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Profhilo Structura for skin rejuvenation

Profhilo Structura differs from traditional dermal fillers by stimulating bio-remodeling rather than adding volume (Humzah et al, 2024). This is achieved through its HCCs, which combine high and low...

Compounded medical skincare for enhanced patient compliance

The history of compounding in dermatology is rich and varied, tracing back to ancient times (Helm et al, 2017). The art of preparing customised topical formulations has undergone significant...

Microneedling: monotherapy or adjuvant treatment?

The applications of microneedling have expanded considerably over recent years, and a variety of patient concerns can be effectively treated through the use of this methodology, with combination...

Ingredient focus: azelaic acid (AA)

Cigdem Kemal Yilmaz is a chemical engineer, skincare formulator, skincare science educator and founder of Skin Masterclass. She graduated with a master's degree in chemical engineering from the...

Multimodal treatment of skin during hormonal changes

Approaching treatment planning in a systematic manner helps with developing a comprehensive care plan. Looking at topicals, systemic treatments, medical aesthetics and lifestyle modifications helps us...

The JCCP's general principles for the provision of safe and effective CPD for aesthetic practitioners

‘Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is the proactive process of enhancing the knowledge, skills and personal attributes for previously qualified aesthetics professionals to ensure they perform...

Lynton: the coolest way to CO2

As a nurse, you are always mindful of client concerns like downtime, efficacy and safety. That's where the SmartXide CO2 Laser stands out as a game-changer in modern aesthetics. Unlike traditional CO2...

Your free revalidation toolkit

A free revalidation portfolio and CPD resource for nurses and midwives.

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The use of Emerald Laser™ for whole body fat loss, improved cellular health and wellness

To address the rising demand for holistic wellbeing, aesthetic clinics are diversifying their services to include wellness-focused treatments and services.

Nurturing growth, championing longevity medicine and maintaining standards

I am delighted to introduce myself as one of the Journal of Aesthetic Nursing's two new Consultant Editors. The second Consultant Editor joining our freshly forged duo is Tracey Dennison, who will...

The dual power of Alma Hybrid™: integrating ablative and non-ablative lasers for superior outcomes

The Alma Hybrid™ system's effectiveness in skin rejuvenation and scar revision is underpinned by its dual-action mechanism, which combines the histological effects of both ablative and non-ablative...

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Chin and jawline augmentation: a frontier of aesthetic medicine

Dermal fillers are second only to botulinum toxin as the most popular non-invasive aesthetic treatments, with hyaluronic acid (HA) and calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA and CaHA(+)) ranking as the most...

The ‘less is more’ approach: highlighting the benefits of poly-L-lactic acid filler as a treatment option

Poly-L-lactic acid filler is a sterile, injectable, biocompatible, biodegradable material that is made of small particles of a synthetic polymer named ‘poly-L-lactic acid’ (PLLA),...

Ingredient focus: niacinamide

Cigdem Kemal Yilmaz is a chemical engineer, skincare formulator, skincare science educator and founder of Skin Masterclass. She graduated with a master's degree in chemical engineering from the...

Case study: proXN

ProXN has made a notable impression in the UKI, earning a peer-nomination for a Safety in Beauty Award for Best Topical Skincare within its first year. This prestigious recognition underscores proXN's...

Mesotherapy: solution or snake oil?

» Mesotherapy is a minimally invasive method of drug delivery that consists of multiple intradermal or subcutaneous injections of a mixture of compounds in minute doses « .

Motivations for surgery to the nose

» The material event of trauma presents a dissonance of belief, which the bodymind may not easily absorb. In some individuals, this forces a temporal splitting between present and past, in which...

RESEARCH ROUNDUP

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has established itself as a trusted and efficient treatment for regenerative skin healing and rejuvenation, leveraging the power of autologous blood enriched with various...

Intimate wellness: expanding the scope of aesthetic nurses

Intimate wellness is by no means a new concept, encompassing genitourinary, sexual and psychosexual health from a holistic perspective. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines guideposts for...

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The suitability of AI in dermatology for enhanced skin care

In recent years, the field of artificial intelligence (AI) has seen rapid advancement and is increasingly becoming a cornerstone in the evolution of healthcare (Holzinger et al. 2019).

The JCCP's current position on future education and training standards/competencies and routes to qualification

NHS England advise on their website that ‘We (Health Education England) have concluded our mandate for developing education and training standards for non-surgical cosmetic interventions. The Joint...

Introducing our first quarterly issue

The wait is over. You hold in your hands (or view on your screens) a rather special issue of the Journal of Aesthetic Nursing – our very first quarterly edition. We have decided to give the way we do...

Achieving natural facial harmonisation: a clinical review of Restylane facial filler

Restylane, a hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler, is widely used in aesthetic medicine to address various facial concerns, including wrinkles, volume loss, and facial contouring (Levy et al, 2009)....

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