United Kingdom Aesthetic Devices Market Size (2024 - 2029)

UK Aesthetic Devices Market Analysis

The United Kingdom Aesthetic Devices Market size is estimated at USD 512.72 million in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 785.62 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 8.91% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

The cosmetic and aesthetic device industry was impacted due to the COVID-19-related lockdown, as many aesthetic surgeries and visits got canceled. For instance, in March 2020, Hamilton Fraser Cosmetic Insurance conducted a survey with 1,360 cosmetic practitioners in the United Kingdom to assess the impact of the pandemic on cosmetic procedures. The study results showed that the practices of 99.78% of practitioners were affected during the initial period of the pandemic.

However, with the relaxation of the lockdown, the market is regaining its pace.

As per the January 2022 article published by the Derma Institute, United Kingdom, 82.61% of beauty clinics reopened after the United Kingdom's first national lockdown restrictions were relaxed, while 88.18% of doctors continued to work at the National Health Services. Also, regarding customers, 83.92% reported the return of existing customers, and 33.67% reported the return of customers. Thus, the market is regaining its growth due to the increased demand for cosmetic surgeries and is expected to show significant growth over time.

Furthermore, factors such as the increasing geriatric and obese population, awareness about aesthetic procedures, and technological advancements are expected to propel market growth.

The rising obese population drives the market's growth. With increasing obesity, the number of aesthetic procedures, such as fat reduction and liposuction, may increase, which correlates to the demand for aesthetic procedures. For instance, the Active Lives Adult Survey in July 2022 estimated that 25.3% of adults in the United Kingdom over 18 years were living with obesity in 2021. Such increasing obesity among adults contributes to increasing demand for several aesthetic procedures such as fat reduction, liposuction, and others, driving the market's growth.

• In April 2022, BTL Group launched aesthetic devices, including Emsculpt, Emtone, and Exilis Ultra360, in the United Kingdom's beauty sector.
• Additionally, in March 2022, aesthetic device company Lumenis launched the Splendor X. The new device is CE-cleared for hair removal, vascular treatments, pigmented lesions, and the treatment of wrinkles.

Thus, owing to the abovementioned factors, the market is expected to project growth during the forecast period. However, stringent regulations for aesthetic procedures and reimbursement issues may hinder the market's growth.

UK Aesthetic Devices Industry Segmentation

As per the scope of the report, medical aesthetic devices refer to all medical devices that are used for various cosmetic procedures. This includes plastic surgery, unwanted hair removal, excess fat removal, anti-aging, aesthetic implants, skin tightening, etc., used for beautification, correction, and improvement of the body. 

The UK aesthetic devices market is segmented by Type of Device (Energy-based Aesthetic Device (Laser-based Aesthetic Device, Radiofrequency (RF) Based Aesthetic Device, Light-based Aesthetic Device, and Ultrasound Aesthetic Device), Non-energy Based Aesthetic Device (Botulinum Toxin, Dermal Fillers and Aesthetic Threads, Chemical Peels, Microdermabrasion, Implants (Facial Implants, Breast Implants and Other Implants)) and Other Aesthetic devices), Application (Skin Resurfacing and Tightening, Body Contouring and Cellulite Reduction, Hair Removal, Tattoo Removal, Breast Augmentation, Other Applications), and End User (Hospital, Clinic, and Home Setting). The report offers the value in USD million for the above segments.