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MedEsthetics October 2020 Issue

Oct 15th, 2020

The FDA has reversed its previous decision, making NMN legal again as a dietary supplement and expanding options for those interested in wellness and longevity.

FDA Reinstates NMN for Supplements: Medspas Eye Synergy with NAD+ Therapy and GLP-1 Symptom Relief

The FDA’s reversal on NMN has reopened the door to a potent NAD+ precursor, sparking renewed interest in how it may influence energy, aging and medspa therapies.

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.

The Future of Hyaluronic Acid Injectable Fillers with Allergan Aesthetics

The Future of Hyaluronic Acid Injectable Fillers with Allergan Aesthetics

At ASDS, Allergan Aesthetics convened experts to explore the future of hyaluronic acid fillers—dispelling myths, sharing data and emphasizing education for subtle, natural-looking results.

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.

Q&A: Revance's New CEO Nadeem Moiz Charts Bold Vision After Crown Acquisition

The newly appointed CEO Nadeem Moiz uncovers his vision for the future of aesthetics, skincare and brand evolution since Crown Laboratories' aquisition of Revance.