THE WHAT? THG shares have been boosted by an announcement that the British e-commerce operator expected to meet its previously published full-year guidance as demand for beauty products proves resilient in the face of rising inflation, according to a report published by Reuters.
THE DETAILS The owner of Lookfantastic and Glossybox saw revenue climb 2.1 percent in the three months to September 30, 2022, with the beauty division reporting sales growth of 4.9 percent for Q3 2022.
THE WHY? CEO Matthew Moulding told Reuters that the group had seen a positive start to Q4, “As cost of living pressures rise, customers are continuing to prioritise beauty, health and wellness categories.”
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.
