Lack of Regulation in Hong Kong's Medical Beauty Industry

The podcast highlights the lack of regulation in Hong Kong's medical beauty industry and the detrimental consequences it can have on consumers. The industry, which offers cosmetic procedures like Botox injections, fillers, and facelifts, is growing rapidly with an estimated 6,000 beauty parlors in the city. However, there is no clear definition or criteria for distinguishing medical beauty procedures, making it challenging to count or regulate the establishments providing these services. Inadequate regulations have led to cases of complications, infections, and even death, as unqualified individuals in beauty parlors often perform procedures. The lack of clarity on who should administer these treatments, where they should take place, and how the products used should be regulated are key concerns that need to be addressed by the government.