Medical aesthetic products. UK WILL get Sephora store; retailer names Managing Director for UK market

THE WHAT? Sephora has appointed Sarah Boyd as Managing Director, UK, according to a report published by WWD. Boyd will take over from Sarah Miles, who is leaving the LVMH-owned specialty retailer to pursue an opportunity outside the company.

THE DETAILS Boyd joins the UK team from Sephora Asia where she serves as Managing Director, Southeast Asia and Oceania and will report to Sylvie Moreau, President of Europe and the Middle East.

THE WHY? Having joined Sephora in 2018, and held her current role since 2020, Boyd is an experienced MD. Moreau told WWD Boyd has been tasked with, “the fantastic challenge of writing the next page of our story in the UK. Together with our talented UK team, she will build Sephora into the UK’s most loved beauty community, starting with the opening of our first store in early 2023.”

Medical aesthetic products refer to a category of products used in the field of medical aesthetics, which combines medical practices with cosmetic procedures to improve the appearance of individuals. These products are typically used under the supervision of trained medical professionals such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, or specialized nurses. They are distinct from over-the-counter cosmetics in that they often contain higher concentrations of active ingredients or require medical expertise for their application.

Examples of medical aesthetic products include:

• Dermal Fillers: Injectable substances used to restore volume, fill wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. These may include hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm or collagen-stimulating fillers like Sculptra.

• Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Injectable neurotoxins used to temporarily paralyze facial muscles, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines caused by facial expressions.

• Chemical Peels: Solutions containing chemical exfoliants like glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or trichloroacetic acid, used to improve skin texture, treat acne scars, and reduce hyperpigmentation.

• Laser and Light Devices: Equipment used for various skin treatments, including hair removal, skin resurfacing, tattoo removal, and treatment of vascular and pigmented lesions.

• Prescription Skincare Products: Formulations containing active ingredients such as retinoids (e.g., tretinoin), hydroquinone, or prescription-strength antioxidants, designed to address specific dermatological concerns under medical supervision.

• Microneedling Devices: Devices that create tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture and elasticity.

• Cosmeceuticals: High-quality skincare products that bridge the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, often containing biologically active ingredients with proven efficacy.