Where do you stay in London?
When I am in London I always stay at the Laslett in Notting Hill. It’s close to my clinic and I love feeling part of the neighbourhood. It’s like coming home every time I’m there as the staff are so friendly and it offers serenity, comfort and a sense of peace to my crazy lifestyle.
Where was your first flat in the capital?
It’s funny, I have a permanent clinic in London but not a flat. My clinic is in Notting Hill and if I bought a place in London it would definitely be around here. I love to wander around Portobello Market when I have time and pop into all the independent shops around the area.
Where would you recommend for a first date?
As a wife and mother of three sons, it’s been a long time since I’ve dated. Although, Notting Hill with Julia Roberts is one of my favourite movies, so I think a perfect first date would be going to the famous bookshop [the Notting Hill Bookshop] and taking a stroll around the area as there is so much to see and talk about if conversation gets awkward.
Which shops do you rely on?
It’s got to be Harrods for Stella McCartney clothes and bags, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Wonderland in Covent Garden for make-up, Victoria Beckham on Dover Street for clothes and sunglasses, Panzer’s in St John’s Wood for bagels and groceries, and last but not least, ME+EM on Westbourne Grove for clothes and accessories.
What’s the best meal you’ve had in London?
My most memorable meal in London was a few years ago at Isabel in Mayfair, where my husband and I celebrated the opening of my clinic. The food was delicious and the Isabel paloma cocktail was amazing.
What would you do if you were Mayor for the day?
Make sure that everyone double cleansed their face each day.
Who is the most iconic Londoner in history?
To me, it’s got to be Kate Moss. She is a beautiful woman inside and out.
What’s the best thing a London cabbie has ever said to you?
It was actually, “Are you Kate Moss?”
Where do you go to let your hair down?
Usually in my room at the end of the day after long hours in my clinic. For fun in London, I like to go to dinner with girlfriends.
What’s your biggest extravagance?
Holidays with my family. Spending uninterrupted time with my husband and sons is the most important thing to me, so I love to indulge in faraway destinations and activities so we can make magical memories together.
What’s your London secret?
A Thai massage at Sabai Leela in Earl’s Court. It’s a dream.
What are you up to at the moment for work?
I’m currently travelling between London and Los Angeles for awards season as lots of my clients are getting ready for the red carpet — I’ll be there this weekend for the Oscars. It’s such an exciting and buzzy time of year and I’m grateful to work with some of the most incredible women and men.
Who is your hero?
Charlotte Tilbury. I adore Charlotte, both personally and professionally. The beauty empire she has built is a testament to her talent, hard work and determination, and I am truly inspired by what she continues to create and achieve.
What do you collect?
Beauty devices. At my clinic I have more than 100 machines.
What’s your favourite work of art in the capital?
When I have time I like to go to Tate Britain to see what’s on and recently went to the Lee Miller exhibition. I’m very excited for the Frida Kahlo exhibition when it opens at Tate Modern in the summer.
What’s your favourite beauty spot?
The Keren Bartov Advanced Skin Care Clinic in Notting Hill! (25 Kensington Park Road, W11; kerenbartov.co.uk)
As told to Rose Beer
