A surge in unregulated cosmetic treatments across Europe, including in Balkan countries, is exposing patients to severe health risks, from facial disfigurement to potentially fatal outcomes. Driven by the high cost of licensed procedures, many people are turning to black market clinics or purchasing DIY injectable chemicals online, bypassing the medical oversight that such treatments require. European regulators and media outlets are now drawing attention to the largely unregulated sector, raising questions about what legal frameworks are needed to protect consumers.