ACE (Aesthetics Conference & Exhibition) is one of the UK’s leading events for doctors, surgeons, nurses, dentists, dermatologists, clinic managers, injectors, and basically everyone in between within the medical aesthetic industry, who are shaping the future of the industry.
For 14 years, it has been helping businesses grow and professionals level up. And thus, ACE has earned its stellar reputation by bringing the community together for top-tier education, great networking, and direct access to the most trusted brands, suppliers, and manufacturers in the industry.
This year the event was bigger and better than ever and it will soon outgrow the spacious Business Design Centre in Islington. Every space and room seemed to be occupied by the conference this year and there were visibly more attendees than any prior event.
A testament to the meteoric growth of the industry in the last 5 years with competition increasing considerably, especially in large urban centres like London.
This two-day learning experience (took place on the 13th and 14th of March 2026) wrapped up with the glamorous Aesthetics Awards on the evening after the second day, the perfect way to relax and celebrate with your team after ACE. Trust us, it is an evening you want to be part of, celebrating the very best in the industry and giving you another chance to connect and network with your peers.
Digital Aesthetics has attended ACE for several years, and we can honestly say it is an unmissable event that never fails to inspire, educate, and connect the entire aesthetics community. This year was extra special for us as the agency was awarded a Finalist position for the Best Solution Provider at the Aesthetics Awards 2026 that followed the conference.
Here is why ACE is the ultimate destination for anyone in the aesthetics world in 2026, and why you will want to miss being part of it.
ACE 2026 Has It All
ACE is an event designed for all medical aesthetics professionals, offering unrivalled access to expert insights and cutting-edge solutions from leading practitioners. Dive into CPD-certified education, enjoy over 17 hours of networking with the brightest minds in the field, and explore a packed agenda across five dynamic theatres. Plus, with more than 90 top brands from the UK and around the world, ACE is your gateway to the very best the industry has to offer.
And ACE 2026 is not holding back. Everyone got to connect, discover, and learn the future of medical aesthetics. With an estimated 3200 attendees and 95 brands, attendees gained up to 16 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points, along with 16 hours of advantageous networking.
As the UK’s only event bringing together the top pharmaceutical, device, skincare, and service companies, the Aesthetics Conference & Exhibition gives you the chance every year to dive deep into the latest trends, get expert advice, and explore innovations that will elevate your practice and take the medical aesthetics world to the next level.
To vastly sum it up, by attending this amazing event, you get to learn from leading KOLs by attending 5 free agendas over 2 days, discover the very latest products and technology for your clinic, catch up with leading associations such as the BAMAN, BCAM, JCCP and more to stay in touch with the aesthetics community throughout the year. It also provides you with the opportunity to gain practical business advice, tips and tricks to maximise your clinic’s success.
How To Experience Everything ACE 2026 Has To Offer
ACE 2026 took take place across six free conference theatres and featured more than 100 world-class speakers. Be sure to check these out to grab the proverbial bull by the horns when it comes to staying up-to-date with best practices.
NEW to ACE this year is the exciting Cutting Edge Theatre, showcasing advanced theories and emerging concepts in medical aesthetics. This was your space to learn what is hot and happening, keeping you ahead of the game (and your competitors).
The Association Theatre gives attendees the chance to engage with leading industry associations driving the field forward, covering essential topics like ethics, safety, and best practices. Meanwhile, the Allergan Aesthetics Main Auditorium (proudly hosted by headline sponsor Allergan Aesthetics) delivers two full days of free, must-attend educational content designed to inspire and elevate your practice.
There is also the In Practice Theatre, bringing together the brightest business minds and award-winning practitioners for live talks packed with insights and strategies to drive your clinic’s success.
Let us not forget the Innovation Forum, where you can join your aesthetic peers for engaging sessions featuring the latest product launches, groundbreaking innovations, and advanced techniques. Even cybersecurity got a mention this year. Plus, the Aesthetics Mastery Theatre allows you to fully immerse yourself in live demonstrations led by top experts, revealing the techniques and products shaping the field of medical aesthetics.
A Quick Look At The Aesthetics Awards 2026
Before we begin, we just need to say: Early Bird Tickets will be soon on sale on the official ACE website for the event on 2027.
So, why grab a ticket within the next 3 months? Simply put, just like ACE, the Aesthetics Awards is also one of the longest-standing awards ceremonies in the UK medical aesthetics specialty.
With over 450 entries and nearly 900 guests in 2025, it is clear that the Aesthetics Awards is a stunning event that not only allows your dress to impress, but also celebrates some of the most innovative movers and shakers within the field.
The awards ceremony this year welcomed both newcomers and industry veterans alike. Digital Aesthetics was there as a finalist for the Best Solution/Service Provider Award of 2026. And we LOVED it.
“It was such a great night – definitely one of the best-dressed events I’ve been to! The karaoke was a brilliant touch, and I loved the variety of photo opportunities around the venue. The long bar made it easy to get served quickly, and the photobooth was fab, quick, easy to use, and hassle-free without needing to enter email addresses. The food was fantastic too. Overall, a brilliant evening celebrating the very best in medical aesthetics” – DevPatel Cellderma
“I was genuinely amazed by the event and the true power of attending awards. Despite having 23 years in the industry, this was actually my first time attending – quite shocking! But from now on, I’ll definitely be making it a must-attend event. It was such a wonderful experience to be part of such a thriving community – the awards really do play a key role in driving the industry forward.” – Marcus Haycock
To Put It All Into Perspective
Here is what to remember, ACE 2026 was not just another event. Oh no, it is where the future of medical aesthetics comes alive. From groundbreaking insights and cutting-edge techniques to unmatched networking and inspiration, this is your opportunity to immerse yourself in everything shaping the industry.
Whether you are looking to elevate your practice, gain a competitive edge, make new friends, or simply be part of a community that is driving change, ACE is the place to be.
However, do not just be the person who just hears about the trends, but go and experience them!
So if you missed it this year, make sure you are there, the next.
