Explore the standout moments from ACE 2026 Last month, the Aesthetics Conference and Exhibition (ACE) 2026 hosted 3,458 aesthetics professionals for an event focused on learning, connection and the future
Aesthetic nurse practitioner Eleanor Hartley debates whether social media is a positive or negative force for the aesthetics specialty Medical aesthetics has long represented the interface of art and science.
Data specialist Charlotte Staples examines the practical realities of healthcare data protection and security The growing use of digital tools for bookings, payments and follow-ups increases exposure to cybercrime and data misuse.¹ Strong data protection frameworks not only mitigate risk …
Digital marketing consultant Rick O’Neill shares the lessons he learned from spending a week with Sir Richard Branson on Necker Island In the summer of 2025, I travelled to Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands to take part in …
Marketing consultant Joëlle Rotsaert explores how gender-affirming care is emerging as a core component of aesthetic practice Inclusivity is increasingly recognised as a marker of quality within healthcare, and medical aesthetics is no exception.¹ As the specialty continues to mature, …
A summary of the latest clinical studies Title: Filler-Induced Lymphatic Compromise: In Silico Modelling of Facial Safety Thresholds and Injection TechniquesAuthors: Eqram Rahman, et al.Published: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, February 2026Keywords: Hyaluronic acid, Injection safety, Lymphatic drainage Soft tissue fillers are …
Addressing GLP-1 Related Skin Laxity with Sofwave: An FDA Cleared, Non-Invasive Solution for Face and Body The rapid rise in GLP-1 medication has fundamentally shifted the aesthetic treatment landscape. As more patients experience significant and sustained weight loss, practitioners are …
Dr Marwa Ali examines the role of body devices in GLP-1–associated weight loss The use of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, has grown rapidly in medical weight management.¹ With patients achieving significant weight loss and …
Dr Georgina Williams, a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon and co-founder of Montrose London, shares insights into the vital role skincare plays in achieving the best surgical outcomes. How important is skin preparation before surgery, and when might surgery be …
Dr Nina Bal discusses approaches for combining chemical peels and LED Over the past decade, aesthetic practice has gradually shifted away from volume-centric approaches towards strategies that prioritise skin quality and long-term tissue health.¹⁻⁵ This has led to a rise …