Aesthetic Nurse
RGN (Registered General Nurse) | INP (Independent Nurse Prescriber)
Julie is an Aesthetic Nurse Specialist and owner of JB Cosmetic, with over 25 years of medical experience and more than 16 years as a leading expert in cosmetic injectables. Known for her artistic approach to aesthetic medicine, she is celebrated for her honesty, transparency, and ethical practice, earning the trust of a loyal client base that spans over a decade.
Julie began her career at St Mary’s Hospital in London, after qualifying as a nurse in 1999. She gained invaluable experience working alongside top cosmetic surgeons and in specialties such as gynaecology and breast oncology. Her role as a senior practice nurse in West London and Harley Street allowed her to care for women undergoing reconstructive breast surgery, further refining her expertise in patient care and aesthetics.
A former director and board member of the British Association of Medical Aesthetic Nurses, Julie continues to be an influential voice in her field. She serves on the editorial boards of both the Journal of Aesthetic Nursing and the Dermatological Nursing Journal, contributing to the advancement of aesthetic medicine through over 46 published articles. Julie also serves as an Independent Investigating Officer for professional and regulatory organisations.
Julie’s leadership extends to her role on the Merz Aesthetics UK and Ireland faculty board, and she is currently an intern for the MSc in Specialist Practice of Non-Surgical Interventions, in collaboration with the City of London Dental School and The Institute of Medicine.
Among her many achievements, Julie's proudest moments include winning the prestigious Aesthetic Nurse of the Year award for ethical practice, presented by Dame Esther Rantzen, and being named one of the top ten cosmetic nurses in the UK by Tatler magazine.
Key areas of expertise include:
Threads: Investigating complications such as infection, suboptimal results, or technical issues.
Vascular Occlusion: Evaluating dermal filler cases involving occlusion, causation, and duty of care breaches.
Delayed Reactions to Dermal Fillers: Addressing immune or inflammatory responses, including nodules and swelling.
Breast and Vaginal Dermal Fillers: Assessing off-label use, risks, and regulatory compliance.
Illegal Botulinum Toxin: Investigating harm from unlicensed products and practitioner responsibility.
Breach of Duty and Causation: Analysing whether accepted standards of practice were met and linking actions to outcomes.
Duty of Care: Examining failures in patient assessment, consent, and aftercare.
Miss Julie Brackenbury
“The court has to be satisfied that the exponents of the body of opinion relied upon can demonstrate that such opinion has a logical basis.” Lord Browne-Wilkinson in Bolitho v City and Hackney Health Authority [1997]
Relevance: This refined the Bolam Test, ensuring that professional opinions must be rational and defensible, not just widely accepted.
Professinal Standing
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Merz Aesthetics UK and Ireland faculty board (MIA)
British Journal of Dermatology Nursing Editorial Board
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing Editorial Board
Clinical Cosmetic & Reconstructive Expo Educational Medical Advisor
Previous: British Association of Medical Aesthetic Nurses Board of Directors
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NMC – Nursing Midwifery Council
BAMAN – British Association of Medical Aesthetic Nurses
BDNG – British Dermatological Nursing Group
ACE – Aesthetic Complications Expert Group
ANP – Association for Nurse Prescribers
AMS – The Aesthetic Multispecialty Society
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Clinical Negligence - Bond Solon Conference, November 2024
Civil Law & Procedure - Bond Solon, September 2022
Courtroom Skills - Bond Solon, October 2021
Excellence in Report Writing - Bond Solon, June 2020
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Personal injury in aesthetic medicine: navigating the risks of non-surgical cosmetic procedures
Expert Witness Journal | Issue 61 | June 2025Combatting bruising
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 10 | No 9 | August 2023Aesthetic practitioners’ professionalism on social media: a cause for concern
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 2 | Issue 802 | October 2022The need for evidence-based research in aesthetic medicine
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 11 | No 7 | September 2022The psychological effects of alopecia areata
Dermatological Nursing | Vol 21 | No 2 | June 2022Practice what you preach and think before you post
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 9 | Issue 202 | March 2020The importance of a holistic approach in aesthetic nursing
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 9 | Issue 102 | February 2020Treating the lower periorbital area with hyaluronic acid
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 8 | Issue 9 | November 2019How to prepare for maternity leave and ensure you return to a healthy busines
Aesthetic Medicine Journal | August 2019Managing patients with needle phobia in aesthetic practice
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 8 | Issue 4 | May 2019Are the images we post on Instagram ageist?
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 8 | Issue 102 | February 2019Subcision: An overview of acne scarring treatment
Dermatological Nursing | Vol 17 | Issue 3 | October 2018Managing expectations: an important part of the aesthetic consultation
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 7 | Issue 629 | June 2018Bridging the gap between dermatology and aesthetic nursing
Dermatological Nursing / Dermatology Nurses’ Association | Vol 16 | No 2 | April 2016Beautification or distortion? Tackling the lip augmentation phenomenon
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 5 | Issue 202 | March 2016Exploring topical treatments for managing acne in female patients
Independent Nurse | November 2016Tips and tricks using botulinum toxin type A: The Botox® Pout
Aesthetic Magazine | October 2016Body dissatisfaction during pregnancy: key considerations for aesthetic practice
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 5 | No 8 | October 2016 | pp 388–391Exploring the concept of empathy in aesthetic nursing
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 5 | No 7 | September 2016 | pp 349–353Enhancing the visibility and supporting the development of aesthetic nurses
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 5 | No 4 | May 2016 | pp 198–198Topical treatments for managing adult acne in women
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 5 | No 5 | pp 222–226Recommended topical treatments for managing adult acne in women
Nurse Prescribing | Vol 14 | No 3 | March 2016 | pp 126-129What will the aesthetic industry look like in ten years time?
The Harley Street Journal | March 2016Guidance on the professional duty of candour for aesthetic nurses
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 4 | No 7 | September 2015 | pp 350–351Acne vulgaris: a review of the topical treatments
Body Language, the UK Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Anti-Ageing | June 2015Could the rise of dermal filler treatments replace facial cosmetic surgery?
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 4 | No 4 | May 2015 | pp 182–184Managing dermal filler complications part 4: impending necrosis
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 4 | No 3 | April 2015 | pp 116–120Managing dermal filler complications part 3: early and delayed infection
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 4 | No 1 | February 2015 | pp 19–22How, why and when can aesthetic nurses say no to a prospective patient?
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 3 | No 9 | November 2014 | pp 442–443CCR Expo: What has been the most significant advance in medical aesthetics this year?
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 3 | No 8 | October 2014 | pp 382–385Nursing and Midwifery Council summit on revalidation and the code of conduct
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 3 | No 7 | September 2014 | pp 351–353Managing dermal filler complications part 2: nodules and granulomas
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 3 | No 7 | September 2014 | pp 331–335Managing dermal filler complications part 1: the Tyndall effect phenomenon
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 3 | Issue 401 | May 2014Survey reveals consumer concerns about aesthetics
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 3 | Issue 301 | April 2014What’s in your emergency bag?
Body Language, the UK Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Anti-Ageing | March 2014There’s more to nursing than hitting clinic targets
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 3 | No 2 | March 2014 | pp 58–58Treating adult acne vulgaris: a summary of the topical and oral preparations
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 3 | No 1 | February 2014 | pp 20–27Adult acne vulgaris: dispelling the myths and exploring the barriers to clinical care
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 2 | No 10 | January 2014 | pp 476–482Thoughts on a live debate: is psychological assessment robust enough for patients?
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 2 | No 9 | November 2013 | pp 444–445Back to Reality: Media portrayal of cosmetic procedures can lead to patients being misinformed with unrealistic expectations and little understanding of risk factors.
Miss Julie Brackenbury discusses how this can affect the patient-practitioner relationship
Body Language, the UK Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Anti-Ageing | October 2013Managing post-partum striae gravidarum and striae distensae in cosmetic practice
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 2 | No 7 | September 2013 | pp 320–327Have you been asked for a second opinion?
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 2 | Issue 301 | April 2013Postpartum skin conditions: managing melasma gravidarum in cosmetic practice
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing | Vol 2 | No 2 | March 2013 | pp 60–66A structured approach to prescribing
Practice Nurse | Vol 42 | No 5 | March 2012 | pp 30-33
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