Practitioners issue warning as patients complain about botched cosmetic facial treatment
Practitioners who have expertise in providing cosmetic facial treatments have urged the public to be cautious after experiencing a surge in demand for appointments after reopening after lockdown.
Many practitioners said that they have seen a rise in the number of patients requiring treatment for botched work, which has either resulted from DIY treatment during lockdown or having treatment provided by people who don’t have the relevant training and experience.
Cosmetic treatments, such as Botox and lip fillers, have become increasingly popular in recent years. Although they are non-invasive therapies, they carry risks. Practitioners who are accredited to offer treatment in the UK have witnessed an increase in the number of patients needing corrective treatment, with some developing severe symptoms following their initial procedure.
One patient, who was interviewed for Radio 1’s Newsbeat programme, said that she had been left with black lips after having treatment during lockdown. She had received a recommendation from a friend and had seen pictures on Instagram, which looked legitimate. When the 22-year-old arrived at the address, she didn’t feel comfortable and was worried about going through with the treatment but decided to go ahead. She soon felt blood dripping down her face and within 2 days, her lips had become completely discoloured.
When the patient contacted the person who had administered the treatment, she panicked and said that she was unable to offer any advice. The patient has since had the fillers dissolved at an accredited clinic.
Sadly, this story is not an isolated event and many people have been through a similar experience. In the UK, it is not illegal to offer facial treatments without medical training or expertise. The advice from health experts is to make sure that the clinic or individual offering the treatment is accredited. Save Face has details of approved practitioners and patients can also access treatment at dental practices and medical clinics.
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