Email julie@jbcosmetic.co.uk   ·   Call 07866 515664

Blog

aesthetic nursing

The Role of Empathy in Aesthetic Nursing

Empathy is one of the foundations of quality healthcare, and it plays a very important role in the field of aesthetic nursing. Aesthetic nursing is not just about enhancing the patient’s appearance with cosmetic treatments; it’s also about helping them feel more confident, comfortable, and content in their own skin. Without empathy, Aesthetic Nurses will…

Instagram’s Role in Ageism: A Closer Look at Beauty Standards and Ageing

Have you ever wondered: “are Instagram posts an authentic reflection of reality, or are they contributing to an unrealistic perception of beauty and age?”. While Instagram offers a platform for connection, there’s an underlying concern that it might be contributing to ageism – a discriminatory attitude towards individuals based on their age.  The cult of…

tear trough filler

The Art of Tear Trough Rejuvenation with Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

The eyes are often referred to as the windows to the soul, and they play a very important role in the overall aesthetics of a person’s face. The delicate skin around the eyes often starts showing signs of ageing first, as the lower periorbital area, commonly known as the undereye region or tear trough develops…

The Skin-Brain Connection: Understanding Skinxiety and Psychodermatology

As pandemic restrictions around the world have eased, people have been flocking to aesthetic clinics for non-surgical treatments such as chemical peels, lasers and injectables. However, the uptick in demand has raised concerns among healthcare professionals, who have noticed a trend in their clinics: skin-related anxiety or “skinxiety.” Coined by Dr. Uliana Gout, President of…

stress

Is Stress Making You Age Faster? 

Anxiety and stress are two common emotions that most people face in their daily lives, but they can significantly impact our physical and mental health. From sleepless nights to poor eating habits, these emotions can take a toll on our overall well-being. However, recent studies have shown that they can also have a significant impact…

anti-ageing

Is it time we stop using the term “anti-ageing”?

The term “anti-ageing” has been a popular buzzword in the aesthetics and skincare industry for decades now. It is used to describe products and procedures that claim to reverse the effects of ageing, such as wrinkles, fine lines and skin laxity. But for the last few years, there’s been a movement to ditch the term…

downturned mouth

Treating a Sad Mouth With Anti-Wrinkle Injections

Let’s face it: a downturned mouth is not a happy look!  One of the first things that people notice about you is your smile. A smiling mouth is probably the most visually striking and most distinctive facial feature of all expressions. There’s even research that suggests that the mere act of smiling can lift your…

body confidence

How Cosmetic Injectables Can Give You a Confidence Boost

Plenty of research has been done on the topic of correlation between perception of beauty and self-confidence. This isn’t surprising since we are all aware that how we present ourselves to the world can change not only how we feel inside, but also how others treat us and think of us. In a study published…

Find out more