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The Herald Scotland
14 hours ago
- Health
- The Herald Scotland
What is happening with Botox in Scotland?
Medically, Botox can be used to treat conditions such as chronic migraines, muscle spasms, excessive sweating and sometimes bladder problems. In cosmetic procedures, it has been most commonly known for smoothing out wrinkles on the face but more and more ways of its cosmetic use are being developed. And with its growing use comes growing concerns over lack of regulations. EXCL: Social media 'trends' like 'Barbietox' raise 'potential influence' concerns ahead of new regulation proposals on injectables and other cosmetic procedures in Scotland. I take a look for @heraldscotland @HeraldPols here: Video: — Hannah Brown (@HannahMargBrown) July 30, 2025 So what is the current situation with Botox in Scotland? At the moment, virtually anyone can train to provide Botox in Scotland. There is no legislation anywhere in the UK to stop non-healthcare professionals, such as beauticians, from training to use the injectables - although, as a prescription drug, it should not be available to non-prescribers. Training to carry out Botox consists of Level 6 and Level 7 qualifications and these require trainees to observe and then perform Botox procedures under supervision. Combined, both courses cost around £9000 and they can be completed over a few days. READ MORE: 'Barbietox' social media trend raises Scottish Botox fears Skin Deep: Inside Scotland's Beauty Industry – find all articles here Mounjaro: Scottish woman on highs and lows of weight loss drug Botched Botox Concerns All of this comes amidst a backdrop of recent botched botox cases. In August, the Herald embarked on a four-day investigation into Scotland's rapidly expanding cosmetic sector. The Skin Deep series came at a time when there was growing alarm over consumers falling victim to botched procedures and legal loopholes with one case of beef gelatine used instead of Botox reported to the paper. Only last month, it was reported that 28 people in the north-east of England have been left with potentially fatal botulism after having anti-wrinkle injections believed to have been fake. Is anything changing with Botox regulation in Scotland? The Scottish Government is aiming to bring forward a bill later this year aimed at tightening rules around non-surgical cosmetic procedures in Scotland. These proposals aim to close safety gaps that currently allow untrained individuals to perform potentially risky cosmetic procedures. These are the main changes proposed: Supervision Required: Botox and dermal fillers will now require supervision by qualified healthcare professionals. Qualified Practitioners Only: Higher-risk surgeries such as breast and buttock augmentations must be performed exclusively by qualified healthcare professionals. Minimum Age Introduced: A legal minimum age of 18 will apply to all cosmetic procedures. Risk-Based Licensing: Treatments are divided into three groups based on risk, with new licensing requirements for premises and practitioners regulated by Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS). The proposals classify treatments into three distinct groups. The first of these is procedures such as microneedling, with the second being injectables like Botox or dermal fillers. The third includes 'breast and buttock augmentation'. The latter two would be required to take place in a setting regulated by Healthcare Improvement Scotland. Public health minister Jenni Minto has said: 'It is deeply upsetting to hear of cases where people have suffered as a result of non-surgical cosmetic procedures going wrong. 'The current gaps in regulation mean that anyone can perform most of these procedures without the need for any formal training or qualifications. These proposals reflect our determination to protect the public and ensure high standards across this growing industry. 'I am particularly heartened by the broad support for action to make the sector safer, and we will continue to work closely with Healthcare Improvement Scotland, local authorities, and the wider industry to support a smooth and effective implementation.' Bolder action needed? The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) has welcomed the move but they are calling for stricter limits on who can perform injectable treatments - not just regulate it. BAAPS told The Herald: 'BAAPS have been in touch indirectly with the [[Scottish Government]] and Alastair Lowrie has been representing us there. We put in a response to the recent consultation. The proposals are a big step forward from the current situation but we would have preferred more restrictions on who can perform procedures in group 2 particularly.' The Herald also recently heard from the British Beauty Council who are urging ministers to consider the 'potential influence' of social media trends when drawing up new regulations on Botox and other procedures. The organisation which represents the UK's beauty industry at government level has also said any new legislation brought in by the Scottish Government should address concerns about 'vulnerable individuals'. The call comes as procedures such as 'Barbietox', also known as Traptox, have appeared as trending on online platforms such as TikTok. This treatment can involve 40 injections of Botox into your trapezius muscle to slim the neck and shoulders, emulating the physique often associated with the Barbie doll. Barbietox can alleviate tension headaches and neck pain however, there are risks as, if administered incorrectly or at the wrong dosage, the Botox could paralyse the muscle completely and also lead to respiratory problems. The UK Government told [[The Herald]] that they are urging anyone considering cosmetic procedures to consider the possible health impacts and find a reputable, insured and qualified practitioner. UK ministers are also expected to share an update on cosmetic regulations in due course. Under the Online Safety Act, platforms are required to take steps to remove content where it is illegal to protect users from online harms. Matters involving online harms are often considered a UK Government issue as regulations of the internet are a reserved matter. However, seeking to follow trends like this without any red tape may prove dangerous for Botox users in Scotland. The Scottish Government has said engagement with Scotland's beauty and aesthetics industry will be "vital" as they progress proposals to regulate a range of non-surgical cosmetic procedures. A spokesperson added: 'We want to protect the public by ensuring treatments and procedures are undertaken in safe settings and by people who have the right skills and tools."
Forbes
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Why Pearls Go Skin Deep For Cora Sheibani
Ice Cream pearl rings by Cora Sheibani With vivd strings of precious beads and meticulously carved gemstones, Cora Sheibani has aways been inspired by the permanence of metals and minerals. But for her latest collection, unveiled last night at a private dinner in London, she chose another gem: the Skin Deep collection celebrates lustrous, fragile pearls, each one as individual as our own skin. In choosing to work with pearls for the first time in her two-decade career as a jewelry designer, she is creating a metaphor for vulnerability, beauty and the transformative nature of the human condition. 'I finally fell in love with pearls,' she explains, 'I like them for who they are. With their beautiful luster, they don't necessarily last forever, but despite their especially fragile sheen, I couldn't help being attracted to them and decided it was time for me to embark on a new collection.' From prized Akoya pearls to the often overlooked cultured pearl, via Tahitian and Edison varieties, many different kinds have found their way into the collection, in a gentle palette ranging from warm peach to creamy white via an especially vibrant violet. The Renaissance pearl earrings by Cora Sheibani In the Renaissance earrings, the quiet glow of soft gray pearls is accentuated against lavender gems, while the Ice Cream rings, deliciously styled as a double cornet with sorbet-colored pearl scoops, show the chromatic breadth of the gem of the oceans. The sheen itself is all-important; as the layers of nacre become a metaphor for superficial judgement of beauty when in fact, pearls tell a much deeper story, shaped by life during the growing process, just like human skin. For Sheibani, the collection is about embracing authenticity of both materials and attitude. For Skin Deep, she has revisited some of the forms and combinations of her existing collections. Models from Facets & Forms (2024) see pearls paired with geometric cuts, creating a tension between rounded natural forms, and the points of faceted stones. Elsewhere, those gold ice cream cones were initially part of the Copper Moulds collection, initially launched in 2008, but like all of Sheibani's work, no two pieces are alike. This means that each of her thematic collections continue to evolve and develop like living entities of their own, as she is inspired to create different color combinations. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder Cora Sheibani at home in London, wearing a necklace from the Colour & Contradictions collection and ... More the Cactus Leaf bracelet "I design jewellery because I like to wear it. I look at my jewellery collection and think about what I'm missing, which is what inspires me as to what to design next,' she explains. 'Even if I make the same design again, it will be in a different color-way, or there will be a variation, because I think that real luxury is being able to have something unique. It's not something that you can buy everywhere.' For much of the past two decades, color has been a guiding light. Once she has the theme and foundation forms of her collection, work turns very swiftly to the color pairings of different stones and metals. When we meet in Paris, she explains that she finds color energizing, and it's impossible not to feel the same in front of her rainbow-hued jewelry. Hers is a bewitching world in which nephrite jade cacti rings vie for space with anodized aluminum pot plant earrings, and punchy lozenges of blue chalcedony and faceted smoky quartz The Ice Cream ring, white gold and pearls. Often unusual and always original, the combinations are intuitive, rooted in an innate sense of style that owes much to her family background in the art world. Her father, Bruno Bischofberger, a Swiss art dealer, met her American mother, Christina Clifton in Zurich, and she was schooled in art history over the breakfast table. Her childhood bedroom contained furniture from her parents' Memphis group collection and family holidays might include Jean-Michel Basquiat, with whom she collaborated on a painting as a small child, in 1984. A year later her father hosted an Andy Warhol exhibition hung at child-height, to suit Cora and her brother, Magnus. 'I grew up with art history, so I my approach design is that revisiting existing ideas and themes is not out of bounds,' she says, of how her family background has shaped her creative practice. 'Actually, I don't think there's anything out of bounds. I love things that are conceptually or intellectually interesting, but if the design itself is not beautiful, then there's no point.' A visual learner, once her education was formalized with an art history degree, she gravitated towards jewelry as a channel for her creativity. Pearl and gemstone earring by Cora Sheibani One of her first jewelry purchases was an antique bronze ring in her teens, which she wore daily until it broke. She saved up and duly found two Greek and Roman replacements, which she wore with African bead bracelets in a characteristically bold approach to pairing and contrast. This would later resurface most strongly in the Colour & Contradiction collection, which featured polished — and often highly unusual — stones with faceted gold, an irreverent take on the more usual treatments. "I think back to the times I went to gem fairs when I was younger and not all doors were open to me. Now this is my world,' she reflects on her career. Her collections start life in her sketchbooks and eschewing wholesale-scale production in Asia, most pieces are made by her goldsmith, Sebastian Fässler, in Switzerland, apart from earrings which are developed with 'a female goldsmith, who wears earrings herself. It's much easier to work with her because she can wear them for the day and understand the subtlety of what's important and what works. Even though a lot of other Swiss and European companies have started producing in Asia, I'm holding onto production in Europe, using European craftspeople,' she continues. 'Some of my colored gemstones are cut in Bangkok and my custom-cut diamonds are cut in Israel, because that's where the expertise is,' she explains, but an overall focus on European craftsmanship is a refreshing perspective, as traditional jewelry craft is increasingly threatened by technology. Cora Sheibani wearing pearl necklaces from the Skin Deep collection Throughout her career to date, Sheibani's journey has been marked by a determination to go her own way and control her own design narrative. Her work is visually tied to her own style and image; she has always modeled her own jewelry for look books and marketing, her daughter now steps in alongside her mother, but the overall Sheibani aesthetic is very much based on an instinct for design nourished by formative years steeped in a rich artistic culture. "When your kids grow up, you want them to be proud of what you've achieved,' she says during our conversation, and I have no doubt that this applies to her own children who are growing up watching their mother model authenticity and individuality, much like her beloved pearls.
Irish Independent
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Skin Deep review: Why cats and pirates don't mix
It involves an unorthodox kind of animal rescue, the sort where the felines crewing a spaceship have been captured by raiders and you're the righteous infiltrator who sneaks aboard to set them free. From this whimsical set-up, Californian developer Blendo Games constructs a series of freeform puzzles in which you improvise on the fly to stealthily scout the ship, dodge the pirates, and escape with the hostages. Blendo has a sweet pedigree in this space, having impressed with stylised storytelling adventures such as 2012's Thirty Flights of Loving and 2016's Quadrilateral Cowboy. Skin Deep extends those games' ideas, leaning into the freedom of choice at the core of an immersive sim. You kick off each mission by sneaking aboard a hijacked ship and gradually establishing the lay of the land – how many pirates, where the cats are at, which areas are locked down by passwords, etc. You know the 'what' – find the jail keys, free the felines, flee the scene – but Blendo leaves the 'how' up to you. Initial impressions suggest stealth is the optimum strategy. You can pickpocket the pirates and creep through copious vents to conceal your presence – leaving hardly a trace of yourself after the rescue. But Blendo soon introduces random complications and tempting, if drastic alternative methods present themselves. Sure, you can find guns but why shoot the baddies when you could blow out a window and sending them spinning into the vacuum of space? What about those hacking grenades that can turn the ship's defences against the pirates? The permutations spiral in your favour, so long as you're quick and quick-witted. The odds are often overwhelming – particularly when raider reinforcements arrive – but Skin Deep won't punish you too harshly for failure. Save points are readily accessible and the enemies err on the side of deeply dumb, making your evasive tactics generally successful. Blendo seeds its fiction with mischievous humour, from the lamebrained actions of the space invaders to the catty mewing of the trapped animals. But it's the slapstick comedy of the confrontations with the pirates in Skin Deep that draws the biggest laughs. After all your efforts, you'd think the moggies would be profoundly grateful to you for saving their hides – but you'll be lucky to get a mollifying meow. Typical cats.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
New Self-Help Book SKIN DEEP Considers the Advancements, Challenges and Opportunities of Modern Skin Care Practices and Puts Power Back in the Hands of Patients
Experienced dermatologist offers guide to maintaining healthy skin in new book from Palmetto Publishing Skin Deep: A Consumer's Guide to Skin Health Charleston, SC, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With a decades-long career within the field of dermatology, Dr. Norman Levine understands the importance of maintaining healthy skin. And while he has now retired from clinical work, he remains committed to empowering others to take control of their skin care needs and has published a new book, 'Skin Deep,' to encourage readers to reconsider their approach to skin health. Dr. Levine stated, 'The goal of the book is to empower readers to take ownership of their skin care needs.' With the rise of modern skin care and an abundance of aesthetic treatment options, 'Skin Deep' is a helpful companion when navigating both consumer and healthcare choices related to one's skin. Cutting through the noise of skin care trends driven by social media, Dr. Levine thoughtfully considers the advancements, challenges and opportunities of modern skin care practices to help consumers understand how their skin functions, specifically addressing the unique needs of athletes, pregnant women and people of color. Providing the advice readers both want and need, Dr. Levine's practical playbook features an in-depth analysis of the current state of dermatology and cosmetic surgery. But rather than focusing on what is trending, Dr. Levine educates consumers on the science of skin, sharing his insights on sun-related skin problems and common skin ailments alongside advice on therapy. His unique approach offers strategies for navigating the medical care establishment as well as tips for self-management. 'This book was written for anyone over the age of 12 who is interested in learning how to manage their skin,' Dr. Levine said. 'Skin Deep: A Consumer's Guide to Skin Health' is available for purchase online at and About the Author: Norman Levine, MD is an experienced board-certified dermatologist with decades of experience in clinical practice, academic leadership and medical research. A University of Michigan Medical School graduate and a graduate of the Dermatology Residency Program at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he served as Chief of Dermatology at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center and has authored numerous scholarly publications and books. His work spans innovative therapies for skin disorders, education and editorial contributions. His extensive contributions to dermatology have established him as a trusted voice in advancing skin health and medical science. He lives in Tucson, Arizona with his wife. Media Contact:Norman Levine, MDderm318@ Available for interviews: Author, Norman Levine, MD Attachment Skin Deep: A Consumer's Guide to Skin Health CONTACT: Leah Joseph Palmetto Publishing publicity@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Hindustan Times
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on 3 June 2025
What: Scripted Dialogues – A Calligraphic Conversation Where: Alliance Française, 72, KK Birla Lane, Lodi Estate When: June 3 to 8 Timing: 11am to 7pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: Jor Bagh (Yellow Line) What: Goethe Kino in June | Skin Deep (Aus meiner Haut) Where: Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan, Kasturba Gandhi (KG) Marg, Connaught Place When: June 3 Timing: 7pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: Janpath (Violet Line) What: India-Pakistan Relations in the Light of Operation Sindoor – TCA Raghavan, Raj Chengappa, Ambassador Ruchi Ghanashyam, and Capt Alok Bansal Where: Gulmohar, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road When: June 3 Timing: 6pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: JLN Stadium (Violet Line) What: Jo Bolta Hai Wahi Hota Hai ft Harsh Gujral A post shared by Harsh Gujral (@realharshgujral) Where: The Laugh Store, CyberHub, DLF Phase II, Sector 24, Gurugram When: June 3 Timing: 7pm Entry: Nearest Metro Station: Cyber City (Rapid Metro)
