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Layered Approaches To Skin Rejuvenation

Dr Nina Bal discusses approaches for combining chemical peels and LED Over the past decade, aesthetic practice has gradually shifted away from volume-centric approaches towards strategies that prioritise skin quality and long-term tissue health.¹⁻⁵ This has led to a rise …

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Abstracts: A summary of the latest clinical studies

Title: Prospective Single-Site Open-label Study Assessing Safety and Efficacy of Poly-L-Lactic Acid for Temple Volume Loss Authors: Suleima Arruda, et al. Published: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology: JDD, January 2026 Keywords: Facial fat, Poly-l-lactic acid (PLLA), Volume loss Poly-l-lactic acid …

Considering Regenerative Approaches for Ageing Hands

Consultant hand surgeon and aesthetic practitioner Mr Lorenzo Garagnani shares his protocol for restoring hydration and elasticity in ageing hands Ageing hands are among the most visible indicators of age and yet can be frequently overlooked in facial-focused aesthetic practice.1 …

Recognising Skin Cancer in Aesthetic Clinics

Nurse prescriber Claire Amos explores how medical aesthetics can play a vital role in skin cancer surveillance Skin cancer is among the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the UK. Melanoma mortality has increased by 148% since the early 1970s, although …

Radiofrequency and Dry Eye Relief for Menopause

Dr Priya Udani discusses periocular rejuvenation and dry eye relief for menopausal women Bipolar radiofrequency (RF) has become an increasingly popular non-invasive solution in medical aesthetics, providing a unique blend of functional and cosmetic benefits. When applied to the delicate …

Treating Scar Tissue With Polynucleotides

Dr Amy Law presents a case study using polynucleotides for self-harm scar healing and considerations for treatment Self-harm scars present complex challenges that extend beyond the physical, often carrying deep psychological significance for patients. While treatments such as laser therapy …

Exploring Microtoxin for the Management of Acne

Dr Lisa Dinley discusses the clinical rationale, mechanisms of action and practical application of microtoxin therapy in the management of acne Acne vulgaris (AV) is a multifactorial, chronic inflammatory condition of the pilosebaceous unit, driven by sebaceous hyperactivity, follicular hyperkeratinisation, …

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 …

Clinical Insights to the Lip Flip

Dr Harry James explores the anatomical principles as well as the clinical technique and patient selection criteria relevant to lip flip procedures The lip flip is a minimally-invasive technique of cosmetic lip augmentation. It involves injecting low doses of botulinum …

Implementing HA to Improve the Skin Barrier

Dr Pamela Benito explores the role of hyaluronic acid in enhancing skin quality As patients continue to prioritise their general skin health as opposed to targeting specific issues, skin quality has become increasingly important to patients when considering aesthetic treatments …

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