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Top Aesthetics Trends for 2026
December 13, 2025
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Woman with youthful skin in 2026

Minimally invasive cosmetic treatments are continually advancing, with new technologies and approaches emerging each year. As we look toward 2026, the industry is moving beyond simply treating surface-level concerns. The latest treatments reflect a renewed focus on wellness and natural-looking results. Let’s take a closer look at some of these top trends.

Wellness-Focused Treatments

One of the biggest shifts we’ve seen is a move away from treatments that improve just external appearance. More and more options are available that address overall health and optimal wellness.

IV Vitamin Therapies

While once used primarily in medical settings, IV therapies have become a popular way to support overall health, which in turn benefits the skin and body.

Intravenous therapy involves administering vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly into the bloodstream rather than just topically or orally. This method bypasses the digestive system, allowing for maximum absorption and immediate availability to the body.

Different formulations can be tailored to meet specific needs, such as boosting energy levels, strengthening the immune system, or improving skin hydration and brightness. IV therapy supports the body’s foundation, helping you look and feel better.

Compounded GLP-1s

Originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 agonists are amazingly effective for weight loss and management. These injectable medications work by mimicking a hormone that helps control blood sugar levels, reduces appetite, and slows stomach emptying, leading to a feeling of fullness.

Finally achieving a healthier weight can improve self-confidence and health. It is important to note that these treatments work best paired with lifestyle changes like healthier eating and regular exercise.

Biostimulatory Treatments

A major trend for 2026 is the growing popularity of biostimulatory treatments. Collagen is the protein that gives skin its structure and firmness. As we age, collagen production declines, leading to wrinkles and sagging. Unlike traditional fillers that add volume directly, these treatments work by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production.

Sculptra

Sculptra is an injectable treatment that uses poly-L-lactic acid to kickstart collagen synthesis. When injected into the deeper layers of the skin, these microparticles stimulate the body to build new collagen in the treated areas. Over several months, this new collagen framework restores volume and structure to the face.

Sculptra is particularly effective for addressing widespread volume loss in areas like the temples and cheeks. The results appear gradually, so the change is subtle and natural. Instead of looking like you have had “work done,” you simply look like a more rested and refreshed version of yourself.

A full Scuptra treatment course typically involves a series of sessions spaced a few weeks apart, with results that can last for two years or more.

PDO Thread Lifts

A thread lift is a non-surgical procedure that lifts and tightens sagging skin. It involves inserting dissolvable sutures into the subcutaneous layer of the skin. These threads have tiny barbs that anchor onto the tissue to provide an immediate lifting effect.

The benefits do not stop there. As the PDO threads dissolve over the next several months, they trigger a healing response that stimulates the production of new collagen. This helps to maintain the lift and improves skin texture and elasticity over time.

Thread lifts are commonly used to address sagging in the jowls, neck, and cheeks, offering a lifted appearance without the downtime of a surgical facelift.

Combination Therapies

Providers are increasingly finding that combining different technologies in a single treatment session or plan can deliver superior results. By layering modalities, it is possible to address multiple skin concerns at once, from texture and tone to laxity and wrinkles.

Morpheus8

Morpheus8 is a device that combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy. The procedure uses fine needles to create micro-injuries in the skin, which stimulates the body’s natural healing process and collagen production. Simultaneously, the system delivers RF energy deep into the dermal layers, heating the tissue to further stimulate healing and tighten skin.

Morpheus8 is highly effective for skin tightening, wrinkle reduction, and improving skin texture. It can be used on the face, neck, and body to address concerns like jowls, fine lines, acne scars, and loose skin. Because it targets the deeper layers of the skin, the results are significant and long-lasting.

TriBella

TriBella is a three-in-one treatment protocol that combines three powerful technologies into a single session to address a wide range of skin concerns. This comprehensive approach is designed to improve tone, elasticity, and texture for a complete transformation.

  • Photofacial: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) targets discoloration, such as sun spots, age spots, and broken capillaries. The light energy is absorbed by pigment and tiny visible veins, reducing their appearance and creating a more even skin tone.
  • Anti-Aging RF Treatment: Radiofrequency energy heats the tissue, which stimulates collagen and elastin production. This helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, plus firms and smooths skin.
  • Skin Resurfacing: Venus Versa creates micro-channels in the skin, triggering the body’s healing response to improve the appearance of textural issues like acne scars, enlarged pores, and uneven skin texture.

By combining these three treatments, TriBella offers a powerful solution to address multiple signs of aging at once.

PRP Treatments

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that uses a concentration of a patient’s own platelets to accelerate healing and cell regeneration. The process involves drawing a small amount of blood, spinning it in a centrifuge to separate the platelets, and then injecting the concentrated PRP into the treatment area. Platelets contain growth factors that play a key role in tissue repair and renewal.

PRP Facials and Facelifts

When used for facial treatments, PRP can be applied topically after microneedling (a “PRP Facial”) or injected directly into the skin (a “PRP Facelift”). In a PRP facial, the microneedling creates channels that allow the PRP to penetrate deeply into the skin, enhancing collagen production and improving skin tone and texture. A PRP facelift involves injecting PRP into specific areas of the face to stimulate new collagen growth and restore volume in a natural way.

PRP for Hair Restoration

PRP is also an effective treatment for hair loss. When injected into the scalp, the growth factors in the platelets can stimulate dormant hair follicles, encouraging new hair growth and increasing the thickness of existing hair. It is a non-surgical option for both men and women experiencing hair thinning.

The FemShot

The FemShot is a specific application of PRP designed to address certain female wellness concerns. When injected into intimate areas, growth factors can help to stimulate new cell growth, improve blood flow, and enhance sensitivity. In addition to improved sexual experience by increasing sensation and decreasing pain, patients have reported improved bladder control.

Medical-Grade Skincare

Medical-grade skincare products are formulated with higher concentrations of active ingredients than over-the-counter options and are backed by clinical research. They are designed to penetrate the skin more effectively and deliver visible results.

A proper skincare regimen helps to maintain the results of in-office procedures and protects the skin from future damage. A typical routine may include:

  • An antioxidant: Products containing Vitamin C help to protect the skin from environmental damage and brighten the complexion.
  • A retinoid: Retinoids are a gold standard for anti-aging, as they increase cell turnover and stimulate collagen production.
  • Sunscreen: Daily use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen is the single most important step in preventing premature aging and protecting skin health.

Our experienced providers can create a custom skincare plan to support your unique goals.

Looking Forward to 2026

Treatments are becoming more personalized, holistic, and focused on natural-looking enhancements with an emphasis is on working with the body’s own biology to achieve results that are both beautiful and long-lasting.

If you are interested in exploring any of these treatments, the first step is a consultation with a qualified provider. Call us today to learn more about what’s coming in 2026!

 

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