Hello, I’m Corinna Tolan, co-owner of Monica Tolan, The Skin Experts. We have three clinics: two in North Dublin (Malahide and Balbriggan) and one in North West London, located in Swiss Cottage with the postcode NW6 4EL. I’ve been in the skincare industry since 1997, when I qualified in beauty therapy, specialising in skin health. But the truth is, I was born into this world. My mother was one of the first beauty and skin therapists in North County Dublin, and she opened the region’s first skin clinic in the early 80s.
To put things into perspective, this was during a recession in Ireland. Most women didn’t drive, let alone start their own businesses, particularly with five children to raise. But my mum was a trailblazer. Her mission was always to empower women in our community and help them feel better about themselves. That same mission continues to inspire everything I do today.
I am incredibly passionate about my work and I lead a team of over 30 dedicated experts. Our mission is simple: to educate and empower our clients, helping them achieve healthy, beautiful skin. We believe in ageing gracefully. Rather than seeking to halt the ageing process, we want our clients to embrace their age with confidence and beautiful skin that reflects health and vitality.
I’ve worked with Environ Skin Care since 2006, alongside other excellent brands like Alumier, Mesoesthetic, and Clinicare. But if you asked me what I lean on most, it’s Environ. This brand was created by Dr. Des Fernandes in Cape Town, South Africa, after he lost two young patients to melanoma. His work showed that skin deprived of vitamin A ages more quickly and can even become more prone to cancer. Applying vitamin A to the skin morning and evening undoes daily damage and builds the skin’s resilience to age beautifully and healthily. This philosophy underpins much of the work we do, as it’s about protecting the skin while restoring it.
When I use Environ Skin Care on a client’s skin, I know it will not only address specific concerns but also leave them with skin that radiates health. Once someone experiences what it’s like to have truly healthy skin, they will never return to quick-fix, invasive treatments. It’s remarkable to witness the transformation.
I also rely heavily on the Advanced Nutrition Programme, a skin-specific supplement range that helps treat skin conditions from within by reducing inflammation and providing essential nutrients. I’ve worked with clients ranging from six months old to those in their 70s and 80s, and no matter the age or skin condition, I’ve seen the same positive results across the board.
Our London clinic opened in 2021, just after the COVID lockdowns, and it has been an exciting journey. We took over an existing clinic that had been running for over 20 years, sending our Dublin manager, Claire, to lead the way in London. Claire has done an incredible job maintaining the high standards we uphold at Monica Tolan while training the team there. Some of the London staff have been with the clinic for two decades, and it’s been rewarding to see them adopt our approach to skin health.
Personally, I travel to London every eight weeks and I absolutely love it. I enjoy working with our London team, meeting clients, and soaking up everything the city has to offer. I usually stay in the Hampstead area, which is a lovely part of the city, and every visit leaves me eager to return. Our London clinic has a strong Irish community following, and we’re always delighted to welcome new clients, especially the Irish Girls in London. We’ve even arranged a special discount code for your members. Our treatments range from microneedling and skin peels to beauty services like laser hair removal, spray tans, LVL lashes, and HD brows.
Of our three clinics, the London one might just be my favourite. The level of care we provide and the treatments we offer are truly exceptional. I’m looking forward to welcoming more of you to our Swiss Cottage clinic!
Before I go, I’ve been asked to share one piece of advice. For me, it’s simple: Leave people better than you find them. It’s a philosophy that has always guided me, and I believe when you uplift others, it comes back to you tenfold.
Thank you so much to the Irish Girls in London for inviting me to share my story. I hope to meet many of you soon!
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