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The evidence behind platelet-rich plasma as a hair loss treatment

PRP is an autologous concentration of human platelets in a small volume of plasma, which is developed from autologous blood, meaning that it is inherently safe and is defined as a sample of autologous...

The basics of treating menopausal skin

In a woman's reproductive years, estradiol is produced in abundance. Upon entering the perimenopausal years, estradiol levels begin to reduce, and estrone becomes the predominant form of oestrogen,...

Cannabidiol in skincare: the on-trend skin superfood and its benefits

Many brands selling CBD skin products list the total CBD content in milligrams. This is a good indicator that the CBD product is legitimate. Purchase products only in stable packaging, rather than...

Dermal fillers: a brief background and overview for injectors

Dermal fillers can be broadly divided into two categories, based on the longevity of the product, as well as their origin. In terms of longevity, dermal fillers can be temporary, semi-permanent or...

Non-surgical removal of milia: treatment and aftercare

A pre-treatment record card and photos should be filled out with the patient prior to any treatment..

Body dysmorphic disorder: the ongoing effects of lockdown on mental health

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)or body dysmorphia is a mental health condition characterised by an individual's extreme fixation on one or more aspects of their appearance. Common areas of focus tend...

Virtual skincare and adapting aesthetic practice

Firstly, aesthetic practitioners need to consider how they are currently working and how this has to change for the lockdown period. While at the time of writing, it is possible to perform...

Following a new technique for thread insertion

A youthful, smooth, blemish-free neck enhances the beauty and aesthetic appeal of the individual in both men and women..

Body dysmorphic disorder is important, but are we missing other serious dysmorphias?

Recognised for over a century and given different names over the years, BDD is now defined by the American Psychiatric Association's 5th edition of it Diagnostic and statistical manual (DSM-5) (2013)...

Focusing on chin augmentation: treating the lower face using dermal filler

The youthful face is not defined solely by the absence of lines and wrinkles but by the distinctive volumetric distribution of soft tissue (deLorenzi teal, 2009). As we age, bone resorption, muscle...

Aesthetic tweakments: the rise of the ‘fox eye’

A trend gaining huge popularity in the aesthetics industry this year is a look described as ‘fox eyes’, otherwise known as ‘designer eyes’..

Transgender patients and their access to aesthetic treatments

As an aesthetic nurse and clinic owner, I have reached out to the transgender community to help me gain an understanding of their needs regarding aesthetics, as this was an area in which I had limited...

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