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Letter from Hong Kong (13 April 2020)

Now is not the time to start spreading blame. There will be time for that later. At the same time, now, is the time to recognise the great courage required in true leadership.

How I Do It - Forma radiofrequency

Forma is a non-invasive procedure that uses bipolar radiofrequency to promote collagen growth and improve skin elasticity. This treatment is ideal for reducing fine lines and wrinkles, improving skin texture, and promoting a youthful appearance. It is an easy-to-use technology...

The future of aesthetics: Why self-regulation and ethics must lead the way

As the aesthetics industry in the UK approaches a new era of regulation, the importance of patient safety, ethical practice and continuous professional development (CPD) has never been greater. For healthcare professionals, the challenge is clear: how to stand out...

Laser and light based hair removal

Laser hair removal is a popular, and constantly evolving, treatment. Professor Paolo Bonan and colleagues provide us with a comprehensive overview and some ‘top tips’ for how to make the procedure as safe and effective as possible. Hair removal, also...

Nordlys® System – Treatment of inflammatory acne and rosacea

Acne vulgaris is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition and the eighth most prevalent skin disorder worldwide, with a prevalence of 9.4% [1]. Rosacea is also a common chronic inflammatory skin disorder, with an estimated global prevalence of 5.46% of...

Part four: Aye, Aye. AI?

“Formal clinical guidelines would provide a structured, evidence-based approach to managing patients who have undergone melanoma treatment and are considering elective surgery. This would enhance patient safety, standardise care, and support informed decision-making. Given the increasing prevalence of melanoma and...

How I Do It - Skin tightening: Fotona 4D protocol

Skin tightening, especially on the face, is currently one of the most common aesthetic procedures. There are many approaches to facial skin tightening, many of them executed with various energy-based devices, such as lasers, radiofrequency and ultrasound devices, all of...

Body Contouring and Liposuction: Expert Consult

The authors, in the Preface of Body Contouring and Liposuction, acknowledge that this challenging and constantly evolving branch of plastic surgery lies at a unique intersection of “surgical skill, artistry and new technology”. Their book aims to deconstruct and simplify...

FACE Conference & Exhibition 2024

The FACE Conference gets a facelift For over two decades, FACE Conference has been uniting international physicians and aesthetic professionals in London with its premier scientific programme dedicated to the in-depth exploration of non-surgical aesthetics and anti-ageing medicine. In 2024,...

OPINION - Impact of the Paterson Inquiry on the cosmetic and aesthetics sector

On 15 December 2022, The Department of Health and Social Care published the ‘Government response to the independent inquiry report into the issues raised by former surgeon Ian Paterson: 12-month implementation progress update’. The reference documents (which apply to England)...

In conversation with Paul M Friedman

We spoke with Dr Paul M Friedman, President of the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery (ASLMS), about his career and the society’s plans for this year. Can you tell us a little bit about what led you into...

A place for nerve transfers in your hand surgery service

The author summarises the application of nerve transfers in upper limb trauma. This is a review article and covers the principles of transfer; the indications, preoperative assessment and the whole patient journey, stressing the need for rehabilitation. The technical factors...