肉毒素是肉毒杆菌产生的毒素，是一种神经毒素，原先用于治疗面部肌肉痉挛和其他肌肉运动紊乱症， 用它来麻痹肌肉神经，以达到停止肌肉痉挛的目的，后来被应用于医学美容。肉毒素可以阻断神经与肌 肉间的神经冲动，使过度收缩的小肌肉放松，进而达到除皱的效果。或者是利用其可以暂时麻痹肌肉的 特性，使肌肉因失去功能而萎缩，来达到雕塑线条的目的，也就是通常所说的去皱和瘦脸。但值得注意 的是，肉毒素本身是一种有毒物质，如果在剂量上没控制好，那么在注射肉毒素时就会有危险。目前， 市面上肉毒素的使用剂量仅仅是其最大安全剂量的百分之一。 内容概要：肉毒素作为非手术类医美项目的重要组成部分，近年来在中国市场呈现出快速增长的趋势。 数据显示，2017年中国肉毒素行业的市场规模达到19亿元，到了2024年行业市场规模增长至99亿元，年 复合增长率为26.6%。这表明，在颜值经济的影响下，消费者对于改善外貌的需求持续增长，而肉毒素 因其创伤小、恢复快等特点成为了许多求美者的首选。预计未来随着社会观念的变化和个人收入水平的 提高，越来越多的人愿意尝试医美服务来满足自己对外表的要求。此外，肉毒素的应用范围也在不断扩 大，除了传统的除皱瘦脸外，还可以 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the rising concerns and incidents related to the use of botulinum toxin (commonly known as Botox) in cosmetic procedures, highlighting the risks associated with unregulated products and practices in the medical beauty industry. Group 1: Incidents and Risks - Recent incidents involving celebrities, such as actress Qi Wei and actor Du Chun's wife, illustrate the potential dangers of excessive botulinum toxin injections and allergic reactions [1][2] - There has been a noticeable increase in discussions about botulinum toxin poisoning on the internet, with legal consultations regarding such cases rising significantly [4] - Many cases of poisoning stem from excessive dosages or counterfeit products, with reports of severe reactions including dizziness, weakness, and swallowing difficulties [4][10] Group 2: Market Dynamics - The botulinum toxin market in China is experiencing rapid growth, with projections indicating an increase from 3.9 billion yuan in 2020 to 11.4 billion yuan by 2025 [22] - The market has evolved from a dual-competitor landscape to a more diversified one, with multiple companies entering the space, including Huons, Hugel, and others [22][23] - Despite strict regulatory policies, the prevalence of counterfeit products remains high, posing significant safety risks to consumers [25][10] Group 3: Consumer Awareness and Safety - Consumers are often misled by unqualified practitioners and may not be aware of the products being used or their potential side effects [28][29] - It is crucial for consumers to verify the qualifications of medical institutions and practitioners, as well as the legitimacy of the products being used [28] - Recommendations for safe practices include ensuring the use of licensed medical facilities, qualified physicians, and legitimate products to mitigate risks associated with botulinum toxin injections [28][30]