A public consultation in 2023 demonstrated widespread support for tighter regulation across the industry.
Ashton Collins, director of Save Face, a register of approved clinics and practitioners, said she had seen first hand “the devastating impact these procedures can have on the lives of victims and their families”.
“I am delighted that the government has recognised the significant and potentially fatal risks posed by highly dangerous procedures like liquid BBLs, and has made it a priority to implement restrictions to protect public safety.”
There are thought to be around 16,000 businesses involved in non-surgical cosmetic procedures, which have seen a huge boom in popularity in recent years.
The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) said ensuring all cosmetic practitioners were regulated and licensed, appropriately insured and worked from safe premises had become “imperative”.
“These proposals have our full support and we welcome the opportunity to engage in further consultation,” says JCCP executive chair Prof David Sines.
Health officials are currently investigating 38 cases of poisoning following suspected fake Botox injections.
The public is reminded to make sure they only use registered and qualified practitioners and use products licensed for use in England.
The Scottish government recently set out measures to improve the safety and standards of the non-surgical cosmetic procedures industry, external, following a consultation.