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"Illegal fillers worth up to 4m have been seized by the medicines watchdog after dermatologists warned they could cause disfigurement and infection. More than 27,000 units of unlicensed dermal fillers have been confiscated by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) since January 2020. The MHRA has warned that using these fillers could put your health at risk as there are no safeguards to ensure it meets our quality and safety standards."
"The figures, uncovered by cosmetic company Vip Italia through a freedom of information (FOI) request, revealed most of the fillers were seized in 2023, with 19,754 units confiscated. In comparison, 631 units were seized in 2025. While the MHRA does not hold information on the exact value for these units, given that fillers can retail at approximately 25 to 150 per unit, the estimated value is at least 677,450, and potentially as much as 4m."
More than 27,000 units of unlicensed dermal fillers were confiscated by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) between January 2020 and 2025. Most seizures occurred in 2023, when 19,754 units were taken, compared with 631 units in 2025. The MHRA warned that unlicensed fillers lack safeguards to meet quality and safety standards and could cause disfigurement and infection. Estimated retail value ranges from approximately £677,450 to £4 million based on typical unit prices of £25–£150. Dermal fillers are injectable substances used to smooth and rejuvenate skin, but incorrect use can create serious health risks.
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