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FDA Warns Consumers: Undisclosed Steroid in Skin-Cap Skin/Scalp Treatment Spray, Do Not Use

Per the agency, testing identified a high-potency glucocorticosteroid in the aerosol spray product that is not disclosed on the label or packaging. As such, consumers are warned not to use the products.

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MedEsthetics Reveals 2025 Editorial Themes

Are you ready for another year of medical aesthetics? Use our Media Planner to take advantage of opportunities across MedEsthetics' media universe throughout the year.

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Top 10 Most Dangerous Cosmetic Surgeries

A recent study by Overnight Glasses analyzed and ranked the most dangerous cosmetic surgeries. Here are the top ten most risky procedures.

Insurance is an essential component of any beauty business.

8 Key Types of Insurance Policies for Beauty Businesses

Business insurance experts reveal top tips on setting up a beauty business and picking the correct insurance.

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Unilever Pays $2 M to Resolve Suave Aerosol Benzene Suit

The settlement resolves claims of benzene contamination in the Suave 24-hr Protection Powder Aerosol Antiperspirant and Fresh Aerosol Antiperspirant.

Every person who reported their side effects also said they received these botulinum toxin injections from unlicensed or untrained individuals or in non-healthcare settings, including homes and spas.

Adverse Reactions from Counterfeit Botox Spread Across U.S.

The CDC and FDA announced reports of adverse reactions from counterfeit botox after individuals received botox from unlicensed/untrained individuals or in non-healthcare settings.

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Valisure Files Citizen Petition for Market Withdrawl of Benzoyl Peroxide Products

Valisure has suggested that its tests on dozens of prescription and over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide products indicate that currently formulated BPO medications are unstable and can generate unacceptably high levels of benzene when mishandled.

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FDA Cracks Down on Ozempic Knockoffs

The FDA issued warning letters to two companies selling "highly purified peptides," accusing the companies of misleading consumers through their sales of highly purified peptides.

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New Petition Calls for Stronger Safety Warnings on Botox Labels

The petition was filed on behalf of Public Citizen, a nonprofit consumer advocacy organization, and builds on a 2008 Public Citizen petition that asked the FDA to require the addition of the black-box warning on the labeling of Botox and related drugs.

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4 New Industry Updates in Medical Aesthetics

The latest movers and shakers in the medical aesthetics industry include a new leadership team at Sentient, Cutera's brand refresh, Elevai closing its initial public stock offering and Epionce opening a new distribution center in Houston, Texas.

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New York Struggles to Pass Legislation to Regulate Laser Hair Removal

New York is the only state in the United States that does not regulate laser hair removal, despite efforts for several years by the New York State Legislature.

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New Med Spa Federal Business Requirements + Updated State Guidelines on IV Therapy

Starting in 2024, American med spas may be among the small businesses required to report beneficial ownership information to the U.S. Treasury Department, while some states are beginning to adopt new guidelines and recommendations for IV therapy.

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Texas Medspa IV Therapy Death: Dangers of Improper Supervision & Safety Protocols

Following a patient's death at Luxe Med Spa, the Texas Medical Board has declared that the spa's medical director Michael Gallagher, M.D. is a continuing threat to public welfare due to the doctor's improper supervision of IV treatments.

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Florida's New BBL Safety Law Praised by Cosmetic Surgeons

Florida's new law mandating the use of ultrasound guidance during gluteal fat grafting procedures has been praised by the AACS and ABCS for implementing improved patient safety measures without limiting surgeons' right to practice.

Learning the latest safety techniques for high risk procedures is a top priority for 97% of readers! Here are six of the latest treatment safety advances for cosmetic procedures.

6 Latest Treatment Safety Advances for Cosmetic Procedures [Survey Results]

Learning the latest safety techniques for high risk procedures is a top priority for 97% of readers! Here are six of the latest treatment safety advances for cosmetic procedures.

The draft guidance is intended to help ensure the safety of cosmetic products that many consumers use day-to-day. The FDA is accepting comments on the draft guidance until Sept. 7.

FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Cosmetics Company Product Registration and Submission

The draft guidance is intended to help ensure the safety of cosmetic products that many consumers use day-to-day. The FDA is accepting comments on the draft guidance until Sept. 7.

Florida's House and Senate passed the state's first plastic surgery bill, HB 1471, mandating the use of ultrasound guidance during BBLs, aka gluteal fat grafting procedures, to improve patient safety.

Florida Passes BBL Safety Law Mandating Use of Ultrasound Guidance

Florida's House and Senate passed the state's first plastic surgery bill, HB 1471, mandating the use of ultrasound guidance during gluteal fat grafting procedures, aka BBLs, to improve patient safety.

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Softwave Secures CPT Code for Low-Intensity Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

This non-invasive treatment represents a substantial step forward for patients suffering from erectile dysfunction, providing an evidence-based, low-risk alternative to traditional treatments.

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