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Botox Parties

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Crank it Up While You Freeze Your Face

— March 23, 2007 — World
Botox parties may face new regulations soon in New South Wales. These parties have become very popular among women and involve a couple drinks and the invitation of a "Botox cowboy" to come and do group injections on the women to help make the treatment more cost effective. There are risks involved, especially when conducted in casual facilities without proper medical care or certified practioners. The NSW health ministry will examine advertising that impliments the use of before and after images to promote the benefits of the procedures.

Health Minister John Hatzistergos says he would like to see the implimentation of "a disciplinary code enabling the medical board to act against doctors or others engaged in cosmetic medical procedures," according to NEWS.com.au

Hatzistergos said that the ads are deceptive and that "the promotion of these sorts of treatments in social settings where people are drinking alcohol and not in a position to be able to make informed decisions, are totally inappropriate."

Botox was being advertised as anti-wrinkle or anti age line injections since advertising Botox itself breaches the Therapeutic Goods Act. Hatzistergos is very upset with the lax use of the treatment and was reporting saying, "Doctors are health professionals and should act as health professionals, not as used car salesmen."

“The problem with botox is you're talking about paralysis in areas of the face. It's not permanent, but you can look pretty terrible for those three to four months if it's not in the areas you want.”

(Photo from www.bbc.co.uk)
Trend Themes
1. Regulation of Botox Parties - The increasing popularity of Botox parties has prompted the implementation of new regulations in New South Wales, creating opportunities for disruptive innovations in safe and certified party venues.
2. Deceptive Advertising in Cosmetic Medical Procedures - The scrutiny of before and after images used in advertising cosmetic procedures opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for more transparent marketing strategies that prioritize informed decision-making.
3. Shift Towards Professionalism in Cosmetic Medical Practice - The call for a disciplinary code to regulate doctors and practitioners engaging in cosmetic procedures creates opportunities for disruptive innovations that emphasize the importance of professionalism and ethical standards.
Industry Implications
1. Health and Wellness - The increasing regulations on Botox parties present opportunities for the health and wellness industry to provide safe and controlled party venues for people seeking cosmetic procedures while enjoying a social setting.
2. Advertising and Marketing - The demand for more transparent and responsible advertising in the cosmetic medical field opens up opportunities for the advertising and marketing industry to develop innovative campaigns that educate and empower consumers.
3. Cosmetic Medical Practice - The need for a disciplinary code in the cosmetic medical field creates opportunities for disruptive innovations in professional and ethical cosmetic practices, ensuring safe and informed procedures for patients.
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