July 2023 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” This study analyzed the professional backgrounds of 4,405 aesthetic practitioners in the UK, revealing that 32% are doctors, 24% are dentists, and 13% are nurses, with significant representation from plastic surgery and dermatology among specialists.
February 2018 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This editorial emphasizes the critical need for laser protection supervisors in the aesthetic sector due to a rise in laser-related claims attributed to inadequate training and safety protocol adherence, highlighting that better understanding and supervision can help mitigate risks.
April 2008 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” The book gives a basic overview of mesotherapy and fat-dissolving injections but lacks detailed guidance and effectiveness comparisons for practitioners.
May 2018 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” The book is a detailed guide for plastic surgeons with clear explanations and is recommended for both new and experienced practitioners.
October 2020 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This article discusses the need for changes in governance and regulation within the aesthetics industry, focusing on creating standards and competency frameworks to ensure safe practices. Results are not reported in this summary.
8 citations
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review discusses male-specific techniques for botulinum toxin application to enhance aesthetic treatment outcomes in men and reports no new clinical results.
April 2016 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This article discusses the regulation of the aesthetics sector, highlighting political and regulatory challenges, and reports no new research findings.
December 2019 in “Medicina estética” This review examines the role of dermatoscopy in cosmetic medicine and explores literature, training offerings, and practitioner utilization, but reports no new empirical findings.
4 citations
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December 1999 This article outlines various aspects of aesthetic facial surgery, including techniques and adjunct procedures, but reports no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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July 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” In this review, experts discuss the low but significant risk of serious eye complications from popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedures like fillers and botulinum toxin injections, underscoring the need for awareness, careful patient selection, and adherence to safe practices to help prevent these outcomes.
2 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This review discusses the progress and ongoing challenges in implementing regulations for cosmetic interventions, reporting no new results and highlighting areas that still need improvement.
November 2018 in “BDJ Team” Dental professionals should ensure safety in facial aesthetics by being properly trained and registered.
2 citations
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March 2020 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This review discusses platelet-rich plasma and microneedling in aesthetic medicine, providing a comprehensive literature summary and practical insights, but reports no new clinical results.
September 2025 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” This article aims to guide aesthetic practitioners on conducting thorough nonsurgical hair restoration consultations by understanding hair growth cycles and the causes of hair loss, including those from specific medications and conditions like Long COVID.
July 2019 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This article discusses the JCCP's new Premises Standards for aesthetic practitioners, focusing on how these guidelines help ensure patient safety, and reports no new research findings.
December 2017 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This article discusses misconceptions surrounding level 7 qualifications in aesthetic training and emphasizes the importance of selecting reputable training providers, without presenting new research results.
April 2018 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This editorial highlighted concerns about the newly launched voluntary register for non-surgical cosmetic practitioners in the UK, reporting dissatisfaction from aesthetic doctors, dentists, and nurses who feel it inadequately protects the public by grouping medical professionals with non-medically trained individuals without mandatory regulation.
126 citations
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April 2015 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This review discusses best practices for minimizing complications with dermal fillers and provides guidance based on expert consensus, yet it reports no new clinical results.
4 citations
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October 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reported severe and persistent skin reactions, including inflammation and scarring, after intradermal injections of unregulated exosome-based products, highlighting potential risks in aesthetic dermatology.
April 2017 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This editorial in the Journal of Aesthetic Nursing discusses the rise in unethical practices in the medical aesthetics field, particularly by non-health professionals offering high-level cosmetic procedures, and calls for experienced practitioners to voice their concerns in person to influence regulatory practices.
May 2015 in “Primary Dental Journal” The conclusion is that improved training and oversight for cosmetic procedures are recommended to better protect patients.
April 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Regenerative Medicine” This review highlights that dermal filler-induced alopecia is a significant complication of aesthetic procedures that practitioners need to recognize, with hyaluronic acid being the most commonly involved agent.
This chapter discusses various aspects of beauty but does not report new research findings.
June 2019 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This article describes Amy Senior's evolving views on the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners and reports no new research findings.
December 2025 in “Bali Dermatology Venereology and Aesthetic Journal” This narrative review emphasizes the relationship between metabolic syndrome, metabolic aging, and skin manifestations, highlighting cases like early-onset androgenetic alopecia linked with insulin resistance, and underscores their significance for dermatology and aesthetic practice.
4 citations
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April 2011 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” This review discusses a book on lasers and non-surgical rejuvenation techniques, providing an organized reference for practitioners entering the field but reports no new clinical results.
18 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review examines intrinsic and extrinsic aging impacts and presents evidence-based lifestyle recommendations to complement cosmetic procedures for enhanced antiaging outcomes, but it reports no new clinical results.
19 citations
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October 2019 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” This review discusses the expanding applications of dermoscopy in dermatological diagnosis beyond its initial use for detecting dysplastic nevi and reports no new clinical results.
April 2024 in “Dermatology Reports” In this study, Saudi Arabian women showed moderate awareness of eyebrow microblading, yet many lacked knowledge of hygiene practices, indicating a need for more public education on the procedure's risks and standards.
14 citations
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February 1999 in “The BMJ” This review discusses various aspects of cosmetic surgery, including the importance of professional empathy, the influence of operator skill, and the utility of technological advancements, but it does not present new clinical results.