
CPD: Ethnic Considerations for Botulinum Toxin
Dr Souphi Samizadeh reviews considerations for treating different ethnic groups
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.

Dr Souphi Samizadeh reviews considerations for treating different ethnic groups

Dr Rehanna Beckhurst explores multidimensional assessment in medical aesthetics, bridging anatomy, ageing, psychology and culture The field of advanced facial aesthetics presents a blend of medical expertise, artistic sensibility and patient-centred care. This article illustrates the process of assessment, risk …
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Three practitioners review pain relief options in aesthetic procedures, ranging from simple topicals, to custom agents and nerve blockers Millions of people worldwide seek cosmetic treatments to enhance their appearance and boost their confidence. Concerns about pain or discomfort may …
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Dr Nestor Demosthenous discusses the pharmacodynamics of botulinum toxin and the differences between the available preparations. In the 1980s, ophthalmologist Dr Jean Carruthers and dermatologist Dr Alastair Carruthers discovered that one of their patients treated with botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) for …
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Mr James Olding, Dr Kimiya Erfanmanesh, Dr Golasa Sheikh Akbari and Dr Zeanab Chaer introduce steps to help prevent a vascular occlusion Dermal filler treatments continue to grow in demand in the medical field, with a well-established role of replenishing …
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Professor Mark Birch-Machin and Dr Jessica Moor introduce mitochondrial damage as a way to track skin ageing Skin ageing, including the phenotypes of wrinkle formation, uneven skin tone and loss of elasticity, results from the progressive loss of cellular function. …
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Dr Rehanna Beckhurst outlines the manufacturing process and physico-chemical properties of dermal filler products Hyaluronic acid (HA) injectable fillers are the most widely used dermal fillers to treat facial volume deficits.1 Appreciating the physico-chemical properties of dermal fillers is crucial …
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Dr Jordan Faulkner and Miss Jennifer Doyle outline considerations for treating the under-eye area Complaints regarding the periocular area, and in particular the under-eye, are commonplace in both surgical and non-surgical aesthetics consultations. Patients may describe either the changes in …
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Dr Edward Robinson explores the literature around how the emerging treatment of polynucleotides can assist patients suffering with hair loss In the landscape of medical aesthetics, emerging treatments are constantly reshaping the field. Among these, polynucleotides have garnered considerable attention, …
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Aesthetic nurse Lorna Bowes outlines the mechanisms of action, types and cosmetic applications of hydroxy acids Numerous studies have endorsed the incorporation of hydroxy acids, such as glycolic and mandelic acid, in formulations for antiageing skincare and cosmeceuticals.1-33 Despite the …
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