New Study Shows Hyaluronic Acid Fillers May Last Longer Than Expected While Hyaluronic Acid (HA) fillers are purported to last between 3 and 12 months, a recent study has uncovered that HA Fillers may in fact last longer than what was originally thought. Dermal fillers......
18 June, 2021
THE RISE AND RISE OF NON-INVASIVE AESTHETIC TREATMENTS IN THE POST COVID ERA As our return to normality is forging ahead in 2021, so too, is the increase in demand for non-invasive aesthetic treatments. Non-surgical procedures have gathered even more momentum in the post COVID19......
31 March, 2021
NO ROOM FOR COMPLACENCY AS COSMETIC MEDICAL PRACTICES START TO REOPEN The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) welcomes the government’s three-step plan to ease restrictions and enable the staged reopening of businesses across Australia. This news sees cosmetic medical practices nationwide, gradually reopening their......
14 May, 2020
Clearly, the demand for cosmetic medical procedures continues to grow. Recent research has uncovered that the main driving force for this upsurge, especially among millennials is social media. The images produced in selfies, along with enhancement apps simply do not reflect what is real…and selfies......
15 April, 2019The NSW Parliamentary Committee on the Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC) has released the results of its recent hearings and The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) applauds the positive steps being taken following the involvement of CPCA President Dr Michael Molton and Past President......
23 November, 2018The pursuit of plump cheeks, smooth foreheads and perfect pouts has seen a massive surge in the number of cosmetic injectable procedures being performed. While these procedures are very much now considered the norm, there still remains a great deal of confusion among patients as......
23 October, 2018While most people consider acne a teenage skin condition, it has increasingly become a common concern for adults with psychological consequences that extend far beyond the teenage years. Dr Douglas Grose, President of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) is particularly passionate about treating......
16 April, 2018
While we are all aware of the rewards or positive outcomes of cosmetic procedures, in recent times, the potential risks and dangers of treatments performed both in Australia and abroad, have also surfaced. While there is always the risk vs reward factor to consider with......
15 February, 2018The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia strongly supports the announcement by the Medical Board of Australia that it has enhanced the design of “a Professional Performance Framework to ensure all registered medical practitioners practise competently and ethically throughout their working lives”. The CPCA represents 200......
11 December, 2017Bella Media and Raw Vision Marketing are excited to announce their appointment by the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) as its PR and communications agency. The appointment is timely with the recent media focus on patient safety and the importance of doctors’ expertise, as......
19 November, 2017The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) welcomes the Therapeutic Goods Administration’s (TGA’s) decision to publish directions for health professionals and beauty clinics regarding the advertising of cosmetic services using Schedule 4 (prescription-only) substances, such as botulinum toxin, and the fines that apply for breaching......
24 May, 2017Aussie blokes’ attitudes to non-surgical cosmetic treatments to combat premature ageing have changed significantly in recent years. The latest survey1 conducted by the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA), indicates 75 per cent of Australian men now think it’s acceptable to have anti-ageing treatments to......
23 March, 2017The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) is increasingly concerned about public safety following another story (published by a West Australian newspaper) about patients suffering serious injuries from treatments using intense pulsed light (IPL) equipment conducted by someone without the appropriate training. Laser and IPL......
31 December, 2016Figures released today from the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia’s (CPCA) latest annual survey of attitudes to non-surgical cosmetic procedures suggests that more Australians than ever are considering such treatments (35 per cent) and just over a quarter of respondents (26 per cent) having had......
09 September, 2016The latest finding from the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) annual survey has found that one in ten Australians (10 per cent) admit to having non-surgical cosmetic treatments performed in a home environment, rather than at a doctor’s clinic1 – almost double the number......
14 July, 2016Australian’s are continuing to spend up on cosmetic procedures, according to figures released by the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA). The estimates reveal Australian’s annual spend on minimally or non-invasive cosmetic procedures has topped the $1 billion mark for the first time. CPCA estimates......
30 May, 2016The Non-Surgical Symposium (NSS) is returning to Australia again on June 2nd and will draw together hundreds of medical practitioners from across the country. The NSS, which started in 2012, is co-hosted by the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) and the Australasian Society of......
25 May, 2016The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) is broadly supportive of the Medical Board of Australia’s (MBA’s) newly issued guidelines on cosmetic medical and surgical procedures. However, the CPCA does have significant concerns about specific elements of the guidelines. In particular, while point 7.2 of......
11 May, 2016Women have long been told, that a stitch in time saves nine, when it comes to facial aging. Men, it appears, are catching up. The latest survey1 by the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA), indicated that 79 per cent of Aussie blokes, who have......
31 March, 2016An overwhelming number of Australians feel it is acceptable to use non-surgical cosmetic procedures to diminish the signs of ageing. More then three quarters (79 per cent) of those surveyed by The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA), view non-surgical cosmetic procedures as a suitable......
28 February, 2016The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA), estimates that Australians’ spent more than $890 million in the past twelve months, on minimally or non-invasive cosmetic procedures. This is a 5 per cent increase from 2014. It appears that the growing acceptability of minimally or non-invasive cosmetic......
11 October, 2015The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia is please to announce the appointment of its inaugural Board, following the first convocation of the College in Sydney on 29 August 2015. To read more on this media release, please click here....
01 September, 2015The Cosmetic Physicians Society of Australasia (CPSA) is pleased to announce the establishment of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia and its inaugural Board. The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia was established following a decision by CPSA members at their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 30 August......
09 November, 2014
The CPCA is pleased to introduce the new WhatsApp community group, CPCA Global! All financial College members are invited to join the group without delay to ensure they do not miss out on receiving NEWS as it BREAKS! Receive important College announcements/broadcasts in real time......
10 March, 2023
Discover EMERALD™ laser by Erchonia® the world’s first diode laser for non-invasive fat reduction About the Webinar Presented by internationally renowned, Dr Munir Somji from UK’s Award Winning Medical Aesthetics clinic. This 1-hour webinar will provide you with a first-hand introduction to Green Laser Technology......
09 February, 2023
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08 February, 2023
Check out this year’s full line up of speakers, including several of our members, via https://www.cosmedicon.com.au/speakers.html...
31 January, 2023
The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) is proud to announce the launch of the 52900WA Graduate Certificate of Cosmetic Medicine. This marks a significant milestone in the training of doctors wanting to learn how to perform cosmetic procedures in Australia. It is the first......
19 January, 2023
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17 January, 2023
Preliminary Essentials of Cosmetic Medicine is a 6-week online, entry-level course recently released by the CPCA. This course is ideal for medical practitioners who are looking to get into cosmetic medicine in Australia or who are relatively new to the industry. This course covers the......
10 November, 2022
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18 October, 2022
Disclaimer: The College does not endorse the webinar descriptions but supplies the advertisement purely for the information of members who must make their own inquiries regarding the webinar. Topic WEBINAR: An Expert Guide to Mastering Upper Face Injection with Ellansé Time Thursday, October 20 2022 11:00am......
17 October, 2022
SUNDAY 27 NOVEMBER HYBRID EVENT Attend in-person or virtually via Zoom Link When AGM 3.30pm start – estimate 5.00pm finish Venue Face to Face Medical 44 The Avenue, Windsor, Victoria. Information about parking and public transport available here....
10 October, 2022
SUNDAY 27 NOVEMBER NOTICE OF OFFICE BEARER ELECTIONS FORM SUBMISSION DEADLINE 28 OCTOBER For Full Members or Fellows wishing to nominate themselves or other Full Members or Fellows for a position on the Board, please be aware your nomination form must be submitted to CPCA......
10 October, 2022
Please note that the two events need to be booked separately. Venue: Face to Face Medical, 44 The Avenue, Windsor, Victoria. Information about parking and public transport available here. On behalf of the College and its Education & Membership Committee, the Board look forward to......
10 October, 2022
Disclaimer: The College does not endorse the webinar descriptions but supplies the advertisement purely for the information of members who must make their own inquiries regarding the webinar. Topic Introducing the Short 12 Cone Time Sep 27, 2022 08:30 PM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney Meeting ID: 838......
21 September, 2022
11.5 hours of content, including two 45-minute recorded panel discussion sessions with the speakers These are the snapshots of some of the presentations by our CosDoc2022 international and local speakers. Register now to watch the full presentations! If you have not yet attended CosDoc2022, registrations are......
12 August, 2022
The CPCA is delighted to announce that our new course Preliminary Essentials of Cosmetic Medicine is now open for enrolment! This course forms the first part of the Trainee Program. Non-accredited, stand alone, ONLINE, introductory course, 6 week duration (including assessment) with live support via MS......
27 July, 2022
11.5 hours of content, including two 45 minute recorded panel discussion sessions with the speakers If you have not yet attended CosDoc2022, registrations are still open for videos-on-demand – content available until mid-August 2022! A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO EARN CPD POINTS! Click......
07 July, 2022
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27 June, 2022
CPCA DESIGNATED CONFERENCE The College is pleased to announce that more speakers are now confirmed for CosDoc2022! Anyone providing a presentation for our event will receive free registration in due course....
16 June, 2022
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07 June, 2022
CosDoc2022 | 3 July 2022 Conference Program Currently Under Development – Have Your Say… Are you a Cosmetic Physician, Medical Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Dermal Therapist? What Interests You? Pick and click on the topics below to drill down and let us know what you would like......
26 April, 2022
CPCA DESIGNATED CONFERENCE Main event – live online Sun 3 July 22 with NEW INTERACTIVE sessions with speakers, vendors and delegates. Post main event – 30-day access to 16 hours of recorded content for rewatching or catching up on missed sessions. Content that is selected......
26 April, 2022
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18 March, 2022
College Certification Opportunity 2022! Potential for Membership Upgrade Available in all capital cities – Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. Assessment Dates (numbers permitting) 18 June 2022 Injectables—Theory 31 July 2022 Injectables—Practical 3 September 2022 Non-ionising Radiation Devices & Cosmeceuticals—Theory CLICK HERE FOR......
10 March, 2022
Acne scars are the worst thing about acne. Getting rid of acne scars is a good option, but it can be not easy. According to Dr John Mahony (Board Member of Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia CPCA), hypertrophic scars (highly reacted) will usually respond to......
14 January, 2022
A huge number of people revealed they were planning on investing in their appearance post-lockdown, with concerns about wrinkles, weight gain and teeth high on the list – all attributed to Zoom. According to the recent survey conducted by the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia......
11 October, 2021
Julene Yates was hospitalised for second degree burns after an intense-light treatment on her legs. Ms Yates is calling for health authorities to improve oversight over salons performing intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments. The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) said it has been pushing......
21 September, 2021
In the interest of patient safety, NSW Health has introduced legislative changes that govern the administration, supply, transport, storage and record-keeping of prescription-only medications used for the purpose of cosmetic procedures. The changes, that take effect from 1 September 2021, ensure stricter regulation of the......
20 September, 2021
The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia otherwise known as the (CPCA) have conducted a member survey with some very surprising results! The recent survey has shown an unprecedented surge in clinics seeing the emergence of new patients seeking non and minimally invasive procedures during the......
02 September, 2021
A survey by the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) has shown a surge in new patients seeking non-and-minimally-invasive procedures during the past year, with a 41.5 per cent increase in new patients who have never had aesthetic treatments. Click HERE to read the full......
05 August, 2021
Sunday 6 June saw the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia stream the second iteration of the online virtual conference, CosDoc2021. With 16 hours of live presentations shared between two streams on the day, the event was a showcase for respected international and local speakers, with......
06 July, 2021
New Study Shows Hyaluronic Acid Fillers May Last Longer Than Expected While Hyaluronic Acid (HA) fillers are purported to last between 3 and 12 months, a recent study has uncovered that HA Fillers may in fact last longer than what was originally thought. Dermal fillers......
18 June, 2021
According to the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA), the impact of seeing one’s self on camera or the “Zoom Boom” has definitely been one of the key drivers behind the growing demand for non-invasive facial procedures. COVID-19 and the “‘Zoom Boom’ phenomenon has seen......
14 June, 2021
Whether you’re all about it or against it, non-invasive cosmetic treatments like anti-wrinkle injections and fillers have just become the new norm. According to Dr Molton (President of the CPCA), while patients have definitely become more educated about who they trust to perform a procedure,......
14 June, 2021
What exactly is a non-surgical rhinoplasty? According to Dr Naomi McCullum, cosmetic physician and board member of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA), it is a procedure where dermal fiIller is injected into the nose, creating a more attractive shape. It can correct a......
05 May, 2021
The “Zoom boom” has hastened interest and development in treatments to smooth the neck and define the jawline. Technology has given us much, but it has also given us “tech neck”, due to our habit of hanging our head to intently study the screen in......
22 April, 2021
If you are considering aesthetic medicine, you do need to do your research when selecting practitioners and treatments. Dr Michael Molton, president of the CPCA, advises that there is a wide range of practitioners performing cosmetic medicine procedures in Australia, with different degrees of training......
20 April, 2021
Staring at our own faces during virtual meetings and catch-ups has given rise to what has been dubbed the Zoom Boom – a surge in demand for cosmetic medical procedures to address “Lockdown Face”. According to Dr Michael Molton, president of the CPCA, “Lockdown Face”......
16 April, 2021
Click on the timeline of the radio recording at 1:59:00 to start listening to the live interview with the CPCA’s President, Dr Michael Molton. Click HERE to listen to the radio interview....
13 April, 2021
THE RISE AND RISE OF NON-INVASIVE AESTHETIC TREATMENTS IN THE POST COVID ERA As our return to normality is forging ahead in 2021, so too, is the increase in demand for non-invasive aesthetic treatments. Non-surgical procedures have gathered even more momentum in the post COVID19......
31 March, 2021
Regulations governing the use of lasers vary among states, and even where they are present, enforcement is lacking. Patients put their trust in the practitioner that they will be treated with a duty of care. However, with a wide range of practitioners performing cosmetic medicine......
17 March, 2021
The paper, “A Consensus on Minimizing the Risk of Hyaluronic Acid Embolic Vision Loss and Suggestions for Immediate Bedside Management”, published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal (official publication of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery), has just received the prestigious accolade of ‘Best International Paper......
04 March, 2021
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02 March, 2021
“When choosing an injector or cosmetic doctor, experience and qualifications of the practitioner, along with licensing of the clinic should be focused on to ensure both safety and great results. You can also check if they are a member of an industry board, such as......
24 February, 2021
The College is pleased to announce that some of our Victorian members have finally had the opportunity to participate in Part 2 of the CPCA Injectables, EBD & Cosmeceuticals exam, which was delayed due to Victoria’s major lock-down period. It is no doubt rewarding for......
03 February, 2021
The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australia (CPCA) is lobbying for national laser regulations after growing reports of misuse among unqualified therapists resulting in patient disfiguration. President of CPCA Dr Michael Molton says he has witnessed several injuries caused by devices which aren’t limited to ‘just......
28 January, 2021
The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australia (CPCA) recognises that uniform, national laser regulation, and enforcement of these regulations, is well overdue. As an advocate for patient safety, the CPCA are concerned by the frequent unregulated laser use in Australia. You can learn more about this......
18 January, 2021
The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) has long been an avid advocate for patient safety, especially with regards to unregulated laser use in Australia. For many years, the CPCA has been lobbying industry bodies about this very subject with the aim that uniform, national......
15 January, 2021
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24 December, 2020
Victorian Stage 4 Business Restrictions 18th August 2020 The following advice is from the Victorian Health Complaints Commissioner: The Victorian Government has implemented restrictions to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Pursuant to these restrictions certain business must not trade. On 5 August 2020, the State......
19 August, 2020
Incorporating the Introduction of Stage 4 (Greater Melbourne) & Stage 3 Restrictions (rest of Victoria) Applicable midnight 5th August 2020 As of midnight Wednesday 5th August, Victorian Premier Andrews has announced certain mandatory workplace changes including closures or the requirement to work off-site as well......
05 August, 2020
This guideline has been developed by the College for the aim of safe practice to the extent possible during the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic when returning to Cosmetic Medicine. Before implementing this guideline, doctors should check the restrictions in place in their clinic’s locality and their......
02 June, 2020
Thinking about booking in for dermal filler injections? Expect a rather long waitlist because post-COVID-19, everything to do with injectables and plastic surgery will be different. Experts in the field of aesthetic medicine, Dr Joseph Hkeik and the Board of the Cosmetic Physicians College of......
27 May, 2020
NO ROOM FOR COMPLACENCY AS COSMETIC MEDICAL PRACTICES START TO REOPEN The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) welcomes the government’s three-step plan to ease restrictions and enable the staged reopening of businesses across Australia. This news sees cosmetic medical practices nationwide, gradually reopening their......
14 May, 2020
The online world provides us many opportunities to escape reality. Filters and “I Woke Up Like This” culture make it easy for us, behind the screen, to distort our online “reality.” However, there is definitely a growing awareness of misrepresentation. Both from users, and the......
07 January, 2020
A recent article by Whimm Body+Soul highlighted that Australians fork out around $1 billion for cosmetic surgery procedures every year, most of which is spent on anti-wrinkle injections. Both men and women are now adding cosmetic procedures to their usual beauty and skincare regimes for......
15 August, 2019
Anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers have seen an almost explosive increase in popularity, and thanks to social media influencer use, popularity doesn’t seem to be waning. The problem with cosmetic procedures that see a quick uptake in popularity is that there is also the potential......
02 August, 2019
Dry skin can be uncomfortable and even cause a bit of discomfort. From feeling tight and itchy to looking irritated and flaky, dry skin can frustrate and irritate when it doesn’t respond to the skincare products that you are using. The winter months can be......
02 August, 2019
In a recent media release, the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration shed some light on the potential risks associated with cosmetic injections. While injectable treatments such as dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle injections are available at countless clinics, many patients are still falling prey to unregistered and......
26 July, 2019
“Patients often ask me why the right side of their face has more wrinkles, a different-shaped eyebrow or more jowls. The answer is sun damage, especially from driving”, says CPCA President, Dr Michael Motlon. Read the full Body and Soul article about the necessity of......
24 July, 2019
If there’s one thing worse than acne, it’s acne scars. Those constant reminders that you picked your face when you shouldn’t have; not to mention, acne scars on the face are tough to hide under makeup. Yep, the best solution is to get rid of......
23 July, 2019
Essentially, all acne is hormonal. But when you hear the term ‘hormonal acne’ thrown around, it’s often in reference to acne that’s developed due to fluctuations in hormones, normally due to your menstrual cycle, pregnancy or menopause. “Distribution of the breakout and when the breakout......
22 July, 2019
Get Real – The Negative Side of Selfies Dr Michael Molton, President of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA), is taking action and educating the Australian public on the potential negative effects of selfies. Selfies have become an integral part of our modern culture......
11 June, 2019
Concerned by the number of patients with a distorted sense of self and unrealistic expectations triggered by social media, the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) has launched a new campaign called ‘Get Real’, which is designed to help the public understand that not only do selfies......
17 April, 2019
The College is pleased to announce that the CPCA Neuro-toxin and Filler Workshop was a big success! According to Dr Molton, CPCA’s President, “today’s presenters of this contemporary program have taken members beyond the advanced knowledge of modern cosmetic medicine to unprecedented heights. Evidence-based, personal......
06 April, 2019
Dr Michael Molton, President of the CPCA, was recently featured in Beauty Biz Magazine, discussing how next-generation non-invasive fat removal treatments: ✔︎ Can be performed quickly and with relative ease ✔︎ Require little to no downtime ✔︎ Carry minimal risks and side effects ✔︎ Generally......
05 April, 2019
According to Dr Spano, up to 90% of women experience postpartum hair loss. During pregnancy, more hair is in the growth phase. But in the last month, this stops temporarily and this can continue until after birth. After a few months, the hair will begin......
28 March, 2019
The NSW Parliamentary Committee on the Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC) has released the results of its recent hearings and The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) applauds the positive steps being taken following the involvement of CPCA President Dr Michael Molton and Past President......
01 March, 2019
Dr Michael Molton – Graduated in 1993, with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Western Australia. Dr Molton gained a wide range of experience in the public hospital system, mostly in Emergency Medicine and subsequently as Registrar in Psychiatry......
15 February, 2019
Knowing what to look for in a cosmetic doctor will go a long way in enhancing the results of your treatments. The whole point of getting injectable treatments is to enhance your features in the most subtle and natural way possible. Unfortunately, poor injection techniques......
14 January, 2019
Enhancing patient satisfaction rates starts with ensuring they know exactly what to expect. We live in a visual world where we are bombarded by marketing campaigns and celebrity social media posts on a daily basis. It’s not hard to see why it’s so easy for......
07 January, 2019
The world of cosmetic medicine is changing and so are the preferences of patients. Cosmetic medicine is not what it used to be. Not only is there a much wider selection of advanced treatments to choose from but patient age groups have expanded too. Where......
31 December, 2018
How advancements in cosmetic medicine are giving patients the option to age with dignity and grace. It’s amazing to see how far we have come in terms of anti-ageing solutions. If we think back to earlier decades, surgery was the go-to option for men and......
24 December, 2018
In Australia, cosmetic injections are increasingly in popularity due to their non-surgical procedure, minimal downtime and successful results. Men and women can enjoy combating the signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles, as well as enhancing facial features, such as improving volume in......
20 December, 2018
It’s been an eventful year for the cosmetic industry. In the following article, Spa+Clinic break down the amendments and reviews of legislation regarding cosmetic treatments. Read the article here....
07 December, 2018
Australian doctors, including our CPCA President Dr Molton, are increasingly concerned over young people requesting ‘SnapChat Makeovers’ in their clinics. “People are going into clinics and showing doctors a face-tuned image and saying, ‘I want to look like this. This is my selfie. I have......
07 December, 2018
The NSW Parliamentary Committee on the Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC) released the results of their latest parliamentary hearing last week, which investigated public safety concerns throughout the cosmetic aesthetics industry. After a number of botched cosmetic procedures, the inquiry was launched in February this year. There......
07 December, 2018
The number of cases involving the improper use of cosmetic injections in clinics and salons across Australia is rising at an alarming rate. More and more stories are surfacing that showcase just how little regulation there seems to be around treatments that use prescription medicines......
30 November, 2018
“Cosmetic injectables. It was maybe 15 years ago when I first heard the expression. This cosmetic injectable caper sounded like magic to me. And frankly it was. And I’ve been hooked ever since. If and when I am offered a cosmetic injectable I do not......
26 November, 2018
Where men and women were once only confronted with society’s idea of the perfect body in print media, today’s consumers are bombarded with distorted ideals on a daily basis. Social media has certainly made a positive impact on our lives but in many ways, it......
14 November, 2018
The pursuit of plump cheeks, smooth foreheads and perfect pouts has seen a massive surge in the number of cosmetic injectable procedures being performed. While these procedures are very much now considered the norm, there still remains a great deal of confusion among patients as......
08 November, 2018
Hear our CPCA President, Dr Michael Molton, catch up with Trish from Plastic Surgery Hub at the recent LCMC Conference held in Brisbane. Listen to their informative chat on patient safety, consumer confusion, what to look out for in a cosmetic physician and so much......
08 November, 2018
The cosmetic industry throughout NSW has suffered another blow as further raids uncover even more clinics stocking illegal substances. The raids conducted throughout seven Chatswood and Haymarket clinics last month turned up a number of illegally imported and potentially dangerous substances including vitamins, high-strength anaesthetic,......
31 October, 2018
The ever-increasing popularity of non-surgical cosmetic enhancement treatments has seen a plethora of clinics popping up, keen to take advantage of the boom. However, while many popular treatments are termed non-surgical, they still remain a cosmetic medical procedure, and therefore still carry an inherent risk......
24 October, 2018
Cosmetic Injectables are offered in just about every beauty clinic, surgeon’s office and medispa around the country. Anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers are two of the most popular procedures for facial rejuvenation and anti-ageing and more and more people are giving them a go, many......
24 October, 2018
Dr Keturah Hoffman, Board Member of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia explains that “when a product is labelled natural it’s probably meaningless as it’s not a controlled term.” Plus, she adds that “if natural actually meant ‘as nature provided’ yes, it might mean it’s......
24 October, 2018
Dr Douglas Grose, of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) is particularly passionate about treating acne not just via medical means but through diet and lifestyle as well. To read more in Mindfood magazine, please click here....
23 October, 2018
[The Sydney Morning Herald] A new article featuring the CPCA on The Sydney Morning Herald. Click HERE to read more....
07 August, 2018
[Beautycate.com] Dr John Mahony, a board member of the CPCA, was featured in this article by Beautycate.com. Click HERE to read more....
07 August, 2018
[Dailymail.co.uk] Dr Douglas Grose, president of the CPCA, called black salve a ‘ridiculous technique’ that ‘kills everything’. He warns the public not to “risk disfigurement by using black salve when there are similar but tested and proven medical treatments”. Click HERE to read the article...
30 June, 2018
[Beauty Biz] Dr Douglas Grose, immediate past President of the CPCA, provides some recommendations for skincare. Click HERE to read the article...
19 June, 2018
[Bondi Beauty] According to Dr Douglas Grose, immediate past President of the CPCA, “any food that typically comes from grains such as bread, pasta, cereals, biscuits and cake as well as animal-based milk products are to be avoided for acne-prone skin”. Click HERE to read the article...
16 June, 2018
[The West Australian] The rise in laser tattoo removal results in the development of newer machines and technology, which helps reduce the time and pain for patients. According to Dr Mary Dingley, a board member of the CPCA, “the new generation laser machines were better......
10 June, 2018
[Clean Beauty Talk] Does your diet affect your skin condition? Find out what Dr Douglas Grose, president of the CPCA, says about this connection and different ways to improve your skin condition. Click HERE to read the article...
05 June, 2018
[DailyMail.co.uk] Experimental and unregulated surgeries by unlicensed medical practitioners is occurring at an all-time high. Dr Douglas Grose, President of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australia, is calling on “the TGA to be more active in detecting illegal machines and drugs used for cosmetic surgeries......
25 May, 2018
[The Daily Telegraph] Among the frightening new unregulated operations is a procedure in which eyelid skin is “burned off” using an illegally imported machine. According to Dr Douglas Grose, President of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australia (CPCA), “doctors were worried about new plasma machines......
24 May, 2018
If you think black salve can cure cancer, think again. According to Dr Douglas Grose, president of the CPCA, “Things like black salve just kill everything, normal skin cells, abnormal skin cells, it doesn’t matter. You can’t control it. All you’re doing is killing the......
20 May, 2018
A new article featuring the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) on Beauty Biz Magazine. According to Dr Mary Dingley (CPCA’s Board Member), “things can go wrong even in the best of hands, but the way to try and minimise those risks, is to go......
06 May, 2018