Glossary of aesthetic-oriented medicine procedures

A skin resurfacing technique that removes the superficial layers of skin to improve its quality and reduce imperfections.

An exfoliating AHA ingredient used to smooth the skin, tighten pores and promote cell renewal.

A molecule naturally present in the skin, used in aesthetic medicine to provide deep hydration and restore facial volume.

A stabilised form of hyaluronic acid, ideal for volumising injections and wrinkle filling.

A gentle AHA with exfoliating and moisturising properties, recommended for evening out the complexion and improving skin radiance.

A fat-soluble BHA effective against imperfections, used to treat acne, enlarged pores and blackheads.

An inflammatory skin condition characterised by comedones, papules and pustules, often linked to excess sebum.

A chronic form of acne without comedones, characterised by diffuse redness, papules and skin hypersensitivity.

A cell specialised in fat storage, targeted by treatments that reduce localised fat deposits.

Excessive accumulation of subcutaneous fat, often localised, treated with cryolipolysis or surgical liposuction.

Partial or diffuse hair loss, which may be hormonal, genetic or
reactive, treated with mesotherapy or PRP.

Localised areas of diet-resistant fat, targeted by aesthetic
techniques such as cryolipolysis.

A method of numbing a specific area to ensure comfort during aesthetic procedures.

Skincare and treatments aimed at slowing signs of skin ageing and preserving a youthful face.

Targeted treatments to reduce under-eye pigmentation or hollows, often using hyaluronic acid.

Aesthetic treatments for smoothing wrinkles and fine lines, including injections, peels and laser.

A medicinal plant used to reduce bruising and help swelling subside after aesthetic procedures.

Strict hygiene measures designed to prevent contamination during aesthetic procedures.

An imbalance between the two sides of the face, corrected with targeted injections to harmonise volume.

Skin laxity around the jaw, often associated with ageing, corrected with lifting threads or injections.

Natural harmony of the features, enhanced through personalised aesthetic care aimed at facial radiance and balance.

An aesthetic approach that reveals beauty while respecting ideal proportions and the face's natural lines.

A semi-permanent treatment using tinted serums to even out the complexion, brighten the skin and conceal imperfections.

A technique that reactivates natural collagen and elastin production to improve firmness and skin quality.

Injections of revitalising ingredients, including hyaluronic acid, to hydrate, tone and restore skin radiance.

Cosmetic eyelid surgery to remove excess skin and bags and rejuvenate the eyes.

A nonsurgical alternative to blepharoplasty using plasma or laser to tighten the eyelid without an incision.

Noninvasive techniques for sculpting the figure, reducing fat deposits and toning the skin.

A fatty enlargement at the base of the neck, often related to posture or hormones, treatable with surgical liposuction.

Used to relax the muscles responsible for expression lines.

Localised excess fat, often on the abdomen or flanks, treated with cryolipolysis or liposuction techniques.

Deep fat pads in the cheeks ; surgically reducing them slims the face for a more sculpted effect.

A flexible instrument used to inject fillers precisely and without trauma, reducing the risk of bruising.

Relating to hair or fine blood vessels ; in aesthetics, often concerns microcirculation or scalp treatments.

A technique using medical carbon dioxide to stimulate microcirculation, firm the skin and reduce cellulite.

An “orange peel” appearance caused by changes in subcutaneous fat, treated with massage, radiofrequency or injections.

A type of cellulite linked to water retention and poor lymphatic circulation, often soft and relatively painless.

Long-standing, compact cellulite that is difficult to reduce, characterised by painful nodules and marked unevenness.

Soft cellulite associated with localised fat accumulation, often found on the thighs, hips or buttocks.

A hypertrophic scar extending beyond the original injury, caused by an excessive skin healing response.

A mark left by an injury or procedure ; aesthetic treatments aim to reduce it or make it less visible.

Vertical lines above the lips associated with ageing or smoking, often treated with laser or targeted injections.

A structural skin protein providing firmness and elasticity ; its production declines with age, hence the value of stimulating treatments.

Injectable or topical substances that restart natural collagen production for a lasting firming effect.

The lower part of the nose between the nostrils ; sometimes adjusted during cosmetic rhinoplasty to refine the nasal profile.

A technique involving injections of products such as hyaluronic acid to smooth wrinkles or restore facial volume.

An essential step in assessing aesthetic needs, establishing a personalised treatment plan and building trust.

A patented noninvasive cryolipolysis technique that destroys fat cells through cooling, without surgery or social downtime.

Visible muscle bands in the neck associated with ageing.

A blend of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, referring to highly effective skincare often used alongside aesthetic procedures.

Visible dilated facial capillaries, often caused by fragile blood vessels, treated with vascular laser.

A physiological formation of small papules around the glans, benign and unrelated to dermatological or infectious diseases.

A noninvasive method that removes fat deposits through controlled cooling, without surgery or scars.

Hollows or discolouration beneath the eyes, treated with injections, laser or targeted care to rejuvenate and brighten the eyes.

An area often affected by ageing ; aesthetic treatments aim to redefine, smooth and rejuvenate the mouth.

The delicate area between the neck and chest, prone to skin ageing.

A mechanical abrasion technique to smooth the skin, reduce scars and even out skin texture.

A roller fitted with microneedles, used in microneedling to stimulate skin regeneration and improve ingredient penetration.

A speciality at the intersection of aesthetic medicine and dermatology, dedicated to improving skin appearance without surgery.

The deep skin layer containing collagen, elastin and blood vessels ; the main target of rejuvenation treatments.

A laser procedure that fragments tattoo pigments so the body can gradually eliminate them.

A naturally occurring precursor hormone whose levels decline with age, sometimes used in anti-ageing medicine for its revitalising effects.

Gentle massage stimulating lymphatic circulation, used to detoxify, reduce water retention and improve skin tone.

Fat accumulation or laxity beneath the chin, treated with cryolipolysis, radiofrequency.

An abnormality of skin pigmentation encompassing brown spots, redness or depigmentation, often treated with peels or laser.

Temporary bruises caused by ruptured capillaries beneath the skin, common after injections and benign.

An essential skin protein responsible for suppleness and elasticity, whose production declines with age.

A technique using electrical impulses to tone muscles, firm the skin and improve body contours.

The superficial skin layer, an essential protective barrier targeted by exfoliating and regenerating aesthetic treatments.

A method of lasting hair removal using laser or intense pulsed light, suitable for all areas of the body and face.

Diffuse facial redness caused by fragile blood vessels, often preceding couperose, treated with vascular laser.

A medical field aimed at improving physical appearance without surgery while respecting the balance and natural appearance of the features.

The pursuit of harmony and beauty in facial and bodily proportions, the foundation of every carefully considered aesthetic procedure.

The shedding of dead cells to smooth the skin, refine its texture and boost complexion radiance.

A manual or instrument-assisted technique for removing blackheads and unclogging pores to purify the skin.

Insufficient buttock volume or curvature, corrected with filler injections, muscle stimulation or implants.

Thickening of connective tissue, often associated with chronic inflammation or a procedure, which can stiffen treated areas.

Injectable substances such as hyaluronic acid used to fill wrinkles, restore volume and sculpt the face.

Absorbable threads inserted beneath the skin to lift and redefine facial contours without surgery or scars.

A skin quality linked to collagen and elastin density, enhanced by firming skincare and deep stimulation techniques.

Protection against UV radiation using mineral or chemical filters, essential for preventing skin ageing.

Irritation or inflammation caused by repeated contact, promoting pigmentation, redness or keratoses.

The area between the eyebrows, often marked by vertical expression lines.

Mechanical or chemical exfoliation that removes dead cells, refines skin texture and restores complexion radiance.

Adipose tissue that stores energy and provides volume, the main target of body reshaping treatments.

Sagging skin on the lower face forming vertical folds, often linked to loss of tone or facial muscle activity and treated with Skinboosters.

An increase in body mass, often through fat accumulation ; it can affect facial contours and volume.

Excessive development of male breast tissue, corrected with surgery or targeted liposuction.

A temporary compression garment that visually slims the figure and supports tissues after certain aesthetic treatments.

The face's natural, harmonious curves, often restored with injections to redefine the cheekbones, facial outline or chin.

Aesthetic techniques that balance facial features for a natural, proportionate and elegant result.

A bluish mark beneath the skin caused by minor bleeding after injections or trauma, which disappears within a few days.

A technology providing intense muscle stimulation through an electromagnetic field, used to tone and sculpt the body effortlessly.

High-intensity focused ultrasound used to tighten the skin, stimulate collagen and firm tissues without surgery.

A hyaluronic acid volumising filler specifically designed for body contouring, such as the buttocks or calves.

An increase in the volume of a tissue, often muscle or glandular tissue, which can cause aesthetic imbalances.

Excessive perspiration, often troublesome.

The deepest skin layer, rich in fat cells, often targeted by lipolysis or cryolipolysis treatments.

Maintaining optimal water levels in the skin to preserve suppleness, radiance and youthfulness, supported by topical skincare or mesotherapy.

Brown spots caused by excess melanin, often due to sun, age or inflammation, treated with laser or peels.

A medical device inserted into tissues to restore or create volume, used particularly in breast, buttock or hair surgery.

A common condition in women, treated in aesthetic medicine with noninvasive technologies such as HIFEM or vaginal laser to strengthen the pelvic floor.

A locally hardened area of skin that may appear after an injection or inflammation, generally benign and temporary.

Conditions caused by bacteria, viruses or fungi that contraindicate any aesthetic procedure when present in the treatment area.

A local injection of an active substance, often used to treat inflammation or pain, or for regenerative care.

A natural revitalisation method using the patient's platelet-rich plasma to stimulate skin or hair regeneration.

Superficial injections into the dermis to hydrate, revitalise or treat fine lines without changing volume.

An aesthetic technique using hyaluronic acid to redefine, hydrate or subtly increase lip volume.

Filling procedures using injectable products to correct wrinkles, restore volume and harmonise the features.

A technology using gentle heat to firm the skin, improve circulation and stimulate collagen production.

An excessive skin reaction to a product or treatment, causing redness, tingling or irritation.

Loss of cheek volume, often related to age or fat depletion, corrected with volumising injections to restore facial balance.

A dermatological or aesthetic treatment that removes dead cells from the stratum corneum, particularly to smooth thickened or keratotic skin.

A structural protein found in the skin, hair and nails ; targeted by strengthening haircare and smoothing treatments.

A benign lesion formed by sebum accumulating beneath the skin, often removed in aesthetic medicine for cosmetic reasons or comfort.

An aesthetic procedure to reduce or reshape the labia minora for functional or cosmetic reasons.

Skin sagging associated with age or collagen loss, often treated with radiofrequency, HIFU or lifting threads.

Light technology used in phototherapy to stimulate cell regeneration, soothe inflammation and improve complexion radiance.

A facial rejuvenation technique that repositions sagging tissues to restore volume and contours. A facelift may be surgical or medical (laser and hyaluronic acid injections).

Cosmetic surgery that corrects laxity of the neck and lower face for an overall rejuvenated, natural result. A face and neck lift can also be performed using hyaluronic acid injections or laser, but results are less pronounced than with surgery.

A procedure to smooth forehead wrinkles and raise the eyebrows, giving the eyes a more open, rested appearance.

Techniques (hyaluronic acid, laser, HIFU, radiofrequency) that tighten the skin without incisions or general anaesthesia.

A targeted lift of the eyebrow tail to raise the eyes and smooth crow's feet without changing expressions.

Hyaluronic acid injections into the lips to plump, hydrate or correct asymmetry for a natural result.

Targeted destruction of fat cells through cryolipolysis or radiofrequency to slim specific localised areas.

Advanced technology used in aesthetics to treat pigmentation, wrinkles, redness, unwanted hair or scars, depending on its wavelength.

A powerful laser that removes superficial and/or deep skin layers to stimulate complete regeneration with a pronounced rejuvenating effect.

A gentle laser that works without removing skin, improving quality, tone and radiance without social downtime.

Dark skin spots caused by sun, age or hormonal changes, treated with laser, peels or intense pulsed light.

Vertical lines above the lips associated with age or smoking, reduced with injections, laser or resurfacing techniques.

Exposure to specific light to regulate mood, boost skin radiance or support cell regeneration.

Losing weight by reducing body fat, often accompanied by aesthetic treatments to redefine the figure.

Localised hormonal hyperpigmentation on the face, worsened by sun exposure and treated with peels, laser or depigmenting skincare.

An aesthetic treatment combining a tightening mask and moisturising ingredients to firm the skin and smooth fine lines. Results are temporary.

The amount of adipose tissue, localised or generalised. Localised fat is targeted by cryolipolysis or body reshaping techniques.

A strategic injection technique developed by Dr de Maio to harmonise the face while respecting its anatomical support points.

Medical, nonsurgical procedures aimed at improving physical appearance and preventing skin ageing.

A comprehensive discipline addressing aesthetics, nutrition, wellbeing and slowing cellular ageing.

A facial mesotherapy technique that injects a revitalising cocktail to hydrate, smooth and restore skin radiance.

A superficial peel combined with mesotherapy to exfoliate gently, even out the complexion and boost cell regeneration.

Superficial microinjections of active ingredients (vitamins, hyaluronic acid) to revitalise the skin, stimulate hair growth or firm body skin.

Mesotherapy used for cosmetic purposes to treat wrinkles, skin laxity, cellulite or hair loss.

A technique using fine needles to stimulate collagen production, improve skin quality and reduce scars or stretch marks.

Gentle mechanical exfoliation of the superficial skin layer, smoothing texture, boosting radiance and stimulating cell renewal.

Micropuncture of the scalp combined with serums or PRP to stimulate follicles and promote hair regrowth.

Semi-permanent tattooing used to redefine the eyebrows, lips or scalp with a natural, lasting effect.

Slimming the figure, often in specific areas, using techniques such as cryolipolysis, HIFEM or slimming treatments.

The study of body shapes and proportions, essential in aesthetic medicine for adapting treatments to individual characteristics.

A noninvasive aesthetic procedure using fillers to correct nasal imperfections, refine the profile and balance facial harmony.

A targeted dietary strategy to slow cellular ageing, prevent oxidation and improve the skin's overall appearance.

Essential elements such as vitamins A, C, E, zinc and omega-3, supporting tissue health, vitality and beauty.

The epidermis's natural moisturising complex, composed of amino acids, lactates and urea, essential for maintaining supple, well-hydrated skin.

Temporary swelling after an aesthetic injection, generally benign, caused by a local inflammatory reaction or water retention.

Female hormones playing an essential role in skin elasticity, hydration and radiance ; declining levels promote skin ageing.

Mechanical therapy used to smooth cellulite, stimulate circulation and promote skin firmness through targeted microvibrations.

A process essential for cell regeneration ; improved by certain aesthetic treatments to restore radiance and stimulate skin metabolism.

A chemical, enzymatic or mechanical exfoliation technique used to improve skin quality, reduce pigmentation and smooth wrinkles.

Application of an acid solution to exfoliate skin layers and stimulate cell renewal.

A resurfacing technique using a laser beam to exfoliate the skin and treat wrinkles, scars and pigmentation irregularities.

A peel reaching the papillary dermis, ideal for treating pigmentation, fine lines and moderate irregularities.

A highly active peel penetrating the reticular dermis, used to correct pronounced wrinkles, scars or advanced ageing.

Light exfoliation of the epidermis to restore radiance, refine skin texture and reduce minor imperfections.

A technique using intense pulsed light (IPL) to reduce pigmentation, redness and fine lines and improve overall skin quality.

Classification of skin types according to their reaction to the sun, from I to VI, essential for adapting aesthetic treatments.

Very fair skin, light eyes, burns easily, never tans — extremely sun-sensitive.

Fair skin, often with red or blonde hair, burns easily, tans poorly — high sun sensitivity.

Intermediate skin tone, brown hair, burns moderately, tans gradually — moderate sensitivity.

Olive skin, rarely burns, tans easily — good sun tolerance.

Dark skin, very rarely burns, tans deeply — very good natural protection.

Black skin, never burns — maximum natural photoprotection.

Natural skin colour caused by melanin, subject to imbalances (hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation) treated in aesthetic medicine.

Lines descending from the corners of the mouth towards the chin, associated with sagging facial contours, treated with fillers or lifting techniques.

Numerous fine lines caused by photoageing, often on the cheeks or décolletage, improved with peels or lasers.

Localised fat deposits on the flanks, difficult to eliminate through exercise alone, targeted with cryolipolysis or liposuction.

A drainage technique using pneumatic pressure to stimulate lymphatic circulation and reduce water retention.

Autologous injections using the patient's growth factors to regenerate skin, increase hair density or improve healing.

An essential criterion for adapting aesthetic treatments : fine lines (mesotherapy, Skinboosters), moderate wrinkles (hyaluronic acid), deep wrinkles (laser, fillers).

Enlarged follicular openings, often linked to excess sebum production, skin laxity or ageing. They can be reduced with regulating skincare, gentle peels, laser or microneedling.

The skin's combined characteristics : density, radiance, hydration, tone.

High-frequency laser technology used for tattoo removal, pigmentation treatment and skin rejuvenation without ablation.

Techniques that stimulate collagen and elastin fibre synthesis to restore skin tone and density.

A noninvasive technology that heats deep tissues to stimulate collagen synthesis, smooth wrinkles and firm the skin.

A comprehensive aesthetic approach aimed at restoring a youthful, fresh and natural appearance without altering facial expressions.

Targeted treatments (peels, lasers, mesotherapy) to improve skin quality and correct signs of ageing.

An aesthetic technique using absorbable lifting threads inserted beneath the skin to stimulate tissue regeneration and restore density to lax areas.

Harmonious reorganisation of skin, facial or body volume and contours to restore aesthetic balance.

Noninvasive or surgical treatments to slim, sculpt and redefine body contours without affecting muscle mass.

Stimulation of skin regeneration mechanisms through techniques such as collagen stimulators, radiofrequency or fractional laser.

A skin regeneration technique that exfoliates skin layers to correct wrinkles, scars or irregularities.

Replacing age-related volume loss with injectables to restore facial structure, balance and youthfulness.

Cosmetic or functional nose surgery to correct its shape, size or symmetry while respecting facial harmony.

Nose correction with hyaluronic acid injections for harmonious, reversible reshaping, without anaesthesia or social downtime.

A permanent skin fold associated with age, repeated expressions or collagen loss, which can be reduced with various aesthetic techniques.

Dynamic wrinkles caused by repeated facial muscle contractions, effectively treated with botulinum toxin.

Fine lines around the eyes, accentuated by smiling or blinking.

Horizontal folds caused by contraction of the frontalis muscle.

Vertical lines between the eyebrows reflecting concentration or tension, corrected with botulinum toxin injections or fillers depending on their depth.

Nasolabial folds extending from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth, softened with fillers or nonsurgical lifting techniques.

A combination of static and dynamic wrinkles requiring a personalised treatment plan combining fillers and muscle relaxation.

Deep, established wrinkles, often caused by bone and tissue loss, requiring volumising injections or a facelift.

A fine, superficial wrinkle often associated with dehydration or early ageing, reduced with Skinboosters, PRX-T33 peels or mesotherapy.

A lip injection technique creating a defined heart shape with vertical volume and a clear contour, without a “duck lips” effect.

A state of physical, mental and social wellbeing, the foundation of lasting aesthetic care within a preventive, comprehensive approach.

Intimate discomfort associated with declining hormones or age, treated with gynaecological laser, radiofrequency or regenerative injections.

A biostimulatory injectable containing poly-L-lactic acid, used to gradually restore volume and improve skin quality.

The body's overall outline, which can be slimmed, redefined or harmonised using noninvasive or surgical reshaping techniques.

A synthetic material used particularly in breast or buttock implants ; nonabsorbable, it provides a lasting volumising solution.

Folds extending from the sides of the nose to the corners of the lips, softened with hyaluronic acid injections or targeted lifting.

A fluid, lightly cross-linked hyaluronic acid used for deep hydration and improved skin radiance and suppleness without adding volume.

A treatment to restore the skin's hydrolipidic film, often enriched with hyaluronic acid, vitamins and antioxidants.

An injectable medical treatment designed to restore volume and density to hollow or dehydrated facial areas.

The skin's ability to deform without creasing, dependent on elastin and hydration levels and targeted by anti-ageing skincare.

Excessive accumulation of localised adipose tissue, often resistant to diets, targeted with lipolysis or cryolipolysis.

Overall excess weight, which can affect aesthetic results and requires a complementary nutritional and morphological approach.

Uneven skin texture caused by scars, enlarged pores or photoageing, corrected with peels, laser or microneedling.

Areas of hyperpigmentation caused by sun, age or hormones, treated with laser, intense pulsed light or depigmenting skincare.

An acid used in medium-depth to deep peels to smooth the skin, reduce wrinkles and pigmentation and improve skin quality.

Lack of skin radiance linked to oxidation, tiredness or poor circulation, treated with revitalising care, LED or gentle peels.

Fat cells located in the hypodermis, targeted by aesthetic treatments to slim or reshape the body.

Stimulation of muscle fibres through electrostimulation or HIFEM to firm the figure and improve posture.

Combined protocols (shock waves, radiofrequency, cryolipolysis) to smooth the skin, activate microcirculation and reduce dimpling.

Targeted reduction of submental fat using cryolipolysis, hyaluronic acid injections, to define facial contours and reduce the deposit beneath the chin.

A technology combining radiofrequency, muscle activation and lymphatic drainage to firm the skin and eliminate localised fat.

A gentle, personalised aesthetic approach for mature skin, focusing on skin nourishment, tone and comfort.

A noninvasive focused ultrasound treatment to lift and firm the skin by stimulating collagen synthesis.

Mechanical waves used in aesthetics to improve ingredient penetration, stimulate circulation or firm tissues.

Precision technology (HIFU) concentrating energy in deep skin layers for a lifting effect without surgery.

A gentle method using ultrasound to activate microcirculation, promote regeneration and optimise skincare.

A noninvasive procedure using a medical laser to stimulate collagen production and firm vaginal tissues, improving tone and intimate comfort.

The hollow between the inner eye corner and the cheek, often associated with volume loss or tired-looking eyes, corrected with hyaluronic acid injections.

Small, dilated vessels visible beneath the skin, often on the legs or face, effectively treated with vascular laser or sclerotherapy.

Skin streaks caused by ruptured dermal fibres, often associated with hormonal or weight changes, treated with laser.

An essential element of facial aesthetics, which can be redefined or increased with injections for a full, harmonious effect.

An injectable substance, generally containing hyaluronic acid, used to restore lost volume and redefine facial contours.

Analysis and correction of facial volume according to ideal proportions, using targeted filling techniques to restore overall harmony.

A modern, supportive anti-ageing approach aimed at ageing beautifully and harmoniously through preventive, natural and tailored care.

Fluid accumulation in tissues, often associated with poor circulation, which can be reduced with lymphatic drainage or pressotherapy.

A yellowish subcutaneous lipid deposit, often on the eyelids and of metabolic origin, which can be removed with laser, peels or surgery.

Excessive skin dryness caused by impairment of the hydrolipidic film, requiring nourishing, lipid-replenishing and deeply hydrating skincare.

Targeted treatments (injections, laser, radiofrequency) to smooth wrinkles, reduce dark circles and firm the delicate skin around the eyes.

Volume loss beneath the eye socket or in the upper eyelid, creating a tired or aged appearance, treated with hyaluronic acid filler suited to this area.

Under-eye bags linked to water retention, tiredness or skin laxity ; improved with drainage, radiofrequency or laser.

Specific areas of the face or body that can be treated with injections (forehead, lips, folds, cheekbones, chin).

The central face (forehead, nose, chin), often prone to shine, imperfections and enlarged pores, requiring specific care.

The cheekbones, essential to facial harmony ; enhancing them with injections lifts the face and defines the features.