Introduction

It's fair to say that the biggest topic of conversation in the Aesthetic sector for over half a decade has been regulation. When we're not discussing that, we're all talking about its other bed-fellows - training and qualifications. This issue of the magazine focuses entirely on that subject; from efforts to raise training standards and competences to discussions on what still needs improvement and even some new thinking. We also take a look at being a key opinion leader, differentiating yourself as medical in a crowded 'beauty' market, and how the UK Aesthetic landscape differs so dramatically from the rest of the world. Training is core to the ethos at The Consulting Room Group too, and this is why we are continuing to launch new online training modules within our Consulting Room Academy. This issue is jam-packed with other insights into training and regulations surrounding qualifications. Lorna Jackson | Editor