The dark underbelly of the beauty industry is exposed through the case of Joey Grant Luther, a Manhattan esthetician charged with using counterfeit Botox from China that caused severe health complications including botulism in his clients.
• Manhattan esthetician Joey Grant Luther created a false image of success on social media while secretly operating an illegal beauty practice
• Luther used counterfeit Botox from China for treatments ranging from wrinkle reduction to penis enlargement
• Clients experienced serious side effects including botulism, vision problems, heart palpitations, and difficulty swallowing
• Evidence shows Luther knew about the dangers but continued treatments while lying to clients about product origins
• Penis enlargement claims involved non-FDA approved dermal fillers with no scientific evidence of safety or efficacy
• Protect yourself by researching practitioners' credentials, asking questions about products, and being wary of prices that seem too good to be true
• True beauty starts with being informed and prioritizing health over quick fixes
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