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Anti-aging trends in Australia have changed considerably since the country emerged from the lockdowns associated with the SARS-Cov2 pandemic. People now rely on social media influencers for skin care advice and skin care products, including professional skin care treatments that can be purchased on Internet platforms. The quest for the perfect 'zoom face' led to a 300% rise in cosmetic procedures across Australia in the year to April 2021. People now want to use less products on their skin, while looking healthy and natural (termed 'skin minimalism'). The popularity of retinoid derivatives for preventing wrinkles has been superseded by non-irritating actives like hyaluronic acid (HA) and niacinamide that provide skin barrier protection, skin hydration, plumping and anti-inflammatory effects. Botulinum toxin injections remain the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedure, followed by HA fillers, and biostimulators that promote the synthesis of collagen and give longer lasting but more gradual results than HA fillers. Laser resurfacing is widely used for epidermal resurfacing and skin tightening, as well as non-ablative lasers, intense pulsed light and radiofrequency or ultrasound skin tightening devices. Superficial chemical peels are still popular because they are relatively gentle, inexpensive, and require no downtime, whereas medium-to-deep chemical peels have largely been superseded by laser technology. However, the most efficient approach to prevent skin aging is adopting a healthy lifestyle and taking action against all factors of the skin aging exposome.
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Cosmetic Techniques , Skin Aging , Humans , Australia , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , COVID-19/prevention & control , COVID-19/epidemiology , Hyaluronic Acid/therapeutic use , Dermal Fillers/therapeutic useABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: This study explores the dynamic changes in plastic surgery practices, focusing on the growth rates across different subcategories, particularly highlighting the trends in the United States. OBJECTIVES: To analyze evolving trends in plastic surgery using statistical methods, providing insights into the changes and growth patterns in various segments over time. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Utilizing data from 2005 to 2019 from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the authors, conducted a comprehensive statistical analysis using the SPSS program to investigate trends in plastic surgery procedures. RESULTS: Our analysis revealed no significant differences in year-on-year growth rates between cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. However, in reconstructive surgery subcategories, maxillofacial surgery showed the highest mean growth rate at 11.61%, though this was not statistically significant. In cosmetic minimally invasive procedures, soft tissue filler injections and botulinum toxin A injections experienced notably higher growth trends compared with microdermabrasion. CONCLUSION: The findings suggest that practitioners considering a career in plastic surgery should not focus solely on choosing between reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. Recognizing substantial growth in cosmetic minimally invasive procedures, especially botulinum toxin A injections and fillers, is vital for making informed career decisions.
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Cosmetic Techniques , Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures , Plastic Surgery Procedures , Surgery, Plastic , Humans , United States , Plastic Surgery Procedures/trends , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures/trends , Surgery, Plastic/trends , Dermal Fillers/administration & dosage , Botulinum Toxins, Type A/administration & dosage , Practice Patterns, Physicians'/trends , Societies, MedicalSubject(s)
COVID-19/prevention & control , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Eye/anatomy & histology , Masks/standards , Patient Acceptance of Health Care/statistics & numerical data , Botulinum Toxins/administration & dosage , COVID-19/epidemiology , COVID-19/transmission , Communicable Disease Control/standards , Cosmetic Techniques/statistics & numerical data , Dermal Fillers/administration & dosage , Esthetics , Female , Humans , Male , Pandemics/prevention & control , RejuvenationABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the delivery of medical and surgical services globally. Subsequently, all elective and aesthetic procedures have been cancelled or deferred in accordance with government-mandated quarantine measures. The Cosmetic Surgery Governance Forum (CSGF) is a network of aesthetic plastic surgery consultants which has enabled a sharing of expertise during challenging times. We conducted a cross-sectional survey to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on aesthetic plastic surgeons and their practice in the UK. METHODS: On 15 June 2020, 131 respondents from the CSGF and wider aesthetic plastic surgeons in the UK were invited to respond to an online survey. An anonymised questionnaire was created using SmartSurveyTM and distributed at the end of the quarantine period. Questions regarding their current scope of practice, willingness to recommence face-to-face consultations, financial loss and psychological impact were asked. RESULTS: A total of 101 Consultant Plastic surgeons (76%) completed the questionnaire. If strict protocols and adequate personal protective equipment were available, 50-55% of respondents would consider offering non-surgical treatments as soon as the private clinic was open. Furthermore, 51% would consider procedures under general anaesthetic, whilst 89% of respondents would offer local anaesthetic only in the initial phase. Moreover, 66% reported experiencing a psychological impact and 100% of respondents reported a significant financial impact. CONCLUSIONS: This survey aims to give an account of the current state (May-July 2020) of aesthetic plastic surgery in the UK. There is ongoing uncertainty and deliberation regarding the timing and organisational changes required for aesthetic practice to restart.
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Attitude of Health Personnel , COVID-19/prevention & control , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Practice Patterns, Physicians'/trends , Surgeons/trends , COVID-19/economics , Cosmetic Techniques/economics , Cross-Sectional Studies , Health Policy , Humans , Infection Control/methods , Infection Control/trends , Practice Patterns, Physicians'/economics , Quarantine , Surgeons/economics , Surgeons/psychology , Surveys and Questionnaires , United KingdomSubject(s)
Asian People , Cosmetic Techniques/ethics , Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander , Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures/ethics , Surgery, Plastic/ethics , Blepharoplasty/ethics , Blepharoplasty/trends , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Esthetics , Female , Humans , Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures/trends , Stereotyping , Surgery, Plastic/trendsSubject(s)
Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Nurse Practitioners/organization & administration , Physician Assistants/organization & administration , Professional Role , Surgery, Plastic/trends , Cosmetic Techniques/economics , Cosmetic Techniques/statistics & numerical data , Esthetics , Humans , Medicare/economics , Nurse Practitioners/statistics & numerical data , Nurse Practitioners/trends , Physician Assistants/statistics & numerical data , Physician Assistants/trends , Surgery, Plastic/economics , Surgery, Plastic/organization & administration , Surgery, Plastic/statistics & numerical data , United StatesSubject(s)
Beauty Culture/trends , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Dermatology/trends , Information Seeking Behavior , Beauty Culture/statistics & numerical data , Cosmetic Techniques/statistics & numerical data , Dermatology/statistics & numerical data , Geography , Humans , United States , Web Browser/statistics & numerical dataABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Port-wine stain (PWS) is a congenital vascular malformation affecting 0.3–0.5% of normal population. These characteristic lesions arise due to the interplay of vascular, neural, and genetic factors. Treatment options include lasers, cosmetic tattooing, electrotherapy, cryosurgery, derma-abrasion, and skin grafting; however, none of these treatment alternatives appears to be satisfactory and is unable to provide consistent, satisfactory responses or even complete cures. Currently, laser is the treatment of choice, as it is comparatively safe and more effective than other procedures. The most commonly used modality is pulsed dye laser (PDL). The literature research includes peer-reviewed articles (clinical trials or scientific reviews). Studies were identified by searching electronic databases (MEDLINE and PubMed) to January 2020 and reference lists of respective articles. Only articles published in English language were included. J Drugs Dermatol. 20(5): doi:10.36849/JDD.5005.
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Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Dermatology/methods , Lasers, Dye/therapeutic use , Port-Wine Stain/therapy , Administration, Cutaneous , Angiogenesis Inhibitors/administration & dosage , Clinical Trials as Topic , Combined Modality Therapy/methods , Cosmetic Techniques/instrumentation , Cosmetics/administration & dosage , Cryosurgery/methods , Cryosurgery/trends , Dermabrasion/methods , Dermabrasion/trends , Dermatology/trends , Electric Stimulation Therapy/methods , Electric Stimulation Therapy/trends , Emollients/administration & dosage , Humans , Patient Satisfaction , Port-Wine Stain/psychology , Quality of Life , Skin/drug effects , Skin/radiation effects , Tattooing/trends , Treatment OutcomeABSTRACT
Probiotics, defined as "live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host," are becoming increasingly popular and marketable. However, too many of the products currently labelled as probiotics fail to comply with the defining characteristics. In recent years, the cosmetic industry has increased the number of products classified as probiotics. While there are several potential applications for probiotics in personal care products, specifically for oral, skin, and intimate care, proper regulation of the labelling and marketing standards is still required to guarantee that consumers are indeed purchasing a probiotic product. This review explores the current market, regulatory aspects, and potential applications of probiotics in the personal care industry.
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Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Cosmetics/therapeutic use , Probiotics/therapeutic use , Cosmetics/economics , Humans , Industry/economics , Probiotics/economicsSubject(s)
Botulinum Toxins, Type A/administration & dosage , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Neuromuscular Agents/administration & dosage , Adult , Age Factors , Botulinum Toxins, Type A/standards , Clinical Trials, Phase III as Topic , Cosmetic Techniques/standards , Cosmetic Techniques/statistics & numerical data , Dose-Response Relationship, Drug , Esthetics , Face , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Neuromuscular Agents/standards , Patient Satisfaction , Rejuvenation , Retrospective Studies , Treatment OutcomeSubject(s)
Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Plastic Surgery Procedures/education , Surgeons/education , Surgery, Plastic/education , Cosmetic Techniques/history , History, 20th Century , History, 21st Century , Humans , Publishing/history , Plastic Surgery Procedures/history , Plastic Surgery Procedures/trends , Surgeons/trends , Surgery, Plastic/history , Surgery, Plastic/trendsSubject(s)
Cosmetic Techniques , Health Services Accessibility/trends , Health Services Needs and Demand/trends , Hyaluronoglucosaminidase/supply & distribution , Hyaluronoglucosaminidase/therapeutic use , Plastic Surgery Procedures , Adjuvants, Pharmaceutic/therapeutic use , Anesthesia, Local/methods , Cosmetic Techniques/adverse effects , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Dermal Fillers/adverse effects , Extravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Materials/drug therapy , Humans , Hyaluronic Acid/adverse effects , Plastic Surgery Procedures/adverse effects , Plastic Surgery Procedures/methods , Plastic Surgery Procedures/trends , United KingdomSubject(s)
Body Modification, Non-Therapeutic/history , Cosmetic Techniques/history , Ear, External , Body Modification, Non-Therapeutic/trends , Body Piercing/history , Body Piercing/trends , Cosmetic Techniques/trends , Female , History, 20th Century , History, 21st Century , History, Ancient , Humans , Male , SkinABSTRACT
Clinical characteristics of skin exposed to ultraviolet and infrared radiation include dryness, dyschromia, laxity, roughness, sallowness, scaling, telangiectasia, and wrinkles. Fractional photothermolysis promotes skin remodeling by formation of new dermal collagen. The nonablative fractional diode laser (NFDL) system employs fractional photothermolysis to rejuvenate the skin, using 2 distinct handpieces for wavelengths of 1440 nm and 1927 nm. Fractional photothermolysis from nonablative fractional diode lasers facilitates delivery of small molecular-weight compounds, such as L-ascorbic acid, through the skin without compromising barrier function of the stratum corneum. Both handpieces of the NFDL system are effective for rejuvenation of photodamaged facial skin, providing clinical improvement in skin tone, skin texture, fine lines, and dyschromia and reducing the number of detectable skin pores. Application of the 1927 nm wavelength handpiece has shown clinical improvement of hyperpigmentation, melasma, and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation, which have been challenging to treat effectively with other laser devices. With a target chromophore of water, the infrared energy of the 1440 nm and 1927 nm NFDL system is appropriate for skin rejuvenation and treatment of dyschromia in skin of color, with a reduced risk of the adverse events observed with other nonablative and ablative fractional lasers. Clinical data have demonstrated that both the 1440 nm and 1927 nm wavelengths are effective, with high levels of patient satisfaction, transient side effects, and minimal patient downtime.