Aesthetics Blog
Our latest Aesthetics News
Read the latest aesthetics news and articles to help you gain an insight into aesthetic medicine no matter where you are in your aesthetics journey.
Our team of expert trainers share their advice on a wide range of topics including, how to navigate yourself as a new aesthetics practitioner, valuable tips and guidance on maximising your training and support when launching and growing your aesthetic clinic. You will also find the latest Aesthetics news regarding regulations and licensing changes in the UK.

Using Instagram Reels For Your Clinic
Instagram is proven to be one the leading forms of marketing for any business, with high social engagement and brand awareness. As the app becomes more and more popular, the team behind our much loved visual sharing platform are adding new additions to what we can do. One of them being Instagram Reels!

Saying “NO” to a Patient
Recently we held a poll on our Instagram where we asked our followers (aesthetic practitioners) if they have ever said no to patient, with over 300 votes, 95% said they have said "no" before.
The phrase "the customer is always right" has been one we have heard throughout our lives but when is the customer wrong and when can we say no?

8 Ways to Maximise Your Profits From Aesthetic Medicine
Aesthetic medicine is a competitive industry. There's always a new clinic behind you looking to poach your hard-won patients. Following these 8 tips is your best way to build a strong, resilient and profitable business.

Insurance Through a Pandemic – HPPB
The abating COVID pandemic changed many things in our lives. For some businesses the impact was immense – we have all missed our trips to the hairdresser and barber who were universally shut. Similarly the beauty, cosmetic and non-invasive aesthetics business was also almost entirely shut down.

Treating The Neck Area
It's a showing sign of age and a common area forgotten about but what treatments can aid an ageing neck? In this blog we delve deep into the ageing neck and discuss your treatment options when treating your patients.

Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Bill
Introduced to the House of Commons in February 2020, the Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Bill goal is to stop the use of such treatments in under 18’s, making it an illegal offence.
This bill has been produced to safeguard children from the potential health risks of botulinum toxins and dermal fillers although allowing use for assessed medical need such as hyperihidrosis.

10 Steps to Kick Start Your Aesthetic Career
If you have reached a point in your professional career where you are looking for a new challenge or seeking some new skills the aesthetic industry could be the next step that you are looking for. It can be daunting entering a new sector or starting up a new business. You need to consider your options and know what you are entering into.
Here is our 10 step guide to kick start your aesthetic career!

Aesthetic Training Courses with Live Models
Since we began training in 2002 Cosmetic Courses have always had our aesthetic training courses with live models.
We believe that the best way to learn and to leave feeling confident is to gain that real life patient and practitioner experience, something which makes our training stand out.

Vaccines and Aesthetic Treatments
As vaccines continue to roll out in the UK many questions are arising on the side effects, one in particular about the use of aesthetic treatments alongside vaccines.
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Cosmetic Courses Level 7 Diploma, JCCP Accredited
At Cosmetic Courses we continue to strive to offer the best for our delegates, ensuring our courses and qualifications leave you feeling confident and qualified. We are pleased to announce that our new VTCT OFQUAL regulated Level 7 Diploma in Injectables for Aesthetic Medicine now has JCCP approval.

JCCP: 10 Point-Plan for Safer Regulations in the Aesthetics Sector
This month the JCCP (Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners) released their 10 point plan for regulation within aesthetics. This plan details the steps we can make as an industry to ensure safety and regulation.

The Importance of a Treatment Plan
In this blog we discuss the importance of a treatment plan. Skincare and injectables is becoming more and more popular across the globe, from experts decoding celebrities secret “tweakments” to tell all routines on how to achieve that perfect glow.