35 brands, products or treatments to make you even more beautiful!
Following on from its successful debut at the Anti-aging Medicine European Congress (AMEC) in 2014, here are our finalists for the second edition of the Anti-Aging and Beauty Trophy.
Judged in ten categories (including one new category, suspension threads), products and treatments are rated by health professionals, journalists from the specialist press, and the general public, including Anti Age Magazine. 
Ready? Let’s go!
Category 1: Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers (hyaluronic acid, botulinum toxin, actives and antioxidants) smoothe wrinkles, plump up the skin and fight against skin sagging.
Finalists:
1- Ellansé, société SINCLAIR is Pharma
Next generation of collagen stimulators. This unique treatment combines immediate wrinkle correction, volume restoration and collagen stimulation for natural and long-lasting results for 1 to 4 years.
2- TEOSYAL® PureSense Redensity (II)
Major innovation specially designed for a safe, natural and long-lasting correction of under-eye circles. Its sophisticated formula combines a mix of cross-linked and non cross-linked hyaluronic acid, a Dermo-Restructuring Complex and lidocaine.
3- RRS HA INJECTABLE, Aesthetic Dermal SL
Injectable medical device consisting of a thick hyaluronic acid gel and a specific Biorevitalisation solution. Specifically used for fighting against skin aging. Stimulates the synthesis of type 1 collagen and elastin.
4- Belotero Balance +, Merz Aesthetics
Very cohesive H.A produced using patented CPM technology (cohesive polydensified matrix). Enbales injections in the superficial dermis through “blanching”.
5- Revanesse range, Prollenium Medical Technologie Inc
Collection of six hyaluronic acid dermal fillers. The line ranges from non cross-linked to highly cross-linked gels.
6- Perfectha, Sinclair is Pharma
Latest generation of Hyaluronic Acid fillers, recommended for wrinkles, face contouring and volume loss with natural and long-lasting results.
Category 2: Aesthetic Devices
New generation needles, cannulas and injector guns make the doctor’s life easier when administering injections.
Finalists:
1- Teosyal pen, Teoxane Laboratories
The first motorized, cordless device for HA injections, it was designed to allow practitioners to focus on the artistic aspect of their work. It allows precise and homogenous injections into delicate zones for a natural result.
2- MTC Injector, Mesoestetic SL
New injection gun that brings together two complementary techniques: mesotherapy and carboxytherapy. Carboxytherapy maximises the effectiveness of mesotherapy techniques, especially in the treatment of cellulite and adipose tissue.
3- 3Dose Injection Syringe, TSK Laboratory
Allows for an accurate, consistent and easier method of injecting BoNT. A precise unit dose of 0.025ml, 0.04ml or 0.05ml can be selected by turning the adjustable clicker system.
3th Category : Suspension threads and Sutures
Suspension threads create a lifting effect and improve volume through collagen production.
Finalists:
1- Silhouette Soft, Sinclair is Pharma
Completely re-absorbable suture with bidirectional cones. This unique 30-minute treatment, under local anaesthetic, results in an immediate repositioning of the volume and a progressive restoration of lost collagen.
2- Suspension Threads, Aptos
Aptos threads are made of polypropylene, a synthetic non-absorbable material, used in surgery for the last 50 years. Light Lift Threads are made of caprolac, a material which is completely eliminated from the body in 360 days.
3- ULTRA V-LIFT, Dermica Switzerland
Lifting method based on the implanting of multiple mini-threads, creating a network which acts as support for the tissue. It provides an immediate lifting effect, while encouraging natural collagen production.
4- JBP V LIFT, Japan Bio Products
Smooth polydioxanone threads. Needle guide 25G to 31G; threads 5.0, 6.0, 7.0. The thread is outside of the needle and 30% is threaded into the bevel. Long-term effects lasting 12-18 months. Available in EEC Countries
Category 4: Non-invasive body shaping technologies.
Numerous new machines and techniques offer non-invasive methods to treat cellulite and fatty deposits.
Finalists:
1- Exilis Elite, BTL AESTHETICS
Delivers lasting and measurable results in this breakthrough non-surgical aesthetic system.
Exilis also complements pre- and post- treatment in invasive liposuction techniques. .
2- CoolSculpting, Zeltiq
Cryolipolysis device which cools the adipose tissue and allows its progressive reduction. Fat cells are gradually eliminated by the body.
3- Vanquish, BTL AESTHETICS
The Vanquish patented technology integrates a non-invasive approach and operator independent solution with unparalleled efficacy.
4- Well Shape, Yal Art s.r.l.
This special functional underwear is engineered with an innovative textile-knitting technology combined with a brand new patented yarn with nano Gold particles.
Category 5: Cosmetics
Cosmeceutical products, anti-aging treatments and dermato-cosmetics are part of a new generation of treatments that are bursting with highly powerful active ingredients.
Finalists:
1- Dermastir Caviar Sun Protection SPF50+, Altacare
The ingredients are protected from damage caused by external factors thanks to the vacuum-packed airless packaging. The quality of its ingredients and the stability of the sun protection filters guarantee total protection, thus delaying wrinkle formation.
2- Time Filler, Filorga
Global anti-wrinkle care that corrects all types of wrinkles by relaxing creases caused by tension, filling wrinkles and plumping them. Prevents the appearance of new wrinkles. Visible results after 3 days.
3- Time Filler Eyes , Filorga
Inspired by medical techniques to open and rejuvenate the eye area. Day after day, wrinkles are smoothed out, the lids are tightened, dark circles fade away and eyelashes are thicker.
4- Cebelia Intensif Anti-Ageing Cream, Laboratoires d’Anjou
Brings a unique anti-aging method: an approach that focuses on where the dermis and epidermis meet. Its main active is Cebeline, our patented active ingredient extracted from Laminin5.
5- Cebelia Reinforced Depigmenting, Laboratoires d’Anjou
Acts at each step of the melanogenesis process thanks to its four active ingredients, including our patented Pekaline. This PKA inhibitor acidifies the melanosomes’ pH and disturbs melanin maturation, Vitamin C inhibits tyrosinase, vitamin PP slows down the melanosomes’ transfer into keratinocytes.
6- Pluryal® Skincare Day Must Cream, MD SKIN SOLUTIONS
Combines the most technically advanced ingredients with sensuous textures in addition to high safety standards. Skincare that visibly reduces wrinkles and reactivates the natural hydration process within the skin.
Category 6: Food Supplements
Ever more effective supplements to help us fight against aging, achieve younger-looking skin and complement our diet.
Finalists:
1- Dermastir Skincare Multivitamin, Altacare
Food supplement with liquid collagen to complete your skincare routine from the inside. Hard liquid capsules mean protection from oxidation and faster absorption to enable the ingredients to act immediately and effectively.
2- Pure Gold Collagen, Minerva Lab
Liquid beauty supplement designed to nourish skin from the inside out. Proven to increase collagen levels within the skin. Targets the visible signs of ageing to offer a fresher, more youthful appearance.
Category 7: Hair Beauty
Preserving our hair, stopping it from falling out and helping it grow back…such are the objectives of these new hair treatments.
1- Haircare, Revitacare
Medical device with a specific and innovative formula to treat various scalp and hair disorders whatever the origin. Acts on 3 targets: Follicle, scalp and hair texture.
2- S.A.F.E.R.®/NeoGraft® system, Medicamat
This System is a CE marked and FDA registered device for hair transplantation. It uses a motorised punch rotation system and controlled pneumatic negative pressure to minimise the risk of follicle transection when extracting from the donor area.
3- XL Hair, Aesthetic Dermal SL
Medical device for the injection of hyaluronic acid gel combined with a specific Biorevitalisation solution. Especially used in case of hair loss, to thicken the hair and prepare the scalp for hair transplantation.
Category 8: Peels
Peels help combat hyperpigmentation, melasma, lentigo, acne, scarring and skin sagging.
1-Neutralizer Versicolor, Aesthetic Dermal
Superficial Peeling containing α-hydroxy acids, tricarboxylic acid and kojic acid, which is associated with a patented neutralising cream that changes colour from blue to green/yellow depending on the residual pH of the skin.
2- mesopeel bionic age recovery, mesoestetic SL
The first anti-aging peel for medical use, presented in practical easy-to-use wipes. It is recommended to treat moderate to severe signs of aging.
3- Easy TCA Pain Control, Aesthetic Dermal
New patented hybrid technology, which greatly reduces the burning sensation of the TCA peel. Increases efficiency while maintaining safety of Easy TCA Classic on which its formulation is based.
Category 9: Laser, Light-therapy devices
1- Isolaz 2, Solta Medical
The Isolaz Acne Therapy harnesses the clinically proven, unique combination of vacuum extraction, broadband light and enhanced topical application to offer deep pore purification.
2-BIOPTRON Light Therapy devices, Bioptron
Certified and clinically tested medical light therapy device for preventive treatments, skin repair, protection, rejuvenation and anti-aging! Effective, safe, easy-to-use with no side effects.
Category 10: Aesthetic Gynaecology
New developments to fight the effects of the menopause and vaginal dryness.
2- Desirial and Desirial plus – Vivacy
The first biodegradable injectable hyaluronic acid for women suffering from recurrent or persistent pain caused by vulvo-vaginal dryness.
DESIRIAL® PLUS is used for patients with mild to moderate atrophy of the labia majora.
2- Smartxide2 V2LR, DEKA
DEKA has designed a breakthrough CO2 laser with the exclusive PSD® (Pulse Shape Design) technology that generates pulses specifically developed for vulvo-vaginal laser reshaping (V2LR) applications, together with DEKA’s proprietary HiScan V2LR scanning system.
