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ESCAD European Society for Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dermatology

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ESCAD - European Society for Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dermatology

The origins of ESCAD
For many years in Europe cosmetic dermatology was not taught as a subject in its own right. Dermatologists only learnt the subject by apprenticeship and by attending congresses. In the last 50 years, life expectancy has increased considerably and people have become much more concerned with their appearance. Dermatologists are the best trained people to meet these new needs. In 1997, three dermatologists and longstanding friends, Pierre André from Paris, Leonardo Marini from Trieste and Christopher Rowland Payne from London, felt there was a need for a scientific Society which would gather together research scientists from the fields of cosmetics and skin ageing together with clinicians specialized in the therapeutic techniques of cosmetic dermatology. The idea of the European Society for Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology (ESCAD) was born. The New ESCAD
ESCAD is a democratic, non-commercial, non-profitmaking medical scientific Learned Society, registered in Paris. In order to meet the present challenges and to support the need of scientific knowledge of its 6,000 members, ESCAD was refunded in Copenhagen in October 2015 and gave birth to New ESCAD. The Society is at the service of its members and of the industry to collaborate and contribute to the well-being of patients all over the world. The most important scientific event promoted by ESCAD is the Annual Scientific Meeting that takes place on the occasion of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) Congress. This mutual collaboration strongly stresses the synergy between ESCAD and EADV. As a matter of fact over the last two years, ESCAD Board members have been actively involved in the scientific organization of the EADV Congress. Many ESCAD members are part of the EADV Board. An international Scientific Committee, which includes members from Europe and other continents, supports ESCAD: during these years, the group has been raising up a strong network of cooperation with other international and national cosmetic dermatological societies. ESCAD aims at fostering the highest standards of patient care in cosmetic and aesthetic dermatology, at facilitating continuing professional development and offers a friendly forum for the sharing of scientific research and innovative techniques. In order to reach the highest standards in this field, ESCAD brings together clinical dermatologists, academic dermatologists, and scientists working in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

Skin quality is becoming a central focus in modern aesthetic medicine. There are several different methods to improve sk...
11/12/2025

Skin quality is becoming a central focus in modern aesthetic medicine.
There are several different methods to improve skin quality.
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Skin quality is becoming a central focus in modern aesthetic medicine. Patients increasingly seek healthier, clearer and...
11/12/2025

Skin quality is becoming a central focus in modern aesthetic medicine. Patients increasingly seek healthier, clearer and more resilient skin, not only volume correction.
Improving skin quality involves addressing texture, elasticity, clarity and hydration. Regenerative cell based therapies, energy based devices and advanced skincare support this shift toward true skin health rather than only contouring.
This approach helps achieve natural, harmonious and long lasting results. It also strengthens patient confidence by improving the condition of the skin itself.

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Nanofat is a next‑generation regenerative treatment in aesthetic medicine that improves skin quality from within. It con...
04/12/2025

Nanofat is a next‑generation regenerative treatment in aesthetic medicine that improves skin quality from within. It contains a high concentration of adipose‑derived stem/stromal cells and growth factors, which support collagen remodeling, skin texture, and overall skin vitality.
Unlike traditional fat grafting, nanofat is ultrafiltered to remove mature fat cells, its goal is not volume, but rejuvenation✨.
It is especially suitable for thin or aging skin (for example on face, neck, or hands), and is often combined with complementary treatments for balanced, natural-looking results.
Clinical studies report improved skin quality, better texture, increased dermal cellularity, collagen and elastic fiber density, often noticeable a few weeks after treatment and persisting over months.
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03/12/2025

Greetings from our President, Dr. Peter Velthuis.

🙌🏻 Become a member of ESCAD. 🙌🏻

💥 We will continue our successful webinar series in 2026 and will be hosting innovative hands-on workshops.
👉🏻 Stay tuned and keep learning! 😎

29/11/2025

Rosacea has two main components. Inflammation and dilated blood vessels. Together they create redness and sensitivity.
Topical treatments can calm inflammation but they do not treat the dilated vessels. Short acting options like brimonidine reduce redness for a few hours but the effect does not last.
For longer lasting improvement, vascular laser and IPL are the most effective options for targeting dilated vessels. They work on the underlying cause of persistent redness.
The best results come from combining treatments. Anti inflammatory care for stability and laser/IPL for vascular correction. This approach gives more consistent and long term control of rosacea.

13/11/2025

A CO2 laser works by precisely removing the top layer of the skin, the epidermis✨. The laser energy gently ablates or vaporizes the outer skin while also heating the deeper dermal layers. This controlled heat boosts collagen production which can result in smoother and firmer skin.
CO2 lasers are commonly used to improve wrinkles, scars, sun damage and overall skin texture.

🛑For melaninrich skin types extra caution is important. Good pre and post treatment skin care lowers the chance of post inflammatory pigmentation changes, and the provider must adjust settings like pulse duration and energy .
In some cases a picosecond laser may be a safer option.


15/10/2025

💻👩‍💻Join our Skin Booster Webinar on October 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM CEST.

👨‍🏫 Speaker: Dr. Peter Velthuis.

👉This session will share evidence-based insights and practical guidance for optimizing skin rejuvenation and hydration strategies.

📑Please note: You will need to apply for ESCAD membership to register. Or you register via email at ESCADSecretariat@logi-vent.de
 

⭐️We’re thrilled to present a new installment of our „Ask the Board: Everything About“ series. The first webinar has alr...
13/10/2025

⭐️We’re thrilled to present a new installment of our „Ask the Board: Everything About“ series.
 
The first webinar has already taken place on September 25 and will soon be available in the members Area. The next two sessions will dive into:
Skin Boosters — Oct 21, 8:00 PM CEST
- BDD — Nov 20, 08:00 PM CEST
 Prerequisite: you must be registered as an ESCAD member.💳

👉Registration via ESCAD membership or ESCADsecretariat@logi-vent.de

See you soon!
 

Join us for the next webinar tomorrow at 8:00 PM, CET, featuring Peter Velthuis and Miray Al-Mustafa. Discover laser-ass...
24/09/2025

Join us for the next webinar tomorrow at 8:00 PM, CET, featuring Peter Velthuis and Miray Al-Mustafa.

Discover laser-assisted peeling and the delivery of peeling agents and other substances. Don’t miss expert insights and live Q&A.

A successful session comes to an end!🙌With nearly 800 participants, ESCAD Society once again drew a full congress hall a...
17/09/2025

A successful session comes to an end!🙌
With nearly 800 participants, ESCAD Society once again drew a full congress hall at EADV Paris. 🇵🇾
Thanks to an exceptional lineup of speakers and presentation topics, the world’s top dermatologists and scientists shared their knowledge.

A big thank you to🙏

Chairs:
Dr. Peter Velthuis
Dr. Miray Al-Mustafa,
Dr. Amanda Onderdijk🙏

Speakers :
Dr. Hema Sundaram,
Dr. Zainab Akbar,
Dr. Sara Khoshnaw, and Professor Keyvan Nouri.🙏

👉If you like to raise, become a member at ESCAD Society!💫

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Join us on September 17th at EADV Paris for the ESCAD Society subspecialty session! 📅🧬🩺 Room: Paris Sud | Time: 10:15 AM...
10/09/2025

Join us on September 17th at EADV Paris for the ESCAD Society subspecialty session! 📅🧬🩺
Room: Paris Sud | Time: 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Don’t miss this insightful session—see you there! session! 📅🧬🩺
Location: Paris Sud | Time: 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Don’t miss this insightful session—see you there!

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ESCAD - European Society for Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dermatology The origins of ESCAD For many years in Europe cosmetic dermatology was not taught as a subject in its own right. Dermatologists only learnt the subject by apprenticeship and by attending congresses. In the last 50 years, life expectancy has increased considerably and people have become much more concerned with their appearance. Dermatologists are the best trained people to meet these new needs. In 1997, three dermatologists and longstanding friends, Pierre André from Paris, Leonardo Marini from Trieste and Christopher Rowland Payne from London, felt there was a need for a scientific Society which would gather together research scientists from the fields of cosmetics and skin ageing together with clinicians specialized in the therapeutic techniques of cosmetic dermatology. The idea of the European Society for Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology (ESCAD) was born. The New ESCAD ESCAD is a democratic, non-commercial, non-profitmaking medical scientific Learned Society, registered in Paris. It consists in a President and an Executive Board. In order to meet the present challenges and to support the need of scientific knowledge of its 6,000 members, ESCAD was refunded in Copenhagen in October 2015 and gave birth to New ESCAD. The Society is at the service of its members and of the industry to collaborate and contribute to the well-being of patients all over the world. The most important scientific event promoted by ESCAD is the Annual Scientific Meeting that takes place on the occasion of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) Congress. This mutual collaboration strongly stresses the synergy between ESCAD and EADV. As a matter of fact over the last two years, ESCAD Board members have been actively involved in the scientific organization of the EADV Congress. Many ESCAD members are part of the EADV Board. An international Scientific Committee, which includes members from Europe and other continents, supports ESCAD: during these years, the group has been raising up a strong network of cooperation with other international and national cosmetic dermatological societies. ESCAD aims at fostering the highest standards of patient care in cosmetic and aesthetic dermatology, at facilitating continuing professional development and offers a friendly forum for the sharing of scientific research and innovative techniques. In order to reach the highest standards in this field, ESCAD brings together clinical dermatologists, academic dermatologists, and scientists working in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.