First BBL death in UK prompts safety crackdown and arrests

In the United Kingdom, the first death after a non-surgical Brazilian butt lift (BBL) has been recorded. The deceased was 33-year-old Alice Webb, a mother of five children. Two people have been arrested on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter, reports the BBC.

The organization Save Face, which maintains a national register of accredited practitioners who perform non-surgical cosmetic procedures, confirmed that this is the first death resulting from a BBL in the United Kingdom.

In the face of this tragedy, the deceased’s partner, Dane Knight, appealed to internet users on Facebook for caution in comments regarding the woman’s death. He emphasized that his five daughters deserve protection from unnecessary questions and speculations.

The police in Gloucestershire are investigating the case. Two people were arrested but later released on bail, reports the BBC. Owners and employees of venues near the location where the procedure was carried out reported that police were on the scene for many hours. Everyone unanimously confirmed that they were greatly surprised by the situation.

A Brazilian butt lift is a procedure aimed at enlarging, lifting, or rounding the buttocks. It can be performed either surgically or non-surgically. In the case of non-surgical BBL, fillers such as hyaluronic acid are injected into the buttocks.

Although these procedures are not illegal in the United Kingdom, local authorities in Wolverhampton and several other regions have identified associated risks and intend to pursue a ban on them.

Ashton Collins, director of Save Face, expressed concern about the growing popularity of liquid BBL procedures, which were promoted on social media as “risk-free” and a cheaper alternative to surgical lifts.

Collins stressed that the large volumes of substances injected in a BBL pose a significant risk of complications, especially when performed in improper conditions by individuals without proper medical education.

I would urge anybody considering this treatment to avoid it at all costs – Collins said, warning of serious health consequences.