Profhilo training is coming to Harley Academy!  Harley Academy has partnered with HA-Derma as the UK’s only authorised Profhilo® training provider.  What is Profhilo? The first of its kind, Profhilo® is a revolutionary hyaluronic acid moisturising treatment, made with patented NAHYCO® technology. It has successfully created a new aesthetic medicine vertical between dermal fillers and skin boosters. Launched in 2015, Profhilo® has one of the “highest concentrations of hyaluronic acid on the market”. This deep hydration is responsible for what patients often refer to as the coveted “Pr ..read more

Signs of ageing lips can look like a loss of volume, contour and shape. Lip filler can be used to add definition, creating the appearance of fuller, more youthful lips. Dr Joanna Hackney is Clinical Lead at Harley Academy and an aesthetics specialist. Talking us through the fundamentals of adding definition to ageing lips, she advises on treatments and technique. Do lips shrink with age? We asked Dr Jo how ageing affects the lips. She explains, “As we age, the appearance of lips and the perioral area alters.”  “Secondary to both hard and soft tissue changes, this can lead to the formation ..read more

As the use of dermal fillers grows, so does the incidence of non-ischaemic complications. As with any treatment in aesthetic medicine, adverse events are always a possibility.  A recent study published in the Plastic and Aesthetic Research journal explores a range of complications that span bruising and oedema, to more complex conditions. These include delayed hypersensitivity nodules and biofilms.  Compiled by a team of researchers in California, USA, the study reviews the causes of various non-ischaemic complications. It discusses their risk factor and reviews management and preven ..read more

Join us on the 19th and 20th October 2023 at CCR, an annual event that unites the medical aesthetics community.  CCR is a free event hosted by Aesthetics, the brand behind The Aesthetics Awards and the renowned Aesthetics journal. It’s dedicated to raising industry standards and driving innovation in the non-surgical cosmetic arena.  If you’re thinking about a career in aesthetics or are looking to expand your knowledge, CCR provides the perfect opportunity to explore.  Before you attend you’ll want to read Dr Emily Mehta’s top five tips on how to get the most out of your confer ..read more

Stricter regulation of dermal fillers is one of the less talked aesthetics regulation proposals for England. This recommendation was published in the government’s first aesthetics licensing scheme consultation, on 2 September 2023. Here we explore how dermal fillers are regulated at the moment and what “stricter regulation” could look like… HA fillers are currently medical devices Hyaluronic acid (HA) -based dermal fillers are currently classed as medical devices. This determination came into force in May 2020 due to European Regulations (EU 2017/745). The UK government regulates medical devic ..read more

What’s the most appropriate way to inject temple filler? Clinical trainer and aesthetics specialist, Lorraine Guinan, RGN addresses the most frequently asked questions. Temple fillers are an advanced facial aesthetic treatment most commonly used by more experienced practitioners. It aims to revolumise the temple region, where it may have hollowed or sunken over time due to facial ageing.  What does temple filler treatment do? Lorraine explains that “temple filler is used to restore volume and improve the appearance of hollow or sunken temples.” “Hollowing of the temples is an early sign o ..read more

Filler migration is a common effect of dermal fillers, which are used in facial aesthetic treatments. Though safe when administered by licensed practitioners, fillers, like all aesthetic treatments, carry the risk of adverse effects and complications. A recent study on filler migration highlights the risks of unwanted side effects from filler injections. This was undertaken by a team from Brazil and published in the Cosmetics journal. We speak to Dr Kalpna Pindolia about its findings. She also explains the crucial information all injectors need to know about filler migration, including how to ..read more

Understandably, everyone has questions about the government’s new aesthetics licensing scheme proposals for England. In order to gain some clarity our founder and CEO, Dr Tristan Mehta held a 45-minute live discussion with Professor David Sines, CBE on Comma. Prof Sines is a long-time campaigner for patient safety in the field of non-surgical cosmetic procedures. In addition to being Chair of the Joint Council of Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), he is also Harley Academy’s Licensing Advisor.  For those of you who couldn’t join us, here’s a rundown of the evening’s highlights and the full-le ..read more

With the arrival of the government’s regulatory proposals, many injectors are asking, “Will I need a Level 7 to get my aesthetics licence?” Here we explain our understanding of the proposals, and speak to our Licensing Advisor, Chair of the Joint Council of Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), Professor David Sines, CBE, for details.  Prof. Sines is a respected campaigner for patient safety in the non-surgical cosmetic sector. Through his JCCP and previous government roles, he has spearheaded campaigns for regulation of UK aesthetics. The information in this article is correct at the time of pu ..read more

How do you know you’re ready to start offering Liquid Facelifts? Here’s everything new injectors need to know about combining filler treatments for full-face rejuvenation. Plus, what order to perform them in. Once you’re familiar with and confident in administering individual filler treatments, you can start to combine them. There are numerous benefits to doing this, including providing more holistic, potentially longer-lasting results. Harley Academy’s Clinical Director, Dr Harriet Jenkins gives her expert advice on how to combine filler treatments for a Liquid Facelift. What is a Liquid Face ..read more