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Importance of the consultation

There are numerous medical models of consulting described in the literature, such as the Calgary–Cambridge and Pendleton models (Denness, 2013), and many of us from the NHS have retained this way of...

Aesthetic practitioners' professionalism on social media: a cause for concern

For business purposes, social media platforms serve as a powerful tool, providing a cost-effective marketing strategy that can build a provider's reputation and bring in business leads (Lewis, 2013)....

Education in aesthetics and beyond

» Although it is beyond the scope of our practice to diagnose or establish a direct treatment, I believe that we should be able to acquire the knowledge necessary to identify a suspicious lesion...

A practical guide to adverse incident reporting

Due to time pressures or limited resources, it is sometimes difficult to give consumers as much information or support in making decisions as would be liked. To assist in this, practitioners should...

Streamlining your aesthetics clinic processes

Managing a diary, responding to enquiries and booking in appointments requires a lot of time and energy that could be spent elsewhere in an aesthetic business. Now, more than ever, it is becoming...

The influence of TikTok on dermatology, aesthetics and skincare

The relationship between social media, dermatology, aesthetics and skincare is growing increasingly important. People are more likely to seek a dermatologist or a cosmetic physician who is active on...

Regenerative medicine: a brief look into platelet-rich plasma therapy

Regenerative medicine has come to play a crucial role in medical aesthetics. Within this field, clinicians can remodel and slow down the ageing process without injecting artificial substances. All...

Research Roundup

Perceived defects or flaws in appearance that may not be apparent to others are symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)..

A brief overview of current proposed changes and the legalities of advertising prescription-only medicines

On a more serious note, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect upon the issue of advertising within the scope of aesthetic practice. Although the law clearly states that it is illegal to...

The Health and Care Act and the future licensing of aesthetic practitioners providing non-surgical cosmetic procedures

The new Health and Care Act 2022 gives the Government the power to introduce a licensing scheme for practitioners who operate in England. Work is now underway to decide what the licensing scheme will...

Debunking health and safety myths

Many firms see the attraction of using contractors. However, for Phil Crosbie, the ability to pass on liability is not one of them, observing that, for decades, there have been prosecutions of those...

Everyone is talking about…

‘… in line with the guidance set down by several Professional Statutory Regulators (the General Medical Council and the General Dental Council and in accordance with guidance set down by the Royal...

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Journal of Aesthetic Nursing is the peer-reviewed journal at the forefront of medical aesthetics. We share clinical expertise, practical guidance and professional mentorship to help you develop skills and improve your practice.

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