EVENTS

OUT & ABOUT

SKINCEUTICALS MASTER PHYSICIAN EVENT

Renaissance Hotel, King’s Cross The Skinceuticals Master Physician Event, held at the luxurious Renaissance Hotel, was packed full of some of the biggest names in the sector, including speakers Dr Brendan Molloy, Miss Jonquille Chantrey and Dr Nina Prisk.

Editor, Kezia Parkins and advertising manager Lisa Merrigan were lucky enough to attend the one-day CPD-accredited event for medics, which was a wealth of information, providing insights on consumer trends, the promise of integrated skincare and the power of partnership.

Stand-out talks included Miss Chantrey’s, where she discussed ‘The Consultation Compass’ and the need to redefine ethical aesthetics, and dove into celebrity-driven trends, the filler crisis and the current ethical dilemmas that aesthetic practitioners are facing.

This was later followed by Dr Cemal Kavasogullari’s talk: ‘Elasticity Rescue After Rapid Fat Loss’, where he broke down structural strategies for modern metabolic ageing – a timely topic for our October ‘Body Issue.’

We also got to hear some fascinating observations on consumer trends from L’Oréal’s head of Insights, Jamie Mills.

Attendees were treated to refreshments throughout the day and a delicious lunch where Kezia and Lisa caught up with some of their sector faves, Dr Catherine Fairris, Dr Alexandra Mills and Dr Ahmed El Muntasar.

BTL EXOMIND LAUNCH

Dr Preema Clinic, Park Lane Kezia attended the launch of BTL’s new device Exomind at the stunning Dr Preema Clinic.Exomind’s patented ExoTMS is a ‘workout for the mind.’

The neurostimulation technology comfortably stimulates key areas of the brain involved in emotional regulation, cognitive function, and self-control. By activating neural pathways, it helps restore healthy brain activity and enhances neural connectivity for cognitive clarity, emotional balance, and aid stress management. Just what a stressed out aesthetic editor needs.

Kezia was greeted by the wonderful Dr Preema Vig who gave her the lowdown on the fascinating device that aims to redefine mental wellness in aesthetics. The event was attended by unexpected stars including Selling the Sunset’s Bre Tiesi.

After a catch up with Dr Preema, Kezia was one of the first to try the new device. Look out for for her review of a course of treatments in a future issue.

CHAMPNEYS X ELEMIS SPA SUITE LAUNCH

Champneys, Tring On 21 August, Elemis opened its new suite in partnership with Champneys Tring and Editorial Assistant, Connie Cooper attended the exclusive press preview of the brand-new suite.To mark Champneys’ 100th year, Elemis and Champneys celebrated their long-term partnership to open a one-of-a-kind spa experience.

Attendees enjoyed the spa facilities before a guided tour unveiling the Elemis Suite and the opportunity to have a skin consultation with the Elemis Visia HD. This high-tech skin scanner assesses skin health and identifies areas that need attention.

Professionals also demonstrated the Elemis Cryotighten, using their signature lifting techniques to support the lymphatic system, revealing immediate inch loss and displayed the Elemis Cryoradiance therapy, combining cryotherapy and an LED-powered facial.

Elemis co-founder, Noella Gabriel, welcomed attendees to enjoy a three-course meal, where she shared the philosophy behind Elemis and explained the partnership between the brand and Spa. The day concluded with an LED plasma light therapy facial, deeply cleansing and gently exfoliating the skin in preparation for light therapy, delivering radiant, refreshed skin in just 30 minutes.

CUTERA, LASER & LIGHT SUMMIT

De Vere Beaumont Estate, Windsor Kezia attended Cutera’s sell-out annual Laser & Light Summit, hosted at the idyllic De Vere Beaumont Estate in Windsor.

The day began with a warm welcome from Cutera’s UK and Ireland regional director, Sam Keene, who set the tone alongside his colleagues before introducing the charismatic host, dermatologist Dr Ryan De Cruz. With his infectious energy and Australian flair, Dr De Cruz kept the audience engaged throughout the glitzy, laser-lit event, sharing fresh perspectives on the use of lasers “Down Under.”

The programme delivered a wealth of insights from leading experts. Dr Tatiana Mandavia spoke about the importance of layering modalities, skincare, and self-care for optimal results, even sharing intriguing anecdotal evidence on the potential of bone broth for skin health and collagen support. Following this, Dr Nestor Demosthenous wowed the audience with his impressive outcomes treating acne using AviClear, but not before his wife, Amanda Demosthenous gave a compelling presentation on combining polynucleotides and non-ablative laser.

After a delicious networking lunch, where Kezia made friends with Dr Sumaira Nabeel and Cutera’s Nazir Sherzay, more power couples took to the stage: Dr Manav and Dr Yogeeta Bawa, and Dr Tatiana and Dr Rishi Mandavia. Together, they offered valuable advice on building and scaling a successful aesthetic clinic, blending clinical excellence with business acumen.

The afternoon wrapped up with dynamic breakout sessions, allowing attendees to dive deeper into specialised topics before reconvening for networking drinks and the prestigious Cutera Provider Awards where Dr Tatiana and Dr Rishi Mandavia’s Advanced Aesthetics won Cutera Regional Provider of the Year for London. Winners in other categories included

AviClear Provider of the Year: Dr Sharon Crichlow Consultant Dermatologist

Secret Provider of the Year: Medizen

Practitioner of the Year: Laura Gallagher, Medizen

Rising Star Award: Dr Tego Kirnon-Jackman, Dr Tego Clinic

Legacy Award: Dr Nestor Demosthenous, The Mayfield Clinic