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Special Feature: Improving the Gut Microbiome to Transform Aesthetic Outcomes

Three professionals explore why the gut-skin axis deserves a place in aesthetic practice The gut microbiome is now recognised as a fundamental regulator of human physiology, with wide-ranging effects on immunity, inflammation and tissue repair.1 Far beyond its role in …

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Debating Before and After Images

Dermatology nurse practitioner Emmanuel Toni argues against before and after images in marketing Before and after photographs are the cornerstone of aesthetics marketing. Scroll through any clinic’s social media feed, and you’ll find a parade of transformations – skin clearer, …

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In The Life Of: Ms Priyanka Chadha

Consultant plastic surgeon Ms Priyanka Chadha shares how she balances the operating theatre and parenting duties A typical working day… My day begins just after 6am. If it is an operating day, I’m usually up before the sun rises, trying …

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Emotional Aftercare in Medical Aesthetics

Nurse prescriber Julie Scott explores the emotional landscape of regret in aesthetic patients In aesthetics, we spend a great deal of time preparing patients for the physical results of treatment, but what happens when the emotional response doesn’t match expectations? …

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Establishing Informed Consent in Aesthetic Procedures

Healthcare insurance specialist Will Marshall outlines how consent is handled within the legal framework Consent is the foundation of ethical and legal clinical practice. For practitioners in the aesthetics field, understanding when and how to obtain valid consent is not …

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Unlocking Clinic Growth with Varied Demographics

Business consultant Vanessa Bird explores the hidden potential of untapped demographics and how to attract them to boost clinical growth To achieve long-term success in aesthetic clinic ownership, there is a constant need for investment in training, staff development, technology …

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Facial Rejuvenation Using STYLAGE® Dermal Fillers

Dr Mei-Ying Yeoh provides a case study using STYLAGE® to treat the effects of weight loss. In recent years, an increasing number of patients presenting to aesthetic clinics report facial changes following significant weight loss – whether through lifestyle modification, …

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Innovations Shaping the Future of Aesthetic

Discover the products that took the specialty by storm this year The aesthetics specialty is constantly evolving, with innovative products launching each year that shape the future of treatment and patient care. At The Aesthetics Awards, we celebrate the standout …

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Managing Skin Through Menopause

Dr Ginni Mansberg addresses the dermatological challenges of menopausal skin and offers practical strategies for effective management As practitioners working in medical aesthetics, it is easy to think of menopause in terms of lines, volume loss and skin laxity. But …

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Treating the Jowls with Threads

Dr Charlotte Woodward shares her technique to lift the jowls using threads As we age, our skin undergoes various changes that can lead to sagging and the development of jowls. These stubborn areas can be frustrating for many seeking a …

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