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It’s easy to fall for the hype of new, trendy aesthetics treatments, but you should know all the pros and cons before opting in. Let us help you make an educated decision.
May 15, 2019
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Like most consumers, you’re likely attuned to the latest trends, whether that happens to be beauty, media, or perhaps fashion is your forte. Further still, celebrity looks, digital influencer recommendations, social media hashtags, and technological innovations can all help to push these trends to higher popularity. More often than not, it’s these popular culture trends that help shape consumer demand and influence the latest and greatest medical aesthetic treatments. While many of these trends are just a flash in the pan, there are some that stick—and for good reason. How do you determine which trendy aesthetic treatments are worth testing out, which have staying power in 2019, and which ones aren’t worth the investment?
To get a little insight into where recent medical aesthetic trends are headed and to ensure you’re able to make an informed decision for yourself, let’s start with some statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons’ (ASPS) 2018 statistics report.
That’s nine-times higher than the number of surgical procedures performed. In fact, demand for minimally invasive procedures is projected to continue to grow, up 228% since 2000 while surgical procedures have dropped five percent in the same period.
The trend towards minimally invasive treatments is certainly for good reason, too. As our schedules grow busier, minimally invasive procedures offer quicker treatments with little to no downtime, meaning equally minimal interruptions to your schedule. As well, with recent advances in medical aesthetics technology and techniques, it’s possible to achieve impactful results without going under the knife. Finally, with minimally invasive options being on the market since the 1980s and coming a far way since then, you can consider this trend to stick around and offer safe treatment options for all skin types and aesthetic goals.
Botox is a name we’ve likely all heard. It’s popped up in movies and magazines with many celebrities and influencers singing its praises—when used in moderation, that is. For this reason, it’s not a big shock that it’s still trending in 2019. For reference, Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin are all brand names for similar agents injected under the skin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, such as in the forehead and between the eyebrows. They’ve been on the market for some time and are generally considered a safe alternative to more invasive aesthetic procedures.
For those considering injectables, these injections are fairly quick to administer, taking an average of about 10 minutes following consultation. However, they offer an equally simple quick fix. In other words, treating wrinkles and rhytides with injectables will only offer a temporary plumping effect that may last a couple months, but will not offer support to overall skin health. For a more lasting effect that requires less maintenance over time, a non-surgical customized wrinkle reduction treatment plan may work better for you.
Fat grafting, which refers to the extraction of your own fat from one area of the body to be injected elsewhere to provide more shape and contour, is gaining in popularity, particularly for perfecting the peach. In fact, fat grafting appears to be replacing buttock implants, according to the 2018 ASPS survey. However, similar to implants, grafting can require downtime and won’t improve the appearance of your silhouette over time—for the most part, what you see at the end of the appointment is what you get (though it will fade over time as fat is absorbed and moves).
For those considering this trending aesthetic treatment, non-surgical body shaping treatments utilizing radio frequency (RF) energy may be a better bet for longer-term improvements with quick treatments and no downtime required. Using these treatments, RF energy is converted to heat below the skin’s surface, breaking down fat cells while kickstarting skin’s natural collagen and elastin production levels for a smoother, firmer-looking silhouette. Because these treatments work with your body’s natural processes, results are cumulative and visibly improve up to four months following your final treatment session.
Often considered a treatment that traditionally appeals to males alone, females continue to be a growing demographic among hair restoration patients and the trend is expected to continue as we work toward eliminating the stigma. As well, advances in hair restoration treatment technology appear to be increasing the effectiveness of and interest in minimally invasive hair restoration treatments, particularly the Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) technique.
Using this technique, hair restoration treatment providers extract naturally-occurring groups of hair follicles in smaller grafts containing one to three hairs on average, rather than removing a long strip as with the Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) method. These smaller grafts are then sorted to make it easier for your treatment provider to create a natural-looking hairline during implantation. With this method, your hair restoration procedure is more customizable, with your provider being better able to implant grafts at an angle that best matches the way your hair naturally grows. The FUE method is minimally invasive, leaves no linear scarring, and offers a quicker recovery period—all key benefits for those who may be unable to take too much time away from their busy schedule.
While treatment trends and statistics can better help you narrow down which aesthetic treatments might be right for you, it’s always best to consult with a qualified and certified aesthetic treatment provider. Based on your aesthetic goals, your treatment provider will be able to create a customized treatment plan, designed just for you, using the most advanced technology and techniques available. To get started today, locate a certified treatment provider near you using the search field below.
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Venus Bliss™ is cleared by the FDA and licensed by Health Canada for non-invasive lipolysis of the abdomen and flanks in individuals with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or less, with the diode laser applicators. The (MP)2 applicator is cleared by the FDA for temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite, and licensed by Health Canada for temporary increase of skin tightening, temporary circumferential reduction, and temporary cellulite reduction. Venus Bliss™ has CE Mark as a non-invasive medical aesthetic device enabling a comprehensive approach leading to body contouring, addressing fat reduction, skin tightening, circumference reduction, and cellulite reduction.
Venus Versa™ is cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada, and has CE Mark as a multi-application device intended to be used in aesthetic and cosmetic procedures. The SR515 and SR580 applicators are cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada, and have CE Mark for the treatment of benign pigmented epidermal and cutaneous lesions and treatment of benign cutaneous vascular lesions. The HR650/HR650XL and HR690/HR690XL applicators are cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada, and have CE Mark for the removal of unwanted hair and to effect stable long-term or permanent hair reduction for Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. The AC Dual applicator is cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada, and has CE Mark for the treatment of acne vulgaris. The DiamondPolar™ and OctiPolar™ applicators on the Venus Versa™ system are cleared by the FDA for non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides on females with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. The DiamondPolar™ applicator is licensed by Health Canada and has CE Mark for non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides on females with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. The OctiPolar™ applicator on the Venus Versa™ system is licensed by Health Canada and has CE Mark for temporary body contouring via skin tightening, circumferential reduction, and cellulite reduction. The NanoFractional RF™ (Viva) applicator is cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada, and has CE Mark for dermatological procedures requiring ablation and resurfacing of the skin.
NeoGraft® is cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada and has CE Mark with indication for use in suction-assisted follicular extraction and re-implantation. It is an auto-graft system and can be used on both male and female patients.
ARTAS iX™ is cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada and has CE Mark with indication for use for harvesting hair follicles from the scalp in men diagnosed with androgenic alopecia (male pattern hair loss) who have black or brown straight hair. ARTAS iX™ is intended to assist physicians in identifying and extracting hair follicular units from the scalp during hair transplantation; creating recipient sites; and implanting harvested hair follicles.
Venus Legacy™ is cleared by the FDA for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides in females with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV with the OctiPolar™ and DiamondPolar™ applicators, and temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite with the 4D Body (LB2) and 4D Face (LF2) applicators. It is licensed by Health Canada and has CE Mark for the temporary increase of skin tightening, temporary circumferential reduction, temporary cellulite reduction, and temporary wrinkle reduction.
Venus Velocity™ is cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada and has CE Mark for hair removal, permanent hair reduction (defined as the long-term stable reduction in the number of hairs re-growing when measured at 6, 9 and 12 months after the completion of a treatment regimen), and the treatment of pseudofolliculitis barbae for all Fitzpatrick skin types.
Venus Fiore™ received regulatory approval in Israel for aesthetic and functional treatment of the vagina, labia and mons pubis. Venus Fiore™ is available for sale in India, Hong Kong, and other selected Asian countries.
Venus Viva™ is cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada, and has CE Mark for dermatological procedures requiring ablation and resurfacing of the skin. The DiamondPolar™ applicator is cleared by the FDA, licensed by Health Canada and has CE Mark for the treatment of moderate to severe wrinkles and rhytides in Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV.
Venus Freeze Plus™ is cleared by the FDA for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides in females with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. It is licensed by Health Canada for temporary skin tightening, and temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite on the abdomen and flanks, using the DiamondPolar™ and OctiPolar™ applicators. The DiamondPolar™ applicator on Venus Freeze Plus™ has CE Mark for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides, and the increase of skin tightening, temporary circumferential reduction, and cellulite reduction with the OctiPolar™ applicator.
Venus Heal™ is licensed by Health Canada and can be used for the treatment of both acute and chronic disorders of the musculoskeletal system, such as muscle spasms, back pain, and soft tissue injuries, and results in effects such as pain relief, myorelaxation, increase of local blood circulation, and edema reduction. In the U.S., Venus Heal™ is cleared by the FDA for the relief of minor muscle aches and pain, relief of muscle spasm, and temporary improvement of local blood circulation. These indications enable the treatment of certain soft tissue injuries and conditions.
Venus Glow™ is cleared by the FDA as a Class I motorized dermabrasion device. It provides a dermal rejuvenation treatment that works to open up and deep-clean pores. Venus Concept is the exclusive distributor for Venus Glow™.
Venus Epileve™ is licensed by Health Canada and has CE Mark for hair removal, permanent hair reduction (defined as the long-term stable reduction in the number of hairs re-growing when measured at 6, 9 and 12 months after the completion of a treatment regimen), and the treatment of pseudofolliculitis barbae for all Fitzpatrick skin types. Venus Epileve™ is also CE-Marked for hirsutism.
Venus Freeze™ is cleared by the FDA for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides in females with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. It is licensed by Health Canada for temporary skin tightening, and temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite on the abdomen and flanks, using the DiamondPolar™ and OctiPolar™ applicators. The DiamondPolar™ applicator on Venus Freeze™ has CE Mark for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides, and the increase of skin tightening, temporary circumferential reduction, and cellulite reduction with the OctiPolar™ applicator.
Venus Swan™ is cleared by the FDA for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides, and licensed by Health Canada for the non-invasive treatment of cellulite reduction, skin tightening, and temporary reduction in the appearance of stretch marks.
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