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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) Continues its Mission of Empowering Entrepreneurs Through "The Confidence Project"
BOTOX® Cosmetic Will Provide 250 Entrepreneurs with Access to New Resources and Opportunities and Will Award 20 Grants Worth $20,000 Each to Support Business Goals. By 2030, BOTOX® Cosmetic Pledges to Empower 50,000 Entrepreneurs, Helping to Close the Confidence Gap. IRVINE, Calif., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company (NYSE: ABBV), today announced BOTOX® Cosmetic's continued commitment to closing the Confidence Gap with the introduction of The Confidence Project: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs. The one & only BOTOX® Cosmetic invites business owners to apply for this year's program starting today through May 9, 2025, at 11:59pm PT. Women entrepreneurs continue to break barriers in the business world, with increasing efforts to close the Confidence Gap. When women founders are supported by mentors and have access to capital, they become agents of change. Seventy-one percent of businesswomen said their mentor was influential in their career advancement, with many using their income to uplift their families and community.1 Since 2023, BOTOX® Cosmetic has provided a total of $1 million dollars in grant funding across more than 40 founders, along with coaching and networking opportunities. This year, BOTOX® Cosmetic is expanding to reach more founders by providing 250 entrepreneurs with access to The Confidence Project. Through a partnership with Hello Alice, an online platform that helps businesses launch and grow, each of the 250 entrepreneurs will participate in an intensive "Boostcamp" program, which will provide participants with skill-building, mentorship resources, and exclusive networking opportunities. After completing the course, they will leverage their newfound skills to pitch their business to a panel of aesthetic entrepreneurs, as well as key business leaders from Allergan Aesthetics and Hello Alice, for a chance to receive one of 20 $20,000 grants from BOTOX® Cosmetic. "BOTOX® Cosmetic is committed to being a catalyst for confidence, whether that be by pursuing education, aesthetic treatment, or your entrepreneurial goals. Through The Confidence Project, we pledge to continue to uplift founders who've invested so much in their businesses," said Nicole Katz, Vice President, Customer Engagement and Corporate Affairs at Allergan Aesthetics. "We know when women have access to resources and capital, there's no limit to what they can achieve. We look forward to getting to know this year's cohort of founders and how they found the confidence to pursue their dreams." "Our mission at Hello Alice is to help entrepreneurs access the funding, mentorship, and resources they need to succeed. BOTOX® Cosmetic's The Confidence Project provides a powerful opportunity for women entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and create lasting change," said Elizabeth Gore, Co-Founder and President of Hello Alice. "Our partnership with BOTOX® Cosmetic aims to foster long-term growth, confidence, and leadership for future generations of women in business, by investing in their success today." Business owners and their cofounders interested in applying to The Confidence Project are encouraged to visit Applicants must agree to the official rules of the grant program and submissions must be received by May 9, 2025, at 11:59pm PT. The 250 women entrepreneurs selected to participate in the Hello Alice Boostcamp will be announced in July, and the 20 grant recipients will be announced in October 2025. For more information on The Confidence Project, visit and follow @botoxcosmetic on Instagram and YouTube. About Allergan Aesthetics At Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, we develop, manufacture, and market a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products. Our aesthetics portfolio includes facial injectables, body contouring, plastics, skin care, and more. Our goal is to consistently provide our customers with innovation, education, exceptional service, and a commitment to excellence, all with a personal touch. For more information, visit About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and YouTube. Approved Uses BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe forehead lines, crow's feet lines, frown lines between the eyebrows, and vertical bands connecting the jaw and neck (platysma bands) in adults. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION BOTOX® Cosmetic may cause serious side effects that can be life threatening. Get medical help right away if you have any of these problems any time (hours to weeks) after injection of BOTOX® Cosmetic: Problems swallowing, speaking, or breathing, due to weakening of associated muscles, which can be severe and result in loss of life. You are at the highest risk if these problems are preexisting before injection. Swallowing problems may last for several months. Spread of toxin effects. The effect of botulinum toxin may affect areas away from the injection site and cause serious symptoms, including loss of strength and all-over muscle weakness, double vision, blurred vision and drooping eyelids, hoarseness or change or loss of voice, trouble saying words clearly, loss of bladder control, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing. BOTOX® Cosmetic dosing units are not the same as, or comparable to, any other botulinum toxin product. There has not been a confirmed serious case of spread of toxin effect when BOTOX® Cosmetic has been used at the recommended dose to treat frown lines, crow's feet lines, forehead lines, and/or platysma bands. BOTOX® Cosmetic may cause loss of strength or general muscle weakness, vision problems, or dizziness within hours to weeks of receiving BOTOX® Cosmetic. If this happens, do not drive a car, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities. Serious and/or immediate allergic reactions have been reported, including itching, rash, red itchy welts, wheezing, asthma symptoms, or dizziness or feeling faint. Get medical help right away if you are wheezing or have asthma symptoms, or if you become dizzy or faint. Do not receive BOTOX® Cosmetic if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in BOTOX® Cosmetic (see Medication Guide for ingredients); had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin product such as Myobloc (rimabotulinumtoxinB), Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA), Xeomin (incobotulinumtoxinA), Jeuveau (prabotulinumtoxinA-xvfs), Daxxify (daxibotulinumtoxinA-lanm), or Letybo (letibotulinumtoxinA-wlbg); or have a skin infection at the planned injection site. This list may not include all available botulinum toxin products. Tell your doctor about all your muscle or nerve conditions, such as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome, as you may be at increased risk of serious side effects, including difficulty swallowing and difficulty breathing, from standard doses of BOTOX® Cosmetic. Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including surgery or plans to have surgery on your face, trouble raising your eyebrows, drooping eyelids, any other abnormal facial change, are pregnant or plan to become pregnant (it is not known if BOTOX® Cosmetic can harm your unborn baby), or are breastfeeding or plan to (it is not known if BOTOX® Cosmetic passes into breast milk). Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Using BOTOX® Cosmetic with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects. Do not start any new medicines until you have told your doctor that you have received BOTOX® Cosmetic in the past. Tell your doctor if you have received any other botulinum toxin product in the last 4 months; have received injections of botulinum toxin such as Myobloc, Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau, Daxxify, or Letybo in the past (tell your doctor exactly which product you received); have recently received an antibiotic by injection; take muscle relaxants; take an allergy or cold medicine; take a sleep medicine; or take aspirin-like products or blood thinners. Other side effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic include dry mouth; discomfort or pain at the injection site; tiredness; headache; neck pain; and eye problems, including double vision, blurred vision, decreased eyesight, drooping eyelids and eyebrows, swelling of eyelids, and dry eyes. For more information, refer to the Medication Guide or talk with your doctor. To report a side effect, please call Allergan Aesthetics at 1-800-678-1605. Please see BOTOX® Cosmetic full Prescribing Information, including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide. References: Barbara Kurshan. Purpose-Driven Women: Unleash Your Potential Through Mentorship. 2023 © 2025 AbbVie. All rights reserved. BOTOX Cosmetic and its designs are trademarks of Allergan Holdings France SAS, an AbbVie company, or its affiliates. Contacts: Investors: Liz Shea (847) 935-2211 Media: Ember Garrett (714) 246-3525 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AbbVie
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Allergan Aesthetics To Launch Three New State-of-the-Art Training Centers in the U.S. Expanding Access to High Quality Aesthetics Training
Allergan Medical Institute (AMI) Training Centers to offer most comprehensive, training programs accelerating providers' consultative and clinical skills Innovative curriculum will empower providers to deliver outcomes with excellence and support loyal patient relationships IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) company, today announced Allergan Medical Institute (AMI) will open three new state-of-the-art training centers in the U.S. expanding access to high-quality, tailored training to licensed aesthetics providers. AMI's unique curriculum, designed to accelerate the science and art of aesthetics, paired with the company's outstanding portfolio of products, empowers providers and business owners to deliver desired patient outcomes and experiences. "The new AMI Training Centers are designed to help expand and elevate our existing best-in-class training programs," said Glen Curran, Senior Vice President, U.S., Allergan Aesthetics. "The facilities will offer a range of courses for providers at every stage of learning helping them to safely and effectively deliver excellent outcomes and increase patient satisfaction." Since its first aesthetic approval for BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA), Allergan Aesthetics has led the industry, ensuring excellence in training to empower aesthetic providers to deliver safe, natural-looking results for their patients. AMI is committed to elevating the science and art of aesthetics through high-impact educational programs to aesthetic providers that enable them to advance their capabilities. With the new U.S. centers, AMI Training Centers will operate in more than ten locations globally. DRIVING INNOVATION IN TRAINING The new AMI Training Centers, strategically built in key markets, will leverage top innovations in products, clinical education, techniques, and technologies to drive continued growth and progress across the aesthetic market. The offerings are focused on delivering safe and desirable patient outcomes and helping aesthetic practices to create lasting business success for themselves through patient acquisition and satisfaction. The Centers will feature AMI faculty trainers offering engaging hands-on curriculum and an unparalleled learning experience for providers and business managers, regardless of where they are in their learning journey. The AMI Training Centers, presided over by AMI Medical Director Dr. Saami Khalifian, are designed to enhance the clinical techniques, complications management expertise, and business acumen of participants. Trainees will gain the tools, skills, and confidence needed to continue their journey as aesthetic professionals, while building a community of mentors and peers to help foster ongoing success. "I've been actively involved in bringing these training centers to life—working closely to develop innovative solutions, refine ideas, and guide these concepts from vision to reality. It's an honor to offer such a groundbreaking training experience to professionals nationwide," said Dr. Saami Khalifian, Double Board-Certified Dermatologist and Medical Director AMI Training Centers. "Allergan Aesthetics leads the industry in medical education by continually investing in robust programs that set a new standard for excellence. These Centers exemplify that commitment in ways unlike anything providers have seen before. My hope is that every participant leaves feeling empowered, equipped, and inspired to reach their highest potential faster than they ever thought possible." CONTINUED EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION Developed in partnership between Allergan Aesthetics and expert healthcare professionals, programming is high-caliber and intended to advance scientific knowledge and technical skills in a variety of formats including hands-on training, roundtable forums, national symposia, live webcast events, exclusive resources, and a robust online learning program, AMI online. In November 2024, Allergan Aesthetics launched AMI Business Education to the AMI online learning platform to provide free courses to practitioners with business operations education. The first training center, AMI Orange County, located at Allergan Aesthetics Headquarters in Irvine, Calif. is scheduled to open in 2025. Additional locations in Atlanta and Austin to follow. To learn more about the training centers, please visit: About Allergan Aesthetics At Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, we develop, manufacture, and market a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products. Our aesthetics portfolio includes facial injectables, body contouring, plastics, skin care, and more. Our goal is to consistently provide our customers with innovation, education, exceptional service, and a commitment to excellence, all with a personal touch. For more information, visit About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and YouTube. About Allergan Medical Institute (AMI) AMI is the training arm of Allergan Aesthetics, delivering on its commitment to excellence in aesthetics education. AMI empowers aesthetics providers and business owners with innovative training offerings across Allergan Aesthetics robust portfolio of products to maximize educational impact and elevate the standard of exemplary patient experiences. For more information visit About AMI Online AMI Online is a comprehensive learning platform featuring in-depth education and training on the Allergan Aesthetics Portfolio of Products available on demand, 24/7. It is designed to provide an adaptable, personalized learning experience that helps injectors of all levels further their knowledge, refine their skills, and advance their expertise. AMI Online enables injectors and their staff to review injection techniques, test their knowledge, earn certificates, and stay up to date with upcoming educational events. Allergan Medical Institute® Faculty offer expert training through engaging, personalized content available to all AMI Online members for free. BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) Indications and Important Safety Information Indications BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) is indicated in adult patients for the temporary improvement in the appearance of: - Moderate to severe glabellar lines associated with corrugator and/or procerus muscle activity - Moderate to severe lateral canthal lines associated with orbicularis oculi activity - Moderate to severe forehead lines associated with frontalis activity - Moderate to severe platysma bands associated with platysma muscle activity SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS WARNING: DISTANT SPREAD OF TOXIN EFFECT Postmarketing reports indicate that the effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic and all botulinum toxin products may spread from the area of injection to produce symptoms consistent with botulinum toxin effects. These may include asthenia, generalized muscle weakness, diplopia, ptosis, dysphagia, dysphonia, dysarthria, urinary incontinence, and breathing difficulties. These symptoms have been reported hours to weeks after injection. Swallowing and breathing difficulties can be life threatening and there have been reports of death. The risk of symptoms is probably greatest in children treated for spasticity, but symptoms can also occur in adults treated for spasticity and other conditions, particularly in those patients who have an underlying condition that would predispose them to these symptoms. In unapproved uses and approved indications, cases of spread of effect have been reported at doses comparable to those used to treat cervical dystonia and spasticity and at lower doses. CONTRAINDICATIONS BOTOX® Cosmetic is contraindicated in the presence of infection at the proposed injection site(s) and in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any botulinum toxin preparation or to any of the components in the formulation. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Seek immediate medical attention if respiratory, speech, or swallowing difficulties occur. The potency Units of BOTOX® Cosmetic are not equivalent to other preparations of botulinum toxin products. Potential serious adverse reactions have been reported after BOTOX® Cosmetic injections for unapproved uses. Concomitant neuromuscular disorder may exacerbate clinical effects of treatment. Use with caution in patients with compromised respiratory function. DRUG INTERACTIONS Patients receiving concomitant treatment of BOTOX® Cosmetic and aminoglycosides or other agents interfering with neuromuscular transmission (eg, curare-like agents), or muscle relaxants, should be observed closely because the effect of BOTOX® Cosmetic may be potentiated. USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS There are no studies or adequate data from postmarketing surveillance on the developmental risk associated with use of BOTOX® Cosmetic in pregnant women. Please see full Prescribing Information including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide. Forward-Looking Statements Some statements in this news release are, or may be considered, forward-looking statements for purposes of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project" and similar expressions and uses of future or conditional verbs, generally identify forward-looking statements. AbbVie cautions that these forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, challenges to intellectual property, competition from other products, difficulties inherent in the research and development process, adverse litigation or government action, and changes to laws and regulations applicable to our industry. Additional information about the economic, competitive, governmental, technological and other factors that may affect AbbVie's operations is set forth in Item 1A, "Risk Factors," of AbbVie's 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K, which has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as updated by its subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. AbbVie undertakes no obligation, and specifically declines, to release publicly any revisions to forward-looking statements as a result of subsequent events or developments, except as required by law. U.S. Media: Ember Garrett Communications and Public Relations garrett_ember@ Kate McShane Corporate Communications View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AbbVie
Associated Press
29-01-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
How to Know Your Medspa Uses Real Botox®: 5 Essential Tips for Consumers
When it comes to cosmetic treatments, Botox® is the gold standard for reducing fine lines and wrinkles. However, with the rise in popularity of injectable treatments, the market has become flooded with counterfeit or diluted products being offered by less-than-reputable providers. Ensuring that you receive genuine Botox® from an experienced, qualified injector is critical—not only for the effectiveness of the treatment but also for your safety. Dr. Elizabeth Littlefield, Medical Director of dermani MEDSPA®, a top 25 U.S. provider of Botox®, offers these essential tips to help you ensure that your medspa is using genuine Botox® and why it's crucial to do your homework: 1. Beware of Providers Who Call It 'Tox' or Other Generic Terms One of the first red flags to watch out for is when a provider uses vague or generic terms like 'tox,' 'botulinum,' or other euphemisms instead of calling it Botox®. Botox® is a trademarked product manufactured exclusively by Allergan Aesthetics, and reputable medspas will use the correct name to identify the product. Providers who shy away from using the trademarked term may be attempting to sell you an off-brand or counterfeit version of Botox®, which can pose serious risks to your health. Always make sure the treatment being offered is the real, FDA-approved Botox® from Allergan. 2. Do an Alle® Provider Search One of the easiest ways to verify whether a medspa is offering genuine Botox® is by searching for the provider on the Alle® website. Alle® is Allergan's loyalty rewards program for Botox® and other Allergan products, and it only works with providers who are authorized to purchase and administer authentic Botox®. If your medspa is listed on the Alle® site, it's a good sign that they are sourcing their Botox® directly from Allergan. If they are not listed, it's worth asking questions about where their product comes from—or reconsidering your choice of provider altogether. 3. Look for the Allergan Seal on Their Website Reputable medspas that use authentic Botox® will often display the Allergan seal of approval on their website. This seal indicates that the provider is recognized by Allergan as an authorized distributor of their products. When browsing a medspa's website, take a moment to check for this seal. It's a quick and easy way to validate their credibility and confirm that they are using the real deal. 4. Insist on Seeing the Botox® Vial and Lot Number Before receiving your treatment, ask your provider to open the Botox® vial in front of you and show you the lot number on the packaging. Genuine Botox® comes in distinct vials with clear labeling, including the Allergan name and a specific lot number. This transparency allows you to confirm that the product being used is authentic and fresh. If a provider is hesitant or refuses to show you the vial and lot number, this should be a major red flag. 5. Ask About Their Status with Allergan Allergan recognizes its top-performing providers with specific designations based on the volume of Botox® they administer. Providers with a high status with Allergan have extensive experience and a proven track record of delivering authentic treatments. Dr. Elizabeth Littlefield of dermani MEDSPA® emphasizes the importance of asking about a medspa's Allergan status: 'As a top 25 medical spa in the United States for Allergan, the only true maker of Botox®, we highly recommend that clients educate themselves by asking the right questions whenever they are considering who will be injecting Botox® into their body.' By choosing a medspa with a strong relationship with Allergan, you can feel confident that you're receiving genuine Botox® from a provider who prioritizes safety and excellence. Why It's Critical to Choose Real Botox® Choosing a medspa that uses authentic Botox® is about more than just ensuring the best cosmetic results. Counterfeit or off-brand botulinum toxins can lead to serious health risks, including infections, allergic reactions, and unpredictable outcomes. Genuine Botox® from Allergan has undergone rigorous testing and is FDA-approved, making it a safe and effective option when administered by a qualified provider. Final Thoughts When it comes to Botox®, knowing your medspa uses the real product is essential for both safety and results. By following these five tips—avoiding vague terms like 'tox,' doing an Alle® search, checking for the Allergan seal, verifying the vial and lot number, and asking about Allergan status—you can confidently choose a provider who will deliver the quality and care you deserve. dermani MEDSPA® Sheanya Samuels 470-835-0183
