A particular challenge in clinical trials is recruiting potential participants. According to author Cher Zavala, there is a clear need to improve study recruitment rates — and the best way to do this is to use a multifaceted approach.
Data presented at the Science of Skin Summit indicate topical regimens and treatments yield visible improvements in laxity, crepiness, and perceived age among individuals taking GLP-1 therapies.
Plastic surgeons Rozbeh and Radbeh Torabi discuss rising facelift interest among younger GLP-1 patients, surgical candidacy, treatment alternatives, and the challenges of managing expectations following significant weight loss.
A study found increases in collagen, elastin, and other extracellular matrix proteins following Radiesse treatment, along with improvements in markers of solar elastosis, a sign of sun-damaged skin.
Read More
As GLP-1 medications drive significant weight loss for more patients, aesthetic providers are seeing a rise in facial hollowing, skin laxity, and other changes associated with GLP-1 face. Anthony Rossi, MD, discusses the structural aging patterns highlighted in a recent ASJ Open Forum study and how clinicians are approaching treatment with a conservative, multimodal strategy.
Read More
Clinical and histological data show reduced lesions and dermal remodeling after treatment, but underlying markers of cancerization remained unchanged.
Read More
Applications are now being accepted for the 2026–2027 American Board of Medical Specialties Scholars Program.
Read More
Allergan Aesthetics presented new research at AMWC 2026 indicating a shift toward subtle, natural-looking outcomes in hyaluronic acid injectables and emphasizing the role of personalized treatment approaches.
Read More
An analysis of national search trends and surgeon workforce data highlights rising patient interest in aesthetic procedures across Southern, Midwestern, and rural regions where access to board-certified plastic surgeons remains limited.
Read More
Researchers found participation among underrepresented racial and ethnic groups increased far beyond national population growth.
Read More
Brian Pilcher, PhD, discusses Conexeu’s CXU platform and what 3D-printed extracellular matrix technology could mean for future reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.
Read More
Conexeu Sciences has produced the first 3D-printed collagen-based extracellular matrix using its CXU platform, signaling a potential shift in regenerative medicine.
Read More
Data from over 2,300 international patients suggests complication rates at accredited centers can be comparable to, or lower than, US datasets.
Read More
The regenerative medicine company plans to advance its rhCollagen-based aesthetic product into clinical trials following successful safety and performance studies.
Read More
A recent trial suggests that a single system combining electromagnetic stimulation and radiofrequency may support pelvic floor rehabilitation and core strengthening in addition to its aesthetic uses.
Read More
Researchers say Instagram filters promote cosmetic normalization and racialized beauty ideals by allowing users to preview aesthetic changes like nose slimming and lip plumping.
Read More
Dr Steven Dayan discusses how patient-reported outcomes (PROs) are shaping clinical research, regulatory standards, and patient care in aesthetic medicine.
Read More
While vitamin C’s skin benefits are well known, new research reveals it also reactivates genes tied to epidermal renewal and thickness, potentially preventing age-related skin thinning.
Read More