A physician has expressed worries regarding a beauty treatment that appears to be gaining popularity once more.
For years, many individuals have embraced a beauty trend involving injections beneath the eyes to diminish the appearance of wrinkles.
Mesotherapy, a treatment that has existed in other countries for a long time, has only recently started to catch on in the United States.
A doctor has issued a warning about the new beauty trend (Getty Stock Image)
What is mesotherapy?
A non-surgical procedure involves a technician using fine needles to inject a blend of vitamins and minerals just below the skin’s surface. This technique aids in reducing fat and eliminating under-eye bags.
Mesotherapy originated in France in 1952, initially aimed at addressing blood vessel and immune system concerns.
Today, it is primarily promoted as a method for losing belly fat, tightening skin, and reducing wrinkles.
While mesotherapy can be applied to any area of the body, it is particularly favored for the abdomen and hands. After the treatment, you may notice small bumps under the skin, but these will subside over time.
Some individuals have reported that the skin may appear somewhat reptilian after the injections, and there is a wealth of photos and videos circulating on social media, especially TikTok, that have garnered significant attention.
What have doctors said about mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy is frequently perceived as a fast and painless procedure that requires minimal recovery. However, a physician has expressed worries about the significant risks associated with it and the possibility that it may not achieve the desired outcomes.
Dr. Viktoryia Kazlouskaya, a dermatologist based in New York, told MailOnline: “The risks of under-eye mesotherapy extend beyond minor side effects, particularly when individuals opt for untrained technicians or attempt to perform the procedure themselves at home.
“Patients may experience prolonged bruising, severe allergic reactions, skin damage from the product entering blood vessels, or even irreversible damage to their eyes.”
Many individuals believe that each practitioner has a unique combination of fluids for mesotherapy. As a result, patients may be uncertain about what they are receiving when opting for this cosmetic procedure.
Typically, the injections consist of a blend of enzymes, hormones, vitamins, and various nutrients, with some practitioners also incorporating prescription medications.
Is mesotherapy regulated?
Dr. Kazlouskaya highlighted that while mesotherapy may be permitted in certain countries, the absence of regulation in the US poses a risk for patients who might use counterfeit or unverified products. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons does not endorse mesotherapy, and the FDA has not approved any medications for this procedure.
Currently, mesotherapy is not explicitly regulated by law in the UK, but the government is considering the establishment of a new licensing framework for non-surgical cosmetic procedures, which is likely to include mesotherapy.
Risks of mesotherapy include nerve and blood vessel damange, irregular skin contours, burns, and infection, Heathline reports.
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