OUT & ABOUT

SAFETY IN BEAUTY DIAMOND AWARDS 2024

Hilton Hotel, Park Lane

The annual festive event on December 7 was, as always, a glamorous evening of networking and celebrating the stars of the sector. Dr Sabika Karim was honoured to receive the ‘Career Achievement’ award: “Being at this event with so many peers, I’m reminded how lucky we are to work in a field where we make real, positive changes in people’s lives. I firmly believe we should all continue to share our ideas, knowledge and techniques with each other; we are not in competition, we are a collaborative. I was a little shocked as I thought I was still too young for this kind of award, but in aesthetics, nobody really looks their age! I always thought these awards signified the end of a career, but this isn’t my swan song. It’s just the start of chapter two!”

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER WITH DR OLHA

Cleaver and Wake, Nottingham

The Beyond the Mirror initiative took centre stage once again as Angels Twelve hosted its second annual celebration. The sold-out event brought together a remarkable group of guests to embrace the concept of beauty that shines from the inside out, combining medical insights with wellness. The evening was led by Dr Olha Vorodyukhina who shared her deep expertise in enhancing patients’ quality of life through innovative treatments. Guests enjoyed exquisite dining and drinks while engaging with some of the UK’s leading medical and wellness professionals, who shared invaluable knowledge about holistic health, aesthetics, and self-care.

ADVANCED NUTRITION PROGRAMME NETWORKING EVENT

IIAA head office, London Bridge

International Institute for Active Ageing (IIAA) toasted the festive season and showcased its Advanced Nutrition Programme supplement brand at an exclusive networking event. Contributing editor Ellen Cummings went along to IIAA’s swanky office overlooking London Bridge for the occasion, where Advanced Nutrition Programme was introduced by IIAA co-founder and managing director David Alpert, medical director Dr Gaby Prinsloo, and aesthetic doctor Dr Christine Hall. Guests were treated to delicious canapés and champagne, as well as shade matching for makeup brand Et Al and a generous Christmas gift to take home.

PROMOITALIA SYMPOSIUM

1 Hotel, Mayfair

Promoitalia UK hosted a symposium for expert practitioners to explore advancements in biostimulation and laser technologies. The event unveiled the I-LASER 1470 by Promoitalia Group featuring cutting-edge products, showcasing its versatility. The symposium also featured the I-LADY, which offers rejuvenation for intimate area wellness. Throughout the day, attendees experienced expert-led discussions, and networking opportunities. Promoitalia’s symposium underscored its commitment to innovation, equipping practitioners with advanced tools like the I-LASER 1470 and transformative products to redefine aesthetic medicine.

ANTEAGE BIOSOME BRUNCH

The Dorchester, London

On December 8, Dr Sabika Karim and Ian Sanderson discussed the science of biosomes and their role in regenerative aesthetics. Attendees enjoyed captivating presentations, engaging discussions and exclusive insights into this chapter of aesthetic innovation, while catching up about Safety in Beauty the night before.

AMWC SOUTHEAST ASIA

InterContinental Hotel, Bangkok

The Aesthetic and Antiageing Medicine World Congress (AMWC) in Southeast Asia is a fusion of Asian expertise, attracting delegates from across the globe who are keen to get the ‘East meets West’ educational experience that makes this conference so unique. The Aesthetic Consultant Vanessa Bird was co-moderator of the Practice Management Stage and presented her talk ’Navigating the Success Stream,’ sharing insights with delegates on how to identify key opportunities for growth, before delivering a second talk ‘Luxury in Minutes’ the following day. Bird also attended the Faculty Dinner alongside fellow speakers Dr Jenny Doyle and Mr Richard Scawn, as well as Dr Nisha Menon and Dr Susanna Alberti who were attending for the second year.

DERMALOGICA EXO BOOSTER BREAKFAST

Hide, Mayfair

Ellen Cummings attended a press breakfast with Dermalogica Pro to learn about the brand’s new Exo Booster treatment and preview some of its other 2025 launches. During a nutritious breakfast, Gardner introduced the Exo Booster treatment – a vegan, bacteria-based exosome complex paired with microneedling to enhance active ingredient penetration. The treatment supports natural cell renewal, boosts vitality and promotes skin regeneration using Dermalogica’s Pro Resolution Technology. Guests were also gifted the brand’s latest product launch, the Multivitamin Power Recovery Cream, which combats dryness, dullness, fine lines and sagging.