PLIM is a transformative tool, in reshaping consumer spending habits, particularly in the realm of aesthetic treatments. This innovative Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) service enables individuals to undergo cosmetic procedures without immediate full payment, revolutionising accessibility to aesthetic enhancements. By intertwining financial flexibility with personal aspirations, PLIM breaks traditional barriers, fostering both economic empowerment for businesses and enhanced mental well-being for consumers.
By breaking down financial barriers, you open the door to a more diverse clientele, foster patient satisfaction, and position your clinic at the forefront of the evolving landscape of medical aesthetics. Traditional financing methods often come with the burden of high-interest rates, making aesthetic treatments seem financially daunting. PLIM’s ethos is accessibility for self-care, helping both the clinics build their business whilst also considering the cost-of-living crisis and demand for healthcare treatments for the consumer. PLIM facilitates greater inclusivity within the beauty industry, promoting diversity and self-expression. PLIM emphasises the importance of flexibility. PLIM enables patients to choose combination treatments or more extensive services that may have seemed financially out of reach before. In turn improving patient mental and physical satisfaction. Unlocking the transformation with PLIM extends beyond the physical realm—it's about empowering yourself to invest in your well-being without compromising your financial commitments.
From the perspective of businesses offering aesthetic services, integrating PLIM into their payment options yields substantial financial benefits. By accommodating instalment payments, clinics and practitioners attract a larger clientele base, tapping into previously untapped market segments. This increased foot traffic translates into heightened revenue streams, driving business growth and sustainability. Moreover, PLIM minimises the financial risks associated with non-payment or delayed payment, providing businesses with a more secure and predictable cash flow. Ultimately, by embracing PLIM, aesthetic clinics can optimise their financial performance while simultaneously expanding their customer reach.
Beyond its economic implications, PLIM's impact extends to the realm of mental health and well-being. Aesthetic treatments often serve as catalysts for boosting individuals' confidence and self-esteem. However, the prohibitive costs associated with such procedures have historically hindered individuals from realising these transformative benefits. PLIM dismantles this financial barrier, enabling individuals to invest in self-care without compromising their financial stability.
PLIM prides itself in working with some of the top clinics in the UK. In particular, female led clinics. Female doctors are pioneering the aesthetic industry, reshaping standards and practices with their expertise and innovation. Their empathetic approach and attention to detail resonate deeply with patients, fostering trust and satisfaction. By breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes, they inspire a new generation of practitioners and redefine beauty standards. PLIM had the opportunity to sit down with four of the leading doctors based in London to discuss the benefits of integrating PLIM into their clinic.
Dr Sabrina Shah Desai (Perfect Eyes) Quote
With over two decades of surgical and non-surgical experience, Dr Sabrina Shah-Desai is currently considered to be one of the safest, most experienced eye and face rejuvenation experts practising in UK. Her extensive training, in combination with her caring and empathetic nature, makes her a natural choice for patients seeking the very best in cosmetic treatment. Dr Sabrina appears consistently in Tatler magazine as one of the UK’s “Best for Eyes” and Top Doctors” since 2019, and received the prestigious UK Aesthetic Award multiple times as “Highly Commended Consultant Surgeon 2022, “Best Consultant Surgeon 2021” and for “Best Surgical Result 2021”.
‘’ PLIM has been a fantastic addition to my clinical practice. My patients are looking for the latest advanced treatment options by advanced practitioners that can sometimes be over their budget. Introducing PLIM into our clinic has allowed patients access to these treatments by some of the best practitioners. I have found some of the most popular treatment options patients use alongside PLIM are Morpheus 8 and Sofwave. PLIM also gives my patients access to surgical procedures, including upper and lower blepharoplasty. Not only has PLIM been a great addition to the clinic but their administrate support has been excellent. They are a great team to work with’’.
Jenny Doyle (Clinic Holland Park) Quote
Miss Jennifer Doyle BMBCh MA(OXON) FRCOphth is a Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon and Aesthetic Practitioner specialising in eyelid surgery and advanced facial aesthetics. She graduated with Distinction from Oxford University in 2012 having read Medicine at Christ Church College, Oxford. Having been awarded the Proxime Accessit for the Gibbs Prize she was made a scholar.She is a Key Opinion Leader for Sciton, Sofwave and Ameela and has been appointed to the editorial board of Aesthetic Medicine.
‘’Our most popular treatments are our combination treatments Wavelift (incorporating Sofwave & Ameela polynucleotides) and Skin Regenesis (incorporating Sciton laser resurfacing and Ameela polynucleotides). We know within aesthetics there has been lots of focus on utilising multimodal approaches to achieve the best outcomes for our patients and after partnering with PLIM, the flexible payment option has made these combination treatments much more accessible. For us as a clinic it is great as we are finding patients are more readily able to flexibly finance these combination treatment plans and achieve superior results alongside it’’.
Dr Natasha Verma, (Skin NV) Quote
Dr Natasha Verma is a well-respected and established aesthetic doctor with a specialist interest in advanced skin treatments. Her interest in aesthetic medicine combined with her passion in scientific research, artistry and lifestyle medicine set the foundations of Skin NV. She is deemed an expert in the management of acne in Asian skin types and hair loss in Asians. Dr NV has gained over 10 years of unparalleled experience within numerous dental and surgical specialities including head & neck surgery and plastic surgery. Her articles have been featured in The Aesthetic Journal and as a true academic, Dr NV is currently pursuing her final year of the Masters (MSc) Aesthetic Medicine programme at Queen Mary’s University, London.
"At our clinic, Skin NV, we have observed a significant preference among patients for three primary treatments: Microneedling, Skinade supplements, and Polynucleotides. The synergistic effects of these therapies demonstrate remarkable efficacy across various skin depths, leading to enhanced outcomes. This combination has become a cornerstone for patients seeking natural and enduring rejuvenation.
We are pleased to offer Plim as a solution for our patients' long-term treatment plans and self-care needs. Plim enables patients to invest in their well-being with ease, as payments are conveniently divided into manageable amounts. Importantly, Plim's structure ensures that there is no adverse impact on credit ratings or the accrual of ongoing interest fees, representing a substantial benefit for our clientele.
Our commitment lies in seamlessly integrating treatments into our patients' lifestyles, fostering continued dedication and adherence. With Plim, this objective becomes effortlessly attainable, further facilitating our mission to deliver holistic skincare solutions tailored to individual needs."
Dr Yusra, (Dr Yusra Clinic) Quote
Dr Yusra is a strong supporter of the Safety in Beauty campaign and is dedicated to supporting the profession in providing safe aesthetic treatments for their patients. She is a lead lecturer and trainer to doctors and dentists at the Royal college of general practitioners in London on how to deliver safe effective treatments with Botulinum toxin and dermal fillers as well as teaching the advanced non-surgical face lift.
Dr. Yusra Al-Mukhtar, esteemed medical aesthetics practitioner and educator, harnesses the power of PLIM in her clinics across London and Liverpool.
Dr Yusra says, “My approach to patient care is rooted in holistic wellness, starting with optimising skin health through tailored skincare programs and advanced treatments such as Secret RF and Plinest Polynucleotides.
At my clinics, I empower patients to take control of their financial well-being by offering PLIM as a convenient payment option. This allows them to access combination treatments for the best possible results. From enhancing features with dermal fillers, Sculptra, and skin boosters to providing cutting-edge body contouring solutions like Emerald Laser, EmSculpt, EmSella, and Lymphatic Drainage with our body balancer, I strive to ensure every patient achieves their aesthetic goals with confidence and ease. With PLIM, my patients can embark on their journey to self-enhancement with peace of mind and flexibility that is in line with their budgetary requirements”.
In conclusion, Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) financing presents a significant boon for both aesthetic doctors and patients, particularly in the context of combination treatments. For doctors, BNPL options facilitate increased patient accessibility to comprehensive treatment plans, encouraging individuals to explore a wider range of aesthetic enhancements without financial constraints. This flexibility not only expands revenue streams for practitioners but also fosters long-term patient satisfaction and loyalty.
