Dr Dev Patel, 121 Winter Road, Portsmouth (2026)

04/02/2026

One thing I always tell my patients after dermal fillers.

Please don’t apply makeup for the first 12 hours after your treatment.
It might seem harmless, but applying makeup too soon can increase the risk of infection and potentially cause longer-term issues.

I’m often asked about skincare too. The honest answer is: it depends.
It comes down to how clean the product is and how it’s applied. I’d avoid dipping fingers into pots or applying anything unnecessary in the first few hours unless I’ve advised it.

As a rule, in clinic we may apply GF5®, a growth factor regenerative product, immediately after treatment (and sometimes before) because it helps support healing and minimise downtime.

That said, most of my patients have very little downtime. Often just a few hours, occasionally a couple of days.

If you’re ever unsure, ask. Good aftercare protects your results.

02/02/2026

My first return to IMCAS Paris since 2018 and it was worth it! The networking was next level, met some amazing new colleagues, shared knowledge with global experts and enjoyed some of the live sessions.

Particular thanks to Acclaro for the wonderful evening in the Eiffel Tower and the lovely surprise of an award! And also to Merz (EMEA) for inviting me to speak on facial harmonisation. I also learnt so much from their top geeks at the stand, whom we rarely get to meet. My head is full of contacts and information I need to follow up on! Need a holiday now. 😂

27/01/2026

🎤 Thrilled to join the conversation at IMCAS 2026!
Join me at the Merz Aesthetics Booth L210 on Level 2.
📍 Paris
Let’s connect and exchange insights!

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27/01/2026

One of the most common things I hear in clinic is:
“My skin barrier must be damaged.”

Often, it isn’t.
It’s mismanaged.

Yes, ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids are essential. They’re skin-identical for a reason. But barrier repair isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution.

I see patients with acne, melasma and rosacea who have been told to just “repair the barrier”, only to find things worsen.
Not because barrier support is wrong, but because it’s being applied without context.

In acne, congestion can increase.
In melasma, pigment pathways stay active.
In rosacea, inflammation gets masked rather than treated.

The issue isn’t barrier repair.
It’s misapplied barrier repair.

Healthy skin isn’t about being gentle forever.
It’s about being appropriate, for your skin, your condition, your moment in time.

24/01/2026

I get asked this a lot.
Can pigmentation be removed permanently?

The honest answer is no, not in the way most people hope.

Pigmentation is your skin responding to damage. That damage can come from UV exposure, inflammation, trauma, hormones, or medical factors. It’s a protective response, not a flaw.

When we treat pigmentation that’s formed in the past, we can often clear it very effectively. But pigmentation is not static. It’s a dynamic process.

If the skin continues to experience damage, or isn’t supported properly at home, pigment activity can be re-triggered and return.

With conditions like melasma, this becomes even more important to understand. It’s not something you fix once and forget. It’s something you manage long term.

The goal is control, not perfection.
Correct what’s there.
Protect the skin going forward.
Maintain results consistently.

That’s how you get real, lasting improvement.

24/01/2026

CellDerma GF5 Bio-Regenerative Serum is not just to improve the safety of our patients nor to merely improve their comfort or period of downtime. It significantly improves the final outcome. Used alone, GF5 Next Generation, improves all Neo parameters of skin quality including texture, pores, lines, pigmentation; it increases facial skin elasticity by up to 56% in 4 weeks* and in fact just the GF complex inside it does this by up to 47%**. So when this Winner of over 5 awards including Best New Dermatological Treatment 2024 (PB Awards) is combined with a multi-award-winning nitrogen plasma device (Neogen PSR), this is what you can achieve. Results driven by evidence-based technology. No needles, one single clinic visit. (Clearly, further sessions can achieve even better results, if desired). Voted Best Aesthetic Clinic South-East 2025. 💪🏽
* Study on 10 adults, twice daily use
** Study on 12 females, 43-50, twice daily use

22/01/2026

I know I am biased but with over 14 years working in aesthetics, I’ve genuinely never encountered a single product, let alone a topical, that has been reported to help across such a wide range of dermatological situations, including patients who have exhausted other, often far more costly options.

One of the strongest testaments to CellDerma GF5 is that it’s now been adopted by multiple plastic surgeons, many still primarily surgical, as their standard peri-surgical skin support. It’s also been recommended by several energy-based device companies here in the UK as their go-to product for optimising the patient journey through faster and more comfortable healing, reduced complication rates and better end outcomes.

What makes that particularly meaningful is that many of these companies had no prior relationship with me at all, the decision was driven purely by patient benefit and results.
Of course, as a stand-alone all-in-one skin rejuvenation product I have compared this to even in-clinic options and it has shown superiority with many parameters. To all those who have celebrated its wonder, thank you.
I’d be hugely grateful for your vote in the Aesthetics Awards 2026 – Best Skincare Product / Range of the Year: CellDerma GF5

👉To vote simply click the link below and scroll down to *voting categories*.

You do have to register but it’s just to validate votes and you won’t be contacted in any way.

Thank you, as always, for your support.

18/01/2026

The art of dermal fillers: Massive boost to self-esteem in just 40 minutes.

P.S. Just 4 syringes used, including Radiesse Plus, which not only helped to deliver these amazing and immediate results, but over the subsequent 6-9 months will have induced her skin to make new collagen and elastin for firmer, plumper and smoother skin.

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14/01/2026

Happy 100th Birthday, Professor Harold Ellis

I was lucky enough to be taught anatomy at Guy’s & St Thomas’s by Professor Harold Ellis, and I still remember his lectures vividly all these years later.

He had that rare ability to make anatomy not just understandable, but genuinely fascinating. Clear, precise, often funny, and delivered with real authority — you listened because you wanted to, not because you had to. He didn’t just teach us where things were in the body; he taught us how to think as doctors.

Reaching 100 having educated generations of medics, written definitive textbooks, and left such a lasting impression on so many of us is remarkable. He was an incredible teacher and a true character — the sort you don’t forget.

Happy 100th birthday, Professor Ellis. A privilege to have been taught by you. 😊🙏🏽

28/08/2025

I’m pleased to be joining the Gloves Off Panel: Aesthetic Treatments – Trendy or Timeless? at this year’s CCR London.⁣
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In a landscape driven by innovation, social trends and evolving patient expectations, it’s more important than ever to discern what’s genuinely effective from what’s just trending.⁣
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I’ll be joined by a wonderful line-up of practitioners for a conversation led by Alice Hart-Davis, as we explore:
✔️ What treatments are gaining traction
✔️ What’s falling out of favour
✔️ What has proven staying power in modern aesthetics
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If you’re attending CCR London, I’d hope to see you there.
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🗓 Thursday 25th September
🕓 16:30 – 16:55
📍 In Practice Theatre
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20/08/2025

Thanks to Living360 for featuring my comments and opinion on Kim Kardashian’s latest launch, the Skims Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap.

While the product makes bold claims about sculpting and tightening the face, I explained why there’s little scientific evidence to support long-term results. At best, compression garments may offer short-term improvements in puffiness through fluid redistribution, much like the marks left on your skin by tight socks.

I also highlighted the potential downsides of prolonged compression, such as skin irritation, impaired lymphatic flow, and barrier disruption if used incorrectly.

When it comes to achieving real, lasting improvements in facial tone and skin health, my advice remains the same: focus on evidence-based solutions such as energy-based devices (radiofrequency, ultrasound), collagen-boosting skincare, and maintaining good lifestyle habits.

It’s always encouraging to see a wider conversation about beauty standards and product claims, and I’m glad to contribute a voice of science and clarity to the discussion.

🔗 You can read the full article via the link in my bio

16/08/2025

Yesterday marked 78 years of India’s independence (15th August 1947). A day not only of remembrance, but of reflection. For me, as a proud Brit of Indian heritage, it is a moment to honour the courage of my parents who journeyed here from India, and the resilience of a nation whose roots run deep in science, philosophy, and healing.

India’s contributions to the world go far beyond politics or history. From the wisdom of Ayurveda — a system of health and balance thousands of years old — to yoga, meditation, and plant-based remedies, many of these traditions now find resonance in Western medicine and lifestyle. We are rediscovering that true health is not just the absence of disease, but the harmony of body, mind, and spirit.

As a doctor, I am reminded that progress is not about choosing between East and West, but about learning from both. Modern medicine saves lives. Ancient medicine teaches us how to live. Together, they offer us a path not only to longer years, but to better ones.

So today, I celebrate my Indian heritage, my British identity, and the universal pursuit of health and freedom. 🌍✨

Happy Independence Day 🇮🇳

Dr Dev Patel

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