AMWC Monaco 2026 - my report.

At the end of March, I was in Monaco at the AMWC—the Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress—at the Grimaldi Forum. With over 17,000 doctors from around the world, more than 350 exhibitors, and hundreds of presentations and live demonstrations, this congress is one of the most important opportunities for me each year to stay abreast of international developments in my field.

What particularly impressed me this time was that the direction is clear. Aesthetic medicine is moving away from quick fixes and toward a deeper, regenerative understanding of aging.

Biostimulators Dominate – Collagen Instead of Volume

The dominant theme at AMWC 2026 was the latest biostimulators—in particular, poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) and calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA). These substances do not replace volume but rather stimulate the body to produce its own collagen. The result is more gradual, natural, and long-lasting than that of traditional fillers.

Galderma—which is particularly relevant to me as a certified Galderma speaker—presented new data from its injectables portfolio with a focus on holistic aesthetic results. It’s no longer just about smoothing out a wrinkle. It’s about thinking of the face as a whole.

Regenerative Aesthetics – Exosomes, PRP, and Autologous Fat

Another major trend: regenerative procedures that activate the body’s own healing processes. Exosome therapy, PRP treatments, and autologous fat transfer were the focus of numerous sessions. The message was clear—these procedures are promising, but they must be used with scientific rigor, not merely as a trend.

I already use regenerative procedures such as PRP and autologous fat in my clinic—and it was reassuring to see how actively the international research community is working in this area.

„GLP-1 Face“—A New Phenomenon in Clinical Practice

A topic that is becoming increasingly common in clinical practice: the so-called „GLP-1 Face“ effect. More and more female patients are taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss—and are experiencing significant volume loss in the face as a result. In Monaco, combination therapies were discussed to counteract this loss of volume: biostimulators, autologous fat transfer, and structural filler protocols. This is an issue I’m already seeing more frequently at my clinic.

Neuroaesthetics—The Psychology Behind the Results

Dr. Steven Dayan presented fascinating insights into the field of neuroaesthetics—how the brain perceives and processes aesthetic treatment results. The goal is not a younger-looking face, but rather a face that appears more rested and harmonious. This is a perspective I strongly share in my daily consulting work.

The „Undetectable Era“

The term I’ve heard most often: „The Undetectable Era.“ The era in which you could tell a patient had undergone treatment is over—at least in the world’s top practices. Structural harmony, natural mobility, and skin quality instead of visible procedures. That is the direction the entire field is moving in—and the one I have been pursuing in my clinic from the very beginning.

If you have any questions about the treatments mentioned or would like to schedule a consultation at my clinic in Berlin-Charlottenburg, I look forward to hearing from you.