SAC26 Programme
Please find below our programme for the Scottish Aesthetic Conference offering an exciting blend of engaging presentations, inspiring speakers & interactive breakout sessions for you choose from.
This year we also have an additional parallel programme running - Aesthetic Business in Practice programme covering business & marketing aspects & entry is available for the full team for this programme, so do bring along your clinic managers & staff too.
It is a work in progress with speakers & updates being added regularly !
08.30 – 09.05
Registration, Refreshments & Exhibitors on Arrival
Room: Ballroom Foyer & Exhibitor Area
09.05 – 09.15
Welcome & Conference Opening Address
Morning Session - Dr Caroline Steele, Clinical Director, FrownDocs.
Room: Ballroom
09.15 – 09.40
Knowledge of Anatomy to Minimise Complications
Mr Taimur Shoaib, Medical Director, La Belle Forme & Glasgow Day Surgery Centre
Room: Ballroom
Getting Started In Facial Aesthetics & Growing Your Aesthetic Business
In this session, we will cover what you need to do to start out in medical aesthetics & share valuable tips & insights for scaling your business successfully.
Dr Melanie Gray, Training Director, Inspired Cosmetic Training & Dentist
Breakout Room
09.40 – 10.10
“The Forehead Four-Step”
This session provides a systematic, anatomy-based approach to forehead contouring using the four-step method: marking the 2cm safer zone, positioning on bone, injection technique, and strategic shaping. Dr. Green will cover vascular mapping, plane selection, and conservative strategies to minimize risk while maximising aesthetic outcomes.
Dr Lonny Green, Medical Director, Revee Aesthetics in Richmond, Virginia
Room: Ballroom
VAT & Tax Impact of Illuminate Upper Tribunal Appeal: What Does It Mean For Your Business?
Veronica Donnelly, VAT Partner at Azets
Room: Ballroom
10.10 – 10.35
Skin & Tissue Remodeling Through Energy-Based Medicine
Guided by a skin-first ethos, Dr Ben Taylor-Davies shares how he strategically layer laser and energy-based treatments within patient journeys to achieve meaningful, long-term results.
Dr Ben Taylor-Davies, MD, Co-Founder & Clinical Director - The Stockbridge Clinic
Supported by Cutera
Room: Ballroom
10.35 – 11.10
Refreshment Break & Exhibitors
Room: Ballroom Foyer & Exhibitor Area
11.10 – 11.40
Perioral & Lip Filler Mastery: My Approach to Treating the Over 40’s
Dan Julien, Founder, Danesthetics Medical, Canada
Room: Ballroom
Launch Smart: A Service Rollout Framework for Growing Aesthetic Clinics
Launching a new treatment, device, or service offering is one of the most exciting stages in aesthetic clinic growth – but it also carries risk. This session provides a clear, experience-driven roadmap to help aesthetic clinics – particularly those within their first two years or growing through years two to five – introduce new services with confidence, clarity, and commercial success.
Dr. Cemal Kavasogullari, Director, Esteem Life Medical Group.
Breakout Room
11.40 – 12.05
Discover Galderma's Latest Innovation
With decades of experience in science and dermatology, Galderma has a long-standing commitment to research and development in the field. In this session, delegates will be introduced to a new advancement in the company's portfolio. This development draws on Galderma’s heritage of scientific research and collaboration with practitioners and represents the next step in their ongoing innovation journey.
Content is intended for HCPs only.
Dr Heather Muir, Founder & Clinical Director, Your Face Aesthetics
Supported by Galderma UK
Room: Ballroom
Defining Your USP and Attracting the Right Demographic
Attracting and retaining patients is an ongoing challenge. This talk focuses on defining what differentiates your clinic and identifying the patients you are best placed to treat. With this clarity, practitioners can attract the right demographic and strengthen long-term patient loyalty.
Vanessa Bird, Managing Director, The Aesthetic Consultant®
Breakout Room
12.05 – 12.10
Transitional Break - Off to the Breakout Sessions!
12.10 – 12.35
Breakout Sessions -Choose one breakout sessions to attend from below
A. ‘I Can’t Afford That’, to Building Longevity for Patients and Profitability for Clinics
Clare and Fiona will talk through bringing skin resurfacing and rejuvenation laser technology into clinic when they never thought they could! Sharing their journey, protocol and patient results.
Fiona Bradley, Nurse Prescriber, Clinical Director and Founder, The Face Place
Clare Bryson, Nurse Prescriber, Clinical Director and Founder, Cairn Medica, The Sunflower Rooms
Supported by Cutera
Breakout Room
B. Reflections Restored
Combination treatments through a multilayered Bio-regeneration approach to facial rejuvenation.
Emma Ross, Nurse Prescriber, Founder & Director, ERA Aesthetics & Wellness, Northen Ireland.
Supported by Neauvia
Breakout Room
C. BE FEARLESS: Embracing Change and Innovation
Aesthetic medicine is always evolving—and so are the professionals leading the way. Join us as we explore how clinics are adapting, integrating new treatments, and embracing innovation. Hear fresh insights, see real-world impact, and discover how Nuceiva® brings precision design to practice
Content is intended for HCPs only.
Frances Turner Traill, Founder & Clinical Director, FTT Skin Clinics
Supported by Evolus
Breakout Room
D. A New Era of Regeneration, Led by DermaFocus
Regenerative aesthetics is entering its next phase, with DermaFocus at the forefront of this evolution.
This focused session will unveil a new injectable innovation that expands the DermaFocus regenerative ecosystem and challenges conventional approaches to skin regeneration.
Dr Steven Land, Founder & Clinical Director, Novellus Aesthetics
Supported by DermaFocus
Breakout Room
12.35 – 12.40
Transitional Break - Off to the Breakout Sessions!
12.40 – 13.05
Breakout Sessions -Choose one breakout sessions to attend from the list below
E. Regulatory Activities, Registration, Inspection, Complaint Handling & Enforcement
Healthcare Improvement Scotland
Breakout Room
F. Choosing The Optimal Injection Tools For a Full-Face Rejuvenation
During this session, Dr Steven Land will demonstrate with a range of TSK tools, injecting in different layers using a variety of products to achieve full facial rejuvenation.
Dr Steven Land, Founder & Clinical Director, Novellus Aesthetics
Supported by TSK Laboratory, UK & Ireland
Breakout Room
G. Skin & Menopause
Demo & Talk - Effective skincare regimens for managing menopause & related skin concerns.
Patricia Manson, Owner & Expert on pHformula
& Jessica Smithson, Skin Specialist and Educator for pHformula
Supported by Aspire & Co Limited
Breakout Room
13.05 – 14.10
Lunch & Exhibitors
Room: Ballroom Foyer & Exhibitor Area
14.10 – 14.15
Welcome Back & Opening Address From Our Afternoon Chair
Frances Turner Traill, Founder & Clinical Director, FTT Skin Clinics
Room: Ballroom
14.15 – 14.45
Crush Your Competition In 3 Years
How to leverage yourself as your brand on social media, Dan Julien, as before
Room: Ballroom
14.45 – 14.50
Transitional Break - Off to the Breakout Sessions!
14.50 – 15.15
Breakout Sessions - Choose one breakout sessions to attend from the list below
H. Synergistic Approaches to Rejuvenation
This presentation explores the combined efficacy of polynucleotides, hyaluronic acid (HA), and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in enhancing skin health. Together, these modalities create a comprehensive strategy for skin rejuvenation, offering improved results and patient satisfaction.
Dr Lauren Jamieson, Founder & Clinical Director, Dr Lauren Medical Aesthetics
Supported by Croma
J. Art & Science of Natural-Looking Facial Harmonisation: Powered by Restylane
Jackie Partridge, Nurse Independent Prescriber & Clinical Director, Dermal Clinic, Edinburgh Content is intended for HCPs only.
Supported by Galderma UK
Breakout Room
K. The Power of Two: Combining Nitrogen and Argon Plasma for Skin Rejuvenation
Join Stuart for an exclusive look at how PlaDuo™ combines nitrogen and argon energy to deliver remarkable clarity, calmer skin, and powerful rejuvenation, simultaneously. Discover how one device effectively treats rosacea, acne, melasma and more, and why practitioners are upgrading to dual-gas plasma for transformative results.
Stuart Logan, Founder and Director, Dermoperfection Medical Skin & Cosmetic Clinic
Supported by ACRE
Breakout Room
L. 5 Top Tips For Growing Your Aesthetic Business
Eddie Hooker, Founder and CEO of Hamilton Fraser
Breakout Room
15.15 – 15.25
Quick Refreshment Break & Off to the Breakout Sessions!
Room: Ballroom Foyer & Breakout Rooms
15.25 – 15.50
Breakout Sessions - Choose one breakout sessions to attend from the list below
M. Masculinity & Inclusivity
Focus on skin of colour and male patients
Dr Vincent Wong, Founder & Medical Director, Omniere, Medical Aesthetics & Wellness Clinic
Breakout Room
N. How to Reduce Admin Time & Focus on Growth
Automate your business with smart systems & increase patient retention without spending a fortune.
Max Hayward, Co-founder, Aesthetic Nurse Software
Breakout Room
O. Beyond Injectables: A New Clinical Framework for Treating Volume Loss and Metabolic Ageing
Dr Kaly Jaff, Founder & Director, The Secret
Supported by BTL Aesthetics
Breakout Room
P. The Gut-Skin Connection & Practical Interventions in Medical Aesthetics
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What is the Gut-Skin axis?
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How gut imbalances show up on the skin
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Gut focused interventions that support aesthetic treatments
Dr. Stephanie Damalis, Founder & Medical Director, Damalis Skin Clinic
Breakout Room
15.50 – 15.55
Transitional Break
15.55 – 16.25
Lower Face Rejuvenation: A Structural Approach to Facial Balance
An anatomy-based approach to lower face treatment addressing marionette lines, jowling, and jawline definition. Dr. Green will demonstrate tissue release techniques, product selection by layer, and conservative strategies for natural results.
Dr Lonny Green, Medical Director, Revee Aesthetics in Richmond, Virginia
Room: Ballroom
Insurance and Protecting Your Practice
Eddie Hooker, as before
Hamilton Fraser Insurance
Breakout Room
16.25 – 16.50
Beyond Boundaries: Precision CO2 Resurfacing for Eyes & Complex Zones
Redefine what’s possible with CO₂ resurfacing in high-risk, high-reward areas.
Learn precision-led approaches for treating eyes and complex zones safely and effectively.
Aisling Cleary, RNP, Clinical Director - The Laser+Skin Clinics, Dublin
Supported by Cutera
Room: Ballroom
16.50 – 17.15
Panel Discussion - The Honest Truth: Navigating the Medical Aesthetic Industry
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Trends & Innovations - Are you a follower or an innovator & how have you embraced innovation & done things differently to give competitive edge?
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Regulatory Challenges – How regulations are impacting on practices & ethical standards
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Work / Life Balance – Strategies for maintaining personal well-being amidst a demanding industry?
Dr Kaly Jaff, Founder & Director, The Secret
Dr Melanie Gray, Training Director, Inspired Cosmetic Training & Dentist
Rhianna Bell, Founder, Clinic Owner & Nurse Prescriber, Clinic 22
Room: Ballroom
17.15 – 17.30
Announcing the Winners of the Scottish Aesthetic Conference 2026 Awards
The Judges:
Dr Aisling Hanly, Aesthetic Dentist & Clinical Director, Enhance Facial Aesthetics
Victoria Tondo, Northern Account Manager Team, Galderma Uk
Michelle McLean Park, Nurse Prescriber, Founder & Clinic Director, Age Refined
Dr Sam Robson, Founder & Medical Director, Temple Clinic
Tash Petrie, Nurse Prescriber, Founder & Clinic Director, Derma T Aesthetics
Chair’s Closing Remarks Frances Turner Traill, as before
Room: Ballroom
17.30
Conference Approx Close
SAC26
Aesthetic Business in Practice 2026
in association with Hamilton Fraser Insurance
New for SAC 26 – Aesthetic Business in Practice 2026 in association with Hamilton Fraser.
This programme will run parallel to the Scottish Aesthetic Conference 2026 focusing on business and marketing aspects for all clinic managers and the whole team as well as medical professionals, so you have a fantastic range of sessions to choose from!
08.30 – 09.05
Registration, Refreshments & Exhibitors on Arrival
Room: Ballroom Foyer & Exhibitor Area
09.05 – 09.15
Welcome & Introductions
tbc
Breakout Room
09.15 – 09.40
Getting Started In Facial Aesthetics & Growing Your Aesthetic Business
In this session, we will cover what you need to do to start out in medical aesthetics & share valuable tips & insights for scaling your business successfully.
Dr Melanie Gray, Training Director, Inspired Cosmetic Training & Dentist
Breakout Room
09.40 – 10.10
VAT & Tax Impact of Illuminate Upper Tribunal Appeal;
What Does It Mean For Your Business?
Veronica Donnelly, VAT Partner at Azets
Room: Ballroom
10.10 – 10.35
Skin & Tissue Remodeling Through Energy-Based Medicine
Guided by a skin-first ethos, Dr Ben Taylor-Davies shares how he strategically layer laser and energy-based treatments within patient journeys to achieve meaningful, long-term results.
Dr Ben Taylor-Davies, MD, Co-Founder & Clinical Director - The Stockbridge Clinic
Supported by Cutera
Room: Ballroom
10.35 – 11.10
Refreshment Break & Exhibitors
Room: Ballroom Foyer & Exhibitor Area
11.10 – 11.40
Launch Smart: A Service Rollout Framework for Growing Aesthetic Clinics
Launching a new treatment, device, or service offering is one of the most exciting stages in aesthetic clinic growth – but it also carries risk. This session provides a clear, experience-driven roadmap to help aesthetic clinics – particularly those within their first two years or growing through years two to five – introduce new services with confidence, clarity, and commercial success.
Dr. Cemal Kavasogullari, Director, Esteem Life Medical Group.
Breakout Room
11.40 – 12.05
Defining Your USP and Attracting the Right Demographic
Attracting and retaining patients is an ongoing challenge. This talk focuses on defining what differentiates your clinic and identifying the patients you are best placed to treat. With this clarity, practitioners can attract the right demographic and strengthen long-term patient loyalty.
Vanessa Bird, Managing Director, The Aesthetic Consultant®
Breakout Room
12.05 – 12.10
Transitional Break - Off to the Breakout Sessions!
12.10 – 12.35
A. ‘I Can’t Afford That’, to Building Longevity for Patients and Profitability for Clinics
Clare and Fiona will talk through bringing skin resurfacing and rejuvenation laser technology into clinic when they never thought they could! Sharing their journey, protocol and patient results.
Fiona Bradley, Nurse Prescriber, Clinical Director and Founder, The Face Place
Clare Bryson, Nurse Prescriber, Clinical Director and Founder, Cairn Medica, The Sunflower Rooms
Supported by Cutera
Breakout Room
12.40 – 13.05
E. Regulatory Activities, Registration, Inspection, Complaint Handling & Enforcement
Healthcare Improvement Scotland
Breakout Room
13.05 – 14.10
Lunch & Exhibitors
Room: Ballroom Foyer & Exhibitor Area
14.10 – 14.15
Welcome to The Afternoon Session
Frances Turner Traill, Founder & Clinical Director, FTT Skin Clinics
Room: Ballroom
14.15 – 14.45
Crush Your Competition In 3 Years
How to leverage yourself as your brand on social media
Dan Julien, as before
Room: Ballroom
14.50 – 15.15
L. 5 Top Tips For Growing Your Aesthetic Business
Eddie Hooker, Founder and CEO of Hamilton Fraser
Breakout Room
15.15 – 15.25
Quick Refreshment Break
15.25 – 15.50
N. How to Reduce Admin Time & Focus on Growth
Automate your business with smart systems & increase patient retention without spending a fortune.
Max Hayward, Co-founder, Aesthetic Nurse Software
Breakout Room
15.55 – 16.25
Insurance and Protecting Your Practice
Eddie Hooker, as before
Hamilton Fraser Insurance
Breakout Room
16.25 – 16.50
Beyond Boundaries: Precision CO2 Resurfacing for Eyes & Complex Zones
Redefine what’s possible with CO₂ resurfacing in high-risk, high-reward areas.
Learn precision-led approaches for treating eyes and complex zones safely and effectively.
Aisling Cleary, RNP, Clinical Director - The Laser+Skin Clinics, Dublin
Supported by Cutera
Room: Ballroom
16.50 – 17.15
Panel Discussion - The Honest Truth: Navigating the Medical Aesthetic Industry
-
Trends & Innovations - Are you a follower or an innovator & how have you embraced innovation & done things differently to give competitive edge?
-
Regulatory Challenges – How regulations are impacting on practices & ethical standards
-
Work / Life Balance – Strategies for maintaining personal well-being amidst a demanding industry?
Dr Kaly Jaff, Founder & Director, The Secret
Dr Melanie Gray, Training Director, Inspired Cosmetic Training & Dentist
Rhianna Bell, Founder, Clinic Owner & Nurse Prescriber, Clinic 22
Room: Ballroom
17.15 – 17.30
Announcing the Winners of the Scottish Aesthetic Conference 2026 Awards
The Judges:
Dr Aisling Hanly, Aesthetic Dentist & Clinical Director, Enhance Facial Aesthetics
Victoria Tondo, Northern Account Manager Team, Galderma Uk
Michelle McLean Park, Nurse Prescriber, Founder & Clinic Director, Age Refined
Dr Sam Robson, Founder & Medical Director, Temple Clinic
Tash Petrie, Nurse Prescriber, Founder & Clinic Director, Derma T Aesthetics
Closing Remarks Frances Turner Traill, as before
Room: Ballroom
17.30
Conference Approx Close
Scottish Aesthetic Conference Event Details
Date:
Saturday 21st March 2026
Conference Times:
09.05am – 5.30pm
Registration opens at 08.30am and join us for a coffee!
Conference Awards to be announced at the end of the day.
Venue:
The Hilton Glasgow, 1 William Street, Glasgow G3 8HT, Scotland
Fee: £60+VAT
Clinic Managers and staff who register with their clinic medical professional can attend our exciting new Aesthetic Business in Practice programme & exhibitor area. Members of the public cannot attend the conference.
Venue Information
The Hilton Glasgow Hotel, set in the heart of the city centre, is a stylish and beautiful hotel, so you'll be sure to enjoy your time at the conference. We have a dedicated room for conference proceedings and separate areas for breakout rooms, catering and exhibition space. The Hilton Glasgow is situated 5 minutes walking distance from the train stations, 15-minute drive from Glasgow International Airport, and good access to the M8 motorway, less than a minute away.
Hotel Travel Link:
Click here for the Travel Link
Car Parking:
Event delegates can receive a discounted rate of £16.50 for 8 hours for car parking when attending the conference. A parking code will be advised on the day of the event to attendees. Car parking height is 1.8m.
Please note: parking is limited at the hotel and is available on a first come first serve basis. We strongly recommend looking at alternative options such as:
Q Park on Waterloo Street, 4 min walk from the hotel.
Discounted Rooms at The Hilton Glasgow: Accommodation Booking link SEE BELOW
Please book ASAP as the accommodation books up very quickly for this event.
For a discounted booking rate, please click here.
Alternative accommodation to suit all budgets:
Any accommodation in Glasgow City centre should be within walking distance to the hotel. Booking.com.
More Information
Who Can Attend:
Doctors, Surgeons, Nurses, Dentists, Dental Therapists, Dental Hygienists, Doctors and Clinical Pharmacists are welcome to attend. Please note that you will need up-to-date registration of your professional body.
This year we are delighted to invite clinic managers and staff working at HIS registered clinics accompanied with their medical professional to attend the Aesthetic Business in Practice 2026 programme. Whether you're just starting out in aesthetics, or you've been in the industry for years, this conference is for the whole of the Scottish medical aesthetic community.
Registration Terms & Conditions for SAC26
Once we have received your booking online, by telephone, email or in the post, this constitutes a firm booking. Payment must be made by PayPal. Please contact the office directly if you have any difficulties paying this way. Your registration constitutes a legally binding agreement.
Cancellations must be made in writing (carolyn@inspiredcosmetictraining.com). We do not offer refunds. Substitutions can be made, if we are notified up to 3 working days before the event. The organisers reserve the right to change the programme, speakers and venue as required. In the unlikely event that we must cancel the event we will issue a refund for the registration fee. We are not responsible for any other costs incurred.