Aesthetics

Dr. Mark Beaty uses two radiofrequency treatments that, he says, stand out for skin tightening and wrinkles.

Dr. Gregory Mueller shares his neck lifting technique that strives to bridge the gap between less invasive procedures and their surgical counterparts.

Dr. Gregory Mueller shares his neck lifting technique that strives to bridge the gap between less invasive procedures and their surgical counterparts.

Study shows clinical benefit of PRP in a stabilized vehicle for SoME Skincare product.

Study shows clinical benefit of PRP in a stabilized vehicle for SoME Skincare product.

Another neurotoxin is in the pipeline, but will this one fill an unmet need? Dr. Joel Cohen explains.

Suneel Chilukuri, M.D., weighs in on what physicians need to know about microneedling, including plusses and minuses of devices on the market, FDA clearance, ideal candidates, how to incorporate microneedling into treatment regimens and how to avoid complications and potential liability.

As non-surgical aesthetic procedures continue to grow, so do the number of medical spas that perform cosmetic treatments. According to Dr. Renato Saltz, that’s not necessarily a bad thing.

Topicals aimed at reviving estrogen-deficient skin and warding off damage from UV rays hours after exposure, while repairing DNA, are among the new cosmeceutical innovations backed by science.

While laser ablation tops foam sclerotherapy in five-year QOL and cost-effectiveness outcomes, researchers believe foam is an evolving treatment option for varicose veins.

According to Dr. Gary Linkov, effectively evaluating hair loss in women requires a strategic approach and comprehensive patient consultation.

CBD is taking the market by storm, but does it offer benefits to the skin itself? With their new line of CBD skincare and wellness products, Dermaquest says yes.

Oculoplastic surgeon William Mack, M.D., says identifying and surgically correcting (or referring) ptosis in cosmetic blepharoplasty patients is key to delivering optimal results.

According to Dr. Michael Somenek, the key to great results and happy male patients is knowing how to treat his face without feminizing his features.

Dr. Allen Gabriel discusses a new incision management system that delivers negative pressure to the incision and surrounds the soft tissue to improve healing.

Dr. Michael Persky offers insight and expertise in the subjective and objective comparisons of beauty.

Instagram and Snapchat may be detrimental to young people’s mental health. But can (and should) Instagram shield youth from cosmetic surgery procedure posts?

Dr. Wever discusses the prevalence of BDD in the aesthetic practice and how to identify the psychological disorder.

When should lasers be used to treat melasma? Mildred López Piñeiro, M.D. provides her insight in our new column on energy devices.

Research shows activating LGR6+ stem cells with defensins repopulates the epidermis with fresh keratinocytes for visible improvement.

From this year’s Global Aesthetic Conference, Dr. Dev Patel discusses using plasma energy for skin tightening and more.

The often-devastating impact of female hair loss requires dermatologists to diagnose and quell underlying pathology as quickly as possible, usually using combination therapies followed by long-term maintenance.

The appointment of Mary Lynn Moran, M.D., F.A.C.S., as the first female president of AAFPRS suggests growth in female access to leadership roles in the medical aesthetics industry.

Dr. Chilukuri discusses how to create a smooth and prosperous transition for that new device into your practice.

Skincare is advancing quickly. In this article, Dr. Draelos highlights several important, controversial trends dermatologists should have on their radar.