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Regenerative medicine

The talk of the town for 2025






Regenerative aesthetic medicine is an innovative field that blends the principles of regenerative medicine with aesthetics to enhance beauty while promoting healing and rejuvenation at the cellular level. Unlike traditional cosmetic procedures that often rely on external enhancements, regenerative aesthetic medicine focuses on harnessing the body’s natural healing mechanisms to restore and rejuvenate skin and tissues.

At the core of this field are cutting-edge techniques such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, stem cell treatments, and growth factor therapies. These approaches aim to stimulate the body’s natural ability to repair and regenerate, offering a more holistic and sustainable solution for aesthetic concerns. One of the most popular treatments is PRP therapy, often referred to as the ‘vampire facial’. This involves extracting a small amount of the patient’s blood, isolating the platelet-rich plasma, and injecting it back into the skin. PRP stimulates collagen production, improves skin texture, and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Similarly, stem cell treatments leverage the power of undifferentiated cells to repair damaged tissues, address pigmentation issues, and even promote hair regrowth.

Combining science, technology, and artistry, it represents a paradigm shift towards enhancing beauty by working with the body, not against it
Growth factor therapies are another breakthrough in regenerative aesthetics. These involve applying or injecting proteins that signal cells to heal and regenerate. Often derived from natural sources, growth factors can significantly enhance skin elasticity, tone, and overall health.

The appeal of regenerative aesthetic medicine lies not only in its effectiveness but also in its minimally invasive nature. These treatments typically have shorter recovery times compared to surgical options, and the risk of complications is often lower because the procedures use biocompatible materials, such as the patient’s own blood or cells.

Beyond cosmetic improvements, regenerative aesthetic medicine holds potential therapeutic benefits.For example, treatments like microneedling combined with PRP can improve scar appearance, including acne scars and surgical scars. Similarly, advancements in stem cell therapies are being explored for addressing skin conditions such as rosacea and eczema, providing holistic packages for clients and leading aesthetics towards other avenues, rather than purely beauty and appearance focused which is so important in today’s society.

As the demand for natural and long-lasting beauty solutions grows, regenerative aesthetic medicine is poised to become a  cornerstone of the cosmetic industry. Combining science, technology, and artistry, it represents a paradigm shift towards enhancing beauty by working with the body, not against it. This holistic approach not only rejuvenates appearances but also fosters a sense of vitality and well-being, making it a transformative force in modern aesthetic care.

These courses are our most requested for 2025 so far, which of course will be taught from Wigmore Medical’s training rooms in their fantastic clinical environment. These are exciting times for the aesthetics industry with these revolutionary changes and we are excited to see where it goes!


Katie Lakhanpal, registered nurse prescriber and founding director of Estetica Training estetica-training.co.uk and Estetica pharmacy.

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