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Where Can I Legally Buy Juvederm to Inject my Own Skin?

asked 1 year ago by stainglassed in Buffalo, NY
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
Question viewed 2,361 times
Tags: at-home, legal, price

I would like to purchase juvederm and botox for myself. I am not a physician however I heard that if I order it from a different country,such as New Zealand,it is legal.Is this true?

21 answers to Where Can I Legally Buy Juvederm to Inject my Own Skin?

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Only licensed physicians can purchase Juvederm

Hello and thank you for the question. In short, you can't legally buy Juvederm if you're not a physician. Beyond that, I would highly advise against self injections. Bad idea altogether. Go through the proper channels and contact your local board certified plastic surgeon for your treatment.  Best, Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS
Glenn Vallecillos, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Where Can I Legally Buy Juvederm to Inject my Own Skin?

Regarding: "Where Can I Legally Buy Juvederm to Inject my Own Skin? I would like to purchase Juvederm and Botox for myself. I am not a physician however I heard that if I order it from a different country,such as New Zealand,it is legal.Is this true?" By law, Botox, Juvederm and other medications are NOT sold to anyone who does not have a license to practice Medicine. If you do buy such items whoever is selling it to you is breaking the law by selling it to a non-physician or... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Self Injection

The saying goes that only a fool represents himself in court. Even if you could get juvederm which would not be legal to be in the hands of a non licensed physician, it would be unwise to attempt to inject yourself.
Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.drkrisreddy.com

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Buying Juvederm for self-injection

You cannot purchase a filler product unless you are a state licensed physician.  I would highly discourage you from self-injecting.  Your results will not be pleasing and you will likely develop more bruising.  
Etai Funk, MD

Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Self Injections

Please think about what you are asking. First of all, you need a medical license to legally purchase authentic Juvederm. I can not imagine what you would be purchasing "off the street" because it is likely NOT Juvederm. Secondly, proper sterile technique and Injection training are imperative to obtain a decent result. I will not even discuss the possible complications from self injections.
Michael Sullivan, MD

Columbus Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Injection Safety- Injector and Product

Thank you for your question. Under no circumstance should you, or anyone who is not currently medically licensed to perform injections, perform any cosmetic injections. This is not only illegal, it is potentially very dangerous. First, receiving injections from someone who does not have adequate training and experience does not guarantee they are knowledgeable on proper techniques or how to handle complications that can arise. Even with a safe product an unsafe injector can be... more
Steven H. Williams, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
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Can I inject my own BOTOX?

This is a VERY BAD idea.  As medical professionals we train in our specialities for a reason.  Simply injecting yourself to save a few dollars is a horrible idea and makes absolutely no sense.  I hope that helps.
Gregory A. Buford, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon
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Bad idea

This is a VERY bad idea.  Injecting yourself with materials you are not familiar with is simply dangerous.  Remember, even nonsurgical procedures carry risks.   Please see a physician.
C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Where Can I Legally Buy Juvederm to Inject my Own Skin

This is a terrible idea, and is the sole reason that disasters occur and find their way to the media.  The purchase is illegal, and the products may not be safe in any market who might sell to you.  I highly discourage you from doing this.     Best,   Dr. Malouf
Peter Malouf, DO

Dallas Dermatologist

mytotalskincare.com

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Please do not inject yourself with any medications

Please do not consider injecting yourself with any medications including botulinum toxin or dermal fillers. The small amount of money that you will save is greatly outweighed by the risk of infection, injury to your face or an otherwise bad aesthetic outcome. There is a reason why people train for years to be competent injectors under the training of a much more experienced mentor. It is not easy. Further, even with that training, unexpected and bad outcomes still occur. Please do not... more
Stephen Weber, MD

Lone Tree Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm over the Internet.

It is a very bad idea to obtain medical products over the internet and from other countries.  First of all, you have no idea about the sterility of the product - if has been opened, if anyone has tampered with it, etc.  Second of all, you don't even know if it is genuine product unless it comes directly from the manufacturer.  Finally, Botox requires refrigeration.  So, you may receive a product that looks normal, but if it has not been constantly refrigerated or... more
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

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Do not use non-FDA approved fillers

There have been serious, even fatal, problems when unreliable sources of fillers or Botox have been used. No physician should use an overseas source that they receive or you provide them. Of course, please don't inject yourself (there have been questions regarding this before on RealSelf.com)!
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Juvederm and botox: Always Credential your injector.

Juvederm and Botox are awesome, versatile and very safe products. They are especially versatile when used together. These products should always be injected by a highly qualified Professional. The less qualified the injector the higher the rate of potential issues.
Michael Weinberg, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon
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Botox and Juvederm are sold to physicians only for a reason!

Even if you could obtain Botox and/or Juvederm from some disreputable source, could you be sure it was sterile, untainted, and safe? Could you know the anatomy of the area you are injecting it into so that you could avoid blood vessels (injection into the wrong spots can cause skin death, necrosis of deeper tissues, blindness, paralysis, or even death)? Why do you think physicians take so many years of education and more years of residency after medical school if this is so... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm - where can I buy to self inject

I would not recommend injecting yourself - Also, I can't imagine you'd be able to purchase it yourself.  Injections are nothing to be taken lightly and only a trained professional should perform this procedure.  You should always put safety first. Dr. Cat Begovic.
Catherine Huang-Begovic, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Where Can I Legally Buy Juvederm to Inject my Own Skin?

I no of NO PLACE! In fact your question is very foolish. I'm sure you realize this and already knew the answer. Dr. Blinski
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm or dermal filler self purchase and injection.

Juvederm and other dermal fillers may not be purchased by non-physicians. Legal purchase of Juvederm is to licensed medical professional through the manufacturer. It is NOT advisable to self inject. Your injector may make it look easy, however, they have been well trained to get you optimal results and avoid complications.
Anifat Balogun, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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You can't but fillers to self inject

Not only is it not legal to try to buy fillers on your own, it is a ridiculous idea to try to self-inject.
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Juvederm is not a DIY procedure

All injectable products require a medical license for purchase because of risks if not used with proper judment and technique.
Richard Baxter, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Only licensed physicians can buy Juvederm

Juvederm is sold to licensed physicians from the manufacturer. Also the injector needs to be properly trained to avoid complications, some of which can be very serious. Improper injections can result in skin necrosis or even blindness. Don't do it.
Emily Altman, MD

Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Juvederm purchase

You cannot legally buy juvederm for self injections.  It has to be purchased by a physician through the manufacturer.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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