Gwynedd 'trainee nurse' advertised Botox but was injecting something differentThe Anglesey based cosmetics brand advertised Botox treatmentView Image Customers thought they were getting Botox (Image: Getty Images)A Gwynedd woman, who claimed to be a trainee nurse, advertised Botox treatment but injected customers with an unlicensed alternative. ‌The Court heard how two complainants had seen an advert on social media; booked and paid for Botox treatment with Edwards, trading as ‘5 Star Aesthetics’ based on Anglesey. During discussions Ms Edwards informed officers that the substance she had used was not in fact ‘Botox’ but an alternative called ‘Fraxin’. Anglesey’s Public Protection portfolio holder, Councillor Nicola Roberts, said: “This was financial gain and unfair competitive advantage from substituting a premium medicine with a cheaper unlicensed alternative. Thankfully, it was not needed.”Anglesey Trading Standards Manager, Emma Jones, warned residents to be careful when considering non-surgical cosmetic treatments.

Source: Daily Mirror March 12, 2026 21:47 UTC