Glossary
18 terms used across GlowTrip's treatment guides, explained in plain language — general definitions, not a description of any specific clinic's technique.
A broad field covering non-surgical and surgical treatments concerned with appearance. Scope and regulation differ by country.
Instructions and follow-up support provided after a treatment. What is included varies by clinic and should be confirmed in writing.
Textural change in the skin that can follow acne. Approaches are assessed individually by a qualified professional.
A country-specific credential indicating specialist training. The issuing body, not the phrase, is what you verify.
An assessment appointment before treatment. Some clinics offer a remote consultation before an in-person visit.
The period after a treatment during which normal activity may be affected. Estimates vary between people and clinics.
An injectable product used to add volume or contour. Brands and formulations differ; ask which is being used.
A category covering surgical and non-surgical approaches to hair loss.
Any treatment delivered by injection. The category includes very different products.
Device-based treatment using light energy. The specific device and setting matter more than the word "laser".
A surgical procedure to remove fat deposits. Performed by a surgeon after individual assessment.
An injectable that temporarily reduces muscle movement. Sold under several brand names.
Surgical reshaping of the nose. Techniques and recovery differ substantially between approaches.
An umbrella term for injectable hydrating treatments. The specific product and protocol vary widely by clinic.
Device-based categories using ultrasound or radiofrequency energy. Not interchangeable with surgical lifting.
GlowTrip paid membership tiers that affect placement in the directory, not ratings or reviews.
A non-surgical lifting category using absorbable threads. Thread type and placement vary.
A brand name for a specific ultrasound-based skin tightening device.