Understanding facial anatomy in aesthetic practice

This lack of regulation makes the aesthetics industry open to any person to inject wrinkle relaxants and soft tissue fillers at present with no medical training, no evidence of anatomy knowledge, no...

Transgender patients and their access to aesthetic treatments

As an aesthetic nurse and clinic owner, I have reached out to the transgender community to help me gain an understanding of their needs regarding aesthetics, as this was an area in which I had limited...

Consideration of the ‘cooling off period’ as part of the consent process

‘25. You must give the patient the time and information they need to reach a voluntary and informed decision about whether to go ahead with an intervention. .

Research Roundup

Due to the global epidemic of coronavirus, or COVID-19, all non-essential services, including medical aesthetics, have been forced to shut in most of the high-risk countries around the world. Most...

The Nightingale Treatment: beautifully rewarding frontline NHS staff

COVID-19 update: working together and flattening the curve

For those who are in self-isolation, there are a plethora of websites and webinars offering online teaching. Check out the British Association of Cosmetic Nurses (BACN) Facebook or Instagram pages for...

Be safe, be strong and stay connected: reinventing your patient communications

‘What is the best way to engage with and communicate with patients during this time?’ .

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: maximising the prospects of a successful claim

Firstly, to take part in the scheme, employers will be required to submit information to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) about those employees that have been furloughed and their earnings through a new...

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Techniques for hand rejuvenation with fillers in aesthetic practice

When first assessing the hand, it is important to perform a general assessment including normal function and anatomy. Look for symmetry, muscle movement and strength, sensation and use the Allen's...

Botulinum toxins in the treatment of migraines

The word ‘migraine’ derives from the Greek word ‘hemicrania’ (imikrania; ημικρ ανία), which means ‘half the skull’, as, typically, most patients have unilateral headaches. With the new diagnosis...

Empowering the woman: a comprehensive model of sexual anti-ageing

The different laser and RF methods touting female satisfaction from successful vaginal rejuvenation stand against the strict comments from a number of federal agencies and medical associations..