Brits take punt on a horse face
CELEBS are queuing up to get a horse face in a bid to banish wrinkles.
A new cosmetic treatment using protein sourced from nags is the latest therapy to hit the UK.
It is claimed that, unlike Botox, the treatment does not paralyse the muscle beneath the skin.
Instead, the Nithya injections are said to work with the body’s natural tissue structure to regenerate the look and feel of the skin.
The natural proteins, inset, are taken in a harmless procedure from tendons in horses’ legs.
And because it is taken whole and not doctored in a lab, the equine shots are claimed to work in sync with human skin.
Eddy Emilio, of Vida Aesthetics, who has brought the horsey jabs to the UK, said: “The idea of using protein sourced from horses may seem quirky, but we’re certain this is the future of antiageing.
“This exceptional collagen-boosting product is proven to be safe, has had no reported side effects, is hypoallergenic and gives excellent results.
“This is the only commercially available Type I collagen intended for aesthetic use in the country, and we’re already getting rave reviews from cosmetic doctors thanks to excellent FELICITY CROSS results and the numerous areas it can improve the appearance of.” The wrinkle-remover is claimed to erase fine lines, plump up the cheeks and even boost a sagging bust. Results last for around six months – but it costs £250 a time. An industry insider said: “The equine-protein treatment is big news. “The facial rejuvenation industry hasn’t had a natural option since concerns on mad cow disease meant bovine-extracted proteins were snubbed. “Already, celebs who are desperate to look younger, without being called fakes, are banging on the door to try the horse protein.” Our source added: “After the age of 25, we lose up to 1.5% of the collagen from our skin each year. “The resulting appearance of wrinkles and hollow-looking cheeks, due to the loss of natural collagen, can be mitigated by replenishing it.” It is not the first time beauty scientists have cooked up treatments using equine products. South Korean experts found oil made from horse fat can be a luxurious skin moisturiser, while donkey milk contains almost five times more vitamin C so is recommended for improving skin elasticity.