Medical aesthetic products. LG Household & Health Care to launch portable tattoo printer 

THE WHAT? LG Household & Health Care is launching a new portable temporary tattoo printer, named Imprintu. 

THE DETAILS Set to be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the tattoo printer connects to mobile devices and allows users to select images and print temporary tattoos at a resolution of 600 dots per inch. 

The tattoos last for around a day and can be used on the skin and clothes. 

THE WHY? The launch follows the company’s unveiling of a mini tattoo printer in the U.S. in Q4 2022, and with L’Oréal kickstarting 2023 with an investment into micro-printing firm Prinker, it seems that temporary tattoos are a growing consumer trend. 

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.