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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.

According to a cosmetic doctor patients are shunning surgical nose reshaping procedures in favour of a 15-minute liquid nose job.

Dr Naomi McCullum, founder of The Manse Clinic, says she’s seen a steep rise in enquiries and credits the procedure’s popular with the ability to “fix a flaw so quickly”.

She said: The treatment involves injecting filler into the nose to change its shape and costs around a tenth of the price of a full-blown rhinoplasty.

“It can be much more precise than a surgical rhinoplasty and is often used to improve defects after surgical rhinoplasty.

“It’s a different world to 10 years ago for the injectable industry because of social media.”

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An online pharmacy has called for an urgent review on how cosmetic injectables are supplied to healthcare professionals – and in turn often vulnerable patients.

Regulation has not been achieved despite BAAPS efforts to regulate an industry often refereed to as ‘the Wild West’.

Springpharm, a UK based online pharmacy for healthcare professionals is championing a new way to regulate the industry – not by individual practitioners, but to (controversially) blow the lid on the supply chain servicing it. 

Andrew Burr from Springpharm says there are 5 core areas that need addressing:

1.    Unqualified users

2.    Remote prescribing

3.    Cross contamination

4.    Parallel imports (storage and efficacy of products) and fake products

5.    Mislicenced products

Andrew believes addressing these five things can bring about safety for consumers undergoing cosmetic skin rejuvenation treatments, who are often being mistreated and misinformed

So what next? 

Andrew says: “If we continue as an industry to ignore the elephant in the room we are effectively complicit in the next PIP style scandal. As history teaches us, healthcare professionals will not be held accountable – but ignorance is not an excuse. 

“At Springpharm we have had enough and believe it’s time for a change. This new year we want new regulations to protect patients, but we want patients to protect themselves too by demanding change.”

In order to lead the injectables industry in changing its fundamental offerings, Springpharm has implemented measures for transparency:

– They have a two-tier prescription process in place to eliminate forged prescriptions for multiple use; this stops things like Botox parties in kitchens by removing the ability to use a prescription numerous times

– They only sell products to registered healthcare professionals

– The prescriptions are named for the patients specifically, not the doctor/nurse

So what can patients do to make themselves safer? Andrew suggestions they take the following steps:

– Firstly choose a reputable expert that’s regulated by an official body. Ask to see qualifications. 

– Make sure your products has your name on the box; ask to see the label before treatment

– Check the intended use/licence for the specific product you’re offered; not all injectables can be used all over the face, as example.

– Ask where the product originated from