Updated 22 January 2026
Date of Assessment: 30 September 2026
Vie Aesthetics Holborn is an independent health clinic, operated by Vie Aesthetics Ltd. It is registered by the CQC under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 in respect of some, but not all, of the services it provides. General exceptions apply to registration with CQC as set out in Schedule 2 of The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.
Vie Aesthetics Ltd provides services at two clinic locations, one in Holborn, Central London and the other in Rayleigh, Essex. It is registered to provide the regulated activities Diagnostic and screening procedures, Treatment of disease, disorder or injury, Surgical procedures and Services in slimming clinics. It offers a range of treatments including cosmetic surgery; thread lifts, provision of treatments for hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), bruxism (teeth grinding and jaw clenching) and treatment for migraine, and health screening under its CQC registration. Other treatments offered are not within CQC scope of registration and therefore we did not assess them. The Holborn clinic operates on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 am and 6 pm, by appointment only.
SAFE
The provider had a good learning culture and people could raise concerns. Managers investigated incidents thoroughly. People were protected and kept safe. Staff we spoke with understood and managed risks. The facilities and equipment met the needs of people, were clean and well-maintained and any risks mitigated. There were enough staff with the right skills, qualifications and experience. Managers made sure staff received training and regular appraisals to maintain high-quality care. Staff managed medicines well and involved people in planning any changes.
EFFECTIVE
People were involved in assessments of their needs. Staff reviewed assessments taking account of people’s communication, personal and health needs. Care was based on latest evidence and good practice. Staff worked with all agencies involved in people’s care for the best outcomes and for smooth transitions when moving services. Staff made sure people understood their care and treatment to enable them to give informed consent. Staff involved those important to people and took decisions in people’s best interests where they did not have capacity.
CARING
People were treated with kindness and compassion. Staff protected their privacy and dignity. They treated them as individuals and supported their preferences. People had choice in their care and treatment. The provider supported staff wellbeing.
RESPONSIVE
People were involved in decisions about their care. Staff provided information people could understand. People knew how to give feedback and were confident the provider took it seriously and acted on it. The provider worked to eliminate discrimination. People received fair and equal care and treatment. People were involved in planning their care and understood options around choosing to withdraw or not receive care.
WELL-LED
Leaders and staff had a shared vision and culture based on listening, learning and trust. Leaders were visible, knowledgeable and supportive, helping staff develop in their roles. Staff felt supported to give feedback and were treated equally, free from bullying or harassment. Staff understood their roles and responsibilities. There was a culture of continuous improvement with staff given time and resources to try new ideas.