Findings From the Great British and Northern Ireland Botulinum Toxin Survey: Treatment Outcomes, Patient Experience, and Regulations From a Cross-Sectional Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Given rising demand for botulinum toxin (BoNT) treatments and limited data on safety, ethics, and regulation, a national survey explored experiences with cosmetic BoNT in the United Kingdom.

Objectives

To conduct a national observational survey with the aim to capture real-world experiences of cosmetic BoNT in the United Kingdom.

Methods

A cross-sectional online survey gathered data on experiences with cosmetic BoNT injections across the United Kingdom. Participation was open to adults (≥18 years) who had received cosmetic BoNT treatment.

Results

A total of 919 participants completed the survey and were predominantly female, white, and had a high household income. Commonly reported acute complications were bruising/swelling (26.1%), and headache (24.

SUBMITTER: Smith L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12578598 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature