An illegal beauty studio operating out of a residential apartment in Vienna has been shut down by the financial police, according to an announcement on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, by the Federal Ministry of Finance. Authorities discovered a 27-year-old woman from the Russian Federation offering unauthorized medical and cosmetic procedures, including Botox and lip treatments, without proper medical credentials since 2025.
Financial Police Raid Vienna Floridsdorf Apartment
The Amt für Bekämpfung, Bereich Finanzpolizei (Office for Combating Fraud, Financial Police division) conducted a raid in early September 2026 following an anonymous tip. Officers entered an apartment located in Vienna’s 21st district, Floridsdorf, where they found the 27-year-old suspect and two clients undergoing lip procedures, according to official reports. Independent coverage from the Federal Ministry of Finance noted that the suspect had stated she treated at least three clients daily, bringing in earnings of roughly 1,200 euros per week.
During the subsequent inspection, the financial police secured multiple treatment materials, including Botox preparations, hyaluronic acid syringes, fat-dissolving products, and a treatment couch. The suspect reportedly told investigators that she ordered these medical and cosmetic substances directly through an online platform. Additional coverage from the Ministry of Finance details that the Magistratsabteilung Gruppe für Sofortmaßnahmen and local police assisted in the operation, ensuring that all unauthorized items were seized by police officers.
Did You Know? The 27-year-old suspect allegedly ordered all the specialized cosmetic and medical preparations used in her unlicensed practice directly through an online platform.
Charges of Unlicensed Practice and Welfare Fraud
The authorities have filed formal charges against the 27-year-old for illegal medical practice, known legally as Kurpfuscherei. Furthermore, the Office for Combating Fraud is initiating additional charges for suspected social benefits fraud. Investigators stated that the suspect collected emergency unemployment assistance (Notstandshilfe) improperly while operating her unlicensed beauty business.
Investigators also uncovered indications that the suspect performed these uncertified injections on minors. Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer stated that tax fraud undermines the social state and trust in the legal system while shifting the burden onto honest contributors. Marterbauer also highlighted the severe health risks customers face when receiving medical procedures from individuals lacking sufficient medical qualifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the illegal beauty studio operate?
According to the Ministry of Finance, the 27-year-old woman offered and performed unauthorized beauty treatments starting in 2025.
What specific products and treatments were found on-site?
Financial police seized Botox preparations, hyaluronic acid syringes, fat-dissolving treatment products, and a treatment couch from the Floridsdorf apartment.
What legal charges does the suspect face?
The suspect was reported for illegal medical practice (Kurpfuscherei), and faces additional charges for suspected social benefits fraud related to the unlawful collection of emergency unemployment assistance.
What measures do you think authorities should implement to prevent the online sale of restricted cosmetic preparations to unlicensed individuals?
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