Aesthetics awards supplement 2013 by Aesthetics & CCR

7th DECEMBER GRANGE TOWER BRIDGE HOTEL

AWARDS SUPPLEMENT

Sponsors

Michaela Barker - General Manager of Syneron Candela UK The Awards are an important part of the Aesthetic calendar and Syneron Candela are delighted to have sponsored the event for several years now. Knowing that the awards are voted for by people within the industry, throughout the UK, really gives it credibility. The evening recognises companies who have excelled and acts as a tremendous boost to staff members, who put in so much effort within the year, offering clients exceptional service in all departments. We are enormously proud that all our efforts throughout the company have been recognised and we have been presented with the award for Manufacturer Supplier of The Year. In addition, the award for Best Advertising Campaign for ‘No Shades Barred’ is a fitting tribute to the team at True Grace, our PR Company, as well as our in-house marketing staff. The awards event itself was a most enjoyable evening as always and provides an opportunity to relax and mingle with other industry professionals at the end of the year.

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Antonia Mariconda

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The Aesthetics Awards 2013 were hosted by Antonia Mariconda, the Cosmedic Coach, a wellknown face in the world of beauty, anti-ageing and aesthetic medicine. Alongside providing clients with advice on the aesthetics industry, Antonia’s successful website ‘thecosmediccoach.com’ also contains blogs and reviews on the latest treatments available. Antonia is currently in the process of authoring her fifth book and has written numerous articles for the national press and industry publications. Her passion for cosmetics and aesthetic medicine is demonstrated by her work towards a safer and better industry through her ‘Safety in Beauty’ campaign and social media support group ‘When Cosmetic Surgery Goes Wrong’.

Peter Dickson The fabulous voice of Peter Dickson added yet another layer of excitement to the awards this year. Peter is a seasoned performer and has compèred hundreds high profile television programmes such as The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, and Live at the Apollo. With his distinctive style, Peter’s voice increased the drama in the hotly contested categories further still.

The Aesthetics Awards supported Changing Faces, a charity for those who live with conditions that affect their appearance, and their loved ones. Dr Dawn Harper, star of TV’s Embarrassing Bodies, took to the stage to tell guests all about the invaluable work the charity does to change people’s lives by providing practical and emotional support to adults, children and their families. They also provide training, support and advice for professionals in health and education. Changing Faces believe that with the right help everyone can learn to face their future with optimism. An important part of their work is also transforming attitudes towards people with an unusual appearance. Their goal is ‘Face Equality’, where everybody is treated equally in the work place, in the health system, in education and in normal life irrespective of their appearance.

Paul Sinha Entertainment was provided by hilarious stand-up comedian, Paul Sinha. Paul’s medical background as a qualified GP made him the perfect person to entertain a room packed full of the best in aesthetic medicine. He had guests rolling around laughing as he poked fun at his personal life, and entertained with stories about his family, his time as a medic, and his ranking as one of Britain’s best ‘quizzers’.

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Guests were asked to donate to this fantastic cause and a lucky winner was selected at random to be the recipient of a luxurious break for two at the Cliveden House country hotel. Lara Curran was delighted to receive her prize, which included dinner, a treatment at the spa and also a thrilling test drive in a Lamborghini. We would like to thank all guests for their generosity in raising an amazing £2,278.70 for this important, life-changing cause.

The Judges

Dr Raj Acquilla

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

Mr Paul Banwell

Amanda Cameron

Miss Jonquille Chantrey

Dr Sandeep Cliff

Dr David Ecclestone

Dr Linda Eve

Deb Forsythe

Trudy Friedman

Dr Sam Gammell

Mr Chris Inglefield

Dr Ravi Jain

Prof Bob Khanna

Dr Martyn King

Wendy Lewis

Dr Nick Milojevic

Dr Tapan Patel

Dr Toni Phillips

Dr Sam Robson

Lou Sommereux

Dr Patrick Treacy

Dr Rain Zarb Adami

Dr Xavier Goodarzian

Dr Paul Cronin

Mr Dalvi Humzah

Dr Sach Mohan

Emma Davies

Sue Ibrahim

Dr Tracy Mountford

Award winners were chosen based on a combination of votes from Aesthetics journal readers, feedback from our judges and results from mystery shopping visits. The judges declared any interests they may have in the products, treatments and clinics shortlisted in the categories they were judging. Also enlisted were a number of experts in the digital field who helped Aesthetics to judge the Best Clinic Website category. The judges in this category include:

John Castro Websites for Cosmetics

Richard Crawford Small RCS Consulting

Introduction This year’s Aesthetics Awards were held at the luxurious Grange Tower Bridge Hotel and it certainly was a night to remember. Guests arrived to a champagne reception where they were greeted by paparazzi, celebrity lookalikes and a luxurious Lamborghini. The ballroom was transformed into a glamorous sea of gold where guests enjoyed a delicious three course meal before being thoroughly entertained by the talents of comedian Paul Sinha. Once dinner was over it was time for the main event; the awards presentations. With 140 finalists competing in 23 categories, the competition was high and guests eagerly awaited the announcement of the winners.

“It was a real pleasure to be part of the awards ceremony. I strongly believe that it is important to recognise and reward those who take the time and care to be truly professional about the treatments they offer: that is exactly what these awards do.” Dr Dawn Harper “The Awards are essential in recognising new and established talent in our industry.” Dr Raj Acquilla

“The Aesthetics Awards are a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the outstanding achievements of individuals and innovators in our industry and this years awards were better than ever.” Dr Johanna Ward

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Our host, Antonia Mariconda, led the proceedings with special guest presenters handing out some of the awards. Winners celebrated with colleagues, peers and friends and accepted their awards on stage to hearty applause. After the presentations were over, guests took to the dancefloor to show off their moves and dance the night away.

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The Pinnell Award for Best Product Innovation

Best New Product or Treatment

WINNER: eDermastamp™ eDS™ Skin Rejuvenation (AesthetiCare®)

WINNER: Dermalux™ Tri-Wave (Aesthetic Technology UK)

Highly Commended: Pliaglis® (Galderma) Commended: CEThione™ Rechargeable Vitamin C™ (Medik8) and the finalists: Harmony™ Clear Lift™ (ABC Lasers), iovera® (myoscience) 5%, Viora V-Touch (AZTEC Services). This year’s award for Best Product Innovation was given in honour of Dr Sheldon Pinnell. 2013 saw a new beginning in medical skin needling with the introduction of eDS™ Skin Rejuvenation, using the eDermastamp™. The precision engineering of the electronic medical device enables a high level of control and accuracy over the intensity of the procedure.

Highly Commended: Lustre Pure Light Pro (Ambicare Health) Commended: Image Skincare Prevention+ Daily Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 (Skin Geeks) and the finalists: Lumenis LightSheer® DUET™ (Sigmacon), i-LipoXcell (Chromogenex), 3D-Lipo (3D-Lipo Ltd) Clinically proven to achieve rapid results for a range of skin concerns, Dermalux™ Tri-Wave was the clear winner of Best New Product or Treatment, voted by both readers and the judging panel The Award recognises new and dynamic treatments.

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Cosmeceutical Range of the Year

Injectable Product of the Year

WINNER: Obagi Nu-Derm® System (Healthxchange)

WINNER: JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA® with Lidocaine (Allergan)

Highly Commended: Heliocare (AesthetiCare) and the finalists: Medik8 (SkinBrands), Neostrata Skin Active (Aesthetic Source), SkinCeuticals (L’Oreal/ SkinBrands).

Highly Commended: Belotero® (Merz Aesthetics) Commended: Restylane® Skinboosters (Galderma) and the finalists: Emervel® Lips (Galderma), Stylage® with Lidocaine (Medical Aesthetic Group), Uma Jeunesse Velvet (Cambridge Medical Aesthetics)

The Obagi Nu-Derm System from Healthxchange is an anti-ageing therapy that transforms skin cell functions at the cellular level by penetrating below the skin’s surface to help combat the effects of daily sun exposure. It was voted the winner of this category by the majority of judges and readers, with one judge commenting, “Obagi is streets ahead of the competition.”

The Injectable Treatment of the Year award went to JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA® from Allergan. “Volbella is certainly the most exciting lip filler I have used for years, and sets the bar higher than ever” said one judge. Another stated, “I agree that Juvederm Volbella should win this category. It is a great innovation and the Vycross technology will change treatments moving forward.”

Treatment of the Year

Equipment Supplier of the Year

WINNER: Genuine Dermaroller™ (AesthetiCare)

WINNER: Syneron Candela

Highly Commended: Lustre Pure Light (Ambicare Health) and the finalists; Alizonne Therapy, CoolSculpting (Zeltiq), e-Two (Syneron Candela), HydraFacial (HydraFacial UK), Soprano (ABC Lasers) Chris Edmonds, Managing Director of Synaptiq Ltd, took to the stage to announce Genuine Dermaroller™ from AesthetiCare as the winner of the Treatment of the Year award. Results from both the judges and the voters showed Genuine Dermaroller to be a clear winner for its provision of advanced micro-medical skin-needling creating smoother, brighter, healthier, younger-looking skin.

Commended: ABC Lasers Commended: AZTEC Services and the finalists: Chromogenex Technologies Ltd, Sigmacon Aesthetics, Solta Medical. The award for Equipment Supplier of the Year takes in to account service, innovation and product range. Syneron Candela received a phenomenal 42% of all votes cast by readers. Many commented on their excellent service.

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The Janeé Parsons Award for Sales Representative of the Year

Best Customer Service by a Manufacturer/Supplier WINNER: Merz

WINNER: Gemma Bloxham - Regional Sales Manager, Wigmore Medical and the finalists: John Campbell (Allergan), Sarah Deacon (Cosmeceuticals Ltd), Karen Smyth Gaffney (Merz), Micheal Hathaway (Merz), Donna Ofsofke (SmartMED), Julie Purdy (Galderma), Louise Taylor (Dermalux UK), Iveta Vinklerova (Boston Medical Group Ltd), Roisin Wood (Aestheticare) This year the Sales Representative of the Year award was given in memory of Obagi Territory Manager Janeé Parsons and presented by Dr John Curran, Chairman of Healthxchange. Hundreds of readers voted for their winner of this important category with Gemma Bloxham, Regional Sales Manager for Wigmore Medical, receiving the highest number of votes. One voter said “She is professional, knowledgeable and fabulous.”

Highly Commended: SkinBrands Commended: Galderma and the finalists: Healthxchange, MACOM, Syneron Candela UK.

Distributor of the Year

Training Provider of the Year

WINNER: Wigmore Medical

The winner of the Best Customer Service award was decided by both judges and votes from readers with Merz coming out on top.

WINNER: Mr Dalvi Humzah and Galderma Facial Anatomy Training Highly Commended: Sterex Advanced Cosmetic Procedures Commended: Facial Aesthetic Masterclasses with Dr Tapan Patel and Dr Raj Acquilla and the finalists: Boston International Training Academy Ltd, Innomed Training, Sally Durant.

Highly Commended: Healthxchange Commended: Church Pharmacy and the finalists: Aesthetic Source, Medical Aesthetic Group, Med-fx, SkinBrands The award for Distributor of the Year, the second for Wigmore Medical, recognises the important role played by UK distributors in bringing new, international products and treatments to the UK market. We received an influx of feedback from voters who praised their excellent customer service, prompt reliable delivery and hands-on support. One voter said, “They do everything the others do and more!”

New for 2013, was the award for Training Provider of The Year, presented by Managing Director of Oxford Medical Training; Peter Charlesworth. Regarding his win, Mr Dalvi Humzah, said, “As a regular campaigner for improved standards for patients, it is an honour to be recognised for our achievements. The awards do a fantastic job at celebrating high standards and excellence in the industry.”

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Best Advertising Campaign by a Manufacturer/Supplier

Best New Clinic WINNER: The Skin Energy Clinic, South Molton Street

WINNER: Syneron Candela: No Shades Barred

Highly Commended: Persona Cosmetic Medicine, Sittingbourne and the finalists: The Skin Clinic, Brentwood; Temple Medical, Aberdeen; Waterhouse Young, Devonshire Street.

and the finalists: Chromogenex: i-LipoXcell launch, Galderma: Discover the Power of Positive Transformation, Merz: Aesthetics Portfolio. The award for Best Advertising Campaign by a Manufacturer or Supplier was the second of the night for Syneron Candela. Four high profile and successful campaigns made it to the final but the judges felt that the ‘No Shades Barred’ campaign stood out the most and they particularly liked its clean visual style.

Dr Peter Sharma, from Cambridge Medical Aesthetics, was welcomed to the stage to present the coveted award for Best New Clinic. This went to an excited Dr Terry Long from the Skin Energy Clinic. Dr Terry described her award as “amazing” and said it made her feel as though all her hard work setting up her new clinic had really paid off. The Skin Energy Clinic scored a huge 99/100 by our mystery shopper who said, “I could hardly have been dealt with more efficiently.”

Best Aesthetic Practice (Three Rooms or Less)

Best Aesthetic Practice (Four Rooms or More)

WINNER: EvenLines, Bournemouth

WINNER: Dr Xavier G Medi-Spa, Southampton

Highly Commended: Mulberry House Clinic And Laser Centre Commended: Botastic Aesthetics, East Yorkshire and the finalists: Absolute Aesthetics, Guildford; European Dermatology, London; Light Touch, Guildford; Hill Street Clinic, Jersey. Dr Linda Eve described the award as “unexpected but really exciting” and said she was accepting the award for Best Aesthetic Practice (Three Rooms or Less) on behalf of the hard work of the whole team at Evenlines, Bournemouth. Our Mystery Shoppers rated Evenlines the highest in this category and it achieved a 15/15 in customer service, praising the consultant as “most friendly” and noting that the treatment was explained in detail but with easy to understand terms.

Highly Commended: Dermal Clinic, Edinburgh and the finalists: CC Kat Aesthetics, Birmingham; Chilston Clinic, Tunbridge Wells; MediZen, Birmingham. Dr Xavier Goodarzian said he was “very proud” to receive the award for Best Aesthetic Practice (Four Rooms or More) for his clinic. Among other praise, our Mystery Shopper said, “I felt that the whole experience was positive and staff made me feel valued as a potential customer.”

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Best New Product or Treatment 2013-2014

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Best Clinic Chain or Hospital Group

Best Clinic Website WINNER: London Bridge Plastic Surgery - www.lbps.co.uk

WINNER: Sk:n

Highly Commended: Transform Medical Group and the finalists: Court House Clinics, EF Medi-Spa, Nu Cosmetic Clinic, Sk:n, Transform Medical Group With 40 clinics nationwide, Sk:n still works hard to maintain standards: they achieved a 30/30 score by our Mystery Shopper on the consultation and a remarkable 100% on Customer Service, winning the Best Clinic Chain or Hospital Group category. Our shopper said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole process was very enjoyable and I would certainly return.â&#x20AC;?

Highly Commended: Court House Clinics www.courthouseclinics.com and the finalists: CC Kat Aesthetics, www.cckat.com; Cosmedic Clinic, www.cosmedic-clinic.co.uk; EF Medi-Spa, www.efmedispa.com; Epilight New Skin Clinics, www.epilightnewskin.co.uk; Nu Cosmetic Clinic, www.nucosmeticclinic.co.uk; The Skin Clinic, www.sknclinics.co.uk; Radiance Medi-Spa, www.radiancemedispa.co.uk; Temple Medical Aesthetics, www.templemedical.co.uk. Our panel of expert judges and the aesthetic awards team voted for London Bridge Plastic Surgery as the winner of the Best Clinic Website due to its strong design, clear navigation, and of good use of video content.

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Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner of the Year

Aesthetic Practitioner of the Year

WINNER: Sharon King Cosmedic Skin Clinic, Tamworth

WINNER: Dr Cheralyn Lumley

and the finalists: Elizabeth Bardolph - Dr Xavier G MediSpa, Southampton; Eve Bird - Botastic Aesthetics, Yorkshire; Hayley Cooper - The Skin Clinic, Sevenoaks; Natali Kelly - The Skin Clinic, Brentwood; Malti O’Mahony - Harley Street Treatments; Jackie Partridge - The Dermal Clinic; Natasha Rankin - CC Kat Aesthetics. Managing Director of Syneron Candela, Michaela Barker, presented the award for Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner of the Year to a delighted Sharon King from Cosmedic Skin Clinic in Tamworth. This category was voted for by readers and The Aesthetic Awards Team and Sharon won on both accounts with one voter commenting, “Sharon is an excellent practitioner, and another stating that she was “extremely professional and knowledgeable”.

Clinic Receptionist of the Year

and the finalists: Dr Raj Acquilla, Dr Natalie Blakely, Dr Lisa Delamaine, Dr David Eccleston, Dr Kate Goldie, Dr Xavier Goodarzian, Dr Puneet Gupta, Dr Martyn King, Dr Rekha Tailor The clear winner of Aesthetic Practitioner of the Year by both voters and our awards panel, Dr Cheralyn Lumley was quoted as “A credit to the profession and industry” by one of our readers. One of her patients at Lumley Aesthetics, said, “Cheralyn’s impeccable professionalism and attention to detail is second to none.” Dr Lumley believes that the key to success is “effective communication” and that the most important thing is that her patients are safe and happy with the results of their treatment.

Speaker of the Year WINNER: Dr Tapan Patel

WINNER: Duncan Long, Waterhouse Young Clinic, London

and the finalists: Tina Jobburns, Cosmedic Skin Clinic, Tamworth; Glenis Middleton, Xavier G Medi-Spa, Southampton; Celeste Savage, The Skin Clinic, Sevenoaks; Christina Sharpe, The Dermal Clinic, Edinburgh. Duncan Long’s professionalism, friendly nature and willingness to go above and beyond for the customers at the Waterhouse Young Clinic made him a worthy winner for the Clinic Receptionist of the Year award. One client said, “He has a wonderful demeanour that lights up the practice reception. He is engaging and charming in the very best way.”

and the finalists: Dr David Eccleston, Dr Raj Acquilla, Dr Sandeep Cliff, Mr Christopher Inglefield, Mr Dalvi Humzah, Mr Rajiv Grover Dr Raj Acquilla accepted the award for Speaker of the Year on behalf of his friend, Dr Tapan Patel, who was unable to attend. Programme Coordinator of The Aesthetic Conference and Exhibition, Amanda Cameron, presented the award, which was voted for by journal readers. Founder and medical director of VIVA clinic, Dr Patel has over 14 years of clinical experience and has been performing aesthetic treatments for 10 years with a particular interest in laser procedures, skin of colour treatments and scarring. He was recently listed in Tatler’s Top 30 Anti-Ageing Experts. As a key opinion leader for laser companies such as Lumenis, Syneron Candela and Lutronic, Dr Patel is a sought after lecturer in his field.

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Association/Industry Body of the Year

Rising Star WINNER: Dr Johanna Ward

WINNER: British Association of Cosmetic Nurses

and the finalists: British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, British College of Aesthetic Medicine, PaPPS (Pre and Post Procedure Support Program) - The Wright Initiative The British Association of Cosmetic Nurses scooped up the award for Association or Industry Body of the Year for an amazing third consecutive year. The fantastic and tireless work of the BACN was recognised by their clear win with the voters and they thanked their “loyal and knowledgeable” members for their support.

and the finalists: Debbie Thomas, Dr Sam Robson, Julie Brackenbury The penultimate award of the evening for “Rising Star” recognised the achievement of an individual who has made great strides within the profession this year. Winner of The Apprentice, Dr Leah Totton, presented the award to Dr Johanna Ward whose profile has grown immensely during 2013. The award recognises her services to the industry in upholding high standards and practice excellence, with one voter saying, “Dr Ward is amazing. She listens and also gives good advice.” Dr Ward described her win as a “great honour”, “very humbling” and “a symbol of dreams realised.”

The Brinkenhoff Award for Lifetime Achievement and Services to the Industry WINNER: Dr Patrick Bowler The final category was the much anticipated Lifetime Achievement and Services to the Industry award, which was given in memory of Gayle Brinkenhoff, who sadly died from breast cancer earlier this year. Dr John Curran was welcomed back to the stage to present this very special award to his close friend and colleague Dr Patrick Bowler. Dr Curran’s speech was both hilarious and heartwarming as he talked about his friend’s 25 years experience in the profession. A previous winner of an Aesthetic Award for Services to the Industry, the huge number of nominations that he received are a testament to his popularity and the respect that he commands amongst his peers. This high opinion was shared by the Aesthetics Awards team who all agreed he was a worthy winner.

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We would like to say a ‘big thank you’ to all our customers who have continued to support us through 2013 and voted for us in this year’s Aesthetic Awards… Syneron Candela – winner of awards for: Equipment Supplier of the Year Best Advertising Campaign by a Manufacturer or Supplier – for ‘no shades barred’ www.syneron-candela.co.uk | info@syneron-candela.co.uk Tel. 0845 5210698

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