Libby Adame: Illegal Butt Injections and Fatal Consequences

The "Butt Lady" and Illegal Procedures

• 💡 Libby Adame, known as "La Tia" or "the butt lady," and her daughter Alicia Galaz, gained a social media following by offering illegal silicone butt injections at significantly lower prices than licensed surgeons.
• ⚠️ These procedures used non-medical grade silicone, sometimes from home improvement stores, and were not FDA approved for body contouring, posing severe health risks.
• 💰 The low cost (around $3,000-$4,000 compared to $10,000-$15,000) attracted many clients, despite the inherent dangers.

Tragic Consequences and Botched Surgeries

• 💔 Carissa Nicole Rajpal died in 2019 after receiving her third silicone injection from Adame and Galaz, who then fled the scene after calling 911.
• 🚨 Over 50 women reported botched surgeries, and at least three clients died (Carissa Rajpal, Kenya Aras, and Cindy Santangela) due to complications like silicone embolisms.
• 🩺 The silicone migrated from injection sites, causing acute cardiopulmonary dysfunction and blocking blood vessels, leading to death.

Legal Proceedings and Unheeded Warnings

• ⚖️ Adame and Galaz were initially found guilty of involuntary manslaughter for Carissa's death in 2024, receiving a light sentence of three years and eight months, with credit for time served under electronic monitoring, leading to their immediate release.
• 🚫 Despite a judge's warning after her first conviction, Libby Adame continued performing unlicensed cosmetic procedures, driven by the allure of "easy money."
• 🕊️ In 2025, Cindy Santangela died after an injection by Adame, who again fled the scene; this time, Adame was found guilty of second-degree murder and sentenced to 15 years to life.

The Role of Social Media and Greed

• 📱 The duo's social media presence provided a false sense of credibility and expertise, misleading clients into trusting their dangerous services.
• 💸 The speakers emphasized that pure greed was the primary motivator for Adame and Galaz, as they knowingly continued risky procedures for profit despite awareness of the severe consequences.
• 🚨 The case highlights the dangers of unlicensed cosmetic procedures and the critical importance of verifying a practitioner's credentials.