THE WHAT? Chinese skin care firms, Giant Biogene Holding and Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic have been given the go-ahead to float on the Hong Kong stock exchange, according to a report published by the South China Morning Post.
THE DETAILS Chicmax has been mulling the move for some time and considered listing on the Shanghai stock exchange in the past while Giant Biogene Holding filed back in May.
THE WHY? Both firms said that they planned to invest the funds raised in R&D, per the South China Morning Post, with Giant Biogene Holding also planning to invest in manufacturing capacity and build up its sales and distribution network, while Chimax will invest further in branding. The Hong Kong listings are part of a wider trend that has seen Chinese firms eschew New York in favor of their home market.
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.
