Carbonated water has become an unexpected yet scientifically grounded addition to professional facial treatments. What began as a K-beauty trend has gained global interest, not only for its refreshing feel but also for its documented effects on skin cleansing, circulation and oxygen delivery. Behind the bubbles lies a cascade of physiological mechanisms that enhance skin health, particularly when tied to the Bohr effect.

Professional skincare has moved well beyond one-size-fits-all facials and generic body wraps. The new generation of treatments is tailored, sensorial and quietly high-tech, delivering real results with none of the post-treatment fuss. Whether it's a facial built around your dosha type, a cellulite treatment that doesn't rely on suction, or a spa ritual that begins at your feet and ends with mineral SPF, this year’s standout launches are precise, personal and refreshingly low-key.

In this roundup, we spotlight the newest professional beauty treatments that deserve your attention. From biotech facials to device-led contouring, these are the ones already making waves in clinics and treatment rooms across the country.

Esperer, founded by CBT-trained psychologist Dina El Adlani, is blending facial treatments with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). The CBT Facial is less about miracle ingredients and more about reconnecting skin with self-worth. It’s catching quiet momentum as one of the boldest ideas in the beauty world. Not because of the products used, but because of what they’re paired with.

There’s something almost instinctive about the impulse to zap a spot the moment it appears. A dab of toothpaste, a splash of rubbing alcohol; anything to shrink it overnight. But this common “drying out” approach to treating acne is not just outdated; it may be doing more harm than good. For professionals guiding patients through acne care, the conversation is shifting from surface-level quick fixes to strategies that support skin barrier integrity, minimise inflammation, and accelerate proper healing.

Chemical peels remain a trusted tool in aesthetic clinics for refreshing the skin. One of the most important signs practitioners watch for during these procedures is a visual cue called frosting. This distinctive whitening of the skin isn’t just a surface change; it reveals the depth of the peel and how the skin is responding to the acid.

Accurately classifying a patient’s skin type and tone is crucial for safe and effective treatments. Skin type influences how skin reacts to laser energies, injectables, and skincare actives. The Fitzpatrick Skin Phototype Scale (FST) has long been the standard for gauging UV sensitivity and guiding treatment settings. However, with increasingly diverse patient populations and advanced technologies, dermatology has begun exploring more nuanced classification systems. We review the Fitzpatrick scale’s validation, strengths, and criticisms, then examines alternative skin classification systems – from the Goldman World Scale to objective measures like the eumelanin index and Individual Typology Angle (ITA) – including newer AI/imaging-based tools and compare these systems in terms of clinical utility for lasers, injectables, and skincare, their accuracy in assessing pigmentation and UV sensitivity, their inclusivity, and ease of use.