
24/06/2025
This is a deeply saddening and troubling incident—one that should never have happened. Yet, with the growing concerns around unregulated products and procedures, it was, unfortunately, only a matter of time.
To every individual affected by this fake toxin episode: I am truly sorry. No one should have to suffer due to negligence, counterfeit products, or lack of proper regulation.
As a medical professional committed to safety, ethics, and education in aesthetics, I stand by all efforts to increase awareness, enforce regulation, and protect patients from harm.
Let this be a turning point for our industry—one that puts patient safety above all else.
Choose your practitioner and product wisely when it concerns your health .
Unregulated aesthetic procedures that pose a huge health risk.
Don’t just look at the before-and-after photos-ask 5 essential questions to stay safe and make the right choice.
Get answers for 5 big questions before choosing your practitioner .
1. Is the practitioner registered healthcare professional who is licensed to prescribe (required for procedures and treatment of complications) and insured?
2. How much time do they spend doing aesthetics?
3. Can thry provide proof that the products and/or devices they will be using are licensed for use in the UK?
4. Do they follow strict infection control protocols?
5. Will they explain the treatment /possible complications and give you time to decide?
— Dr. Bhavjit Kaur
MBBS | MBCAM | Aesthetic Doctor | Advocate for Safe Practice