Aesthetics News

ORLANDO — Innovations in treating burn and trauma scars in recent years include updated laser technology, giving practitioners options to help in these difficult cases, according to a speaker here.

An expert discussed the rise of “Brotox” and what this means for practitioners as the proportion of men seeking cosmetic treatments continues to increase.

The FDA has approved an oral, small molecule MEK inhibitor for adult and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with neurofibromatosis type 1 who have symptomatic plexiform neurofibromas not amenable to complete resection.

The FDA has approved Evolysse Form and Evolysse Smooth injectable hyaluronic acid gels, two dermal fillers from Evolus, the company announced in a press release.

Single dose relabotulinumtoxinA demonstrated rapid onset, long-lasting duration of aesthetic efficacy and high patient satisfaction for the treatment of frown lines, Galderma announced in a press release.

New data suggest Restylane Lyft or Contour in combination with Sculptra corrects contour deficiencies in patients experiencing facial volume loss following medication-driven weight loss, according to a Galderma press release.

The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Association has called on legislators for medical spa regulation following the publication of its study which showed a continued lack of physician supervision.

Cytrellis Biosystems has launched an updated version of its minimally invasive, in-office device that treats the signs of skin aging, the company announced in a press release.

The FDA has announced a proposed rule that would require manufacturers of talc-containing cosmetic products to use standardized testing methods to identify the presence of asbestos, a known carcinogen.