Medical aesthetic products. Beautycounter partners with Ulta

THE WHAT? Beautycounter has announced a partnership with Ulta Beauty. From February 26, the clean beauty brand’s range will be available to purchase via the US beauty retailer’s website and, from March 5, in some 500 stores across the US.

THE DETAILS To support the launch and mark its 10th anniversary, Beautycounter will run its largest brand campaign to date, Raise Up Beauty, which encourages the brand’s community of Brand Advocates, consumers, employees and the industry at large to drive real change.

THE WHY? Marc Rey, Chief Executive Officer, Beautycounter, explains, “Our partnership with Ulta Beauty is an exciting step toward achieving Beautycounter’s mission of getting safer products into the hands of everyone. We’re looking forward to introducing new consumers to our award-winning products. We believe that this partnership – and the resulting growth of our community – will allow us to have an even greater impact on the future of beauty as we lead the industry beyond clean where all beauty is uncompromising.”

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.