PROGRAM

CME Credits at a Glance

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CME Certified
Date Event CME Credits
April 17, 2026 LIVE & LABS: Full-day Fullface live treatments with injectables and EBDs 12 CME
April 17, 2026 INTENSIVE COURSE: BLEPHAROPLASTY & BROW LIFT 7 CME
April 17, 2026 INTENSIVE COURSE: BROW LIFT, FACELIFT, NECK LIFT & CHIN AUGMENTATION 7 CME
April 18, 2026 INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONGRESS 11 CME

APRIL 17–18, 2026

Interdisciplinary congress for aesthetic facial medicine, oculoplastic surgery, facial surgery, injectables and longevity medicine
Two days dedicated to modern facial medicine. April 17 features LIVE & LABS with full-face injectable treatments, energy-based devices and surgical intensive courses. April 18 hosts the International Scientific Congress at SKY LEVEL 28 in Cologne, bringing together leading international experts.

TWO DAYS. THREE FORMATS.

Clearly structured so you can immediately find the format that fits your interests.
April 17 · SKY LEVEL 28
LIVE & LABS
Practice-oriented education day with live demonstrations covering injectables, skin quality, energy-based devices, laser, ultrasound and safety.
  • minimally invasive full-face treatment concepts
  • live treatments performed by experts
  • direct applicability in daily clinical practice
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April 17 · SKY LEVEL 27
Surgical Intensive Courses
Structured surgical training focused on blepharoplasty, brow lift, deep plane facelift, neck lift and chin augmentation.
  • step-by-step surgical concepts
  • clear operative strategies
  • compact surgical focus
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April 18 · SKY LEVEL 28
International Scientific Congress
Full-day scientific program with international faculty from facial surgery, oculoplastic surgery, injectables and longevity medicine.
  • interdisciplinary lectures
  • German–English simultaneous translation
  • compact international update
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TICKETS & PARTICIPATION OPTIONS

Choose the format that best fits your professional focus.
LIVE & LABS
For physicians focused on injectables, skin quality, devices, laser and safety.
Surgical Intensive Courses
For colleagues with a surgical focus or an interest in structured surgical training.
Symposium
For those seeking a compact international update across the full spectrum of modern facial medicine.

LIVE & LABS (17. April) - 12 CME

€250,00 EUR

Scientific Congress (18. April) - 11 CME

€490,00 EUR

Full Congress Pass (April 17–18) – 23 CME

€650,00 EUR

APRIL 17, 2026

Two parallel formats · First congress day
April 17 · SKY LEVEL 28
LIVE & LABS
Practice-oriented education day with live demonstrations covering injectables, skin quality treatments, energy-based devices, laser, ultrasound and complication management.
  • full-face analysis and treatment planning
  • live treatments performed by international experts
  • modern injection techniques and combination strategies
  • ultrasound in complication management
  • energy-based devices and laser
09:00 – 09:30 Registration
09:30 – 10:00 Breakfast & Networking
from 10:00 Start of LIVE & LABS
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April 17 · SKY LEVEL 27
SURGICAL INTENSIVE COURSES
Structured surgical training with step-by-step concepts covering blepharoplasty, brow lift, deep plane facelift, neck lift and chin augmentation.
  • Blepharoplasty All-In
  • brow lift as an introduction to the facelift block
  • deep plane facelift
  • neck lift strategies
  • chin augmentation
07:00 – 07:30 Registration for Intensive Courses
07:30 – 13:00 Blepharoplasty Intensive Course
12:00 – 13:00 Brow Lift Module
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch & Networking
14:00 – 18:00 Deep Plane Facelift · Neck Lift · Chin Augmentation
Note: Participants of the Facelift Intensive Course join the program at 12:00 with the Brow Lift module.
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APRIL 17 — LIVE & LABS

SKY LEVEL 28 · from 10:00 AM
LIVE & LABS is FACE.COLOGNE’s practice-oriented educational format for physicians who want to understand minimally invasive treatment concepts in a structured way and apply them safely in daily practice. The focus is on real live treatments, transparent clinical decision-making, and direct practical relevance.

Moderation: Dr. Jesper Thulesen (Denmark) & Dr. Lonny Green (USA)
09:00 – 09:30 · Registration
Check-in, name badges, and a relaxed arrival before the program begins.
09:30 – 10:00 · Breakfast, Networking & Arrival
Coffee, breakfast, exchange with colleagues, and time to visit the partner area.
10:00 – 10:45
Live Injections · Skin Quality – From Hydration to Regeneration in a Multimodal Treatment Concept
Abed Atoui · Rheine

Live demonstration with the kind support of CROMA Pharma.

Optimizing skin quality has become an independent treatment goal in modern aesthetic concepts. The focus lies on hydration, elasticity, skin texture, regeneration, and naturally looking results. Structural injection techniques, biostimulatory approaches, and intradermal hydration procedures will be demonstrated within a multimodal treatment concept.

During the demonstration, product-specific examples from the Croma Pharma portfolio may also be presented.

  • Structured zone strategy
  • Biostimulatory approaches
  • Hydration, elasticity, and texture
  • Combination logic for natural-looking results
10:45 – 11:30
Live Injections · Precision and Biostimulation for Harmonious Facial Rejuvenation
Dr. Anatol Zotz · Frankfurt

Live demonstration with the kind support of SINCLAIR Pharma.

A modern combination concept of precise facial modeling and biostimulatory approaches for harmonious facial rejuvenation will be demonstrated. The focus lies on targeted volume restoration, contour enhancement, and the long-term support of skin quality and tissue structure.

Using a live treatment, different injection techniques and treatment strategies for various facial zones will be explained in a practical way. Product-specific examples from the Sinclair portfolio may also be presented.

  • Precise volume and contour correction in selected facial areas
  • Biostimulatory approaches for long-term tissue support
  • Combination logic for natural overall results
  • Practical injection techniques from the live demonstration
  • Individualization, safety, and long-term aesthetics
11:30 – 11:45 · Coffee Break
Short break and transition.
11:45 – 12:15
Practice Structure & Patient Communication · Clarity, Trust, and Practical Implementation
KLINIKA & Pixelmedics
Compact session on practice organization, external presentation, and clear patient communication.
11:30 – 12:15
Live Injections · Skin Quality as a Megatrend – New Protocols for Glow and Structure
Dr. Eric Klingelhöfer · Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Live demonstration with the kind support of TEOXANE.

Optimizing skin quality is one of the defining developments in modern aesthetic treatment concepts. The focus is on precise, efficient, and structure-preserving injection approaches to improve glow, skin texture, and overall skin quality – with minimal downtime and high everyday practicality.

Through theory and live injection, participants will see how modern hyaluronic acid-based skin quality concepts can be integrated into clinical practice using few injection points, good tolerability, and immediately visible effects. Product-specific examples from the Teoxane portfolio may be presented during the demonstration.

  • Skin quality as a central treatment goal in modern aesthetics
  • Improvement of glow, skin texture, and structural quality
  • Precise and efficient protocols with few injection points
  • Immediately visible effects with minimal downtime
  • Safety and practical applicability in everyday clinical practice
13:00 – 14:00 · Lunch & Networking
Shared lunch break with participants of the intensive courses and time to visit the partner area.
14:00 – 16:00
Ultrasound in Injection Complications · Clinical Decision-Making in Real Time
Dr. MJ Rowland-Warmann · Liverpool, United Kingdom
Intensive workshop on ultrasound as an active decision-making tool in acute and subacute complication management.
  • Diagnosis of vascular and non-vascular complications
  • Structured decision-making algorithms
  • Scanning protocols for critical facial regions
  • Integration into existing emergency concepts
16:00 – 16:15 · Coffee Break
Break and exchange.
16:15 – 17:00
Forehead Danger Zones – Safe Injection Planning Through Live Marking and Video Demonstration
Dr. Lonny Green · Richmond, USA

In this session, Dr. Lonny Green demonstrates safety-relevant anatomical planning in the forehead area through live marking. The focus is on vascular and anatomical danger zones, safe access pathways, and the strategic preparation of aesthetic injection treatments.

Injection techniques and treatment principles will also be explained using video material, as no live injections will be performed on site. This session combines anatomy, safety thinking, and practical clinical applicability.

  • Recognizing danger zones in the forehead safely
  • Live marking of anatomical landmarks
  • Safe injection planning and strategic access routes
  • Video-based demonstration of injection techniques
  • Complication prevention through anatomical understanding
17:00 – 17:20
Live Demonstration · Precise Skin and Lower Eyelid Tightening with CO₂ Laser
Dr. Andreas Kromer · Berlin

In this compact live demonstration, Dr. Andreas Kromer shows the precise treatment of the lower eyelid with fractional COâ‚‚ laser. The focus lies on safe laser handling, practice-relevant parameter selection, and anatomically sensitive adjustments in the periorbital area.

In addition, key indications, safety aspects, and practical guidance on healing and aftercare will be explained – with the aim of making natural-looking results in minimally invasive treatment approaches clearly understandable.

  • COâ‚‚ laser for the lower eyelid: parameters and technique
  • Safe treatment in the periorbital area
  • Indications and anatomical considerations
  • Aftercare and expected healing course
17:20 – 17:45
Facial Laser Lipolysis · Low-Complication Contouring Through Clear Indication and Structured Technique
Dr. med. Mithat Bayindir · Frankfurt am Main

Facial laser lipolysis allows for effective minimally invasive contour improvement with manageable downtime when patients are selected carefully. Prerequisites for low-complication and reproducible results are precise indication, a standardized approach, and controlled energy delivery.

Using a real treatment case, the procedure will be presented in a structured way – from tissue assessment and tumescent technique to controlled laser guidance within the dual-laser protocol.

  • Clear patient selection and indication
  • Standardized technique in the dual-laser protocol
  • Defined intraoperative endpoints
  • Complication prevention and safety
  • Realistic expectation management
17:45 – 18:30
Strategic Use of Radiofrequency in the Face and Periocular Region
Dr. med. Jürgen Reus · Karlsruhe

Tutorial by Meyer-Haake using the RadioSURG 2200.

This tutorial demonstrates the clinical range of radiofrequency-based applications in the face and especially in the periocular region – from precise incision and differentiated coagulation to RF ablation, resurfacing, and selective volume reduction.

The focus is on the physician’s strategic clinical application: how different clinical effects can be generated in a targeted way through mode selection, mono- or bipolar technique, electrode shape, as well as power and contact control. Practice-relevant areas of application in delicate facial regions will be demonstrated with particular attention to precision, safety, and aesthetic outcome quality.

  • Strategic RF application in the face and periocular region
  • Cut, Cut + Coag, and Coag in clinical comparison
  • Mono- and bipolar techniques in delicate areas
  • RF ablation, resurfacing, and texture optimization
  • Selective volume reduction, including treatment of malar mounds

APRIL 17 — SURGICAL INTENSIVE COURSES

SKY LEVEL 27 · structured surgical education
No overview lectures, but surgical intensive courses with a clear step-by-step structure: from analysis and indication to surgical preparation, operative technique, complication prevention and revision strategies.

Moderation: Dr. HĂĽseyin Aral
07:00 – 07:30 · Registration for Intensive Courses
Participant check-in on SKY LEVEL 27.
07:30 – 13:00
Blepharoplasty All-In — Upper Lid, Lower Lid & Brow Lift
Dr. H. Aral · Dr. Ray Taban · Dr. Todd Hanna
Comprehensive step-by-step surgical course on modern functional and aesthetic eyelid surgery.
  • preoperative analysis of eyelid, brow and midface
  • upper eyelid blepharoplasty: marking, dissection and fat management
  • lower eyelid blepharoplasty: transconjunctival vs. transcutaneous approach
  • importance of brow position for eyelid aesthetics
  • prevention of complications such as eyelid retraction or ectropion
  • revision strategies for unsatisfactory outcomes
12:00 – 13:00
Brow Lift Module
Beginning of the Facelift Block
The brow lift module serves as the didactic introduction to the surgical facelift block. Participants of the Facelift Intensive Course join the program at this point.
13:00 – 14:00 · Lunch & Networking
Shared lunch break with participants of LIVE & LABS.
14:00 – 18:00
Deep Plane Facelift · Neck Lift · Chin Augmentation
Dr. Todd Hanna · New York
This intensive course presents the deep plane facelift as a strategic comprehensive concept of facial rejuvenation.
  • analysis of aging patterns throughout the entire face
  • release techniques and SMAS strategies
  • neck lift and cervical contour definition
  • importance of chin projection for the facial profile
  • protection of relevant nerve structures
  • complication prevention and revision strategies

APRIL 18, 2026

Symposium · SKY LEVEL 28 · Simultaneous Translation German < > English
The symposium on April 18 represents the second congress day of FACE.COLOGNE. International experts present current perspectives from surgery, oculoplastics, dermatology, injectables, ultrasound, preventive medicine, and aesthetic facial medicine.

Simultaneous German–English translation throughout the entire main symposium.
Function, Reconstruction & Clinical Decision-Making
08:50
Surgical or Systemic? Interdisciplinary Decision-Making in Complex Facial Lesions
Prof. Dr. Dr. Urs Müller-Richter · Würzburg · German
Interdisciplinary strategies for complex facial lesions require precise evaluation between surgical, conservative, and systemic treatment approaches. Focus is placed on clinical decision pathways, borderline cases, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
09:05
Surgical Treatment of Facial Nerve Paralysis
Prof. Olaf Michel · Cologne · German
Surgical treatment concepts for facial nerve paralysis focusing on functional restoration, symmetry, eyelid function, and aesthetic balance.
09:20
Optimized Botulinum Toxin Therapy in Blepharospasm and Hemifacial Spasm
Prof. Bettina Wabbels · Bonn · German
Practical strategies for differentiated botulinum toxin application in functional periorbital disorders, focusing on dosage, treatment planning, and clinical fine-tuning.
09:35
Ophthalmologic Conditions with Aesthetic Relevance
Prof. Anja Eckstein · Essen · German
Ophthalmologic diseases and their relevance in aesthetic facial treatments. Focus on the intersection of function, pathology, and aesthetic perception.
09:50
The Face of Resilience – Interdisciplinary Strength After Acid Injury
Prof. Heinz-Herbert Homann & Dr. Hüseyin Aral · Cologne / Duisburg · German
Interdisciplinary reconstruction, functional restoration, and human resilience following severe facial injury. A powerful insight into reconstructive possibilities and responsibility.
10:05
Tumor Surgery of the Face and Neck
PD Dr. Dr. Jan D. Raguse · Münster · German
Oncologic and reconstructive strategies in facial and neck surgery focusing on functional safety, defect reconstruction, and aesthetic responsibility.
10:20 · Coffee Break
20 minutes
Oculoplastics & Periorbital
10:40
Beverly Hills Oculoplastics: Key Learnings from 16 Years of Practice
Dr. Ray Taban · Beverly Hills · English
Insights from 16 years of oculoplastic practice focusing on clinical learnings, surgical precision, and long-term successful strategies.
11:00
Tears in Facial Aesthetics
Dr. Hüseyin Aral · Cologne · German
Functional and aesthetic aspects of the lacrimal system in facial aesthetics, focusing on periorbital conditions and surgical decision-making.
11:20
Periorbital Solutions with Minimally Invasive Procedures
Dr. Jesper Thulesen · Copenhagen · English
Minimally invasive strategies for the periorbital area focusing on safe indication, anatomical understanding, and natural outcomes.
11:40
Modern Blepharoplasty Techniques: When and How to Use Fat Transfer
Dr. Babak Maleki · Toronto · English
Modern concepts in blepharoplasty with a focus on the strategic use of fat transfer for volume balance and periorbital harmony.
Facial Surgery & Rejuvenation
12:00
Modern Brow Lift Techniques
Dr. Todd Hanna · New York · English
Modern brow lift techniques focusing on anatomy, vectors, indications, and natural outcomes.
12:30
Custom Composite Facelift
Dr. Jürgen Reus · Karlsruhe · German
Individually tailored facelift strategies focusing on tissue layers, vectors, and natural results.
The Face Beyond Aesthetics: Identity, Perception & Reconstruction
12:50
Face, Identity and Status: Craniomorphological Analysis in Forensic Identification
Prof. Caroline Wilkinson · Liverpool · English · Video Lecture
A unique scientific perspective on the face beyond aesthetics: how identity, perception, and craniofacial structures interact in forensic reconstruction – and what this reveals about individuality and facial identity.

This lecture will be presented as a video lecture.
13:20 · Lunch & Networking
60 minutes
Injectables, Ultrasound & Safety
14:20
Mastering the Midface – What You Really Need to Know
Dr. Lonny Green · Richmond · English
Clinically relevant midface concepts: analysis, volume strategy, vectors, and key decision principles.
15:00
Management of Complications Using Ultrasound
Dr. MJ Rowland-Warmann · Liverpool · English
Ultrasound as a key tool in modern complication management in injectables: diagnosis, differentiation, and clinical decision pathways.
15:20
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty with Fillers – How Safe Is It?
Dr. Eckart Knoche · Hamburg · German
Anatomical risks, indications, and safety considerations in non-surgical rhinoplasty.
15:40 · Coffee Break
20 minutes
Aesthetic Concepts, Facial Analysis & Cultural Perspectives
16:00
Lips: From “Alienisation” to Normalisation
Dr. Steven Harris · London · English
Critical perspectives on lip aesthetics, overtreatment, and natural proportions.
16:20
The Aesthetics of Restraint – When Harmony Speaks Louder than Change
Dr. Fábio Saito · São Paulo · English
Aesthetic concepts focusing on natural proportions, individuality, and subtle enhancement.
16:40
Cultural Influences in Aesthetics – Tradition Meets Trend
Dr. Lidia Poppe · Bad Kissingen · German
How cultural background and beauty ideals influence patient expectations and communication.
17:00
Thread Lifting – Possibilities and Limitations
Dr. Elisângela Wenzel · Düsseldorf · German
Realistic evaluation of thread lifting within modern aesthetic treatments.

FAQ

The most important questions about participation at a glance.
What is the difference between LIVE & LABS and the Scientific Congress?
LIVE & LABS on April 17 is practice-oriented and focuses on live demonstrations, treatment techniques and direct applicability in daily clinical practice.

The Scientific Congress on April 18 is the main scientific congress day featuring international lectures from surgery, oculoplastics, dermatology, injectables and preventive medicine.
Can I combine different tickets?
Yes. The participation formats of FACE.COLOGNE can partially be combined.

LIVE & LABS on April 17 + Scientific Congress on April 18
These two formats can easily be combined. Many participants choose to attend both congress days in order to experience both the practice-oriented live demonstrations and the scientific congress program.

Surgical Intensive Courses
The intensive courses on April 17 are independent educational formats with limited participant numbers and therefore require separate booking.

Participants of an intensive course can additionally attend the Scientific Congress on April 18.

If you have questions about the best combination, we are happy to assist you before booking.
Can the intensive courses be booked separately?
Yes. The surgical intensive courses are independent educational formats with limited participant numbers and can be booked separately or in combination with the Scientific Congress.
When does LIVE & LABS begin?
Registration takes place from 09:00 – 09:30 at the main entrance of KölnSKY (Level 0).

Afterwards breakfast, networking and arrival time follow.

The program begins at 10:00 on SKY LEVEL 28.
Is simultaneous translation available?
Yes. During the Scientific Congress on April 18, German–English simultaneous translation is provided.
Is LIVE & LABS suitable for beginners?
Yes. The format is intentionally designed so that both beginners and experienced practitioners can understand clinically relevant strategies and transfer them into their own clinical practice.
When and where does registration for the intensive courses on April 17 take place?
Registration for all intensive courses takes place on the day of the event at the main entrance of KölnSKY (Level 0).

Blepharoplasty Intensive Course
Registration: 07:00 – 07:20
Course start: 07:30 on SKY LEVEL 27.

Facelift / Neck Lift / Chin Augmentation Intensive Course
Entry into the program: 12:00 with the Brow Lift module.
Participants of this course may register from 11:30 at the entrance.

After the Brow Lift module, a shared lunch break takes place from 13:00 – 14:00.
The surgical facelift block then begins at 14:00.
I only booked the Facelift Intensive Course on April 17. Can I attend LIVE & LABS in the morning?
Yes. Participants of the Facelift / Neck Lift / Chin Augmentation Intensive Course are welcome to attend the morning sessions of LIVE & LABS.

The surgical facelift intensive course begins at 12:00 with the Brow Lift module. You may therefore attend the LIVE & LABS sessions beforehand.

Registration takes place at the main entrance of KölnSKY (Level 0).

For participants of the facelift intensive course we recommend registration from 11:30 in order to join the Brow Lift module at 12:00 without delay.
I only booked the Blepharoplasty Intensive Course. Can I attend LIVE & LABS in the afternoon?
Yes. Participants of the Blepharoplasty Intensive Course are welcome to attend the afternoon sessions of LIVE & LABS after the course.

The Blepharoplasty Intensive Course ends at 13:00. Afterwards a shared lunch break takes place from 13:00 – 14:00.

Following lunch you may attend the sessions of LIVE & LABS on SKY LEVEL 28. No additional registration or additional fee is required.
When and where does registration for the Scientific Congress on April 18 take place?
Registration for the Scientific Congress takes place on the day of the event at the main entrance of KölnSKY (Level 0).

There you will receive your name badge and all information regarding the schedule.

Registration: 07:00 – 07:45
Start of lectures: 08:00 on SKY LEVEL 28.

After registration you can take the elevators to the congress rooms on SKY LEVEL 28.