Botulinum Toxin

CPD: Botulinum Toxin Complication Management

Dr Carol Mastropierro discusses botulinum toxin complications and strategies for managing common side effects Botulinum toxin (BoNT-A) injections are the most widely performed non-surgical aesthetic procedure in the UK, with an estimated 900,000 treatments carried out annually.¹ Their popularity is …

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Overview of Chemical Peel Applications

Dr Aiza Jamil illustrates how to integrate chemical peel applications into clinical practice Chemical peels are dermatological treatments designed to improve the appearance of the skin, typically on the face, neck or hands. During the procedure, a chemical solution is …

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Abstracts: A summary of the latest clinical studies

Title: Non-Surgical Interventions for Reducing Cleft Lip Scars: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Authors: Neda Eslami, et al. Published: The Cleft P Craniofacial Journal, November 2025 Key words: Cleft lip, Laser, Scar This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of …

The Last Word: Changing the Narrative Around Botulinum Toxin

Dr Sally Rayment argues that stigma around botulinum toxin needs to be challenged to ensure equitable access Botulinum toxin has revolutionised both aesthetic and medical practices. Nonetheless, it remains entangled in a web of negative societal perceptions around gender norms, …

New framework for VAT after landmark case victory

Illuminate Skin Clinic, founded by member of the Aesthetics Clinical Advisory Board, Dr Sophie Shotter, has won a legal appeal at the Upper Tribunal (UT) regarding how VAT applies to

Case Study: Addressing Facial Palsy with Toxin

Nurse prescriber Michelle McLean shares her approach to using botulinum toxin in the treatment of facial palsy In aesthetic practice, it has been seen that long-term facial palsy significantly impacts the aesthetic, functional and psychosocial wellbeing of patients.1,2 The condition …

BBC investigation reveals patient safety risks in botulinum toxin prescribing

A BBC undercover investigation has found nurses and pharmacists putting patients at risk by supplying botulinum toxin without required face-to-face consultations. In June, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) updated

MHRA investigates unlicensed botulinum toxin

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued an official warning on the illicit trade in unlicensed botulinum toxin products. Released on August 30, 2025, the MHRA’s Criminal

CPD: Microdosing Botulinum Toxin for Skin Rejuvenation

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, …

Nurse prescriber fined for breaching prescription-only protocols

A nurse prescriber has been fined £8,000 after unlawfully supplying botulinum toxin and other prescription-only medicines (POMs) without the required pharmacist oversight. Nichola Hawes came to the attention of the

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