ABIC Aesthetic Menopause Committee
ABIC Aesthetic Menopause Committee
Leading the future of Menopause Aesthetics in Australia
Redefining care. Raising standards. Protecting women.
The Aesthetic and Beauty Industry Council (ABIC) has launched the Aesthetic Menopause Division, a national first. This new Division will pioneer and protect the emerging specialisation known as Menopause Aesthetics, a term coined by ABIC to define the intersection between menopause support and aesthetic, dermal, and beauty practice.
With rising demand from women experiencing hormonal changes and the increase in services being marketed to this demographic, now is the time to lead with integrity. ABIC is building this division to ensure that menopause-related aesthetic care is grounded in ethics, evidence, and client-centred professionalism, not hype or opportunism.
We are committed to creating a safe, structured, and credible path forward that benefits both practitioners and the women they serve.
Why Now?
Across Australia, women in midlife are increasingly turning to aesthetic clinics, skin therapists, beauty practitioners, and wellness experts for help managing the visual and emotional effects of menopause. But this surge in demand has led to:
- Misleading advertising claims targeting vulnerable clients
- Unqualified individuals calling themselves “menopause experts”
- Opportunistic rebranding of treatments as “menopause solutions” without scientific basis
- Growing risk of public mistrust, media scrutiny, and government regulation
Rather than wait for external regulation, ABIC is acting now, taking pre-emptive responsibility to set the standards ourselves through a dedicated division and a professional committee of experienced leaders.
What the Division Will Do
This Division will set the national benchmark for safe, ethical, and evidence-informed menopause-focused aesthetic care. It will:
- Define and lead the emerging category of Menopause Aesthetics
- Develop a Code of Conduct for Ethical Advertising and Promotion in menopause services
- Establish Best Practice Guidelines for consultations, referrals, and treatment in beauty, dermal and medical aesthetic settings
- Create endorsed Education and Certification Pathways for practitioners seeking menopause-focused specialisation
- Collaborate with qualified menopause health professionals to support cross-disciplinary care
- Contribute to public campaigns that empower women and raise awareness of safe aesthetic options
- Provide the industry with a framework for self-regulation that safeguards access to education and treatment, and minimises the need for external intervention
We will do this through the formation of a Menopause Aesthetics Committee operating under this Division.
Who Should Apply
We are now calling for passionate, ethical, and experienced professionals to join the Menopause Aesthetics Committee. This is an opportunity to influence the future of aesthetics in Australia — and protect the wellbeing of thousands of women.
You should consider applying if you are:
- A cosmetic doctor, GP, or medical professional with an interest in aesthetics and women’s midlife health
- A cosmetic nurse, dermal therapist, or advanced beauty therapist with experience treating peri- or post-menopausal clients
- A menopause educator, clinical nutritionist, psychologist, pelvic health specialist, or allied health professional
- An industry educator, trainer, or curriculum advisor in the beauty or wellness sector
- A clinic owner, thought leader, or senior practitioner looking to drive ethical change
- A consumer advocate with lived experience and a passion for helping others navigate menopause safely
You need to be experienced in working in menopause care or consulting. You will bring clinical experience, strong ethics, and a desire to shape standards that serve women with dignity, science, and compassion.
Why Join the Committee
As a committee member, you will:
- Collaborate directly with ABIC and its CEO Stefanie Milla to pioneer this nationally significant Division
- Co-create foundational documents including codes of conduct, best practice treatment guidelines, referral protocols, and educational pathways
- Gain national recognition for your expertise and contribute to meaningful reform
- Help shape the narrative around menopause in aesthetics, ensuring it remains client-first and scientifically grounded
- Build relationships with a national team of likeminded professionals across medicine, aesthetics, and wellness
- Be at the forefront of media, education, and advocacy campaigns
- Represent your profession as a trusted leader in the evolution of menopause care
This is more than a committee role. It is a legacy project for the Australian aesthetics and beauty industry, and a chance to lead with purpose.
What We Want to Achieve
The Menopause Aesthetics Division has a clear 12-month strategic plan. In collaboration with the Committee, we will:
- Finalise and publish a Code of Conduct for menopause-related advertising and client communication
- Define the category of Menopause Aesthetics and clarify scope of practice for all levels of providers
- Develop endorsed education pathways that practitioners can access, including CPD-accredited learning
- Launch the first national Menopause Aesthetics Certification within the SafeSkin Certification program for clinics and individuals
- Publish Best Practice Guidelines for clinical care of menopausal skin, hair, and body
- Establish interdisciplinary referral frameworks linking beauty, dermal, wellness, and medical professionals
- Run a national public awareness campaign to position safe and ethical menopause aesthetics care in the public eye
- Contribute to ongoing self-regulation and industry advocacy, reducing the risk of government restrictions that could limit access to care for women in midlife
Get Involved - Join our Aesthetic Menopause Committee
Apply Now
If you are ready to take a leadership role in shaping the future of menopause care in aesthetics, we encourage you to apply.
Together, we will shape an industry that serves women with integrity, empathy, and excellence.
The ABIC Aesthetic Menopause Committee is open to ABIC Members. If you are not yet an ABIC Member you can register HERE
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We look forward to welcoming you on the committee and thank you for your interest.
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