FDA approves varicose vein treatment

By Rosie Wilson VenaSeal, a closure system for the permanent treatment for varicose veins, has been approved by the FDA. The product, which has been...

Actavis’ acquisition of Allergan cleared by European Commission

By Rosie Wilson Global healthcare company Allergan have announced that the pending acquisition of the company by pharmaceutical brand Actavis has today been cleared by...

ResurFX To Launch at PHI Clinic

Words: Laura Casewell Lumenis has announced the much anticipated launch event for the ResurFX laser system. Taking place at 1pm on March 19th at the prestigious...

Thread Lifts at 30: Rise in Non-Surgical Alternative to Traditional Facelifts

By Laura Casewell According to cosmetic experts, the days of the traditional facelift are numbered thanks to the arrival of the thread lift; a new...

Nancy Sorrell announced as the new face of Ellansé

By Rosie Wilson Model, actress and TV presenter Nancy Sorrell has been announced as the new brand ambassador for Ellansé, a long-lasting dermal filler that...

Top international cosmetic surgeons to appear at Face Eyes & Nose Congress

By Rosie Wilson One of the UK’s top plastic surgery courses, Face Eyes & Nose Congress (FEN) has attracted some of the world’s leading cosmetic...

Study shows Polycaprolacton-based fillers induce neo-collagenesis

By Rosie Wilson Biodegradable collagen-stimulating dermal fillers, like Ellansé from Sinclair IS, have been found to induce neo-collagenesis, according to a recent study. The research,...

New Vanquish applicator developed to treat thighs

By Rosie Wilson BTL, the company behind the contactless body contouring treatment Vanquish, is enjoying a positive reception for the Flex applicator, an add-on for...

New research suggests patients may not benefit from sedatives

By Rosie Wilson A study conducted into the necessity and safety of the use of sedatives prior to surgery has shown that using sedatives may...

‘Lunch hour facelift’ condemned by Harley Street doctor

By Rosie Wilson Dr. Gabriela Mercik, a leading cosmetic doctor on Harley Street, has publicly condemned the promotion of the ‘lunch hour’ facelift, labelling it...