Staying Informed on RealSelf Updates, Consumer Trends & Industry News
The new RealSelf University Podcast surfaces fresh data and uncovers thought-provoking stories from the most interesting and successful personalities in aesthetics—both doctors and the people who contribute to their success…
It’s really happening. After whispers that began earlier this year and out-and-out tests in non-U.S. markets, Instagram has revealed that it will begin testing hiding ‘likes’ count on Instagram posts…
This month’s reads are about strategy, alternative and diversifying revenue streams and a ban on plastic surgery like filters on Instagram. It’s an unusual and risky strategy—actively encouraging people to…
We’re reading about Facebook, Instagram, ageism and relatable (…or maybe not?) marketing this month.
Drawing lessons and insights from the ascendance of a luxury fitness brand, the importance of inclusive marketing, the possibility of a world without Instagram “likes” + more marketing reads for September.
This month’s reads are all about getting over and getting in tune: the general public starting to get over lingering stigmas associated with plastic surgery overall; cosmetic companies getting over…
This month we’re reading about how to be more genuine in customer interactions, Google Maps’ crisis of trust, Facebook’s solution to stem the spread of dubious health claims, and what…
This month we’re reading about leveraging events to expand your brand, specific branding tactics from top domestic retailers, how to get yourself booked as a podcast guest, and the implications…
We’re excited to connect with you at The Aesthetics Meeting 2019 in just a couple weeks. They don’t call New Orleans “The Big Easy” for nothing, so we’re making it…
This month we’re reading about the possibilities of Instagram’s new shopping tool, the implications of Facebook’s new redesign, how LifeFitness is embedding advertising into people’s workout experiences, and what we…
This month we’re reading about how to leverage competition, creating bingable Instagram stories, what e-commerce can teach us all about marketing, why providers should understand “subculture culture,” and why helpful…
The aesthetics industry has a transparency problem, and a 2016 study published in the journal Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery spells it out. When it comes to making aesthetic decisions, consumer…
SXSW 2019 presented a unique opportunity for the RealSelf brand marketing team to engage our users up close and in person, and to make the world of medical aesthetics accessible…
This month we read about the the ways that consumer experiences are predicted to evolve this year, how our industry should keep marketing front-of-mind as innovations proliferate, and why businesses…
We recently held our inaugural RealSelf Business Advisory Board meeting as we continue our two-way dialogue with diverse representatives from the aesthetics provider community. Thank you to the nine board…
Based on patient feedback, RealSelf just released the 2019 Worth It Rankings. This list ranks more than 140 surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures and brands, using a proprietary consumer satisfaction…
From the bright lights of New York City to our 100,000+ followers on Instagram, we’ve been busy showcasing the doctors inducted into the RealSelf 100 & 500 Hall of Fame.…
Congratulations to all the RealSelf 100 & 500 Hall of Fame inductees! To help you promote your achievement, here are suggested ways to spread the exciting news — and to…
Since 2011, the RealSelf 100 & 500 awards have highlighted board-certified aesthetic doctors in the RealSelf community who consistently demonstrate a commitment to patient education. To honor these winners, we’ve…
About Your Competitive Insights Snapshot The Competitive Insights Snapshot is designed to give you visibility into how your RealSelf profile is performing. In this blog post, I’ll share brief explanations…
