Wednesday 29 April 2009

DIY fake Botox kits for sale on Ebay

The Metro alerts its readers today to the fact that DIY fake Botox kits were being sold on auction site eBay before being removed after complaints.

For just £62, eBay users could buy a kit containing powder, needles and a face map.

The kits were available from the US and the original report was filed by Which? editor Sarah Kidner, who says "We were appalled we were able to buy a DIY kit so easily, and we are concerned the internet is becoming a marketplace for cut price cosmetic treatments.

I have to say I'm shocked that these kits were allowed on eBay in the first place. Botox, while perfectly safe in a qualified and professional environment, really shouldn't be attempted by amateurs.

If you're tempted to buy a cut price Botox kit from anywhere, please think twice - the results may not be the results you were looking for, and it could cost a lot more to fix, if it can be treated at all.

Always use a qualified medical professional for any Botox treatment