U.S. Shekhawat Pty Ltd and US Petro Pty Ltd trading as Dr Umed Cosmetics - Voluntary Administration

U.S. Shekhawat Pty Ltd and US Petro Pty Ltd trading as Dr Umed Cosmetics, which operate a chain of cosmetic clinics across South East Queensland, entered voluntary administration on 1 August, with Steven Nicols of Nicols + Brien appointed administrator.

According to its website, Dr Umed Cosmetics has nine locations in Queensland, in addition to clinics in Gladstone and Dubai, offering treatments including injectables, chemical peels, thread lifts (a non-surgical alternative to a traditional facelift), and even skin cancer removal.

The appointment reportedly follows a series of legal claims brought by former patients, although the nature of the claims has not been revealed. The administrator is continuing to operate the business and is currently conducting a sale campaign.