The increasing demand for services offered by medical spas raises concerns regarding patient safety and the level of clinical oversight provided in these settings. Understanding public interest in aesthetic treatments is crucial for healthcare professionals to navigate the evolving landscape of cosmetic dermatology.
Data Highlights
Procedure
Med Spa RSV
Dermatologist RSV
Effect Size
Lip Fillers
35.7
9.1
26.6
Botox Injection
49.4
29.1
20.3
Laser Hair Removal
71.1
63.7
7.4
Microneedling
32.6
28.5
4.1
Chemical Peels
22.8
71.6
-48.8
Laser Skin Resurfacing
8.9
48.0
-39.1
Microdermabrasion
18.9
51.7
-32.8
Key Findings
Search interest for 'med spa' significantly exceeded that for 'dermatologist' for lip fillers, Botox, laser hair removal, and microneedling.
Conversely, 'dermatologist' queries had higher RSVs for chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, and microdermabrasion.
All comparisons between search terms were statistically significant (P values ≤ .004).
RSVs are normalized metrics ranging from 0 to 100, indicating relative search interest.
Clinical Implications
Ensuring patient safety and clinical oversight remains paramount as demand for these services grows.
Conclusion
The findings indicate a trend in public preference for medical spas over dermatologists for specific cosmetic procedures.
