Primary Regulator:
Care Quality Commission (CQC) for regulated medical activities in England
Prescribing Requirements:
- Botulinum toxin is prescription-only
- Requires GMC/NMC/GPhC prescriber. Increasing UK regulatory oversight of fillers and cosmetic licensing reforms expected.
Inspection Framework:
CQC registration required for regulated activities (e.g., surgical liposuction, GP services, certain injectable services under medical model). Local authority oversight for laser/IPL use and environmental health compliance.