Injectables ban for under-18s to come into force in October

Published: 14-Sep-2021
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Botulinum toxin and dermal fillers administered to under-18s will become an illegal act, with clinicians facing prosecution

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A ban on Botox and fillers for teenagers under the age of 18 will soon be coming into effect.

The Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Act 2021 will come into

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