Navigating the Latest TGA Guidelines: Updates for the Cosmetic Injectables Community
Recently, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) updated its guidelines for advertising cosmetic injectables. These changes aim to make sure that advertising rules are fair for everyone who offers health-related services.
Before, ads, social media posts, blogs and websites for cosmetic treatments could mention things like 'wrinkle reducing injections' without talking about specific products. But now, the TGA says ads can't indirectly talk about prescription medicines anymore, like ‘dermal fillers’, ‘weight loss injections’, or ‘anti-wrinkle injections’ anymore. These changes may impact how we communicate about our services in the future, but rest assured, our commitment to providing exceptional care remains unchanged.
This update doesn't change the laws about cosmetic injections themselves, we will still be offering these treatments in clinic, but the way we talk about them will be different. Posts that include things like testimonials, before-and-after pictures, or listing prices will no longer be used on our social media platforms and potentially website. Patient safety is our top priority, and these updates from the TGA are aimed at ensuring consistency and transparency in the advertising of therapeutic goods. As part of our dedication to your well-being, we will always adhere to regulatory standards and guidelines to provide you with the safest and most effective treatments possible.
These changes are part of a bigger effort to make sure health professionals offering cosmetic treatments follow the rules. The TGA also want to protect people from ads that might influence their decisions about prescription medicines, which can be risky.
If you're in the cosmetic injectables community, it's important to check your ads to make sure they follow the new guidelines. Adapting to these changes not only keeps you legal but also shows your commitment to keeping patients safe and providing quality care. As we all adjust to these updates, working together, staying informed, and being ethical in our advertising will help maintain trust and safety in the cosmetic injectables industry. You can read the full TGA press release here.
As for our patients, we understand that change can sometimes be confusing, but please know that our commitment to your satisfaction and safety remains unwavering. If you have any questions or concerns about these updates or treatments, do not hesitate to reach out to the clinic on 07 3003 4000.
For future patients, if you are unsure of treatments, we recommend booking a complimentary nurse consultation with us to work with our team of Registered Nurses to tailor a care plan specific to your aesthetic needs.
You can book this by:
Booking online here
Phoning the clinic on 07 3003 4000
Or visiting us on level 2 70D Mary street, Brisbane QLD 4000