Non surgical aesthetic treatments are a wide range of various procedures that can produce some fantastic results, as well as significantly boost your self esteem and self-confidence.

With such a wide variety of treatments available, non surgical options include advanced facials, with cutting edge technology and products as well as injectable treatments such as dermal fillers and toxin injections. There are also lasers that can cater to a jaw dropping variety of requirements.

There is so much now available to suit every individual and every requirement, and with the rise of  combination treatments, non surgical treatments remain popular as there are no scalpels or general anaesthetic requirements, the down time can be much faster for those tweakments or none at all, unlike some procedures with traditional cosmetic surgery.

Non surgical aesthetic treatments can rejuvenate the skin, soften lines and wrinkles, improve irregular pigmentation, tighten sagging skin, and add a ping of volume to ageing faces, there are some aesthetic treatments that can adjust the proportions of facial features, making the appearance more symmetrical or defined as required.

Some aesthetic treatments can have long lasting effects, but they are mostly temporary, and require a degree of maintenance at some stage.  For longer lasting permanent results cosmetic surgery may be an alternative option. There are pro’s and con’s to each decision and our aim at Safety in Beauty is to help you navigate those, simply click on a procedure or treatment below to learn more.

A–Z Glossary of Aesthetic Treatments

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Advanced Facials

Customised treatments using professional-grade products and technologies (like LED, microcurrents, or ultrasound) to address specific skin concerns such as aging, dullness, or dehydration.

Acne Treatments

A range of therapies (topical, oral, laser, or chemical) aimed at reducing acne breakouts and inflammation and improving skin texture and scarring.

B

Botox Injections

Botulinum toxin injections that relax facial muscles to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles such as frown lines and crow’s feet.

Brow Lift Injections

Strategic use of Botox or dermal fillers to elevate the eyebrows, opening up the eye area and providing a more youthful appearance.

Broadband Light Treatments

Advanced light therapy that targets pigmentation, redness, and skin texture for a more even skin tone.

C

Chemical Skin Peel

Application of a chemical solution to exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin, improving texture, tone, and clarity.

Collagen Treatments

Therapies that stimulate collagen production, improving skin elasticity and reducing signs of aging.

Carboxytherapy

Injection of medical-grade carbon dioxide gas into the skin to improve circulation, collagen production, and fat reduction.

Crows Feet Injections

Botulinum toxin or dermal filler injections aimed at smoothing fine lines around the eyes.

Celluform

Injectable treatment designed to break down and eliminate localised fat, often used on the face or body.

Cellulite Treatments

Procedures (e.g., radiofrequency, shockwave therapy, or injections) aimed at reducing the dimpled appearance of skin.

Cosmeceuticals

Skincare products that contain biologically active ingredients offering both cosmetic and therapeutic benefits.

D

Dermal Fillers

Injectable gels (usually hyaluronic acid-based) used to restore volume, contour the face, and smooth lines and wrinkles.

Dermaplaning

Manual exfoliation of the skin using a sterile scalpel to remove dead skin cells and fine hair (peach fuzz).

Dermabrasion

A resurfacing procedure that uses a rotating device to sand the skin, improving scars and skin texture.

Dermapen

A microneedling device that stimulates collagen through controlled micro-injuries, improving skin tone and texture.

Dark Under Eye Circle Treatments

Various treatments such as fillers, PRP, or lasers aimed at reducing pigmentation or hollowing under the eyes.

E

Electrical Muscle Stimulation Facial

Uses low-level electrical currents to stimulate facial muscles, improve tone, and promote lifting.

F

Fat Dissolving Injections

Injectables (e.g., Aqualyx, Celluform) used to break down fat cells in localised areas such as the chin or abdomen.

Fat Freezing

Non-invasive body contouring treatment that freezes and eliminates stubborn fat cells.

Frown Line Injections

Botox injections targeting the glabellar lines (between the eyebrows) to reduce frowning appearance.

G

Glycolic Acid Peel

A type of alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) chemical peel used to exfoliate the skin, improve texture, and treat fine lines and acne.

Gold Facial

A luxury facial using gold-infused products believed to brighten, firm, and rejuvenate the skin.

H

Hair Loss Treatments

Range of therapies including PRP, microneedling, medications, or transplants aimed at promoting hair growth and slowing hair loss.

High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)

Non-surgical facelift treatment that uses ultrasound to stimulate collagen and tighten skin.

Hydrafacial

A multi-step facial that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities, and hydrates the skin using a specialised device.

Hyaluronic Acid Injections

A type of dermal filler used to hydrate, plump, and restore volume in the skin.

Hyperhydrosis Injections

Botox injections into sweat glands (typically underarms or hands) to reduce excessive sweating.

I

Injectable Dermal Fillers

Gel-based injectables used for volumising and contouring the face.

Injectable Moisturisers

Skin-revitalising treatments (like Profhilo) that deliver deep hydration and improve elasticity via injectable hyaluronic acid.

Intense Pulse Light

Broad-spectrum light therapy used for treating pigmentation, redness, and signs of sun damage.

Intracel

A microneedling and radiofrequency device used to tighten skin, treat scars, and reduce pores.

J

Jawline Contouring

Use of dermal fillers or other modalities to define and sculpt the jawline for a more structured appearance.

Juvederm

A popular brand of hyaluronic acid dermal filler used for volume restoration, wrinkle smoothing, and facial contouring.

K

Kybella (Deoxycholic Acid Injections)

An FDA-approved injectable that dissolves submental fat (double chin). Known as Belkyra in the UK.

Korean Glass Skin Treatments

Skincare protocols or facials that aim to give the skin a flawless, dewy, poreless appearance inspired by Korean beauty.

L

Laser Skin Treatments

Use of focused light to improve skin tone, texture, pigmentation, and reduce signs of ageing.

Laser Tattoo Removal

Laser technology that breaks down tattoo pigment so it can be naturally cleared by the body.

Laser Hair Removal

Permanent hair reduction treatment using laser to target and destroy hair follicles.

Lipocavitation Treatments

Non-invasive procedure that uses ultrasound waves to break down fat cells.

LED Light Therapy

Uses different light wavelengths to stimulate skin repair, reduce inflammation, and improve acne and ageing.

Lip Fillers

Dermal fillers used to enhance lip volume, shape, and definition.

Lymphatic Drainage

Gentle massage or device-based treatment that encourages the natural drainage of the lymph to reduce swelling and detoxify.

M

Mesotherapy

Series of microinjections delivering vitamins, enzymes, and other ingredients to rejuvenate and tighten skin.

Mesolift

A type of mesotherapy specifically focused on skin hydration and rejuvenation in the face.

Micro-needling

Procedure that uses fine needles to create micro-injuries in the skin to trigger collagen and elastin production.

Micodermabrasion

Non-invasive exfoliation treatment that removes dead skin cells, improving texture and brightness.

MD Codes

A strategic filler injection technique based on facial anatomy for natural-looking rejuvenation and lifting.

N

Non Surgical Rhinoplasty

Use of dermal fillers to reshape the nose without surgery.

O

Ozempic Injections

A medication (semaglutide) used off-label for weight loss by suppressing appetite; administered via injection.

P

Pigmentation Treatments

Laser, chemical peels, or topical treatments used to reduce dark spots and even out skin tone.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

Injectable treatment that uses a patient’s own plasma to promote healing and regeneration in the skin or scalp.

Polynucleotides

Biostimulatory injectables derived from DNA fragments that regenerate and repair skin on a cellular level.

Plexr

Non-surgical skin tightening using plasma technology to sublimate the skin’s surface, commonly used for eyelid lifting.

Profile

Treatment plan aimed at balancing and enhancing the overall profile using dermal fillers and other modalities.

Photo Rejuvenation

General term for light-based treatments (e.g., IPL) aimed at rejuvenating skin tone and reducing signs of ageing.

Q

Q-Switched Laser Treatments

A type of laser used for tattoo removal, pigmentation correction, and rejuvenation by targeting melanin and ink particles.

Quinone-Based Skin Lightening Creams

Prescription-strength topical agents used to treat melasma and hyperpigmentation (e.g., hydroquinone).

R

Radio Frequency

Uses RF energy to heat skin tissue and stimulate collagen production, improving laxity and texture.

Rosacea Treatments

Therapies (like IPL, topical medication, or laser) aimed at reducing redness, flushing, and inflammation.

Russian Lip Fillers

A lip enhancement technique using vertical injections to create a flatter, more lifted shape.

S

Skin Peels

Chemical solutions applied to exfoliate and renew the skin; can vary in depth from superficial to deep.

Skin Resurfacing

Broad term for treatments like laser or microneedling that remove damaged skin layers to improve tone and texture.

Skin Boosters

Injectable treatments (e.g., Profhilo, Seventy Hyal) that hydrate and improve skin texture.

Sclerotherapy

Injection of a solution into thread veins or spider veins to shrink and fade them.

Smokers Lines Treatments

Injections or resurfacing treatments targeting vertical lines above the upper lip.

Sculptra

Collagen-stimulating injectable that gradually restores volume and skin firmness.

Scar Treatments

Range of treatments (e.g., lasers, microneedling, steroid injections) used to reduce the appearance of scars.

T

Thread Lifting

Non-surgical lift using dissolvable threads inserted under the skin to reposition and support tissues.

Tixel

Thermal skin rejuvenation device that improves texture, tightens skin, and treats fine lines with minimal downtime.

U

Ultherapy

FDA-approved ultrasound treatment that lifts and tightens the face and neck without surgery.

Ultrasound

High-frequency sound waves used for lifting, tightening, or enhancing delivery of active ingredients.

Ultracel

Combined ultrasound, radiofrequency, and microneedling device for lifting, tightening, and rejuvenating the skin.

W

Wrinkle Relaxing Injections

Botulinum toxin injections that smooth expression lines by relaxing targeted muscles.

X

Xanthelasma Removal

Treatments (e.g., laser, radiofrequency, or surgery) to remove cholesterol-rich yellowish plaques near the eyelids.

Xeomin

A purified botulinum toxin similar to Botox, used to treat dynamic wrinkles and facial lines.

Y

Yellow Peel

A mild-to-moderate chemical peel containing retinoic acid and other exfoliants used to treat pigmentation, acne, and dull skin.

Youth-Enhancing Facials

Anti-aging facials that incorporate techniques and ingredients designed to improve collagen production and skin radiance.

Z

Zeltiq CoolSculpting

A branded fat-freezing technology (cryolipolysis) used for non-invasive body contouring.

Zinc-Based Acne Therapy

Use of topical or oral zinc formulations to reduce inflammation and bacterial growth in acne-prone skin.