Safe Aesthetic Practices; Nurse Mollie Advocates
As an aesthetics practitioner and the founder of ME Aesthetics in Chorley near Preston city centre, I am deeply committed to the safety and well-being of individuals seeking beauty treatments. The allure of looking good often drives us to explore the latest trends, but the safety of these treatments is a paramount concern.
Weekly, we encounter stories of beauty or aesthetics treatments gone awry, prompting the need for corrective measures. At ME Aesthetics, where we have recently expanded our services to include a clinic above Aaron Jones Hairdressing in Argolye Street, in Birkenhead, our primary focus is on services like anti-wrinkle injections (commonly known as Botox), dermal fillers, and skin treatments such as chemical peels. While many of these treatments require a prescription, the lack of stringent regulations in the industry to provide safe aesthetics raises concerns about unqualified practitioners administering procedures.
The aesthetics industry’s rapid growth, as highlighted by the Aesthetics Complications Expert (ACE) Group, comes with a startling revelation – it is nearly entirely unregulated. Ideally, safe aesthetics treatments should only be performed by qualified medical practitioners, including doctors, dentists, nurses, and prescribing pharmacists. However, a lack of enforcement has led to a concerning trend where non-medical practitioners, often with minimal training, perform potentially hazardous treatments, including injecting prescription-only medicines.
Disturbingly, data indicates that over 83% of treatments are carried out by non-medical individuals. The potential risks associated with poorly administered injections are severe, ranging from necrosis (cell injury leading to cell death) to permanent scarring and, in extreme cases, life-threatening infections.
It is imperative for individuals seeking safe aesthetic procedures to scrutinise their chosen practitioners and their qualifications. Questions such as, “what experience do you have?” should be asked. Understanding possible side effects and complications is crucial. At ME Aesthetics, we believe in transparency and accountability in safe aesthetics. All our training certificates are prominently displayed in the clinic, alongside our certificates of insurance and professional registration. We maintain a comprehensive emergency medicine kit, emphasizing our commitment to enhancing natural beauty responsibly and safely.
In a world where aesthetics procedures are becoming more commonplace, it is crucial to prioritize safety over trends. ME Aesthetics stands as responsible safe aesthetic practices, urging clients to demand accountability and thorough vetting when choosing their beauty practitioners. Check out our blog on choosing the right aesthetics clinic for you.
After all, ensuring your safety and satisfaction is not just a responsibility – it’s our passion.