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5 LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE EXPERTS TO FOLLOW

These practitioners are carving their niche in the lymphatic drainage space

REBECCA MCGINLAY

Instagram: @the_sculptress_bodysculpting 3.5k

In her clinic, The Sculptress Method, McGinlay focuses on non-invasive, machine-free body sculpting techniques, blending massage techniques from around the world with holistic wellness.

Her Instagram feed is a curated gallery of transformations, showcasing the science behind her work, and her content is a blend of results and educational deep-dives, all delivered with a polished aesthetic.

Aside from her educational content, as an award-winning practitioner, McGinlay proudly promotes her professional accolades inviting her audience to join her journey as she continues to triumph in the industry.

JASMINA CONNELLY

Instagram: @jasminaconnelly 12.8k

For those seeking a practitioner who stays ahead of the curve, Connelly is an essential follow. From working on luxury cruise ships, Connelly took the dive into aesthetics and training, and since then has trained thousands of students from all over the world. She is an expert in wood therapy, lymphatic drainage and other sculpting and recovery techniques like K-taping.

Her passion for education makes her committed to her business and personal development, a reflection of her own belief: “growth is part of my lifestyle.”

Her feed is an aesthetically curated window into her work life, where she blends high-performance treatments and in depth education around the lymphatic system.

DR GALYNA SELEZNEVA

Instagram: @dr_ galyna 14.7k

Dr Galyna Selezneva is also known as “The Body Sculptor” and has been named as Tatler’s Best Body Doctor. As a trusted voice in the industry she advocates for a range of advancing technologies, diving into the science behind the results. Dr Selezneva is a strong advocate for lymphatic drainage and one of the few doctors that speak about its importance to ensure and improve the results of aesthetic treatments.

Leveraging her expertise as a registered psychiatrist, Dr Selezneva offers a refreshing, holistic approach to body sculpting that values mental wellbeing just as much as physical transformation. Across her Instagram she shares her wisdom in her regular features in glossy magazines, promoting her transparent and functional approach to aesthetic medicine.

ELAYNE GULLIS

Instagram: @elasculptlondon 10.5k

Elayne Gullis is a leading body therapist with over a decade of experience delivering transformative body sculpting results. In her clinic, Ela Sculpt, Gullis utilises a synergy of science, technology, and the art of touch to deliver discrete and precise results. As a trusted practitioner, her social media displays Gullis’s comprehensive array of high profile patients and glowing reviews. Her social media taps into what patients really want to know, covering topics such as post weight loss medication transformations, cellulite solutions, and how your lymphatic drainage system really works. Curated aesthetically, Gullis’s social media is not only a portfolio of impressive before and afters, but an insight into the transformative impact of body contouring and lymphatic knowledge on her patients’ lives.

MAISA CURSINO

Instagram: @maisacursino 396

Maisa Cursino is the founder of Maisa Wellness Center, specialising in post-op care, fibrosis, MLD, Brazilian Body Sculpting, pregnancy, and postpartum treatments.

Her Instagram dives into the impacts of patient’s body sculpting journeys, and her passion for patient transformation is a clear drive behind her continued success. Alongside her passion for results, Cursino focuses on transforming knowledge into clinical safety, emphasising her role as a caregiver, supporting fellow practitioners in their journey towards clinical excellence.

Cursino regularly features a Q&A section #MaisaResponds, answering commonly asked questions, helping to streamline patient experience.

Her refreshing outlook on body transformation sets her apart as a must-follow practitioner. Whether you’re interested in technical expertise, professional mentoring, or business inspiration, Cursino has it all covered.

This article appears in February 2026

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DEAR READERS
Welcome to the February issue of Aesthetic Medicine
MEET THE EXPERTS
The Aesthetic Medicine editorial board’s clinical expertise and diverse range of specialities help ensure the magazine meets the needs of the readers. In this issue, we have received guidance from the following members:
HOT OFF THE PRESS
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SPOTLIGHT ON… ASTAXANTHIN
Ellen Cummings explores the magic behind astaxanthin’s ability to enhance skin health, improve elasticity and defend against environmental stressors
IN CLINIC WITH DR LISA DINLEY
With a career spanning dentistry, aesthetics and advanced clinical education, Dr Lisa Dinley speaks to editor Kezia Parkins about why evidence, safety and integrity must outweigh trends, hype and follower counts
BLOCKED
Dr Ed Robinson discusses the role of dental (peri-oral sensory) nerve blocks in non-surgical aesthetic medicine
THE EVOLUTION OF THE NON-SURGICAL BLEPHAROPLASTY
As patient demand grows for subtle, surgery-free eye rejuvenation, CO₂ laser technology is emerging as a powerful tool in clinical practice. Dr Alexander Parys discusses results, recovery and real-world outcomes
BODY OF EVIDENCE
Dr Paul Charlson asks, is injectable lipolysis revolutionising non-surgical body contouring?
USING FRACTIONAL CO2 FOR NON-SURGICAL BLEPHS IN SKIN OF COLOUR
Dr Sonakshi Khorana and Dr Samantha Hills discuss fractional CO₂ laser for non-surgical blepharoplasty in skin of colour, focusing on safety, ocular protection and strategies to optimise outcomes
BEYOND GLASS SKIN
Rian Seo takes a closer look into how Korean beauty, the phenomenon leading aesthetic medicine and dermatology, differs outside of Korea
HIDRADENITIS SUPPURATIVA OVERLOOKED
Kezia Parkins speaks to experts about the underdiagnosed skin condition hidradenitis suppurativa, and how bias in dermatology leaves Black women unheard
LYMPHATIC RECOVERY
Rachel Fincham delves into bridging the gap between surgery and recovery with post-operative lymphatic therapy
PIGMENTATION IN SKIN OF COLOUR
Dr Ginni Mansberg delves into the causes, management, and the effects of pigmentation in skin of colour. tudies have confirmed that pigmentation is more common in skin of colour
EMOTIONAL BURNOUT
Could burnout be driven more by emotional strain than workload? WIAM investigates…
THE MENOPAUSE GOLD RUSH
Why aesthetic clinics should tread a careful line when it comes to menopause care by not simply cashing in on the “menopause gold rush”
BUILDING YOUR TRIBE: THE VOICES IN MY HEAD
Independent nurse prescriber Julie Scott shares how your mentors, colleagues, friends and patients shape how you practice
NHS TO PRIVATE PRACTICE NO BLUEPRINT – AND NO REDUCTION IN RESPONSIBILITY
As clinicians increasingly move beyond employed healthcare into increasingly commercial environments, Amy Bird says that governance, accountability, and professional foundations must come first
ROADMAP STRATEGY FOR 2026
Lisa Kelly shares her insights on how to futureproof your clinic for 2026 and drive sustainable growth in a competitive landscape
TRUST FIRST, TREATMENT SECOND
Jamila Begum breaks down how the consultation goes beyond the first appointment, shaping the client-practitioner relationship
ASK THE EXPERTS
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HIGH-TECH FACIALS... GENEO X BESPOKE GLO₂ FACIAL
Editor Kezia Parkins visited AM Awards Finalist 2025 nurse Teresa Tan to experience the Geneo X bespoke facial for deep hydration
KERALASE HAIR RESTORATION
Contributing reporter Ellen Cummings visited D.Thomas Clinic to trial the laser-based hair restoration treatment
PRODUCT NEWS
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5 MINUTES WITH… TREVOR STEYN
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CLINIC CATFISHING
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5 LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE EXPERTS TO FOLLOW
These practitioners are carving their niche in the lymphatic drainage space
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