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Laser device company Seriderm UK and journalist Olivia Falcon welcomed practitioners to The May Fair Hotel on March 4. The evening began with drinks and canapés, accompanied by a harpist and jazz singer, as 38 practitioners and surgeons from clinics and practices across London gathered to network and learn about
Skincare brand Obagi Medical has announced that its CLENZIDERM M.D. Pore Therapy toner is now available in the UK without the need for a prescription, following a reformulation of the product. The updated solvent system maintains the product’s clinical potency while enabling clinics to retail it more easily, and patients
Medical negligence solicitor Blackwater Law has outlined that clinical negligence claims linked to plastic surgery within the NHS have risen significantly. According to the company, figures from the NHS show 75 claims were recorded in 2024/25, up from 53 the previous year, marking one of the highest totals in recent
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) has highlighted the widespread sale of illegal skin-lightening products. According to the institute, these products have been found online and in a broad range of outlets including butchers, specialist food stores and small groceries. The CTSI shares that they frequently contain banned substances such
The British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM) has unveiled its 25th Anniversary Conference, taking place on May 2 at the Pullman London St Pancras. Presented in a TED-x style format, BCAM confirms that the 2026 conference will bring together leading speakers such as Dr Steven Harris, Mr Dalvi Humzah, Mr
Members of the Scottish Parliament have voted to pass the Non-surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers (Scotland) Bill on March 17, receiving 124 votes in favour. From September 2027, all aesthetic procedures must be delivered within a Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS)-registered clinic, with a qualified prescriber onsite at all
Aesthetic device company Lynton Lasers has launched body contouring device ONDA Pro in the UK. Developed by laser manufacturer DEKA and distributed exclusively in the UK by Lynton Lasers, ONDA Pro builds on an established contouring platform to deliver enhanced results across the face and body. According to Lynton Lasers,
Aesthetics attended the official European launch of Cosmetic Physician Partners Europe (CPPE) at the Royal Society of Medicine on March 5. The event offered attendees the opportunity to meet the team and learn more about the organisation’s plans for the aesthetics sector. Etienne Billette, CEO of CPPE, and Nils Wickman,
Aesthetic manufacturer Laboratories VIVACY UK has announced the appointment of Katie Hughes-Dawkins as sales director for the UK and Ireland. Hughes-Dawkins brings extensive experience to the role, previously working as global head of engagement & relations at aesthetic distributor Harper Grace International. Her previous roles include sales manager at aesthetic
Aesthetics is thrilled to unveil The Aesthetics Business Show, launching at the Aesthetics Conference & Exhibition (ACE) 2027. Co-located with ACE, The Aesthetics Business Show is a dedicated forum designed to support the commercial success and long-term growth of aesthetic practices. Hosted within its own hall at the Business Design
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