Aesthetics

Kannalife recently announced positive results showing the effectiveness of Atopidine vs. CBD to prevent UVB-related inflammation.

This week in consumer media, Self explains how to safely wear a homemade mask, and what to do in the case of a non-COVID-19 health emergency. Women’s Health talks teledermatology for those who need appointments, Vogue speaks with dermatologists about LED mask safety, and Allure links breakouts with stress from the pandemic.

Alan J. Bauman, M.D., and other hair experts offer advice to help guide providers on developing an optimal PRP process.

In her research, Amelia K. Hausauer, M.D., has found that treating hair restoration patients with PRP results in hair regrowth and an increase in hair shaft thickness, but she emphasizes the need for setting realistic patient expectations.

First-line therapies for hair loss include topicals and supplements, while PRP, low-level light treatment and hair transplantation are adjuncts to first-line options for hair loss, according to Valerie D. Callender, M.D.

PRP is a revolutionary hair restoration therapy for some patients, but experts say there are still limitations and unknowns.

Plasma is said to have the benefits of CO2 resurfacing with the safety profile of non-ablative laser treatments. Could it be the holy grail of nonsurgical skin tightening?

Dr. Randolph Waldman shares insights, realities and what’s yet to come for the private practice as a result of the Coronavirus crisis.

Galderma is entering phase 3 research with its proprietary strain of clostridium botulinum bacteria, packaged for convenience in a prefilled syringe formulation.

BoNTE is in phase 2 trials and features a clinical profile characterized by a rapid 24-hour onset of action and a two- to four-week duration of effect, offering a limited but useful role in practice.

With an anticipated FDA approval by the end of 2020, DAXI’s has the potential to be a true innovator among toxins featuring a stable proprietary peptide and long-lasting efficacy.

Investigational toxins offer longer duration (DAXI, Revance Therapeutics), short-acting and short-duration benefits (BoNTE, Allergan) and a ready-to-use liquid formulation (QM1114, Galderma).

REVIAN Inc. releases data from their investigational study examining their REVIAN RED dual wavelength LED light treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing the FDA-cleared device to be both safe and effective at week 16 in a 26-week trial.

This week, InStyle details dermal fillers and examines the relationship between skincare meds and COVID-19. Self questions the damaging effects of computer-emitted blue light, Allure highlights Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Vogue explains how stress affects the scalp.

Conferences and in-person trainings are canceled due to Coronavirus. Dr. Mike Nayak responds by hosting his Medspa Mastery course online with #nofilter on Facebook live this week.

With practices completely or partially closed, Alma Lasers has 10 marketing ideas to help the aesthetic specialty through Coronavirus.

Skincare company DermYoung launches an initiative with medical spas to donate needed personal protection equipment to hospitals for staff to safeguard from COVID-19.

Glynis R. Ablon, M.D., spoke at the 18th annual South Beach Symposium in Miami about why microneedling with radiofrequency is an effective way to combat signs of aging skin. According to Dr. Ablon, benefits include minimal downtime and risk versus other options. 

Staying calm during the time of COVID-19 is an important component in the self-quarantine and social distancing experience. Here's what the Aesthetic Authority's advisory board is doing to stay grounded.

This week, Allure explains telemedicine and reasons for always wearing SPF, even indoors. Self questions a COVID-19 vaccine, and the effectiveness of pimple patches, while Shape explains Nutrafol for hair and Real Simple talks keloid scar prevention. As a bonus, Elle demonstrates that the Brits can still find the funny in even the bleakest times of Coronavirus.

As COVID-19 keeps the office closed, staying connected to patients and scenario planning for the post-pandemic are key to getting your practice back on its feet when restrictions lift.

It is important for clinicians to stay abreast with the latest data coming out of trials and individually consult their hair loss patients accordingly on a case by case basis, says this expert.

The “right” treatment isn’t surgical or nonsurgical: It’s the one that is best for your patients, meets their expectations and provides longevity.

Could COVID-19-induced shutdowns come to an end whether the virus has peaked or not? Physicians weigh in.

Removing blood and contaminants during fat processing removes a significant volume before arriving at pure fat, but it's absolutely crucial for optimal results.