Aesthetics

The safety and science of a 2-chamber nitric oxide activating serum.

Anti-aging and acne studies show topical nitric oxide stimulates fibroblast proliferation and migration, promotes angiogenesis, and modulates inflammation and immune response.

Should you close your practice? Retire? Will the mask mandates shift a focus to eye procedures? Is money an issue? Dr. Joe Niamtu shares his perspective.

A recent study compares ultrapulsed CO2 laser to surgical debridement for treating chronic wounds.

Safe and effective treatment requires careful placement of PDO threads, knowledge of skin anatomy, location of hair follicles, and more.

Hair restoration physician Dr. Alan Bauman says threads traditionally used in facial rejuvenation also are a safe, effective treatment option for some hair loss patients.

Hema Sundaram, MA, MD, FAAD, highlights an exciting new technology that may change the future of aesthetic therapeutics.

No one wants it to happen. Dermatologist Dr. Anna Chacon outlines ways you can reduce the risk of a second closure by acting now.

This week, consumer media highlights laser hair removal for dark skin, Kybella to transform the chin and more.

In case you missed it, this week we released our latest print issue, “Uncharted Territory,” discuss the inventiveness of two Iraqi female physicians in aesthetic medicine and more.

Endo Aesthetics announced the U.S. FDA approval of QWO for the first and only injectable treatment of moderate to severe cellulite of the buttocks in adult women.

In this video, Hema Sundaram, MA, MD, FAAD, highlights important safety considerations to keep in mind regarding laser-assisted drug delivery.

According to Jeff Segal, M.D., J.D., assuming everyone is pre symptomatic for COVID-19 will keep your safety senses sharp.

Botulinum toxin may help address erythema and flushing in patients with refractory rosacea, according to data presented by Hema Sundaram, MA, MD, FAAD, at the AAD Virtual Meeting Experience (VMX) on June 12.

In May, we convened a panel of legal experts and respected physicians to discuss the legal landscape facing the private practice during COVID-19, including strategies for minimizing liability risk. Overwhelmingly, the panel agreed on several key points for avoiding legal landmines.

In this video, Hema Sundaram, MA, MD, FAAD, shares pearls on fat grafting from her presentation at the AAD Virtual Meeting Experience (VMX) in June.

Thinking of threads as an injectable also means thinking about how and where they fit in the nonsurgeon injector’s armamentarium.

It's a paradigm shift for the threadlift, which offers subtle tissue adjustment and biostimulation to generate natural results that last beyond the life of the threads themselves.

Special skin mineral supplementation is not necessary as long as patients make educated dietary choices.

The Summer issue of Aesthetic Authority offers cutting-edge treatment- and trend-related content, while also confronting current challenges affecting the specialty.

In his latest editorial, Dr. Randolph Waldman reflects on practicing aesthetic medicine during the pandemic and paints a picture of hope for where the specialty goes from here.

From pandemic concerns to cultural limitations, aesthetic physician Dr. Annalisa Calisti shares the story of two Iraqui female physicians who have created access for women to medicine and cosmetic surgery, all while respecting tradition.

This week, consumer magazines talk the new Netflix plastic surgery show, castor oil for hair growth and more.

Dr. Greg Chernoff discusses two recently published studies that examine the benefits of nitric oxide for anti-aging and acne.

In case you missed it, this week we talked about the functional use of body toning technology, the rise of the 1927 nm wavelength and more.

Cutera is launching Fraxis PRO, a single device offering both fractional CO2 and RF microneedling.

According to Dr. Jason Pozner, Sciton’s Moxi fills an important niche as an affordable photodamage treatment with minimal downtime.

Candela today announces its collaboration with Jabil Healthcare to bring 11 new products to market in 18 months.

Revance reports positive results in two Phase 2a studies of DAXI for the treatment of forehead lines and crow’s feet.

A novel filler injection technique may address the different facial areas and compartments as well as respect the line of ligaments for optimal lifting and volumizing effects requiring less filler product.