Aesthetics

This week, consumer magazines discuss the boom in plastic surgery during the pandemic, hormonal acne during menopause, and more.

This week in aesthetics, we highlight future aesthetic technologies, a lower eyelid treatment algorithm, and more.

Dr. Jeffrey Joseph explains his systematic approach to lower blepharoplasty, which helps to individualize patient treatment while improving patient communication and expectations.

A split-face study investigating facial rejuvenation found better outcomes using microneedling followed by topical application of a stem cell derived conditioned media versus microneedling alone.

Wiqo explains how to see familiar ingredients in a whole new way with PRX-T33.

Some adverse reactions to cosmetic procedures occur more often in patients with darker skin types. Patients should be counseled on appropriate cosmetic procedures for their skin type, according to Cheryl M. Burgess, M.D., at the Skin of Color Update virtual meeting.

Researchers identify professional development and mentoring opportunities to create a more diverse pool of aspiring young surgeons.

This week, Cheryl Whitman explains the importance of consciously creating a cohesive personal and professional brand to stand out.

Future body treatment technologies offer novel, non-surgical solutions for cellulite and targeted fat removal.

From facial wrinkles and skin laxity to safer dermal filler injections, Dr. Mathew Avram talks future innovative aesthetic technologies.

Clearance of the closed-loop device helps to legitimize the growing field of regenerative medicine.

This week, consumer media highlights the changing price model for injectables, a temporary brow lifting treatment and more.

This week in aesthetics, we highlight social media for the aesthetic physician, topical botulinum toxin and more.

While approaches to social media vary, defined brand, mission, and personality are musts for practice success.

The most effective approach to scar rehabilitation requires strategic device selection, technique, and order of treatment.

Dr. Jill Waibel offers a multi-course menu of treatments, with the ablative fractional laser as the main course, designed to improve scar color, collagen, and discomfort.

This week, Cheryl Whitman highlights the importance of creating a well-trained staff through continued training opportunities.

Dr. Anna Chacon examines the possibility and likelihood of a topical botulinum toxin to join the injectable anti-aging ranks.

Drs. Brook Jackson and Vivian Bucay share essential office policies they say keep their practices running smoothly and efficiently.

Hair practices can be lucrative, but smarts and know-how are essential for sustainability.

Hair loss is a hybrid disorder, requiring a medical foundation in how to diagnose hair loss and skill sets in procedural treatments.

This week, consumer magazines highlight how to cure ‘tired mom’ skin, a “wrinkle studio” in NYC, and more.

This week in aesthetics, we announce Aesthetic Authority’s Fall issue, “Balancing Act,” talk with Dr. Mary Lynn Moran about why we need women leaders in plastic surgery, and more.

Dr. Mary Lynn Moran articulates why and how women in leadership positions can benefit the aesthetic specialty.

Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D., shares why retinoids can be found in many anti-aging formulations and how to reduce irritation from this potent antioxidant.