The Harley Street Journal

Bi-monthly newspaper for the cosmetic and plastic surgery sector

Laura Casewell

Universkin and Dr Martin Kinsella join forces

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A cosmetic doctor specialising in anti-ageing treatments has revealed the most popular skin concerns his patients are presenting with and why he’s proud to be a KOL for Universkin.

Based at the Re-Enhance Clinic based in Manchester, Dr Kinsella – who has practised for over 16 years making him one of the most sought after in the industry – revealed how a combination of video calls and face mask use over the last 18 months has led to a surge in treatments and medical grade skincare.

According to the skin expert, patients are finding that the use of masks has caused them blocked pores, possibly even more acne as well as spots and irritation.

He says: “Everyone wants a bright, clear complexion with smooth skin, minimised pores and a glowing effect. This is why people are now asking for peels, or injectable treatments that improve the actual look of the skin.

“In terms of skincare, one of the big things we use at our clinic is Universkin and I’m delighted to now be a KOL for the brand. We customise serums to the patient by adding antioxidants like vitamin C as well as hydrating agents like aloe vera.

“For me this is the very best in professional skincare,” he says. 

Martin says he’s also seeing requests for under-eye tear trough filler because of Zoom overuse and social media, and jaw, cheek contouring and also fillers in the nose are becoming even more popular.

A unique, science-based and physician-dispensed bespoke skincare, Universkin personalised skincare is offered by cosmetic doctors, dermatologists, plastic surgeons and aesthetic practitioners in 35 countries worldwide.

Universkin is available for HCP from John Bannon Pharmacy.

Cambridge Stratum hails AM Live a ‘most productive show’

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John Culbert of Cambridge Stratum has hailed the latest Aesthetic Medicine Live exhibition ‘the most productive show’ after showcasing a new portfolio of devices.

Showcasing a range of platforms including lasers such as the Pico300 and the Spectra Vein, John said the 2 day event attracted visitors seriously interested in investing in quality aesthetic devices. 

“We were pleasantly surprised how productive the first show coming out of the pandemic has been. We were concerned that Covid may have overshadowed it but we were busy from virtually the minute the show opened.

“Importantly, the people who attended had a serious interest in the products on show and many had imminent purchasing intentions. The initial impression is that this was the most productive show we have exhibited at.”

According to John it was obvious within minutes of the announcement that “AM Live 2021 is now open” that there is a pent up demand from clinic owners for the latest technology but at affordable prices.

“The first morning of the show was virtually non-stop and most of the people attending were there for a business; with the intention of finding the product that would give them that vital edge over the competition. What that constituted varied from person to person and the interest was spread across the full product range on offer.”

Cambridge Stratum was pleased to be able to exhibit some excellent showstoppers.

John says: “The Pico300 and 500 range of picosecond lasers at mainstream prices. However, the Nano 3 – a 3.5ns active Q switch laser – also attracted a lot of attention.”

The combination of skin tightening and skin resurfacing has been in the news lately leading to a lot of interest in combination treatments that includes the Stratum 1550: a non-ablative 1550nm scanning laser for skin resurfacing and the SkinTyte III our latest 3 D Hi-Fu machine to tighten the skin.  

John says: “The combination of these two treatments produces excellent results 100% non-invasively and with zero downtime. In order to further promote this hot combination we were pleased to include the show offer of a £5000+ vat discount from the normal price ( £19,500 + £12,500 both plus vat so normally £32,000 + vat  – special offer £27,000 + vat ). Again both machines are offered with our market leading 3 year warranty as standard.”

Cambridge Stratum evolved from the founders’ need to source a broad range of aesthetic and medical equipment for their own use, that is world class in performance, with uncompromising build quality and safety.

All of the equipment offered through Cambridge Stratum has been evaluated and is in daily use in the associated company – Cosmex Clinic – run by award-winning nurse Louise Sommereux. 

All equipment supplied is either CE or Medical CE approved as appropriate and all products have been verified as suitable for the UK.

Cosmetic doctor reports 100% increase in patients seeking anti ageing eye treatments due to ‘ŒZoom Doom’

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An award-winning Cambridge cosmetic clinic has reported a 100 per cent increase in eye rejuvenation enquiries in the months since Covid restrictions limiting aesthetic treatments lifted. 

According to Cosmex Clinic, the post-pandemic boom in cosmetic treatments has been remarkable, but it’s those designed to improve the appearance of the skin around the eyes that have been requested more than ever.

Seeing the huge rise in enquires for non surgical treatments to tone, tighten and smooth the skin around the eyes, Clinic Director Lou Sommereux says it stems from the  ‘Zoom doom’ effect many patients have complained about post pandemic. 

An expert in aesthetics, Lou says: 

“Over the last 18 months we’ve all spent so much time on Zoom and things like FaceTime, it’s no surprise people have started to notice their own appearance more than ever. We can see this in the enquiries we’ve been getting at the clinic since we reopened to the public in April, most notably regarding facial rejuvenation. 

“Of course the demand for facial rejuvenation injectables – such as dermal fillers – has been high, but we’ve particularly noticed a surge in patients seeking treatments to refresh the skin around the eyes. It makes sense – the eyes are the focal point of the face”

It’s easy to be disappointed as the signs of ageing start to take a hold, particularly on the face. Ageing is, of course, totally natural but for those who want to rejuvenate the eyes there are some options that offer great results.

If lines are starting to become more obvious around the eyes, it might be worth considering a combination of non surgical, minimally invasive treatments to ensure you keep that twinkle in your eye for as long as possible.

Lou says the key to success when reducing signs of ageing around this area is ensuring each patient is given a bespoke treatment plan, with a focus on the patient journey and individualised care plans. 

“We are a medical clinic offering medical treatments; there’s no one size fits all plan. We support patients from the start to the end of their treatment, offering tailored plans that take into account a variety of factors including age and lifestyle.

“In many cases it’s not one treatment but a combination of aesthetic treatments that are used in synergy to provide the best results. This could be injectables such as muscle relaxing injections or fillers, skin tightening using devices such as SkinTyte.”

Lou says her clinic, based in Cambridgeshire, is also seeing more demand for body sculpting treatment, probably as a result of the notorious ‘lockdown stone’ we’ve heard so much about in the media.

She says: “There’s an increased demand for energy-assisted treatments as part of facial rejuvenation, but sculpting the body post-pandemic seems to be very popular too, especially as summer is in full swing. We’ve invested in quality devices such as Stratum Synergy to make sure we can safely help patients look and feel their best – because ultimately all of these treatments are really about well-being.”

On cosmetic trends we’re likely to see during the second half of 2021, Lou believes collagen boosting treatments and skin resurfacing are likely to grab the attention of patients, particularly as weddings and big events will be back up and running properly. 

CCR 2021 launches Surgical Arena featuring ISAPS Symposium UK

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Following three years of the ISAPS Symposium UK being hosted in London by Easyfairs, organisers of CCR, the international meeting of the world’s leading aesthetic plastic surgeons will be housed for the first time at CCR on 14 & 15 October 2021 at the ExCeL, London. 

This new addition to the UK’s leading medical aesthetics event will unite the UK’s aesthetic plastic surgeons under one roof, integrating surgical education and networking into CCR.

The addition of this world-class programme will add further value to the 250+ surgeons who attend CCR each year to network and attend the non-surgical talks. 

With a focus on breast and body, the ISAPS Symposium UK will feature an internationally renowned faculty from across the globe, putting CCR and the ISAPS Symposium UK on the world stage.

Naveen Cavale, ISAPS UK National Secretary, commented: “It’s great to be working with CCR for the fourth year running and we’re thrilled to be able to host the ISAPS meeting at the event this year. The ISAPS Symposium provides expert education for plastic surgeons each year and, because CCR provides such an open forum for medical aesthetic professionals, all surgeons involved in the aesthetics sector will be able to join the ISAPS meeting, giving them the opportunity to be educated by and learn best-practice from the best of the best.

“The ISAPS presence the in UK has grown exponentially over the past few years and this enriched partnership represents further expansion of the phenomenal growth that ISAPS has seen in the UK. Adding to this, there will also be an opportunity for aesthetic plastic surgeons to sign up for ISAPS membership at CCR at a reduced rate, as part of their delegate fee.”

Mo Akhavani, ISAPS UK Assistant Secretary, added: “The excellent thing about being alongside CCR is that any medical professional in the aesthetic sector, whether surgical or non-surgical, can mingle and network with the world’s best plastic surgeons. This not only strengthens the partnership between ISAPS and CCR, but it also enhances the reputation of ISAPS education and closes the gap between surgical and non-surgical specialties, which will in turn help to provide a safer and more regulated industry.”

In addition to the opportunity to learn from the most highly regarded aesthetic plastic surgeons in the world, attendees of the ISAPS Symposium UK at CCR will be able to discover the very latest surgical equipment and solutions at the accompanying exhibition, to ensure their clinics are kitted out to the highest and most up-to-date spec.

With a focus on a holistic approach to aesthetic medicine, surgeons will also have access to the full agenda of free-of-charge non-surgical education at CCR and the opportunity to meet with the leading suppliers of non-surgical products and practice management solutions.

Francesca White, Tatler’s Health and Beauty Editor-at-Large, will once again be press ambassador for CCR and will use the opportunity to speak to the surgeons featured in the 2020 Tatler Cosmetic Surgery Guide. Francesca will be interviewing key opinion leaders and exhibitors during the event, as well as reporting on the latest news in the aesthetics industry.

CCR and the ISAPS Symposium UK 2021 will deliver the best of the best in content, demonstrations, new treatments and education for all medical aesthetic professionals on 14 and 15 October 2021 at ExCeL, London.

Register to attend today at www.ccrlondon.com

Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute receives approval from the Royal Society for Public Health

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The Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute has been approved by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH). 

The RSPH framework will allow the Institute to deliver a professionally regulated qualification, while keeping the main structure and content of its courses. 

Thanks to this the Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute is permitted to offer delegates the chance to obtain the Qualification Council for Cosmetic Procedures (QCCP) medical aesthetic certificates. 

Dr Bob Khanna said: “I am absolutely thrilled that the Dr Khanna Training Institute has become the first in the UK to be approved by the Royal Society of Public Health. 

“We have always been committed to providing a learning pathway that above all promotes patient safety and predictable results. Being recognised as leaders in this area by the RSPH is a direct reflection of the high standards that we have always strived for here at the Training Institute, and we are honoured to have received this accreditation.”

New Hyaluronic Acid filler launched

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The new Hyaluronic Acid (HA) filler MaiLi, from Sinclair Pharma, launches 28thApril 2021.

The new product range harnesses the power of the world’s first OxiFree HA technology.

MaiLi is the natural partner for gifted professionals to refine their craft with precision and care, using the finest Swiss science to unlock the highest levels of aesthetic artistry.

The new HA filler offers supple volume, projection power and elasticity, allowing for natural movement. MaiLi Extreme is verified as a volumising and supple filler, with an unparalleled projection rate of 34% more than the market leader. 

Meanwhile, MaiLi Extreme uses 24% less gel for the same volumising effect, compared with the market leader – a brand where less filler means more fullness and flexibility.

Not only does less product mean more treatment possibilities for patients, but, for the same patient, practitioners can use the same syringe in multiple areas to exceed patient results, creating superior results which gradually build over time.

This premium HA gel is designed for the treatment of fine-lines, medium sized skin depressions, the periorbital area, volume loss, and is especially effective for lip definition or enhancement. 

MaiLi follows the lineage established by medical aesthetics company Sinclair Pharma which also boasts Ellansé, the first collagen stimulating dermal filler for the face, in its treatment portfolio; as well as the recently launched Lanluma dermal filler for the body and face, and Silhouette Soft, its unique cone threaded sutures for non-surgical skin lifting. 

For more information, please visit:  https://www.sinclairpharma.com

Cosmetic doctor ranks the best lip fillers

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Dr Dan Dhunna has explained his top dermal fillers available in the UK and how they can effectively augment and beautify facial contours, as well as hydrate and re-condition the skin.

Choosing only highly-regarded, FDA-Approved brands, they’re known for their unsurpassed safety records and clinically-proven formulations for the most beautiful, natural-looking results.

He says: “Nowadays, dermal fillers for plumping, shaping and correcting ageing or thinning lips are hugely popular, but many people don’t realise that dermal lip fillers are not simply one product and one technique.”

“The art of augmenting the lip area is something that an already highly qualified medical professional needs to master, over many years. Every dermal filler product is different and although the main components are basically, the same – hyaluronic acid (HA) in a fluid to a more viscous gel, each have their own specific quality and behaviour once injected into the lips.”

Dr Dan Dhunna only uses certified products and during his many years of practice, has meticulously chosen some of the world’s leading dermal filler brands. Now, Dr Dhunna has rigorously tested each product and has put together his top 5 lip filler products which include Juvederm Volift, Restylane Kysse and Belotero Lips Shape and Contour.

He said: “Lip fillers have come leaps and bounds over the past 20 years and where once there were only a handful of reputable dermal fillers on the market, the large pharmaceutical companies continue to ‘up their game’, when it comes to this hugely sought-after non-surgical injectable treatment.

“It’s still vital however, that you consult with a medically-qualified practitioner when it comes to dermal fillers and indeed, any injectable procedure, for well-informed advice and beautifully-stunning results.”

John Bannon Pharmacy Launches Universkin Skincare Service

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John Bannon Pharmacy is thrilled to announce it has adopted a new skincare range – Universkin – into the business for 2021. 

Universkin is a globally recognised brand, created by health care professionals, for health care professionals. With a potent serum base, 19 active ingredients that create 1.8 million combinations, this prescriptive skincare range provides a bespoke solution to treat all individual skin types.

Each client’s unique formulation is created via an in-clinic app, which helps the clinician to individually tailor the serums to suit exactly the patient’s individual needs. Universkin provides the clinician with a bespoke skincare range, yet still allows clinicians to help patients in current lockdown restrictions.

If we learned one lesson during lockdown, it was just how much we had neglected our skincare, and we have been reminded all too often, with the expansion of on-line, virtual calling that our faces and skin need care and investment. In 2020 skincare purchases rose substantially, and the “zoom face” was a recognised condition, making now the perfect time to launch Universkin to the UK market.

Andy Pickin at John Bannon Pharmacy says: 

“2021 is a year full of opportunities – no longer can we stand still and wait for change. We must make our own change and expand and seize the new opportunities that present.  We want to work closely in partnership with our customers to support their business growth, and Universkin is a great step forward.

“We all know 2020 was more than challenging, but we have learned how to better help our customers by providing bespoke services and a close partnership that will benefit both customer and patients alike. By offering this service we believe we can help clinics to enter the skincare world with minimal up-front costs and a bespoke delivery service. Life made easy, which is something we all want this year!”

As well as targeting the aesthetics industry and offering competitive prices, the John Bannon team is committed to expanding the exposure of Universkin and so will also be engaging the end users too with a national PR drives. 

Andy says: 

“The goal here is to engage the UK audience in the buying cycle for bespoke skincare treatments while clinics remain hindered in their ability to perform treatments and face to face consultations. Engaging consumers will drive them through to the industry, where our service offers HCPs the ability to support their patients with skincare and a complete ‘closed loop’ revenue opportunity.”

John Bannon Pharmacy will be running online training and hosting workshops in the coming months to engage and educate clinic owners. To register for the latest event please sign up here. 

For more information please visit www.johnbannonpharmacy.co.uk

British Dental Association calls on Gov to act on the latest report from Public Health England

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The British Dental Association has called on ministers to act on the latest report from Public Health England on the shocking oral health gap between rich and poor, warning that without dedicated action from government inequalities will widen as a result of the COVID pandemic.

The report shows relative inequalities in the prevalence of tooth decay in 5-year-old children in England increased from 2008 to 2019. The BDA has expressed deep concern these inequalities will widen given the suspension of public health programmes over the last year, and ongoing difficulties accessing services. 

Decay remains the number one reason for hospital admissions among young children, with official surveys indicating a tenfold difference in severity of tooth decay between the richest and most deprived communities.

The BDA strongly endorses PHE’s policy recommendations on supervised brushing in early years settings and water fluoridation, both of which are clinically proven and cost-saving according to government own modelling, based on the corresponding reduction in treatment need.

Dentist leaders have welcomed recent signs of support for both policies from the Department of Health, but stressed progress will only be possible if government is prepared to offer dedicated funding to support set-up and operating costs. The government’s promise to consult on a national supervised brushing scheme for England by the end of 2020 has yet to materialise.

BDA Chair Eddie Chair said:

“The oral health gap between rich and poor is not inevitable. Sadly, the pandemic means shameful levels of inequality are set to widen.

“We need deeds not words from government, with real support for practices and action on prevention. These programmes can pay for themselves, but until Ministers offer tangible commitments we will not see progress.”

Demand for cosmetic surgery has increased during lockdown

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Demand for cosmetic surgery has increased during the Covid-19 lockdowns, according to doctors.

They believe people constantly attending online meetings on apps like Zoom for the last year are becoming worried about their appearance.

The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) has warned that “unscrupulous” cosmetic surgery providers are cashing in on a post-pandemic “Zoom boom” by convincing patients into panic buying ‘quick fix’ procedures.

“People couldn’t go on holiday, they couldn’t do much, really,” says London plastic surgeon Patrick Mallucci. “So, many instead decided to spend that money on themselves. To treat something.”

BAAPS, which reported seeing a “massive upswing” of 100% in demand for virtual consultations during lockdown, has issued Triple Lock Guidelines to help safeguard patients in these challenging times. However it has been extremely concerned to find that some cosmetic surgery clinics are not following safety guidelines.

In a recent survey of twenty non-BAAPS cosmetic clinics, 75 per cent didn’t insist on a face-to-face consult with the usually mandatory “cooling off “period.

On top of that, 85 per cent did not insist on any “cooling off” period at all, despite this being a mandatory requirement of good medical practice by the General Medical Council.

More worryingly, some clinics even admitted that no face to face was required with a surgeon before cosmetic surgery took place.

The association is pleading with the public not to fall for dodgy tactics and money-off deals, as they do not give them the required period of at least 14 days between an in clinic (or online) consultation and the procedure being done.

Mary O’Brien, the BAAPS president, says: “the reality of surgery and aftercare that should not be lost in a virtual world. It’s about delivering real care to real people to improve psychological and physical wellbeing. Surgery is not a pandemic pick me up.”