Dr Dev Patel, 121 Winter Road, Portsmouth (2025)

28/08/2025

I’m pleased to be joining the Gloves Off Panel: Aesthetic Treatments – Trendy or Timeless? at this year’s CCR London.⁣
⁣
In a landscape driven by innovation, social trends and evolving patient expectations, it’s more important than ever to discern what’s genuinely effective from what’s just trending.⁣
⁣
I’ll be joined by a wonderful line-up of practitioners for a conversation led by Alice Hart-Davis, as we explore:
✔️ What treatments are gaining traction
✔️ What’s falling out of favour
✔️ What has proven staying power in modern aesthetics
⁣
If you’re attending CCR London, I’d hope to see you there.
⁣
🗓 Thursday 25th September
🕓 16:30 – 16:55
📍 In Practice Theatre
⁣

20/08/2025

Thanks to Living360 for featuring my comments and opinion on Kim Kardashian’s latest launch, the Skims Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap.

While the product makes bold claims about sculpting and tightening the face, I explained why there’s little scientific evidence to support long-term results. At best, compression garments may offer short-term improvements in puffiness through fluid redistribution, much like the marks left on your skin by tight socks.

I also highlighted the potential downsides of prolonged compression, such as skin irritation, impaired lymphatic flow, and barrier disruption if used incorrectly.

When it comes to achieving real, lasting improvements in facial tone and skin health, my advice remains the same: focus on evidence-based solutions such as energy-based devices (radiofrequency, ultrasound), collagen-boosting skincare, and maintaining good lifestyle habits.

It’s always encouraging to see a wider conversation about beauty standards and product claims, and I’m glad to contribute a voice of science and clarity to the discussion.

🔗 You can read the full article via the link in my bio

16/08/2025

Yesterday marked 78 years of India’s independence (15th August 1947). A day not only of remembrance, but of reflection. For me, as a proud Brit of Indian heritage, it is a moment to honour the courage of my parents who journeyed here from India, and the resilience of a nation whose roots run deep in science, philosophy, and healing.

India’s contributions to the world go far beyond politics or history. From the wisdom of Ayurveda — a system of health and balance thousands of years old — to yoga, meditation, and plant-based remedies, many of these traditions now find resonance in Western medicine and lifestyle. We are rediscovering that true health is not just the absence of disease, but the harmony of body, mind, and spirit.

As a doctor, I am reminded that progress is not about choosing between East and West, but about learning from both. Modern medicine saves lives. Ancient medicine teaches us how to live. Together, they offer us a path not only to longer years, but to better ones.

So today, I celebrate my Indian heritage, my British identity, and the universal pursuit of health and freedom. 🌍✨

Happy Independence Day 🇮🇳

15/08/2025

I’m pleased to have my comments featured in The Industry Beauty, responding to the Government’s new measures for our sector.

As many of you know, patient safety has always been my top priority. While this announcement is a positive step forward, especially for high-risk procedures like filler injections to the breasts and ge****ls, we must ensure these protections are not just proposed but enforced. And of course, we also need the government to show more urgency regarding the wider sphere of aesthetic procedures too!

Legislation must be clear, robust, and implemented without delay, because every day without it is another day patients remain at risk. Let’s keep the pressure on, keep the conversation alive, and make sure these changes become law.

📖 Read the full article via the link in my bio.

08/08/2025

Grateful to have my comments featured in the latest piece by PBL Magazine, covering the government’s long-overdue crackdown on unsafe aesthetic procedures.

As many of you know, I’ve been vocal for years about the urgent need for tighter laws to protect patients, not just regulations, but actual criminal consequences for those performing high-risk treatments without proper qualifications or facilities.

This is a welcome step in the right direction. Let’s keep pushing for real change in our industry.

👉 Read the full article via the link in my bio
🔗 https://www.pblmagazine.co.uk/news/government-announces-crackdown-on-unsafe-aesthetic-procedures

06/08/2025

August marks Psoriasis Awareness Month, and throughout this month I’ll be shining a light on this often misunderstood skin condition.

➡️ Did you know? Around 1.1 million people in the UK live with psoriasis, yet it remains surrounded by confusion and stigma.

In this series, I’ll be covering:
✔️ What psoriasis really is
✔️ Common myths vs facts
✔️ Lifestyle triggers
✔️ Treatment options and skin support

This is more than just a skin condition, it’s an immune-mediated disorder that can affect quality of life, confidence, and mental health. Awareness leads to understanding, and understanding leads to better support.

💬 Follow along this month, ask your questions in the comments

28/07/2025

☀️ It’s Not All About the Sunscreen 💡
You’ve heard it a thousand times, wear your SPF. But is that really enough?

Join me LIVE on Wednesday 30th July at 20:30 GMT as I dive deeper into skin protection. From antioxidants to lifestyle tweaks, I’ll be sharing what really makes the difference in protecting your skin.

Tap the 🔔 to set a reminder and come with your questions, I’ll be answering them live.

16/07/2025

Is SPF 50 really worth the hype? 🔍

You’ve probably been told to go as high as possible with your sunscreen, but is SPF 50 that much better than SPF 30?

Yes, protection matters, but formulation, reapplication, and UVA coverage matter more.

A well-formulated SPF 25 can sometimes outperform an SPF 50 if the latter isn’t applied correctly or lacks broad-spectrum protection.

Plus, combining your SPF with antioxidants like Vitamin C can amplify your defence against sun-induced ageing.

👉 Swipe through to reveal the real difference, and what matters most when protecting your skin.

16/06/2025

No Shame in the Game: Men’s Health, Skin & Self-Care 👨🏻‍⚕️

This Men’s Health Month, I’m hosting an Instagram Live to open up the conversation around men’s skin and self-care.

Whether it’s acne, ageing, stress or skincare confusion, it’s time to break the stigma and talk about it.

🗓️ LIVE on Instagram: Wednesday 18th June at 12PM GMT
🎙️ Topic: Men’s Health, Skin & Self-Care
🔔 Set a reminder and join the chat.

Got a question you want covered? Drop it in the comments or send me a DM, all questions welcome 👌

13/06/2025

Not All Acne Is the Same, and Neither Is the Solution.

Acne isn’t one-size-fits-all.
From blackheads and whiteheads to deep cysts, nodules, and post-inflammatory scarring, each type needs its own clinical approach.

Swipe through to understand:
🔹 The difference between non-inflammatory and inflammatory acne
🔹 How to manage nodules, pseudocysts, and post-acne marks
🔹 Why tailored, science-backed solutions are key

💡 Did you know?
Cystic and hormonal acne often require a completely different protocol than comedonal acne, and post-acne erythema can persist long after the lesions heal.

If you’re struggling with acne or post-acne scarring, it’s important to seek advice from an expert who can provide comprehensive, evidence-based advice. A thorough assessment including examination is also vital to ensure correct diagnosis. 👌

09/06/2025

June is Acne Awareness Month.
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions, affecting people of all ages, not just teenagers. In the UK, around 80% of those aged 11 to 30 experience acne at some point, and many continue to be affected well into adulthood.

It’s more than just a skin issue, acne can deeply impact confidence, self-esteem, and mental wellbeing.

This month, I’ll be exploring acne in more detail: what causes it, how it presents, and the most effective ways to treat it. If you’re dealing with acne, know that you’re not alone, support and solutions are out there. 👌

05/06/2025

🌱 World Environment Day 🌍
Today I had the joy of planting a coconut tree at this hotel in The Maldives — a shining example of what sustainable hospitality can look like. 🌴

One thing I truly admire here is their commitment to reducing plastic waste. The hotel filters its own water and provides it in refillable glass bottles — cutting out the need for transportation, plastic packaging, and single-use waste.

Sadly, this kind of approach is still rare. So many hotels around the world continue to hand out thousands of plastic water bottles daily. It’s genuinely shocking. (See my tip below so at least you don’t contribute to this waste whilst on holiday.)

Going forward, I’m making it a point to ask more questions before I book:
• Do you offer filtered water in refillable glass bottles?
• Are you actively reducing single-use plastics?
• How are you protecting your local environment?

💧 My tip for fellow travellers: take a reusable water bottle and use it throughout your stay. Say no to plastic straws, stirrers, and unnecessary packaging. These small acts really do add up.

🌊 Did you know?
• Over 11 million metric tonnes of plastic enter our oceans each year.
• Plastic straws, though just a small portion of that, still rank in the top 10 items found in beach clean-ups.
• Their small size makes them easily mistaken for food by marine life — with devastating consequences.

I know we can always do more — I certainly can — but every small action is cumulatively huge for our planet. Let’s travel with more care, intention, and respect. 💚🌍

Dr Dev Patel

28/08/2025

20/08/2025

16/08/2025

15/08/2025

08/08/2025

06/08/2025

28/07/2025

16/07/2025

16/06/2025

13/06/2025

09/06/2025

05/06/2025

Address

Website

Alerts

Contact The Practice

Shortcuts

Share

Category