Belgium is revolutionizing aesthetic medicine by combining strict regulation with excellent training. Discover how this unique model, supported by collaboration between the SBME and the SAMBA Academy, places safety and ethics at the heart of practice. An inspiration for other countries and a step towards high international standards.

The analysis of a face showing signs of fatigue, signs of aging, or a pejorative expression requires specific training. The assessment can be made from top to bottom, bottom to top, right to left or left to right, but must always arrive at the same conclusions: treatment of causes and consequences.

Following the May 31 decree restricting the purchase of hyaluronic acid for subcutaneous injections to medical doctors and dental surgeons, France's Conseil national de l'ordre des médecins (CNOM) now recognizes an inter-university diploma (DIU) as a qualification for practicing aesthetic medicine in France.

On Friday May 31, a decree was published in the French Journal Officiel, limiting the purchase and use of intradermal and subcutaneous hyaluronic acid to doctors and dental surgeons.

Discover the keys to practicing aesthetic medicine in Europe: our comprehensive guide explores the legal procedures, accredited training courses and necessary authorizations. Whether you're a new practitioner or looking to retrain, this article is your gateway to a successful career in aesthetics.

Exploring the roots and recent developments of aesthetic medicine, we had the privilege of dialoguing with Dr Roland Ney and Dr Luigi Polla. Through their exceptional careers and significant advances, these pioneers have profoundly influenced the field of aesthetic medicine.