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Demand for non-surgical procedures expected to rise 7.2% by 2012

Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008

A new report available from reportlinker.com shows that US demand for non-surgical procedures is likely to rise by 7.2% to a value of $9.4 billion in 2012.

The study shows that advances in technology paired with more astute marketing techniques will encourage rapid growth in the cosmeceutical market over the next few years. (more…)

BBC Four TV show details history of cosmetic surgery

Wednesday, September 10th, 2008

With the advancements made in cosmetic surgery in recent years, many believe the industry to be a modern phenomenon. However, BBC Four will air a television programme tonight at 9pm that confirms otherwise.

Blood and Guts – Fixing Faces is part of BBC Four’s documentary series exploring the history and evolution of plastic surgery. The programme – presented by medically trained Michael Mosely – investigates the founding of the practice some 400 years ago, as well as some of the earliest procedures carried out, including nose surgery and facelifts. (more…)