Israeli Beauty Expert Rejects Botox, Treats Hollywood Stars with Advanced Skincare
Keren Bartov, an Israeli cosmetician and beauty entrepreneur with clinics in Tel Aviv and London, has gained a prestigious clientele including Beyoncé, Hailey Bieber, Julia Roberts, and Kim Kardashian by refusing to use injectables like Botox and hyaluronic acid in her treatments. At 47, with over two decades of experience, Bartov believes that expression lines are natural and that advanced technologies stimulating collagen produce healthier, more youthful skin than frozen faces.
In a recent interview with the British Daily Mail, Bartov criticized viral beauty trends involving excessive 15-step routines and overuse of strong acids and retinoids, which she says damage the skin. She advocates for simpler, smarter skincare with no more than four to six products daily, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the skin barrier, consistent use of SPF even in rainy England, and applying products from thinnest to thickest texture.
Bartov explained her approach to celebrity clients focuses first on improving skin quality, texture, pigmentation, hydration, collagen, and barrier health, before considering any additional treatments. She is not opposed to injectables but insists they should not be the initial step. For a quick glow before events, she recommends at-home devices combining RF technology with active ingredient infusion, followed by serums rich in peptides and antioxidants.
She highlights lactic acid as the single most important active ingredient for women over 40, praising its gentle exfoliation, renewal, and moisturizing benefits without irritation. Bartov’s core skincare rules include limiting products, proper layering with absorption time, avoiding hot water and harsh cleansing tools, thorough makeup removal by hand, and daily broad-spectrum SPF application on all exposed areas.
Bartov carefully selects media appearances to ensure her professional message is accurately conveyed, aiming to build long-term trust. Her philosophy challenges mainstream beauty norms by prioritizing natural skin health and longevity over quick fixes.
