PT Kalbe Farma Tbk : KALBE INTRODUCES MESOTHERAPY PRODUCTS IN AESTHETIC TREATMENT

Jakarta, July 17, 2023 - Through its Asterion division, PT Kalbe Farma Tbk (Kalbe) introduces mesotherapy products in aesthetic treatment in Indonesia. Mesotherapy is a technique of beauty treatment that does not require surgery, is more effective, and safe. The entrance of Kalbe into the aesthetic treatment market is done as an effort to make use of the opportunity given by lifestyle trends, younger customer base, and the rise of medical tourism in some regions. Mesotherapy is one of the top 5 medical aesthetic treatment methods in the world.

"Today, Kalbe introduces a range of complete mesotherapy products that are made available thanks to the cooperation of Kalbe and Dermaqual, an aesthetic treatment company from Paris, France. In order to fulfill the sustainability commitments of Kalbe Bersama Sehatkan Bangsa, we are providing aesthetic treatment solutions that would fulfill various needs," the Director of PT Kalbe Farma Tbk, Mulialie, says.

Mulialie continues that Dermaqual is the right partner. With a 20-years experience in aesthetics, Dermaqual has developed innovative mesotherapy solutions that have been formulated carefully by the scientists and professionals in aesthetics. These mesotherapy solutions follow international standards to produce high-quality products and are guaranteed to be safe. They have also been adjusted to the protocols and needs of each patient (personalized treatment).

"Kalbe complements the aesthetic treatment market in Indonesia by launching 12 new products for mesotherapy treatment - these products answer to the needs of the market for skin rejuvination, skin brightening, body contouring,andhair problemthrough our partnership with Dermaqual, a French company," Mulialie adds.

Mulialie continues that the launching of mesotherapy treatment products is a part of the company's contribution to society's well-being, especially in the field of skin treatment that is in line with the company's sustainability activities, Bersama Sehatkan Bangsa.

The Key Opinion Leader of Dermaqual Indonesia, dr. Dikky Prawiratama, M.Sc., Sp.KK, says that there are five most well-sought products and cocktails in the world. The first product is GSH+C1000 + MESOGLOW, which gives a shining and whitening effect. There is also NEFERTITI LIFT + MESOGLOW, which gives a glowing and volumizing effect. The next product is DQ HA35 + REJUVEYES, which lifts and fills the area under the eye. The fourth is ASCORBIX + MESOGLOW to help treat color changes, acne scars, and give the skin a shine. The last product is DQ HA35-, which will be mixed with other DQ products to hydrate, lift, and tighten the skin.

These products are in line with the top 5 indications that consumers are looking for. Among these indications are skin boosters, skin brightening, skin tightening and skin aging, body fat burning products, and hair growth. Mesotherapy treatment can be a solution for these indications.

"Mesotherapy is an art of the doctors in creating and running a combination of treatments based on the consumers' needs. This is an injection technique that requires no surgery, is more effective, and safe," dr. Dikky states.

Dr. Dikky also explains that the applied technique is simpler than in other treatment methods - it also does not require a long time. Mesotherapy aims to brighten the skin, give a shining effect, combat aging, and grow hair. The side effects are also relatively light and the treatment costs are more affordable.

"Dermaqual has three signature cocktails. The first would be Mesoglow & GSH+C1000, which brightens and gives a glowing effect to the face. Then, there is Nefertiti Lift & EGF Genesis, which tightens up and revitalizes the neck's skin. The third product is Supreall & L-Carnitine, which burns fat in the lower jaw, body, arms, and stomach," dr. Dikky explains.

These products can be applied topically. However, if an injection is needed, consumers would need the help of an expert doctor. The chances of side effects occuring are always there, especially for consumers who might have allergies to the ingredients in mesotherapy.

"Kalbe has provided the basics on selling Dermaqual by highlighting thethree signature cocktailson their doses and treatment session numbers. However, at the end of the day, it is up to the doctors to adjust these accordingly based on their consumers' needs for a more optimal result. As for the result of these three signature cocktail themselves, Dermaqual has shown very good results and significant changes within 3-4 sessions of treatment," dr. Dikky concludes.

Kalbe at a Glance

PT Kalbe Farma Tbk (Kalbe) was established in 1966 and is one of the biggest public pharmaceutical companies in Southeast Asia. Kalbe has four main divisions that handle a portfolio of dependable and various brands: the prescription pharmaceutical division, the health products division that handles over-the-counter drugs, multivitamins, and ready-to-serve supplemental drinks, the nutritions division, and the distribution & logistics division.

Kalbe has also developed a B2B-based digital services ecosystem for the society: EMOS and KlikDokter, a B2C service. EMOS is an order management application system that helps distribution channels perform their stock or supply chain management actions. KlikDokter is a digital platform for healthcare services focusing on telemedicine, which provides health consultation and products that are needed by the society.

Kalbe now has more than 40 subsidiaries and 15 international-standard production facilities, supported by around 16,000 employees in 76 branches throughout Indonesia. Kalbe's shares have been listed in Indonesia Stock Exchange/Bursa Efek Indonesia (IDX:KLBF) since 1991.

Dermaqual at a Glance

DERMAQUAL is a Paris-based laboratory specializing in aesthetic & cosmetic solutions.

It has been established in 2003 by specialized doctors and veteran scientists with extensive

experience in related practices and protocols to meet the needs and requirements of

professionals in supplying mesotherapy cocktails and solutions. The cocktail combination in each item is specially designed to give a long-lasting effect and increase the absorption ability of the skin.