A public consultation in 2023 demonstrated widespread support for tighter regulation across the industry.<\/p>\n
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”.<\/p>\n
“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.”<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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”.<\/p>\n
“These proposals have our full support and we welcome the opportunity to engage in further consultation,” says JCCP executive chair Prof David Sines. <\/p>\n
Health officials are currently investigating 38 cases of poisoning<\/a> following suspected fake Botox injections.<\/p>\n The public is reminded to make sure they only use registered and qualified practitioners and use products licensed for use in England.<\/p>\n