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GLP-1 Aesthetic Research at ASDS 2026
Dr. Carlo Honrado, MD, FACS
Double board-certified facial plastic & reconstructive surgeon · AI-assisted editorial
Allergan Aesthetics said it will present nine abstracts at the 2026 American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Annual Meeting, including new Phase 4 data on aesthetic treatment in patients taking GLP-1-related medications for weight management and research examining facial appearance, skin quality, patient satisfaction and psychosocial outcomes (prnewswire.com).
What is the ASDS 2026 aesthetic research update?
5-8 in San Diego, where Allergan Aesthetics said it will present nine abstracts (prnewswire.com).
The presentations include new data from two Phase 4 studies examining aesthetic treatment in patients taking GLP-1-related medications for weight management (prnewswire.com).
Two video oral abstract presentations will share new Phase 4 data on aesthetic treatment in patients taking GLP-1-related medications for weight loss (prnewswire.com).
Why are GLP-1-related medications part of the aesthetics discussion?
GLP-1-related medications for weight management are part of the research focus in two Phase 4 studies on aesthetic treatment (prnewswire.com).
Patients experiencing medical weight loss may have aesthetic concerns beyond changes in facial volume or skin quality (prnewswire.com).
Examining patient satisfaction and psychosocial well-being alongside changes in physical appearance can help give a more complete picture of these patients’ needs (prnewswire.com).
All procedures should be discussed with a qualified physician.
What outcomes are being examined?
The research examines facial appearance, skin quality, patient satisfaction and psychosocial outcomes (prnewswire.com).
Other presentations highlight new data on multimodal aesthetic treatment of the face and neck across a diverse patient population, including patient-reported satisfaction and psychosocial outcomes (prnewswire.com).
An expert panel will examine shifting consumer expectations, common misconceptions and medical weight loss in aesthetics (prnewswire.com).
What treatment areas appear in the presentations?
A digital image analysis evaluated glabellar line severity and brow position after treatment with investigational trenibotulinumtoxinE and BOTOX® Cosmetic (prnewswire.com).
Other presentations discuss use of a topical cosmetic human fibroblast-derived exosome serum to support skin quality as part of a daily skincare regimen and alongside in-office procedures (prnewswire.com).
The in-office procedures mentioned include radiofrequency microneedling, non-ablative laser and diamond tip microdermabrasion (prnewswire.com).
Other presentations examine how treatment sequence may influence outcomes and patient experience when combining cryolipolysis and electromagnetic muscle stimulation for abdominal body contouring (prnewswire.com).
New techniques and devices should be discussed with a qualified physician.
How does this connect with body contouring consultation research?
A study reported that a different approach to body contouring consultations may help more patients reach their aesthetic goals (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
The study reported that a first appointment with an advanced practice provider helps patients understand whether they are ready for surgery or need additional steps to prepare for a procedure (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
The study found about half of patients were ready for surgery, while the other half needed additional steps before being eligible for a procedure (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
The study reported that not meeting surgery criteria at the first appointment did not rule out getting the procedure later (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
The study reported that advanced practice providers, including physician assistants and nurse practitioners, guided patients who were not immediately eligible for surgery to develop a preparation plan (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
Preparation for body contouring surgery may include stopping nicotine use, stabilizing weight or controlling medical conditions such as diabetes (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
Including an advanced practice practitioner in the initial consultation process may allow patients to receive clinical information earlier without waiting longer (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
Patients may then be able to make changes, if needed and appropriate, to better their health and improve outcomes for surgery (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
The study suggested that this consultation approach can make the path to body contouring surgery clearer and more efficient (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
The study reported that the approach may help patients understand requirements, identify health concerns and develop a plan to reach their aesthetic goals (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
What is included in Allergan Aesthetics’ aesthetics portfolio?
Allergan Aesthetics says its aesthetics portfolio includes facial injectables, body contouring, plastics, skin care and more (prnewswire.com).
FAQ
What is being presented at ASDS 2026?
Allergan Aesthetics said it will present nine abstracts at the 2026 American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Annual Meeting (prnewswire.com).
What are the GLP-1-related studies about?
The presentations include new data from two Phase 4 studies examining aesthetic treatment in patients taking GLP-1-related medications for weight management (prnewswire.com).
What outcomes are included in the research?
The research examines facial appearance, skin quality, patient satisfaction and psychosocial outcomes (prnewswire.com).
What procedures are mentioned with skin-quality research?
The in-office procedures mentioned include radiofrequency microneedling, non-ablative laser and diamond tip microdermabrasion (prnewswire.com).
This article was produced by Mentis Intelligence for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Individual results vary. New techniques and devices should be discussed with a qualified physician. For a consultation with Dr. Carlo Honrado MD, FACS, contact (310) 286-0043 or visit drhonrado.com/contact. Content generated by AI (Mentis Intelligence) per California AB 3030 disclosure requirement.
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