The illegal beauty industry is on the rise, with many people opting for treatments performed by unlicensed beauty therapists rather than professional doctors. One of the most popular procedures is the injection of hyaluronic acid using a Hyaluron Pen, a high-pressure device that can introduce substances into the skin without a needle. This method is promoted as a cheaper and less painful alternative to medical injections, but doctors warn that the side effects can be serious and permanent.
According to Dr. Kuroli Enikő, a pathologist and dermatologist, cosmetologists are not allowed to perform procedures that penetrate the dermis layer of the skin, either with a needle or a high-pressure device like the Hyaluron Pen. However, high demand drives many illegal beauty practitioners to continue offering this service. The problem is, many people are lured by the low price without realizing the long-term risks involved.
A social media user shared her experience after undergoing three lip filling sessions with the Hyaluron Pen, hoping to achieve satisfying results. However, after spending a significant amount of money, she ended up with swollen lips without any significant change in volume. This shows that in many cases, cheaper procedures end up costing more money in the long run.
Dr. Varga Tamás, a plastic surgeon, warns that improperly performed hyaluronic acid procedures can cause various complications, ranging from infections, skin necrosis, to permanent blindness. According to him, only medical professionals with proper training can safely perform such procedures. Unfortunately, this trend is on the rise, especially as many cosmetologists offer training and certification that is not officially recognized.
In addition to illegal fillers, there is another increasingly popular trend, namely the injection of a fat-dissolving substance called «lemon mix.» This product is freely sold online, even though it does not have official distribution permits in many countries. Some people even use it to shape their faces without knowing its side effects. The Swiss health authority, Swissmedic, has classified this product as a drug that should not be used for beauty purposes due to its unproven safety effects. However, this does not stop many beauty practitioners from using it, especially due to high demand from those who want to change their face shape quickly and cheaply.
