THE WHAT? Johnson & Johnson has sold a manufacturing facility near Hyderabad that has never been in operation, according to a report published by Fierce Pharma. Hetero has acquired the site for an undisclosed sum, rumored to be in the region of Rs130 crore.
THE DETAILS Hetero plans to transform the 55-acre site into a flagship facility and has earmarked Rs600 crore for its restoration and upgrades.
THE WHY? Construction was underway on the new site, designed to produce talc among other beauty products, when Johnson & Johnson was hit with a series of class action suits alleging that its iconic baby powder caused ovarian cancer. The US FMCG giant has since announced that it will replace the line with cornstarch.
Injectable aesthetics are popular due to their ability to provide noticeable results with minimal downtime compared to surgical procedures. They are versatile and can be tailored to meet individual aesthetic goals, whether it's enhancing lips, restoring facial volume, or smoothing out wrinkles. However, they should always be administered by qualified professionals to ensure safety and achieve optimal results.
Injectable aesthetics are used to enhance facial features, reduce the signs of aging, and improve overall facial symmetry and appearance.
Key types of injectable aesthetics include:
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Dermal Fillers: These injectables are used to add volume, fill in wrinkles and folds, and enhance facial contours. They often contain substances like hyaluronic acid, collagen, or calcium hydroxylapatite, which help plump up the skin and smooth out fine lines and wrinkles.
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Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Botulinum toxin injections temporarily relax facial muscles that cause wrinkles and lines to form. It is commonly used to treat forehead lines, frown lines between the eyebrows, and crow's feet around the eyes.
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Collagen Stimulators: These injectables stimulate the body's own collagen production, helping to improve skin texture and firmness over time. Examples include poly-L-lactic acid (Sculptra) and calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse).
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Neurotoxin Injections: Besides Botox, other neurotoxins such as Dysport and Xeomin are used similarly to reduce wrinkles and lines.
