Each month, the Aesthetics Journal publishes one CPD-approved article, allowing the reader to earn one CPD point towards their medical revalidation.
Our CPD articles feature a range of topics including anatomy, techniques, aesthetic treatments, wellness and more. Once the article has been read and the five multiple questions answered, readers can email [email protected] to receive their CPD certificate.
Miss Jenny Doyle, Dr Aaminah Haq and Dr Arshi Baig review the latest research in polynucleotide treatments in medical aesthetics Globally, non-invasive aesthetic procedures accounted for more than £52 billion of revenue in 2023 and are increasing, with an annual growth rate of 15.4% from 2024 to 2030.1 Injectable treatments
Dr Ben Taylor-Davies discusses the use of hyaluronidase in medical aesthetics and the main considerations for practitioners Hyaluronidase is a prescription-only medicine widely used in aesthetic medical practice for a variety of indications.1 Hyaluronidase is utilised by clinicians in the dissolution and dispersal of hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, both electively
Aesthetic nurse prescriber Anna Baker discusses multi-modality approaches to addressing tissue changes with glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide therapies Current literature suggests that medical aesthetic practitioners are noticing an increase in demand from patients seeking treatments to counteract accelerated skin ageing associated with glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA),
Dr Edward Robinson discusses a combination approach to regenerative aesthetics using PRP and PRF in synergy with other aesthetic treatments Regenerative treatments have emerged as a leading focus of medical aesthetics in recent years.1-4 An increasing patient demand for long-lasting, natural results that work with the body’s own healing mechanisms
Dr Jordan Faulkner and Dr Marcus Geyer discuss key anatomical considerations and injection techniques for safe and effective chin enhancement The chin plays a pivotal role in defining the lower third of the face and is essential for overall facial symmetry and aesthetic balance. A recessed or underdeveloped chin can
Miss Jenny Doyle, Miss Aaminah Haq and Dr Arshi Baig analyse current literature on rejuvenating the skin using botulinum toxin. The uptake of non-surgical methods, such as botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A), dermal filler and laser to achieve facial rejuvenation, is growing rapidly. At present, non-surgical options account for 90%
Dr Hazel Parkinson discusses the effects of menopause on acne and procedural options for menopausal patients Acne is often perceived as a concern primarily of adolescence, but it is increasingly recognised as a condition that affects adult women, particularly during the menopausal transition.1 This stage of life is associated with
Dr Alison Colville and Professor Valerie Edwards-Jones explore the role of antiseptic practices in medical aesthetics The skin and mucous membranes form the body’s protective barrier, and if this defence is breached by pathogens, they can reach subcutaneous tissue, muscle, bone and body cavities.1 With both aesthetic procedures and antibiotic
Dr Emmaline Ashley explores the current understanding of cryolipolysis as a method of non-surgical fat reduction The growing demand for methods to remove or reshape localised fat deposits has led to the increasing popularity of body contouring procedures.1 While liposuction remains the gold standard for fat reduction, it is associated
Dr Ethan Hausman-Marquis presents a comprehensive review of potential benefits and clinical applications of peptide therapy Peptides, defined as short chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, are essential signalling molecules integral to a vast array of physiological processes.1,2 These versatile molecules function as hormones, neurotransmitters, growth factors and
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