Medical Aesthetic

Reducing Patient Risk in Scotland

Scottish Medical Aesthetics Safety Group representatives Jacqueline Cooney and James Cooney argue that proposed Scottish aesthetics regulation is not strong enough. In 2013, Sir Bruce Keogh published the lengthy Review of the Regulation of Cosmetic Interventions report, advocating for improvement …

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Understanding Regenerative Ingredients in Skincare 

Nurse prescriber Anna Baker discusses different regenerative ingredients that can be used in skincare The process of ageing involves an interplay of systemic and extrinsic factors, which leads to a gradual decline in the ability to renew, repair and regenerate …

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CPD: Ethnic Considerations for Botulinum Toxin

Dr Souphi Samizadeh reviews considerations for treating different ethnic groups with toxin. The global demand for facial aesthetic treatments, including botulinum toxin (BoNT-A) injections, continues to rise. This increase is evident across a broad spectrum of ethnic groups, each presenting …

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IBSA Derma hosts anatomy masterclass

Aesthetic and dermatological solution company IBSA Derma, a subsidiary of the IBSA Group, organised an international anatomy masterclass in Warsaw on September 19-20. The event, facilitated by HA-Derma, IBSA’s exclusive

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Special Feature: Lifting the Cheeks with Dermal Filler

Three practitioners highlight their approach to using hyaluronic acid in the mid-face. Sagging cheeks are one of the most common aesthetic concerns. In fact, a 2022 survey that investigated facial aesthetic priorities among 14,584 aesthetically conscious adults and 1,315 aesthetic …

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Mastering Expansion: Strategies for Successful Clinic Openings 

Dr Leah Totton discusses the key elements for expanding your clinic chain with a focus on the importance of branding In the competitive world of aesthetic clinics, expanding operations can be a strategic move to increase market share and reach …

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The Last Word

Cosmetic surgery specialist lawyer Michael Saul argues why time-limited deals should be stopped in the aesthetic specialty The poor regulation of the non-invasive aesthetic specialty is an issue of great concern, and the question of using financial incentives to further …

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