hair and makeup professionals that KPF had invited to come to offer advice and guidance and to show how easy it can be to build your confidence and feel your best. Please visit www.katiepiperfoundation.org.uk for more information.
The subject of Channel 4’s documentary Katie: My Beautiful Face, Katie set up KPF following a brutal attack where sulphuric acid was thrown in her face. The first seminar was designed exclusively for burns survivors and Vanessa was one of a range of hair and makeup professionals that KPF had invited to come to offer advice and guidance and to show how easy it can be to build your confidence and feel your best. Please visit www.katiepiperfoundation.org.uk for more information.
Red Arc Nurses Refer Patients to Skin Camouflage
Vanessa Jane Davies was delighted to meet the team of RED ARC nurses in Chester to introduce skin camouflage to their list of treatments. RED ARC will be able to offer clinical appointment's to those patients who have a scar, discolouration or any form of skin damage that is causing their patients distress and worry. The benefits of skin camouflage are over whelming and provide an instant difference to how a patient can look and feel about themselves. RED ARC patients will, if appropriate, be able to access skin camouflage appointments across four clinics and this will include tuition, a supply of cover creams, as well as on going patient advice.
"The aim is for us to work together to support patients through their rehabilitation" comments Director of Nursing Services. RED ARC Assured.
"The aim is for us to work together to support patients through their rehabilitation" comments Director of Nursing Services. RED ARC Assured.
Vanessa Visits The British Forces
Vanessa Jane Davies was invited to commence a programme of skin camouflage training for The British Army in Manchester. A group of Medical Officers and Combat Medical Technicians were keen to learn the benefits of how skin camouflage can assist soldiers in their recovery and rehabilitation.
A Senior Medical Officer commented "Skin Camouflage is a therapy that can significantly improve the appearance of a disfigurement of a serviceman or servicewoman due to a medical condition or an injury. It not only improves the physical appearance of those affected but can have huge benefits in alleviating the negative psychological impact these disfigurements can have on both the service personnel and their families."
The session was very well received and further training will continue. A nominated medic will provide the skin camouflage service to the Army Personnel and operate from their base. Vanessa will provide ongoing support and mentoring as well as all the necessary documents to implement patient care.
A presentation then followed in the afternoon by a Consultant in Pain Medicine. Burns management and pain control were discussed and played a key role underpinning the soldiers learning.
A Senior Medical Officer commented "Skin Camouflage is a therapy that can significantly improve the appearance of a disfigurement of a serviceman or servicewoman due to a medical condition or an injury. It not only improves the physical appearance of those affected but can have huge benefits in alleviating the negative psychological impact these disfigurements can have on both the service personnel and their families."
The session was very well received and further training will continue. A nominated medic will provide the skin camouflage service to the Army Personnel and operate from their base. Vanessa will provide ongoing support and mentoring as well as all the necessary documents to implement patient care.
A presentation then followed in the afternoon by a Consultant in Pain Medicine. Burns management and pain control were discussed and played a key role underpinning the soldiers learning.
BBC Fake Britain
Vanessa Jane Davies. Expert advice and filming at 10 Harley Street, London.
Dubai Press
Ohlala magazine featured Vanessa Jane Davies and her skin camouflage brand Varama in their Bahrain and Qatar December issue of the magazine.
Read the feature here: Ohlala magazine featured Varama
Read the feature here: Ohlala magazine featured Varama
Vanessa Jane Davies Featured in Women Talking
If ever there was proof that women are continuing to achieve and make their mark then our latest articles provide ample evidence of that. Vanessa Jane Davies spoke to Poppy Watt about her achievements as a business woman.
Women Talking is an online blog discussing themes such as: Business, Entertainment, Family Fashion, Food & Drink, Health & Beauty, Lifestyle. This article was published in 2011. Read the Women Talking feature here: Women Talking >
Women Talking is an online blog discussing themes such as: Business, Entertainment, Family Fashion, Food & Drink, Health & Beauty, Lifestyle. This article was published in 2011. Read the Women Talking feature here: Women Talking >
The Guardian - Eczema Report
Vanessa Jane Davies, founder of Skin Camouflage Services and Varama Cover Creams has advised in the Guardian top tips when someone is scarred whilst suffering with Eczema.
The Top Tips can be found here: Eczema.
The Top Tips can be found here: Eczema.
UKTI Opens Up Doors for Skin Confidence in Australia
UKTI have helped Skin Camouflage Services to introduce their expertise in Australia, establish successful working relationships and introduce the Varama International brand into the Australian market.
Mims Dermatology Advertorial. The Role of Skin Camouflage by Vanessa Jane Davies
Vanessa Jane Davies has written an editorial for Mims Dermatology a biannual medical journal for healthcare professionals. The publication titled ‘The Role of Skin Camouflage’ delivers key information to those professionals who have a specific interest in dermatology. Read the article here: Mims Dermatology Advertorial.
Scar Management Day
Skin Camouflage Expert, Vanessa Jane Davies was invited to speak at the Scar Management Day for the
British Society for Dermatological Surgery and British Cosmetic Dermatology Group. Read about the Scar Management Day.
British Society for Dermatological Surgery and British Cosmetic Dermatology Group. Read about the Scar Management Day.
Dermatological Nursing. Clinical Skills: The Use Of Camouflage In Skin Conditions
Written by Vanessa Jane Davies Founder of Skin Camouflage Services. Member of The British Dermatological Nursing Group (BDNG). Read about the Clinical Skills: The Use Of Camouflage In Skin Conditions.
