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EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD

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:

JULIE SCOTT

Julie Scott is an independent nurse prescriber, Level 7 qualified aesthetic injector and trainer with more than 30 years of experience in the field of plastics and skin rejuvenation. She is an aesthetic mentor and international speaker, who has won the Aesthetics Awards ‘Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner of the Year’ in both 2022 & 2024, and ‘Best Clinic South of England’ 2023.

AMY BIRD

Amy Bird is an aesthetic nurse practitioner with over 10 years of nursing experience. She is the founder of KAST and chair of the British Association of Medical Nurses. Amy earned her Bachelor of Nursing in 2010 and found her passion in plastic and cosmetic surgery. She has worked with injectables, lasers, and noninvasive treatments for over seven years.

DR AHMED EL HOUSSIENY

Dr Ahmed El Houssieny is a GMC-registered doctor, associate member of BCAM and founder of Bank MediSpa.

A former anaesthetist with more than 15 years’ experience, he specialises in advanced injectables and laser treatments. He is a respected speaker, author and trainer, with a strong focus on patient safety and raising standards in aesthetic medicine.

DR JORDAN FAULKNER

Dr Jordan Faulkner is a full time cosmetic physician and founder of Allo Aesthetics. He is the founder and lead mentor of Unite Aesthetics Initiative and is a clinical educator at Interface Aesthetics. Dr Jordan is a brand ambassador at Revanesse and faculty member at DermaFocus. He is the co-owner of Myokine Ltd. He won winner of Rising Star of the Year at the Aesthetics Awards ‘25.

DR SABIKA KARIM

Dr Sabika Karim, founder of Skin Medical is a multi-award winning international educator who combines her NHS GP background with 18 years of aesthetic medical practice to deliver gold standard treatments to her patients at the clinic whilst raising industry standards by teaching and training her peers.

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DEAR READERS
Welcome to the July/August issue of Aesthetic Medicine Magazine.
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
BCAM warns public over illegal and unregulated peptide injections
OUT & ABOUT
CIRCADIA UK’S MINISTRY OF SKIN 2026 Knebworth House, Stevenage
GETTING TO KNOW DR AHMED EL HOUSSIENY
After beginning his career in one of medicine’s most demanding specialties, Dr Ahmed El Houssieny has built a successful clinic, training academy and reputation as a leading educator in aesthetics. He speaks to editor Kezia Parkins about governance, business, education and why caution still matters in a fast-moving sector.
THE RISE OF THE ‘MINI BLEPH’
Dr Richard Devine explains why blepharoplasty is becoming a more mainstream option for patients looking to refresh tired eyes and how he achieves comparable results without surgery.
Case study: COMBINATION REGENERATIVE HAIR RESTORATION
Natalie Clendinning showcases hair restoration outcomes with microneedling, exosomes, and polynucleotide injections.
THE NEW PREVENTION ERA
Anna Dobbie investigates how longevity medicine, advanced diagnostic technology and personalised health strategies are shifting the sector’s focus toward preventative treatments
CUTTING-EDGE CLINICS
From bookings and marketing to reporting and patient communication, AI is helping clinics work smarter, reduce admin and drive growth.
SCALP MATTERS
Why the scalp should be treated with the same clinical seriousness as the skin
IS AI CHANGING THE RISK LANDSCAPE IN AESTHETICS?
AI is changing aesthetics – but responsibility still sits with us, writes Eddie Hooker , founder and CEO of Hamilton Fraser
DOES A FACELIFT REALLY SLIP? SETTING PATIENT EXPECTATIONS FOR THE LONG TERM
Addressing the common patient concern of post-surgical ‘slippage,’ Dr. Roberto Viel explores the realities of tissue settling, the importance of lift vectors, and the strategic maintenance required to ensure long-term rejuvenation.
NOT ALL PRP IS THE SAME
Claudia McGloin explains how to understand leukocyte-rich and leukocyte-poor preparations
TESTOSTERONE TRUTH
Dr Ginni Mansberg examines what science says about testosterone and the skin, separating evidence from trends
THE HUMAN TOUCH
As artificial intelligence becomes more and more embedded in the patient journey, Vicky Eldridge asks, are we losing sight of what really matters in aesthetic practice?
OVER “DONE”
Emma Wedgwood looks at how regenerative treatments are shifting aesthetic medicine away from correction and towards restoring definition, structure and long-term skin health.
MEDICAL-GRADE MYTH
Is “medical-grade” cosmetics a term without definition?
STAYING HUMAN IN AESTHETICS
In an increasingly transactional industry, staying connected to the people behind the treatments has never been more important. Julie Scott reflects on compassion, boundaries and the value of remaining fully present in aesthetic practice.
STANDARDS OR SUGGESTIONS?
Everyone supports high standards, until they become inconvenient. Amy Bird examines why standards without enforcement are simply suggestions
A NO BRAINER FOR AESTHETIC CLINICS
Lisa Kelly explores the practical AI tools that are already helping aesthetic clinics save time, improve efficiency and unlock new revenue opportunities
LEGAL CHECKLIST
Peter Kouwenberg, explains the key legal considerations aesthetic practitioners should address before introducing new services.
HOW SHOULD EVOLVING LASER REGULATIONS IMPACT MY CLINIC’S APPROACH TO SKIN RESURFACING?
How should evolving laser regulations impact my clinic’s approach to skin resurfacing? he regulatory landscape for aesthetic treatments
HOW CAN OMEGA-3 SUPPORT TREATMENT OUTCOMES?
How can omega-3 support treatment outcomes?
THE RELIABLE ONES
Anna Miller answers why the people you depend on most may be carrying more than you realise
AUTHENTIC DESIGN
Does your clinic truly mirror the brand you promote online? Katie Thomas explains why crafting a clinical environment that aligns with your marketing ensures clients get everything they expect – and more
TACKLING PROFESSIONAL ISOLATION IN AESTHETIC MEDICINE
As aesthetic medicine continues to mature, many practitioners still work in relative isolation compared with their colleagues in traditional healthcare settings. Dr Jordan Faulkner argues that stronger professional networks, mentorship and collaborative learning are essential to improving governance, clinician wellbeing and patient safety across the specialty.
ALUMIER MD INTELLIRET BOOST PEEL
Editorial assistant, Connie Cooper tried the new Alumier MD IntelliRET Boost peel within a customised skin peel treatment, addressing breakout prone skin
TEOXANE BABYGLOW AT COSMETIC SKIN CLINIC
Editor Kezia Parkins got the opportunity to try Teoxane’s newest treatment, babyGLOW™, at the Cosmetic Skin Clinic.
PRODUCT NEWS
Medik8 Medik8’s Exo-PDRN Prismatic+ Pro Concentrate is a
5 MINUTES WITH EMILY-LOUISE VARNFIELD
Emily-Louise Varnfield , founder of The Beaute Group , discusses the future of aesthetic technology, the importance of clinical outcomes and the opportunities shaping the industry.
5 tech-forward practitioners to follow
These five practitioners are driving conversations in the increasingly technology driven industry
Ask Alex
“Everyone on TikTok seems to just talk now. Should I be ‘yapping’ too?”
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