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September 2019

Aug 29th, 2019

Sachin Shridharani, MD

FEATURES

Nonsurgical neck and chest treatments »The Neck and Decollete

Addressing unreasonable patient demands »How To Say "No"

The growing trend of customized and customizable skin care »Personalized Skin Care

Sachin Shridharani, MD, and Luxurgery »New York State of Mind

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Laser resurfacing, detox facials and IV therapies offer a way to rejuvenate skin, restore energy and refresh the body for the new year ahead.

Your Post-Holiday Reset: Treatments to Recharge Body and Skin

After the indulgence of the holidays, discover the top treatments, from laser resurfacing to ocean-inspired facials and IV therapies—that help your skin and body feel revitalized for the new year.

Regeneration Over Destruction: Redefining Aesthetic Laser Care

Regeneration Over Destruction: Redefining Aesthetic Laser Care

Reverse by Aerolase is a regenerative laser treatment that renews skin without damage, pain or downtime. Powered by Neo Elite and Era Elite, it delivers powerful results—safe for all skin tones.

While TrumpRX could make GLP-1 medications more affordable, safe and effective use still relies on professional monitoring, meaning medspas remain an important part of the weight-loss and health journey.

TrumpRX to Offer Discounted GLP-1 Drugs—What Aesthetic Providers Should Know About Access, Pricing, Patient Retention

The TrumpRX platform promises lower-cost access to GLP-1 medications, but experts say proper monitoring and holistic care remain key to safe, sustainable results—raising questions about how this shift could reshape the booming medspa and wellness industry.

Verified licenses are linked to public BeautyAList profiles, highlighting credentials for clients and brands.

Estheticians Can Now Verify Licenses Digitally With New NCEA and BeautyAList Tool

Licensify via BeautyAList allows estheticians to verify licenses digitally, while connecting credentials to professional networks and industry resources.

Oily skin might not cause fewer wrinkles—but the treatments for acne just might.

Oily Skin Today, Fewer Wrinkles Tomorrow? Experts Explain the Truth Behind the TikTok Theory

From retinoids to hormones, experts uncover why those who battled acne early might just be winning the long game when it comes to aging.

RSMD equips physicians, nurses and other clinicians to enter or expand in the growing field of medical aesthetics.

A Surge of Healthcare Professionals Entering Medspas Is Increasing the Need for Hands-On, Specialized Education

Discover how a hands-on medspa in California is helping healthcare professionals pivot aesthetic medicine, combining real-world experience, structured training frameworks and mentorship to bridge textbook knowledge and practiced skill.

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Army Veteran’s YouV Device Makes Sun Protection Visible

See what your sunscreen’s been missing—YouV is the first premium mineral sunscreen that makes invisible coverage visible with UV light, so you can spot gaps, and truly see sun safety in action.

Got insights, tech breakthroughs or real patient stories to share? Submit your editorial pitch to Managing Editor Jamie O'Toole at jotoole@allured.com

Introducing Our 2026 Issue Themes: Your Opportunity to Be Featured at the Forefront of Innovation

MedEsthetics' 2026 editorial themes are your invitation to be seen, heard and part of the industry’s most important conversations. Have a submission that might fit? Send it to to us.

Aesthetic clinics are pairing GLP-1 with nutrition, hormone tracking and resistance training to maintain structure and prevent muscle mass decline.

The New Frontier of GLP-1: Lean People Are Using It for Longevity, Cellular Optimization—Not Weight Loss

GLP-1 medications are evolving from weight-loss tools to precision longevity therapies, now used by lean individuals to optimize metabolism, cardiovascular health and cellular function.

Minimally invasive treatments are reshaping beauty standards with faster, low-downtime results.

Global Medical Aesthetics Market to Triple by 2033, Fueled by Minimally Invasive Tech and AI Solutions

Discover what’s driving the explosive growth of the medical aesthetics market—and how emerging tech and shifting beauty ideals are reshaping the future of skincare and wellness.

Join board-certified dermatologist Roberta Del Campo, MD on Oct. 29 for an exclusive webcast exploring Ultherapy PRIME.

Lift at the Source: Advancing Facial Aesthetics with Depth-Targeted Treatment

Join us for an exclusive webcast on Oct. 29 that reveals a deeper approach to treating facial aging with non-invasive lifting treatments.

Most lipedema diagnoses come from non-surgeons, often years after symptoms begin—highlighting the urgent need for earlier recognition by aesthetic professionals.

Lipedema Patients Commonly Seek Cosmetic Care Before Diagnosis—Here's Why Early Recognition in Aesthetic Practice Matters

As lipedema defies traditional therapies, data reinforces the need for earlier recognition within aesthetic medicine, as misdiagnosis is common and symptoms become apparent in cosmetic settings.