"Criminals are exploiting the popularity of cosmetic treatments by peddling dangerous, unlicensed products, putting profit before safety, said Andy Morling, the head of the MHRA's criminal enforcement unit. Anyone involved in the supply of unlicensed botulinum toxin whether through organised networks or informal sales from kitchen tables, hair salons or via social media is breaking the law and endangering lives. The 41 individuals we've seen between June and August left seriously ill represent the devastating human cost of this trade."
"The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) says it is cracking down on the trade of unlicensed botulinum toxin products after a spate of botulism cases across England thought to be linked to them. The MHRA says it hopes to drive up awareness that anyone caught selling or supplying unlicensed botulinum toxin faces up to two years in prison and unlimited fines, as set out in the Human Medicines Regulations 2012, and is deploying more resources to crack down on those breaking the law."
The MHRA is increasing efforts to track down sellers of unlicensed botulinum toxin and warns offenders face up to two years in prison and unlimited fines under the Human Medicines Regulations 2012. Forty-one people across England are thought to have been affected by botulism between 4 June and 6 August 2025. Botulism affects the nervous system and can cause paralysis if left untreated. Criminals are exploiting the popularity of cosmetic treatments by selling dangerous, unlicensed products through organised networks, informal sales and social media. The MHRA is deploying more resources to identify perpetrators, seize illegal products and bring cases to court. Ministers have announced plans to require clinics to be licensed by local authorities to offer cosmetic injections.
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