Clinical Insights

The AestheticaGuide Blog

Clinician-written guides on treatments, safety, and how to choose the right practitioner. Evidence-based, jargon-free.

Regulation
June 2025 · 6 min read
What the New Botox Regulations Mean for Patients
From October 2023, botulinum toxin injections became prescription-only in England. Here's what that means for you, and how to verify your practitioner is compliant.
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Treatment Guide
May 2025 · 8 min read
Profhilo vs Polynucleotides: Which Skin Booster is Right for You?
Both are injectable skin quality treatments, but they work differently and suit different patients. A clinician's honest comparison of the two most popular bio-remodellers.
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Patient Safety
April 2025 · 10 min read
10 Questions to Ask Before Booking Any Aesthetic Treatment
Most complications from aesthetic treatments are preventable. These are the questions every patient should ask — and the answers that should concern you.
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Treatment Guide
March 2025 · 7 min read
HIFU vs Morpheus8: The Honest Comparison
Both promise to lift and tighten without surgery. But they work at different depths, suit different skin types, and deliver different results. Here's the clinical truth.
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Regulation
February 2025 · 5 min read
CQC Registration Explained: What It Means for Aesthetic Clinics
Not all aesthetic clinics need to be CQC registered — but those that are have met a higher bar. Here's what CQC registration actually means and why it matters.
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Patient Safety
January 2025 · 9 min read
Tear Trough Filler: The Highest-Risk Area in Aesthetics
Tear trough filler can be transformative when done correctly — and catastrophic when done badly. A clinician explains the anatomy, risks, and what to look for in a practitioner.
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