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Radiant Healthcare unveils RotateRF technology for aesthetic enhancements in South Africa
Radiant Healthcare is soon to launch Sinclair’s Sculpt&Shape device for full body contouring and face rejuvenation.

Sally Harvey
Apr 24, 20241 min read


Non-surgical rhinoplasty study introduces new assessment scale
Researchers Dr. Ayad Harb, Dr. Amane Abdul-Razzak, and Dr. Shahd Twijiri have proposed the Nose Pliability Assessment Scale (NPAS) to assess

Sally Harvey
Apr 24, 20241 min read


Comparing rapid acoustic pulse rates in cellulite treatment
A study has been published exploring the efficacy and safety of a novel approach to cellulite treatment, known as acoustic subcision, by com

Sally Harvey
Apr 24, 20241 min read


Dermal fillers may impact immune system, finds study
New research shared at the recent annual scientific conference of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) reveals...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Oct 6, 20232 min read


ASPS lists 2022’s most sought after procedures
There were 26.2 million surgical and minimally invasive procedures performed in the USA alone in 2022, according to new data from the...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Oct 6, 20232 min read


Testing needed to identify two different forms of eczema
A new article published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology reveals that children diagnosed with atopic dermatitis –...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Oct 6, 20232 min read


Neural signalling of skin sensory perception from topical treatments explained
A new study* by researchers from Stanford University in the USA aims to quantify the mechanism whereby cutaneous mechanoreceptors and...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Oct 6, 20232 min read


How to calculate botulinum toxin dilution
UK-based aesthetic practitioner Dr Harry Singh has created a new app for injectors to work out units of toxin. This calculation takes...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Sep 19, 20231 min read


Pigment meters add security to laser treatments, says study
In a new study headed by Dr E. Victor Ross, it was hypothesised that a pigment meter could help laser operators provide the very best and...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Sep 19, 20232 min read


Tetrapeptide mimics microcurrent effect on skin
A new peptide developed by Lubrizol Life Science Beauty (LLS Beauty) and inspired by microcurrent devices is said to have the same effect...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Sep 19, 20231 min read


The science behind lactic acid
Although lactic acid doesn't technically exist in the skin, its sodium salt form (sodium lactate) does, and is part of the skin’s...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Sep 19, 20232 min read


How to deal with your client’s ‘perception drift’
Patients who have numerous aesthetic treatments run the risk of not remembering how they originally looked before treatment. This dynamic...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Aug 17, 20232 min read


Are vitamin A levels in the body controlled by the brain?
A study conducted by the University of Aberdeen in Scotland suggests that it is the hypothalamus that controls the vitamin A levels in...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Aug 17, 20232 min read


Skincare brand launches globally patented skin scanner
Danish medical skincare brand Beauté Pacifique has introduced the DermaValidator into the South African market. This advanced skin...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Aug 17, 20232 min read


New patient education and consultation app available
A visual aid developed by Allergan Aesthetics aims to help practitioners improve outcomes and enhance the patient experience. The app,...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Aug 17, 20232 min read


PEGylated HA filler safe for patients with Hashimoto's disease, finds study
No registered contraindications to the use of the Neauvia Stimulate injectable product in patients with Hashimoto's disease have been...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Aug 4, 20232 min read


Demand for stress-related jaw relaxing treatments grows
The increase in patients suffering from Temporomandibular disorder (TMD), also known as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ disorder),...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Aug 4, 20232 min read


How equitable is skincare research?
A new study involving the meta-data analysis of research reveals that only 1% of skincare clinical trials are inclusive of all skin...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Aug 4, 20232 min read


Looking to launch a new product in your clinic? Here’s how
Adopting a multi-faceted approach with robust research, meticulous preparation and a thorough education & training programme is integral...

Joanna Sterkowicz
Aug 4, 20232 min read


Should you focus on hormonal health when prescribing treatments?
Aesthetic doctors should take patients’ hormone levels into account, especially where perimenopausal and menopausal women are concerned....

Joanna Sterkowicz
Jul 18, 20232 min read
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