Primary Regulator:
Care Quality Commission (CQC) for regulated medical treatments in England.
Prescribing Requirements:
Prescription-only medicines (e.g., botulinum toxin) require a qualified prescriber (doctor, dentist, or independent nurse prescriber).
Inspection Framework:
- CQC inspection required for providers delivering regulated activities
- Non-surgical cosmetic laser/IPL subject to local authority licensing and safety compliance under environmental health regulations.