Baroness Karren Brady has been open about how becoming a grandmother sparked her desire to stay fit and healthy, and alongside losing weight through a healthy diet and lifestyle, she also takes good care of her skin and body with regular visits to an exclusive London salon.
The Apprentice star has been treated at Knightsbridge-based Rakus Clinic for 15 years, trying everything from facials to body contouring treatments. We caught up with Dr Rakus to learn more about how Karren is looking better than ever as she turns 57, and the treatments behind her youthful glow.
"One of the key treatments Karren has embraced is non-thermal laser therapy, which represents a shift away from traditional aesthetic approaches that rely on heat or tissue damage," Dr Rakus says.
© PA Images via Getty Images"This technology works very differently — it uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate the cells, particularly the mitochondria, which are often described as the ‘power plants’ of the body. When these are functioning well, the body is able to repair, regenerate and perform at a much higher level."
The beauty expert adds: "I often explain it to patients in simple terms: imagine your cells are like rechargeable batteries. Over time, due to ageing, stress, or lifestyle factors, those batteries lose efficiency. This treatment helps recharge them, allowing the body to work more optimally again.
"What makes this particularly appealing is that it is completely non-invasive — there’s no heat, no damage, and no downtime — yet it can have a profound effect on both appearance and wellbeing."
Improvements in skin and vitality
According to Dr Rakus, the treatments have led to great results for Karren, which are not only about aesthetics, but also in how she feels. "In Karren’s case, we’ve seen improvements in skin quality, body tone, and overall vitality, alongside benefits such as reduced discomfort and improved mobility. It’s a more holistic approach to anti-ageing — not just focusing on how you look, but supporting how your body functions from the inside out," she says.
"Increasingly, this is where modern aesthetics is heading — treatments that work in harmony with the body, enhancing its natural ability to repair and regenerate rather than forcing change from the outside."
Gentle yet effective facials
© GC ImagesKarren's beauty journey began with multi-step facials. "Hydrafacials are a multi-step, non-invasive skin treatment loved by celebrities and skincare enthusiasts worldwide for their instant results and zero downtime.
"Using advanced vortex technology, it deeply cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates the skin while delivering powerful antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. The treatment is gentle yet effective, making it suitable for all skin types and perfect for achieving that healthy, luminous red-carpet glow," Dr Rakus explains.
Non-invasive anti-ageing treatments
The beauty practitioner also disclosed that Karren uses Sofwave to treat the arm area and face. Explaining what the treatment involves, she shares: "Sofwave, the latest FDA-approved non-invasive technology designed to revitalise your skin by targeting fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity."
The treatment uses ultrasound technology to stimulate collagen and elastin production, which helps to reduce fine lines, improve firmness and restore a youthful appearance.
Body contouring treatments
Meanwhile, Karren has more recently been having Emerald Laser Reset treatments, which Dr Rakus describes as "the latest advancement in non-invasive fat reduction, laser body contouring, and cellular wellness." One of the perks of this low-level laser treatment is that it actually increases energy production and improves immune balance without the need for any downtime afterwards - ideal for someone with a busy lifestyle like Karren.
