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Beauty's Ugly Truth

24/02/2024 12:30 GMT

First broadcast: on BBC Persian TVLatest broadcast: on BBC Persian TV

A BBC News investigation has exposed serious flaws in the Egyptian beauty industry that are endangering lives and leaving women scarred for life.
In Egypt you have to be a dermatologist or plastic surgeon to inject botox or dermal fillers. Even laser hair removal requires a qualified doctor's supervision.
But the BBC found dozens of unqualified people working in the beauty industry, in breach of Egyptian laws and regulations. Show less

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