THE WHAT? Ushopal has acquired Argentum Apothecary for an undisclosed sum, according to a report published by WWD. The Chinese firm’s buyout of the British clean beauty brand follows on from a financing round in which Ushopal led back in late 2021.
THE DETAILS Ushopal specializes in scaling brands targeted at the all-important Gen Z demographic and is credited with contributing to Argentum’s rapid rise in popularity in China, generating sales of US$50 million annually. Argentum Founder & CEO Joy Isaacs is set to remain at the helm of the clean beauty brand.
THE WHY? Ushopal is said to be building its portfolio with a view to becoming China’s leading luxury beauty conglomerate. For Argentum, the appeal is continued growth, as Isaacs attests, “We have always had a strong connection with China, and we’ve seen incredible brand growth in the past few years. As one of the leading brand management groups in China, we believe the forge of this partnership will shape the future of Argentum in Asia and the world.”
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.
