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Lecithin is the name for a group of glycerophospholipids that bind both water and fat. It occurs in soybeans, sunflower seeds and egg yolk, and its main component is phosphatidylcholine. In food and medicine it is used as an emulsifier.

Centella asiatica, or gotu kola, is a perennial herb of the Apiaceae family found in the tropics of Africa, Asia and Australia. The leaves are the part used, and the key compounds are triterpenoids such as asiaticoside. Traditional medicine has used it for skin conditions and minor wounds. Wikipedia states that clinical research has not proven its efficacy and safety, and that it can cause contact dermatitis.

Scutellaria baicalensis, or Baikal skullcap, belongs to the mint family and is native to China, Korea, Mongolia and Russia. The dried root is used, and traditional Chinese medicine calls it huangqin (黄芩). Its main compounds are baicalin, baicalein and wogonin. Liver injury has been reported with oral supplements containing the plant, so tell the doctor about any medical conditions and the medicines you take.

The substances used in meso vary: plant extracts, vitamins, enzymes or medicines. DermNet gives lecithin as one commonly used example.

DermNet states that there is no standard for the choice of substance, the dose or the frequency of injection. Choose a clinic or hospital with a licensed doctor, bring the box to the consultation, and mention any medicines or products you already use before a plan is made.

DermNet lists several side effects of mesotherapy: allergic reactions, inflammation, swelling, skin infection, bruising and changes in skin colour. More serious ones are ulceration, scarring, deformity at the injection site and inflammation of the fat layer (panniculitis).

Before treatment, ask the doctor how to care for the area afterwards, which symptoms need a return visit, and how to contact the clinic.