New Frontiers in Skin Rejuvenation, Including Stem Cells and Autologous Therapies

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2020 Feb;28(1):101-117. doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2019.09.009.

Abstract

One of the greatest challenges in the progression of aesthetic medicine lies in providing treatments with long-term results that are also minimally invasive and safe. Keeping up with this demand are developments in autologous therapies such as adipose-derived stem cells, stromal vascular fraction, microfat, nanofat, and platelet therapies, which are being shown to deliver satisfactory results. Innovations in more traditional cosmetic therapies, such as botulinum toxin, fillers, and thread lifts, are even more at the forefront of the advancement in aesthetics. Combining autologous therapies with traditional noninvasive methods can ultimately provide patients with more effective rejuvenation options.

Keywords: Adipose; Aesthetic; Cosmetic; Fat transfer; Platelet therapy; Rejuvenation; Stem cells; Thread lift.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adipose Tissue / transplantation
  • Cosmetic Techniques*
  • Dermatologic Surgical Procedures*
  • Humans
  • Rejuvenation*
  • Skin Aging*
  • Stem Cells