We are currently looking at 5 treatment areas to cover in Safety In Aesthetics:
You might know botulinum toxins by the popular brand name Botox®, but there are actually several brands licensed for cosmetic use in the UK. Some of the other brands include Azzalure®, Bocouture®, Alluzience®, Letybo®, and Nuceiva®. You may come across Dysport® or Xeomin®, but these are licensed for medical purposes, not cosmetic treatments.
If you’re ever offered a product outside of this list, it may not be licensed for cosmetic use, and you should ask your practitioner for clarification.
Botulinum toxins are prescription-only treatments, meaning that they can only be accessed with a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
In the UK, dermal fillers are classified as medical devices, not prescription-only medicines (POM). This means they are regulated for quality but don’t face the same restrictions as POM treatments. While they can provide significant benefits, dermal fillers still carry risks, and it’s essential to choose a qualified practitioner to minimise those risks.
While dermal fillers are widely available, it’s essential to ensure your practitioner is registered and uses CE-approved medical devices that have been sourced from reputable suppliers. This will help minimise the risk of using low-quality or unsafe products.
Skin rejuvenation treatments can be used to address a variety of skin concerns, including fine lines, sun damage, acne scars, and uneven skin tone. By utilising different methods to exfoliate, hydrate, and stimulate collagen production, these treatments can help restore the skin's vitality and improve its texture. The JCCP currently regulates the following procedures for skin rejuvenation:
Lasers and light therapy devices are medical technologies that use light energy to treat various skin conditions and cosmetic concerns. These include wrinkle reduction, hair removal, skin resurfacing, pigmentation issues, and even tattoo removal. Lasers work by emitting light at a specific wavelength, allowing them to target different depths of the skin.
Hair Restoration Surgery is a medical procedure designed to replace hair in areas where it has been lost or never existed. It includes Hair Transplant Surgery and Prosthetic Hair Fibre Implantation but does not include hair-bearing flaps. Hair restoration surgery is classified as a Level 1b invasive surgical procedure and must be performed by a doctor who is licensed to practice by the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK.
Hair Transplant Surgery is one of the most common male cosmetic procedures, typically requested for genetic male pattern hair loss. It is also used by women with female pattern hair loss, eyebrow hair loss, male-to-female transgender patients seeking a feminine hairline, and patients needing reconstruction for scars or other dermatological conditions that cause hair loss (alopecia).
