AESTHETICS TRENDS 2025

PART TWO

Weekend surgery - from 15 minute augmentations to no knife facelifts

Cosmetic enhancement has evolved, bridging the gap between lengthy surgeries with extended downtime and non-invasive treatments that couldn’t match surgical results.

A new trend is emerging that blends the two and perfectly fits into today’s fast-paced lifestyles: the rise of surgical and semi-surgical procedures that promise recovery over the weekend. These treatments have found what surgeons are calling the 'sweet spot', offering those seeking enhancement the chance to undergo surgery without extended downtime. 'Patients can have their procedure on a Friday and be back at work by Monday, with completely natural results and ready to take on the week,' says plastic surgeon Mr Adrian Richards who offers the world's first injectable implants at his surgery, iQonic Aesthetics in Fitzroy Square, London.

The 15-Minute Breast Augmentation

Mia® Femtech is transforming breast augmentation with a 15-minute procedure that increases breast size by up to two cup sizes while preserving breast tissue for natural results. Performed under local anaesthetic, it leaves only a small scar hidden in the armpit and causes minimal postoperative pain.

Using a patented "no-touch" technique, Mia® ensures tissue preservation, making it an excellent option for women who may want to breastfeed in the future. 'Mia® really is a groundbreaking, minimally invasive procedure for breast harmonisation. One significant benefit is that it is a very quick procedure - we are offering here the value of time as a commodity. The procedure itself is completed in just 15 minutes with our patients leaving the clinic 90 minutes after arrival' explains Mr Adrian Richards.

The Weekend Laser Peel

Fraxel® has become the gold standard for skin resurfacing, addressing ageing, sun damage, and acne scars with minimal downtime. Fraxel® DUAL 1550/1927 stimulates collagen production by treating fractional sections of tissue, promoting fast healing and making it perfect for weekend recovery.  'The Fraxel Laser is highly effective at reducing acne scarring because the technology is based on the body’s ability to heal itself, producing healthy skin tissue to replace damaged cells.

Fraxel combines two different wavelengths; one acts as a gentle exfoliant on the skin’s surface, while the other creates micro-channels within the skin to trigger collagen production," explains Dr Sunil Chopra Consultant Dermatologist at The London Dermatology Centre.

Feather Veneers - the continued rise of undetectable smile design

2025's dental aesthetic favours natural refinement, with Feather Veneers leading the trend. Developed by Dr. Sam Jethwa, these ultra-thin porcelain shells enhance teeth while preserving their natural structure. The technique minimises drilling, delivering subtle yet transformative results that meet modern patients' desires for understated cosmetic improvements.

The signature Feather Veneers have become synonymous with his bespoke approach to smile transformation. 'Many people assume that veneers require aggressive tooth reduction, leaving the teeth filed down to pegs, this is simply not the case. Our Feather Veneers involve minimal intervention and are bonded gently to the front of the tooth to alter shape, size, or colour—preserving the tooth’s integrity and creating a result that’s indistinguishable from natural enamel'.

Part of a broader 'Perfectly Imperfect' trend, 'Feather Veneers are designed to work with, not against, a patient’s unique facial structure, giving the kind of soft aesthetic that aligns with the current demand for subtle, undetectable beauty enhancements.

Expect to see these delicate veneers soaring in popularity alongside other minimal-intervention techniques such as gum contouring and micro-sculpting proving that when it comes to 2025’s cosmetic trends, less is most definitely more'.

In Part Three we look at Prejuvenation - preventing ageing before it starts and health span tracking and longevity treatments.