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An overview of chemical peels

Chemical peels form an important part of most aesthetic and cosmetic practices. They are an affordable procedure for patients and significant results can be achieved. Generally chemical peels are a safe procedure, but only if used correctly and with caution....

Dr Preema London Clinic receives prestigious Global Blue Diamond Award from iS Clinical

Dr Preema Vig and her Park Lane clinic have been recognised as one of the world’s leading aesthetic clinics with the presentation of the Blue Diamond Award from iS Clinical, the globally renowned cosmeceutical brand. The award was announced during...

Medical racism and the surgical ‘correction’ of the nose in Brazil

Anthropologist Professor Carmen Alvaro Jarrín has conducted extensive research into plastic surgery practice in Brazil. Here, she explains why social and cultural ideas about race may shape rhinoplasty objectives for patients and surgeons in the country. Health professionals worldwide are...

Medicinal leech therapy in plastic surgery

The medicinal leech (Hirudo medicinalis) has played a role in treating illness for over 3500 years [1]. It has survived rapid paradigm shifts in medical sciences and knowledge. In Ancient Rome, the use of leeches for bloodletting was propagated by...

How I Do It - Lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid

Marta Duarte takes us through her technique for lip augmentation, from patient selection to aftercare. Lips are considered extremely important for maintaining the overall facial aesthetics. It is no surprise that today, lip augmentation procedures have become the most sought-after...

Focus on Cosmeceuticals: Skin anatomy and photoageing

Skin anatomy The skin of the face provides crucial functions of temperature regulation, reparative functions following injury, facial expression, protective mechanisms against infection and ultraviolet radiation, as well as sensory perception. The integument consists of two principle layers, the epidermis...

How I Do It - Sebum, science, and the 1726nm laser: Rethinking acne management in a post-antibiotic era

Acne vulgaris remains one of the most prevalent skin conditions worldwide, affecting up to 85% of adolescents and persisting into adulthood for a significant proportion of individuals. Conventional therapies – topical retinoids, oral antibiotics, hormonal agents, and isotretinoin – remain...

Vivacy introduces ground-breaking commercial policy

The Vivacy Loyalty Scheme in a nutshell: great prices for high-quality products all year round. We constantly check our prices across the whole market and we are confident that we offer great value and...

NEOVA® Brings next-gen skincare to the UK with prejuvenation launch

What is PreJuvenation? NEOVA®—the pioneering brand behind DNA repair skincare is expanding into preventative skincare with its new PreJuvenation Range, launching July 2025 in the UK. Unlike traditional rejuvenation, PreJuvenation targets damage before it becomes visible, using clinically advanced ingredients...

NEOVA® brings next-gen skincare to the UK with PreJuvenation Launch

NEOVA®, the trailblazing science-backed skincare brand renowned for DNA repair innovation, is proud to announce the UK launch of its PreJuvenation range in July 2025. This next-generation skincare line is specifically developed for proactive patients seeking early intervention against environmental...

ACE 2024

ACE, the leading aesthetics conference and exhibition, returns for 2024 with two unmissable days of networking and educational content. Taking place on 15–16 March at the Business Design Centre in London, ACE 2024 is the must-attend event for all medical...

London Breast Meeting 2024

Join the landmark 10th Anniversary of the London Breast Meeting from 4–6 September 2024, at the Royal College of Physicians. This prestigious event will feature an in-depth exploration of the latest advancements in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery. With over...