Licensing Regime for Non-Surgical Treatments by July 2023
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Licensing Regime for Non-Surgical Treatments by July 2023

The UK government have responded to the Department of Health and Social and Care Committee (HSCC) 2022 report on the impact of body image on mental and physical health. Alongside the report they have announced details of its aesthetics licensing plan including delivery will be released by July 2023.

In section 5 of the report, it starts to explore the use of non-surgical cosmetic procedures for those suffering with negative body image from mental and physical health. Sharing statistics such as:

  • 8% of adults (4% of men and 13% of women) had considered cosmetic procedures
  • 36% of young people agreed they would do ‘whatever it took’ to look good, with 10% saying they had considered cosmetic procedures
  • 5% and 15% of patients who present for cosmetic procedures meet the diagnostic criteria for BDD

These findings point towards the aesthetic industry and what we are doing to ensure patients are not taken advantage of and only treated when practitioners are happy they meet the suitable criteria to undergo such procedures, mentally and physically.

The JCCP shared their statistics, which highlights how important it is for proper procedures and guidelines to be put in place to ensure patient safety:

  • 22% did not have any pre-treatment consultation
  • 70% had a consultation that lasted less than 20 minutes
  • Almost one in four were not asked anything about their previous medical history during their consultation
  • Almost four out of five patients were not asked anything about body image orpsychological/emotional challenges

A future regulatory regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures

The following statements were documented in response to future regulatory for the industry:

The dangers posed by non-surgical cosmetic procedures in vulnerable groups have been evident throughout the inquiry. The new licensing regime provides an opportunity to ensure that anyone planning to undertake a non-surgical cosmetic procedure has the time and space to consider their decision and weigh up the risks and benefits. It is clear this is not currently the case for everyone in that position.

We recommend that the new licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures includes a commitment to a two-part consent process for anyone considering having a non-surgical cosmetic procedure, including, at a minimum, a full medical and mental health history, as well as a mandatory 48-hour cooling off period between the consent process and undergoing the procedure. We further believe that information provided to patients or clients who are considering any treatments should always be provided with information in an accessible format to ensure they are able to make an informed choice about their proposed treatment.

Premises regulation 

The guidelines of regulations are looking at the premises which treatments are being carried out in alongside practitioner safety, the following was commented:

There should be specific premises standards for all beauty salons and non-CQC registered premises providing non-surgical cosmetic procedures. Local Authority Enforcement Officers should be given extended powers to enforce compliance with a nationally agreed set of premises standards.

Education and training for practitioners

In the UK there is no enforcement in place to ensure practitioners undergo adequate training of aesthetic treatments before injecting the public. This includes no training standards set. At present, anyone can administer non-surgical treatments, and anyone can train them, regardless of medical and educational background. It has been called upon for qualifications and training framework to be provided to ensure a high quality of training for those in the industry.

Professor Sines shared the belief that any future education and training framework must include mandatory mental health screening. He stated:
“With education and training being set as a new standard, which of course is the spirit of the licence, within that, the curriculum would require that any person who demonstrates the proficiency to achieve that education and training standard should and will be trained in psychological and emotional screening, pre-consultation.”

We are convinced that there is a need for a minimum standard to be met in regard to the education and training of practitioners who perform non-surgical cosmetic procedures. It is essential to ensure patient safety, and thus should be a central pillar of a future licensing regime. The Professional Standards Authority should be given the power to oversee a register of approved training providers. All training providers should have to meet an Ofqual-regulated standard.

Dermal Filler Remains Non-Prescription 

Botulinum toxin, more popularly known as Botox, is at least a prescription-only medicine, meaning it has to be prescribed before it can be used on a patient. Professor Sines explained that dermal fillers, on the other hand, are not prescription-only medicines and are treated as medical devices. He explained that if they were to be treated as prescription-only devices, then “there would be a requirement for oversight from prescribers, which would certainly provide greater protection for the public.”

We recommend that the Department review the licencing of dermal fillers to be prescription-only substances, in line with Botox, in order to provide more protection for people undertaking procedures involving dermal fillers.

 

As always, we are here to help and support you, we will continue to provide the latest updates regarding upcoming licensing. As a company we stand by the current proposal and are looking for a safer future within aesthetics. If you would like any support or information regarding our courses, please contact us on: 01844 390110 / [email protected].

 

You can find the latest updates in the Government Guidelines Knowledge Hub.

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UK Government Committed to Licensing of Aesthetics Industry
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UK Government Committed to Licensing of Aesthetics Industry

In January 2023, it has been confirmed that the UK government will go ahead with their commitment on licensing the non-surgical aesthetics sector in England.

This has come as a massive breakthrough for the industry and those who have campaigned to have such licensing in place.

Detailed in a press release by the JCCP (Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners) they explain, “The JCCP, British Beauty Council, and the Chartered Institute for Environmental Health (CIEH) have received assurance from the UK Government that it’s committed to the licensing of the non-surgical aesthetics sector in England. After submitting a joint letter on behalf of the aesthetics industry to the Department of Health and Social Care, the industry bodies received a response outlining how the department is designing and implementing a new system of licensing for the non-surgical cosmetic industry. This comes after the Government made its initial commitment in March 2022 to bring forward future regulation to protect patient safety by making it an offence for someone to perform these cosmetic procedures without a licence.”

In response to their letter, Maria Caulifield, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Mental Health and Women’s Health Strategy, stated “departmental officials will work as quickly as possible to introduce the licensing scheme and will consider all the important areas.”

Seen as an aftermath from ITV’s expose on the industry and its challenges in regulation aired in January 2023.

Key Priorities Set for Licensing Aesthetics Industry

There have been some key priorities set for the Government to action as it approaches the licensing of the aesthetics industry, these are as follows:

  1. The design and implementation of a national licensing scheme for all premises where licenced procedures are conducted as well as practitioners of non-surgical cosmetic procedures to ensure that all those who practise invasive procedures are competent and safe for members of the public (as proposed in Paragraph/Clause 180 of the Health and Care Act, 2022).
  2. A requirement for all practitioners to hold adequate medical insurance in order to provide non-surgical cosmetic procedures.
  3. The development of official guidance on the training and qualification expectations for all practitioners, including knowledge and application of infection controls and first aid training.
  4. The development of a system for the effective recording of adverse incidents and public awareness raising to ensure that all cases that go wrong can be tracked and improvements to safety made as a result. Members of the public need better tools and knowledge in order to protect themselves.

Agreeing on these terms, Maria Caulifield also commented “We know this is a fast-moving sector, and officials will consider how best to future-proof the regulations so that new and emerging treatments are captured by the scheme.”

We await to hear the outlined timetable from the UK government for the implementation of the new licensing scheme, this is anticipated within the next few weeks.

Cosmetic Courses Values 

Since we set out training in 2002, we have only trained medical professionals in injectables and have stuck by this through our 21 years of training since. Led by Consultant Plastic Surgeon Mr Adrian Richards, our faculty and support teams are passionate about safety within aesthetics, and we do our utmost to ensure we produce confident and safe injectors.

Both Mr Richards and our Managing Director Jim Savin are vocal members on the JCCP board in advocating for a safer, regulated future in aesthetics.

Our Level 7 Diploma was created inline with the JCCP guidelines and has three pathways to complete, those who have succesfully undergone Level 7 training will be added to the JCCP register, confirming their high standard of learning and regulation.

If you would like to find out more about our training courses and our Level 7 Diploma please contact us on 01844 390110 / [email protected].

 

You can find the latest updates in the Government Guidelines Knowledge Hub.

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HArmonyCa Treatment - A brand new hybrid injectable Article
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HArmonyCa Treatment – A brand new hybrid injectable

We are delighted to introduce HArmonyCa, Allergan Aesthetics’s first dual-effect product as a new treatment. The HArmonyCa treatment combines two active ingredients, Hyaluronic Acid (HA) and Calcium Hydroxyapatite (CaHA) in one injection to support the lower face area. This dual-effect hybrid injectable provides an immediate lift from Hyaluronic Acid, a natural substance found within us which causes us to look plump and youthful when we are young. The Calcium Hydroxyapatite provides a sustained lifting effect from the gradual collagen stimulation and therefore has longer-lasting results.

The HAmonyCa treatment is injected into the mid and lower face (cheek and jaw). Categorised as a biostimulator, it is formulated for facial soft tissue augmentation via injection into deep dermal and sub-dermal layers of the skin with the intention to provide an immediate lifting effect combined with a sustained lifting effect whilst helping to stimulate collagen. As we age, our body starts producing less collagen which reduces the volume behind our skin. Re-introducing the Hyaluronic Acid and Calcium Hydroxyapatite using the hybrid injectable HArmonyCa treatment can help you boost and support the body’s collagen production whilst improving your skin architecture, enhancing and sculpting the face. This treatment also improves the texture of the skin.

Some precautions to follow with the HAmonyCa treatment would be:

  • Need to leave 4 weeks pre or post HArmonyCA for any other Aesthetic Treatments
  • More invasive treatments such as RF/Morpheus would need to wait 6 months
  • No other Biostimulators (Ellanse Radiesse, Sculptra) for 12 months
  • Cannot have Threads before or after for 12 months

Following the procedure, there may be some slight tenderness and very occasionally there may be some bruising at the injection site, however these symptoms will dissipate quickly. You may experience swelling for a short period of time after the procedure. We recommend that any vigorous activity or exercise is avoided for the first 24-48 hours following the procedure. Results will be seen immediately post-treatment with a lift although the stimulating results will be seen from approximately 3 months after treatment. These results can last until approximately 12-18 months because of the gradual collagen stimulation. This is a great treatment if you are looking to combat the signs of loss of volume or poor soft-tissue structural support through ageing.

 

 

Find out more about the HArmonyCa treatment for aesthetic models by clicking here. If you’re a medical professional (doctor, dentist or nurse) that is looking for aesthetic training in this treatment please contact us by clicking here.

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aesthetic awards 2023 finalist
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Finalist: Aesthetic Awards, Best Independent Training Provider 2023

We are delighted to announce that we are a finalist at the Aesthetic Awards 2023 for “Best Independent Training Provider” – you can vote for us here!

This Award will be presented to the independent training provider whose training programme is considered to have advanced the education of medical aesthetic professionals most effectively during the last 12 months. Judges will look for engaging methods of delivery, a high-quality, generic programme, a continuous development strategy and achievement of measurable outcomes.

The Winner will be selected from the Finalists using a combination of Aesthetics journal reader votes and judges’ scores. Voting will constitute a 20% share of the final score.

What are the Aesthetic Awards 2023?

The Aesthetics Awards is the most prestigious and longest-standing awards ceremony in the UK medical aesthetics specialty. With more than 400 entries and 900 guests, the ceremony brings together the very best in aesthetic medicine and is open to those new and established. Their ethos is to endorse excellence in the medical aesthetic specialty, continually striving to improve best practice, safety, regulation, and recognise product innovations.

Becoming a finalist

The Aesthetics Awards has a comprehensive entry process, and a set of questions must be answered and completed to be in with a chance of becoming a Finalist. After the entry closing date of September 30, 2022, a list of Finalists will be selected in each category, which will be published in the Aesthetics journal and on the Aesthetics Awards website. An expert panel of more than 80 judges appointed by Aesthetics will consider the entry forms submitted by Finalists to score a Winner – to view the judges click here. Some categories will also have a voting element, which will make up a percentage of the final score but will not constitute the majority, our category has this.

The Aesthetic Awards 2023 Ceremony

With more than 900 guests expected to be in attendance, we are delighted to host the Aesthetics Awards ceremony at the glamorous Grosvenor House in central London. It will be a huge celebration of our industry in the breath-taking chandelier-lit ballroom. You can buy tickets to attend the awards here. Not only is it a fabulous night out but also a great opportunity to network with fellow professionals in the industry. Our team will be there, so make sure you come and say hello!

Click here to vote for us – thank you!

 

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Social Media Clinic Growth Article
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How to use social media to grow your clinic

If you are a medical professional who is looking to grow your clinic or personal brand, social media is a great way of achieving this. We will explore the ways in which you can use social media to grow your clinic.

Content is so important when it comes to social media. You should be posting inspirational content that your followers and target audience can engage with. This could be posting images of real-world results, before and after treatment images and videos or blog posts. Think outside the box when it comes to content. You don’t know how it will do if you never post it. If your clinic has a blog, make sure you are posting frequently. In terms of blog content you should post, this can be anything from relevant treatments for your patients to specific industry news to attract people’s attention.

Make your social media posts personal

Your social media posts should be personal. That means you should use your brand voice and try to give a more personal feel by using the name of your company or clinic. You can also incorporate your branding, logo and colour scheme into each post. More importantly, your posts should be directed at an audience and should be authentic. Your audience is more likely to resonate with your content this way.

Make sure your content is eye catching

People scroll through social media quickly so it is important to capture their attention. It is important to have photos that are high quality, clear and easy to see. When posting photos on social media platforms you should be using the ideal size image for that platform. This will help your content with the platform algorithms. You should also be using all of the features of the dedicated social media platforms you are using. For example, Instagram has stories, reels and products that you can utilise for your business.

Taking good photos is an art form in itself so consider hiring someone who has experience with this or take some photography classes yourself! Try using different angles and perspective when taking your photos and videos – this will help make them look more interesting! You can also try adding filters to make your images pop! Use eye catching titles for your posts. This will encourage others to click through and read about what you’re sharing so they know exactly what it’s about. When you do this you do not want to be misleading your audience as this will impact you negatively.

Use a call to action in your content

Add a call to action (CTA) button to your Facebook page – Instagram is good for posting real world results but Facebook is great for converting potential customers into paying customers! CTAs are buttons that direct users to a specific page on your site, usually one where they can purchase products or services. They’re an easy way for you to convert viewers into paying customers! If you have a Facebook page, make sure it includes a CTA button that links back to your website’s homepage. This way, anyone who clicks the button will be directed straight there and ready to start shopping as soon as they arrive at your site.

Target your posts through ads

Use targeted ads or boosted posts – With targeted ads you can target the right demographic, people who may be interested in the treatments you offer and are within a close proximity of the clinic. With Facebook’s ad platform, you can target people based on their age, gender, interests and location. You can also target people who have visited your website or blog. The more specific your targeting is to what you have to offer then more likely it will convert into a visit from someone looking for your services.

Create content regularly

You should be creating new content on a regular basis. Although you may not see results overnight, by posting on a regular basis you will see your following grow. This organic growth is so important as it provides you with a community. To be successful with social media, you need to post regularly and be consistent. If you’re not consistent with your posts, people won’t know when and how often they should expect updates from you.

Social media to grow your clinic

Social media is a great tool for brand awareness. This can be used to reach new customers and promote your clinic, as well as educate people about the treatments you offer. It’s important to use social media in a way that makes sense for your business. For example, if you’re running a clinic, posting pictures of cute dogs or telling jokes might not be the best idea for reaching new patients; instead, sharing articles about industry news, updates and tips (or any other relevant content) would be more appropriate.

We hope you have found this article helpful and informative. Social media has been proven to be one of the best ways to grow your business and we have seen some incredible results in the aesthetic industry from social media. For more information on business and marketing, view our Aesthetic Knowledge Hub for more information and delegates frequently asked questions all around business and marketing in the aesthetic industry. If you have any questions or are looking for more information on how to grow your clinic’s social media presence then please contact us today and our team can help.

 

Aesthetics Knowledge Hub - Mobile

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JCCP Dec Update
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JCCP Updated Premises Guidance

The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners otherwise known as the JCCP, are a ‘not for profit’ organisation that was made to bring ‘self-regulation’ to the non-surgical aesthetic sector within the UK. Due to the significant rise in the number and type of non-surgical aesthetic procedures performed in the UK, the JCCP are the body ensuring quality and safety within the aesthetics industry.

The JCCP have released three new documents providing updated guidance surrounding the following areas:

Premises Standards

Good Practice Guide for Education and Training Courses

Simplified application form for Training and Education providers who wish to be approved by the JCCP.

Updated Premises Standards

The JCCP has worked with multiple stakeholders to update and revise the previous JCCP Premises Standards in preparation for the proposed licencing scheme for non-surgical cosmetics in England. The JCCP has worked alongside key clinicians and members of the JCCP Clinical Advisory Group to produce these guidelines which are also aligned to advice provided by the Chartered Institute for Environmental Health. The new Premises Standards may be viewed at: https://www.jccp.org.uk/Home/AgentResource?id=6&type=3

Education and Training standards

The JCCP continues to campaign for the implementation of a national register of approved qualifications and of approved education and training providers and believes that the PSA (The Professional Standards Authority) should be given extended powers to oversee registers of approved education and training providers and qualifications in the sector in addition to their current statutory function of overseeing practitioner registers. We are also calling upon Ofqual to be requested to ensure they only approve qualifications that meet the new Government standard for education and training for the aesthetics sector.

The JCCP’s Education and Training Committee is aware that there is considerable variation in the approach that the cosmetic industry education and training providers take to promoting courses and the type of courses they offer students. The JCCP has therefore recently produced a ‘good practice’ guide to support education and training providers in the industry and those members of the aesthetic practitioner who seek to further develop their knowledge and skills and competencies.

The JCCP has developed this guide with the full knowledge that the Department of Health and Social Care is yet to determine whether a national mandated standard for education and training should be introduced in England for those practitioners who provide the more invasive nonsurgical cosmetic procedures.

The report on the impact of body image (July, 2021) on mental and physical health recommends that there is a need for a minimum standard to be met in regard to the education and training of practitioners who perform non-surgical cosmetic procedures. It is essential to ensure patient safety, and thus should be a central pillar of a future licensing regime. This recommendation correlates and affirms recommendations of a similar nature made by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing (2021) and also resonates with the principles contained in the Health and Care Act (2022) that relate to the design and implementation of a licensing scheme for the aesthetic sector in England.

This good practice guide in part supports achieving minimum standards in education and training for providers, and furthermore the competence of individuals thereof, and sets out the JCCP’s expectations regarding ethical and accurate advertising of training courses in the sector. The guide also differentiates between pre-qualifying training courses (designed for practitioners to acquire the requisite knowledge and practice competencies to perform non-surgical procedures both safely and effectively) and short courses and CPPD courses.

Application Form for JCCP Approved Education and Training Provider Status.

The final point of the JCCP updated guidance is the JCCP Education and Training Committee have reviewed and revised the JCCP Application Form for Approved Education and Training Providers.

You can find out more information on the following JCCP updated guidance areas and access the links to each document by clicking here.

As a JCCP Approved Education and Training Provider we were featured in the newsletter section around the Fast Track Assessment Centre.

JCCP Fast Track Assessment Centre

In order to ensure that those operating in the industry are more accountable to members of the public with regards their ‘fitness to practice’ the JCCP has agreed that their registered healthcare practitioners should be able to evidence their compliance with the JCCP and CPSA published standards for practice, either by undertaking a JCCP approved qualification or by attending a JCCP approved Fast Track Assessment Centre (FTA).

The JCCP agreed last year that practitioners can apply to register with Learna’s new JCCP Fast Track Assessment (FTA) which has been specifically designed for aesthetic practitioners who are seeking to register with the JCCP. The new fast track assessment centre has been developed by online learning specialists, Learna, in collaboration with the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), and will streamline the qualifications process, enabling more cosmetic practitioners to be eligible to join the JCCP Government PSA approved register. Harley Academy and Cosmetic Courses have also been approved this year to work in association with Learna to offer JCCP Fast Track Assessment Centres. The JCCP Fast Track Assessment Centre offers practitioners an alternative to more costly and time-consuming qualifications and is the only fast track assessment course of its kind on the market that is recognised by the JCCP, resulting in the award of a formally recognised equivalent verification standard that provides unconditional access to Part One of the PSA approved JCCP Practitioner Register. Details of the JCCP/Learna Fast Track Assessment Centre process and application details may be accessed via the following link.

 

You can find the latest updates in the Government Guidelines Knowledge Hub.

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JCCP Update September 2022 - Fast Track Level 7 Diploma
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JCCP Update September 2022 – Fast Track Level 7 Diploma

JCCP Update September 2022

This month the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners otherwise known as the JCCP released their update for the month of September. They are a ‘not for profit’ organisation that was made to bring ‘self-regulation’ to the non-surgical aesthetic sector within the UK. They are the body that registers practitioners, approved education, and training providers with a strong focus on patient safety.

The update was mainly focused on The Health and Care Act – 2022. This act came into force on the 1st of July, 2022 and will have a huge impact across the NHS in England. The Act introduces a new licensing system for practitioners that undertake non-surgical cosmetic procedures such as toxins and dermal fillers. It prohibits anyone from performing specified cosmetic treatments unless they have a personal licence. You will also need a premises licence “for the carrying out of specified cosmetic procedures”. This act is in favour of the creation of the establishment of new health and care infrastructure that should be designed to create a safe environment. This will also create more cooperation and collaboration between the NHS, local government, and other partners in the hopes of having a major impact on the aesthetic industry for the better.

Fast Track Level 7 Diploma

In this update, we were mentioned in section four, “JCCP Fast Track Assessment Centre”. We are proud to be one of the first JCCP-approved training centres for injectables, setting the standards for a safer industry. This course is a great alternative for someone who wants to take the educational route in aesthetics but doesn’t have the time to take off from their busy clinic. Currently, the VTCT (ITEC) Level 7 Diploma in Clinical Aesthetic Injectable Treatments Course is the highest formal aesthetic medicine qualification available in the UK and is a well-recognised qualification. You can read the full section below:

In order to ensure that those operating in the industry are more accountable to members of the public with regards their ‘fitness to practice’ the JCCP has agreed that their registered healthcare practitioners should be able to evidence their compliance with the JCCP and CPSA published standards for practice, either by undertaking a JCCP approved qualification or by attending a JCCP approved Fast Track Assessment Centre (FTA).

The JCCP agreed last year that practitioners can apply to register with Learna’s new JCCP Fast Track Assessment (FTA) which has been specifically designed for aesthetic practitioners who are seeking to register with the JCCP. The new fast track assessment centre has been developed by online learning specialists, Learna, in collaboration with the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), and will streamline the qualifications process, enabling more cosmetic practitioners to be eligible to join the JCCP Government PSA approved register. Harley Academy and Cosmetic Courses have also been approved this year to work in association with Learna to offer JCCP Fast Track Assessment Centres.

The JCCP Fast Track Assessment Centre offers practitioners an alternative to more costly and time-consuming qualifications and is the only fast track assessment course of its kind on the market that is recognised by the JCCP, resulting in the award of a formally recognised equivalent verification standard that provides unconditional access to Part One of the PSA approved JCCP Practitioner Register.

What does it involve?

The new FTA results in the award of a formally recognised equivalent verification standard that equates to the JCCP Level 7 education and training standard for the injection of toxins and for the insertion of dermal fillers. The FTA consists of two components; a three-hour theoretical exam with questions testing practitioner knowledge, and a practical examination which tests the individuals’ clinical skills and competence. This contrasts with some of the shortest PgCert courses, which take around 6 months to complete. Details of the JCCP/Learna Fast Track Assessment Centre process and application details may be accessed via the following link.

You can read the full press release here.

Find out more about the JCCP Fast Track Assessment by clicking here.

You can find the latest updates in the Government Guidelines Knowledge Hub.

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Treatments for Patients Going through Menopause

Over the past year Menopause has been lifted out of the shadows and hushed conversations to mainstream media. This coverage has allowed those going through this change to feel supported whilst offering them the necessary help to aid their transition along with working to educate everyone on this important topic.

So what can you do for your patients?

Menopause brings in many changes to a woman’s life which may not only change their appearance physically but can also affect them mentally. As aesthetic practitioners we can help ease this change by providing treatment to rejuvenate and provide positive changes both physically and mentally. Perimenopause and Menopause patients can be affected by the sudden change in their appearance, by using our artistic skill and treatments we can provide an array of options and packages to help address their areas of concern and leave them feeling happy and confident in their looks!

Main menopause symptoms: 

  • Weight gain
  • Mood swings
  • Joint pain
  • Hair thinning
  • Loss of collagen
  • Increase of pigmentation and dry skin

Menopause Treatment: Skin Care

It is no secret that skincare needs to be addressed and altered as we move through our lives and begin the ageing process. Concerns we had in our 20’s may no longer be a worry but new concerns may arise in our 30’s and so on, so by switching up your products and using the help of a skincare specialist you will be getting the best out of your creams. Those going through perimenopause and menopause will notice difference within their skin from laxity to pigmentation. As with all treatments and products there is no one size fits all. By offering your patients skin assessments and skincare advice you will help them in creating a healthy foundation for treatments. In our clinics we stock a wide range of skin care for all conditions, we also offer facial assessments using our VISIA machine. We recommend our delegates look into stocking their own skincare as it is so important your patients are following their own routine so they are getting the best out of all their treatments. If you are not too sure about skincare we offer product training which discusses key ingredients, skin care conditions and how to perform as assessment, find out more here! 

Taking the time to listen to your patient and work with them and their budget to create a skincare bundle to help their skin be its best through this time!

Menopause Treatment: Skin

Offering a course of skin treatments will help target visible ageing. Chemical peels help to address and treat skin conditions such as fine lines. As well as rejuvenating the skin with anti-ageing effects. The skin peel works by penetrating into the epidermis reaching a deeper point than any home skincare products. You can also offer this treatment alongside microdermabrasion or microneedling, coupled together the treatments unblock pores leaving you with immediately clearer and brighter skin.

Microneedling treatment targets fine lines, acne scarring and pigmentation the treatment stimulates natural collagen which refreshes and rejuvenates the appearance of the skin. This natural treatment can be used all over the face, the décolletage and the hands.

CPL treatments will also help stimulate collagen and help to tighten the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and help to combat skin concerns such as pigmentation.

All of the above treatments achieve optimum results by being completed within a course of three, by packaging up these treatments you are helping to encourage repeat business and have your patients get the most out of their treatments!

Menopause Treatment: Injectables 

Anti-wrinkle treatments, the most popular treatment when it comes to anti-ageing, the injections will help to relax the muscles causing wrinkles.

Dermal fillers will add volume into the areas where patients are noticing sagging, such as around the eyes and jawlines.

Skin boosters will add hydration to the patients skin, increasing skin health and achieving a natural glow!

As with all treatments, you will need to invite your patients for a consultation will you will discuss their concerns and use your expert understanding to come up with a treatment plan which combines treatment.

Menopause Treatment: Hair

Another common side effect of perimenopause and menopause is hair thinning, this can be helped by treatments such as PRP and microneedling. Helping to regenerate growth cells and encourage hair growth. Both treatments will need to be performed within a course and you can also look at adding some supplements for hair growth to create a hair growth package for your patients containing treatment and supplements.

The opposite end of hair loss is hair growth, another common side effect. Due to the ever changing oestrogen and testosterone levels, some patients will notice more facial hair, this is when the testosterone is more apparent than the oestrogen, creating hair follicles in places you may not of noticed them before! Laser hair removal is a popular cure for such concerns and can be used across the whole body needing a course of 6-8 treatments per area.

Packages

You know as much as we do that a one off treatment will not solve the concerns your patient may have. They will need a combination of treatments over a time period to achieve best results. Developing your own packages in house for patients going through the menopause or bespoking packages per person will help to bring in new clientele whilst also catering for your existing client base who may not know about all the services you offer. The packages will see a steady income for your company and it will also allow your patients to meet their appearance and skin ideals.

Find out more about training with Cosmetic Courses, the UK’s leading aesthetic training provider for medical professionals! 

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Cosmetic courses at ccr 2022!
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We are at CCR 2022!

We are excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at CCR 2022 at the ExCel in London. Come and find us at stand N71 where our team will be on hand to discuss training options, qualifications and job opportunities with our partners Clinic People. We will also have exclusive event discounts that you will not want to miss out on! 

CCR is held at ExCeL London on the 13th and 14th October 2022

CCR connects the surgical and non-surgical medical aesthetics specialties to not only to learn best practice from world-leading practitioners, but to network and discover the latest clinical advancements. Register free now to not only learn best practice from world-leading practitioners, but perhaps more importantly, to network and share experiences with peers and friends.

Click here to register your place.

Set across 5 conference theatres and with over 120 world-class speakers, you can engage in 16 hours of professional development among peers facing the same challenges to remain up-to-date with best practice.

Aesthetic Medicine Training with Cosmetic Courses

If you would like to find out more about training with us you can talk to the team on 01844 390110 / [email protected] or view all of our courses here. 

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JCCP Press Release
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JCCP Press Release: Health & Social Care Select Committee Report on the Impact of Body Image on Mental and Physical Health

The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners otherwise known as the JCCP, are a ‘not for profit’ organisation that was made to bring ‘self-regulation’ to the non-surgical aesthetic sector within the UK. They are the body that registers practitioners, approved education and training providers with the key remit of ensuring patient safety.

At Cosmetic Courses, we pride ourselves on the standard of the training we deliver and have a passion to make the aesthetics industry a safer place. By raising industry standards, we are helping to shape a safer future within aesthetics. The JCCP has a huge part to play in this with their strong focus on patient safety. They have recently published an important report from the Health and Social Care Select Committee, Departmental Select Committee of the British House of Commons. This report was on the Impact of Body Image on Mental and Physical Health. “The JCCP gave written and oral evidence to the Committee in June and called for a range of specific public protection measures to be put in place as soon as possible within the context of the Government’s new proposed licensing system for non-surgical treatments in England.”

The press release published by the JCCP states:

The report advises that ‘The Government must speed up the introduction of a promised licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures to prevent vulnerable people being exploited. The Impact of body image on mental and physical health report identifies a rise in body image dissatisfaction as the driver behind a new market that to date has remained largely unregulated. The dangers posed by non-surgical cosmetic procedures in vulnerable groups were evident throughout the inquiry say MPs’.

The Inquiry Team noted that ‘The Government has new powers to introduce a licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures however a consultation on what that regime should look like is still awaited. Legislation should require online commercial content to carry a logo to identify body images that have been digitally altered while the Government is urged to work with the industry and the ASA to discourage advertisers and influencers from doctoring their images’.

Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt – The Health and Social Care Committee Chair said,

“The government must act urgently to end the situation where anyone can carry out non-surgical cosmetic procedures, regardless of training or qualifications. We heard of some distressing experiences – a conveyor belt approach with procedures carried out with no questions asked, procedures that have gone wrong, the use of filthy premises”.

“It was clear throughout our inquiry that some groups are particularly vulnerable to exploitation in this growing market that has gone largely unregulated. We need a timetable now for a licensing regime with patient safety at its centre to reduce those risks. We hope that ministers will listen to our recommendations and set about creating the safety standards that anyone seeking treatment has a right to expect.”

Prof. David Sines CBE – Chair of the JCCP said,

“We are delighted that the key issues raised in our representation to the Select Committee have been supported by Jeremy Hunt and his colleagues. We very much look forward to continuing our engagement with the Government and health care regulators during the forthcoming months to realise the key objective of embedding patient safety and public protection for members of the public who elect to engage with nonsurgical procedures within the context of national enforceable legislation”

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