The area of regenerative aesthetics is growing by leaps and bounds, and it's only a matter of time before the medical aesthetics industry is completely taken over by this technology. It makes sense, as the ability to truly regenerate our skin and body's youthful appearance and function is the ultimate form of reversing the ravages of time that age us. Even now, treatments like injectable biostimulators, regenerative energy-based devices and PRP and exosome therapies are becoming the preferred method of restoring rather than rejuvenating the signs of aging in our skin and body. The innovations in regenerative technology are only going to increase as time goes on, and as with the past few years, that innovation is going to continue to emerge and improve at an increasingly rapid rate. Have you jumped on this aesthetic trend and technological marvel yet and if not, do you plan to in the near future?
4 Advantages of Offering Regenerative Treatments at Your Medspa or Practice
In our recent survey which asked, "Which of the following best describes regenerative treatments (PRP, exosome therapies, etc.) offered at your medspa or practice: A. Currently being offered, B. Considering or planning to offer OR C. No plans to offer?" 65% of readers said regenerative treatments are Currently being offered, 15% said they are Considering or planning to offer them and 20% said they have No plans to offer them.
- Potential in Treating Hair Loss: The use of PRP and exosomes in combination with microneedling is demonstrating promising results when it comes to hair restoration. In addition, Pelage Pharmaceuticals recently announced the commencement of its Phase 2a trial for PP405, a topical small molecule designed to treat androgenetic alopecia. Regenerative treatments are set to revolutionize hair restoration in the coming years, which more and more patients, particularly women, are admitting is a significant concern that seems to only be increasing with time.
- PRP & Exosomes are One of the 3 Treatment Areas Generating the Most Patient Interest: In our previous survey, we found that 30% of readers reported PRP and exosome therapies are generating significant patient interest in their medspas and aesthetic practices. In our piece discussing these treatments, we reported, "It's no surprise that regenerative treatments like PRP and exosome therapy are generating significant patient interest, particularly as the area of regenerative aesthetics is also advancing at an ever-faster rate as time goes on. With issues like hair loss and the desire for more effective hair restoration treatments coming to the forefront of aesthetics in recent years, regenerative therapies such as PRP and exosomes are proving to be highly effective options for patients. They are also particularly effective treatment options for skin tightening and rejuvenation. Suffice to say, regenerative treatments such as these are only going to continue to rise in popularity as this technology continues to advance in the coming months and years."
- Stem Cells in Aesthetics: In our January/February 2024 Trends & Innovations column, Cheryl Whitman discussed the unique potentional of stem cells to revolutionize aesthetic treatments. She stated, "“Human Stem Cell Conditioned (HSC) media in skin care offers groundbreaking benefits supported by research due to its pro-generation properties and compatibility with dermal cells. Skin By Design employs this in their Cyto-Glo Renewing Cream. Not all stem cells are created equal; Skin By Design uses embryonic tissue and Umbilical WJ-MSC’s, derived from the umbilical cord, which holds the highest regenerative potential with elevated Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF). These aid tissue repair, reducing wrinkles and enhancing skin texture, contributing to a more youthful appearance. Aging diminishes these factors, making their inclusion in skin care regimens beneficial. The media from umbilical cord tissue surpasses adult adipose tissue or bone marrow as the most abundant and effective MSC source. Skin By Design’s products contain non-live stem cells, processed in an FDA-regulated lab, adhering to top industry standards, formulated to penetrate skin efficiently for growth and repair and enriched with natural hyaluronic acid and coenzyme Q10 in a medical-grade base for deep dermal delivery.” -Cheryl Whitman, CEO of Beautiful Forever
- Advanced in Regenerative Energy-Based Devices: As part of our coverage of this year's Music City SCALE meeting, we explored the recent innovations in regenerative treatments using energy-based devices. In particular, Accoustic Wave Therapy is making waves as a new regenerative treatment in aesthetics: "Accoustic wave therapy (AWT) is a newer technology being utilized in medicine in general as well as in medical aesthetics. CelluWave (body sculpting) and Vanesse (facial rejuvenation) are non-invasive acoustic wave devices originally used for musculoskeletal concerns, ED and enhancing recovery post-injury. According to one of the brand’s representatives at SCALE, “Now we've brought it to dermatology and it's ideal for treating cellulite as well as facial and body rejuvenation. An acoustic wave will actually have a cellular component to it, and it will increase your angiogenesis so you're getting more blood flow.” This helps to boost collagen production, improve skin elasticity and clarity, reducing the appearance of wrinkles in facial treatments and cellulite when used for the body, leading to improved muscle tone and a more sculpted physique. The discovery of the technology’s cosmetic benefit for cellulite reduction and body sculpting actually occurred after it was used to treat an athlete’s hamstring injury. “There was an athlete being treated for a hamstring issue, and her leg was being treated with acoustic wave therapy. She noticed afterwards that there was a difference between her leg treated with ACT and the other, and they found out through studies that it was because of this side effect from the ACT therapy, so that's how the cosmetic benefits were initially discovered.”
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