Secret filming exposes dangerous trade in illegal Botox

Published: 9/30/2025
Secret filming exposes dangerous trade in illegal Botox
An undercover investigation by the BBC exposes the dangerous trade in illegal Botox, with nurses, pharmacists, and a bogus doctor caught breaking medical rules for profit. The report reveals instances of professionals supplying Botox without required checks, risking complications like drooping eyelids or respiratory failure. The investigation uncovered widespread illegal practices across England's aesthetics market, including the sale of unlicensed Korean toxin by a fake doctor. Concerns raised about the lack of proper consultations and safeguards by registered medical professionals emphasize the risks these actions pose to patients.