About us

The clinic is led by Sophie Riddell, a consultant pharmacist prescriber at Vale Skin. She is a Save face governance board member, founder of the Aesthetic Pharmacists Group UK and was recognised in the House of Lords for her commitment to patient safety in Aesthetic Medicine.
She works tirelessly to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and best practices, ensuring the best possible care for our patients, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and regulation in medicine.
She has a special interest in skin disease, wound healing and skin regeneration. Sophie has trained with some of the top surgeons and specialists in the field of non-surgical aesthetic medicine and continues to gain extensive knowledge in the management of non-surgical complications, facial profile restoration and skin bio-rejuvenation.
“Looking after our skin is as important as education for our minds, food for our guts and exercise for our heart. It encapsulates our entire body. It’s our first line of defence against bacteria, regulates our temperature, and is a sense organ that gives us information about pain, pleasure, temperature and pressure, yet many of us don’t care for it properly.
We treat every patient as an individual here in the clinic, developing a bespoke treatment plan, tailored to their needs and budget.
Your skin health can have a huge impact on how you feel, it’s our mission at Vale Skin to give you a safe space to look and feel your best”

Dr. Adams, a 2013 graduate of Cardiff Medical School, brings a wealth of experience to our practice. Her foundation training took her to the North East of England, and she completed her GP training in Cardiff and Vale, gaining invaluable insights at the University Hospital of Wales and other local practices.

Dr. Adams is driven by a profound passion for holistic care, with a strong focus on well-being, nutrition, and mental health and its impact on skin health.

Her areas of interest include women’s health, menopause, and skin rejuvenation.

Anna is a Clinical Practitioner in Reflexology (Level 5 Diploma) and Facial Reflexologist.

She offers clients a safe space to experience some pure self-indulgent wellbeing. A place to allow you to fully focus on yourself.
Treatments with Anna offer a sense of wellbeing and release tension which can support a person going through a difficult time, aiding relaxation, restful sleep, improving mood and enhancing physical and emotional wellbeing.

In reflexology, the feet reflect the person’s whole body and therefore, through the use of zones, mapping, reflex points, and energy pathways, Anna can work to energise and rebalance the body.

Anna is also specially trained in the NEPIP technique, an advanced technique that encompasses all the systems involved with being in an anxious or stressed state. NEPIP promotes a calming and energising effect on the body which can help balance and restore the status quo within the body.

Facial reflexology is a holistic therapy that applies gentle pressure to specific points on the face, each corresponding to various organs, glands, and systems within the body.
Facial reflexology can help balance physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing by stimulating nerve endings, encouraging relaxation, alleviating stress and enhancing circulation.

Facial reflexology is also increasingly sought after for its anti-ageing benefits. Targeted facial pressure stimulates blood flow, oxygenation and collagen production, which can contribute to a more youthful, radiant appearance.

Regular treatments can reduce fine lines, enhance skin elasticity, and improve overall skin tone. This natural approach to skincare not only addresses the external signs of ageing but also promotes inner balance, leaving clients feeling deeply nourished, supported, and with an enhanced sense of wellbeing that radiates from within.

Dr Charlotte Halpin is a GP currently working in South Wales.

Charlotte graduated from the University of Wales College of Medicine in 2006 and worked in hospitals across Western Australia after completing foundation training in the UK.

On her return in 2011, she began core medical training, eventually specialised in General Practise, qualifying as a GP in 2017 – a job she is incredibly passionate about.

Charlotte’s focus is patient-centred, with the patient’s well-being at the heart of everything she does.

Through her work, Charlotte has developed a keen interest in dermatology and aesthetics, how diseases can affect the skin and the implications these have on well-being and self-confidence.

Charlotte looks forward to working with someone as accomplished as Sophie at Vale Skin and developing her competencies in aesthetic medicine.

Jude Trotman is a highly accomplished Biomedical Support Nurse and Phlebotomist with over sixteen years of experience. Jude has worked for Marie Curie within the Community District Nurse Team and has been with NHS Prince of Wales since 2018. Her diverse range of clinical skills includes counselling, palliative care, assistance in medication, ECGs, Phlebotomy.

Stephanie is our Commercial Operations Manager at Vale Skin.
With several years of experience in customer service and the sales industry, Steph understands what it takes to ensure your experience at Vale Skin is second to none.⁣
She loves building genuine relationships with clients and working within a team environment that drives both clinical results and ensures a nurturing patient experience.
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She is passionate about skin health and is proud to be part of a team that empowers our clientele.
Stephs thinks beyond just clinic operations. In an industry that is intent on selling you skincare and promising treatments and technology, she focussed on delivering results-based outcomes for our patients. She ensures Vale Skin are only offering the vert best products and services to our patients.
She offers us a unique set of capabilities to ensure we offer best-in-class processes, effective frontline support, and a well-curated treatment portfolio for our patients