What do growth factors actually do in the skin, and how are they being used in aesthetic treatments?
In this episode of Aesthetically Speaking, Paola Chellew speaks with Amy Knoetze, medical aesthetic therapist, owner of Pulse Dermatology & Laser Clinics and CEO of AQ Skin Solutions Southern Africa.
Amy explains growth factors in plain language, discusses their use alongside treatments such as microneedling and lasers, and takes us through AQ Skin Solutions’ skin and hair treatments.
The conversation also covers the injectable filler and skin booster range manufactured by AQ, and Amy’s view of where regenerative aesthetics is heading.
Watch the full conversation for a closer look at the science, the treatment approach, and the questions patients and practitioners may want to ask.
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💉 Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or treatments. The opinions expressed are those of the individual speakers and should not be taken as a substitute for personalised medical guidance.
About the author
Rochelle is the founder and driving force behind the Aesthetic Appointment Journal. With a passion for the aesthetics and pro-ageing industry in South Africa, she has been in the aesthetic publishing industry since 2012, dedicated to creating a valuable platform for insights and knowledge, bridging the gap between patients and doctors - delivering reliable, medical-based information. Rochelle firmly believes in the power of a good skincare regimen, especially when started at home, and is committed to educating consumers about the myriad of treatments, procedures, and products available to them.
Paola Chellew is a freelance journalist and regularly writes for a number of publications. A former professional contemporary dancer, she has always loved the arts in all their forms. She has been a freelance writer for many years and has been published in various magazines including Live Out Loud, Private Life and Do It now magazines. Her passion for beauty and skincare started in her teens, when she would read every beauty editor’s picks and reviews. Serious about skincare, she has researched medical-grade products for over ten years, as well as aesthetic treatments to restore and repair skin to look its best. Since entering her 60s, she has dedicated her blog to the “over 50s and beyond Club”, shining a spotlight on a generation that is seemingly sidelined by the beauty industry. “There is no age limit for when you stop being beautiful – a gorgeous lipstick, a sexy fragrance, radiant skin- these are not synonymous with youth- they are just things that add an extra sparkle to my day”.