NMC rules against remote prescribing for cosmetic procedures
In a major regulatory shift set to impact the aesthetics sector, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has ruled that from June 1, 2025, independent nurse and midwife prescribers will
In a major regulatory shift set to impact the aesthetics sector, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has ruled that from June 1, 2025, independent nurse and midwife prescribers will
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has released a batch of rulings on adverts for liquid Brazilian Butt Lift procedures. The ASA utilised its Active Ad Monitoring system, using Artificial Intelligence
Gedling Borough Council’s Public Protection Team has warned residents about unlicensed anti-wrinkle injections reported in the area. The report revealed that the injections being administered could cause permanent facial disfigurement,
Skincare brand Guinot will sponsor the British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC)’s T.I.M.E Scotland Initiative event at the Scottish Parliament on March 5. The initiative aims to inform
Lucy Powell MP, Leader of the House of Commons, has confirmed that a response to the consultation on the licensing of non-surgical cosmetics is in progress. During a Parliamentary session,
The Scottish Government’s public consultation on the future of non-surgical cosmetic regulation is open until February 14. The Government is seeking public opinion on its suggestion that all non-surgical procedures
Aesthetic distributor DermaFocus has reported a rise in the number of unauthorised online shops and pharmacies selling the Plinest range of polynucleotides. As the UK’s exclusive distributor of Plinest by
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is reminding the public not to buy weight-loss medicines without a prescription from healthcare professionals. This New Year, the UK regulator warned
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled against a supplement company after misleading weight loss claims. Across three social media adverts posted in June 2024, the company published claims including, ‘POV:
The Welsh Government has introduced a licensing scheme designed to improve hygiene and safety standards for acupuncture, electrolysis, piercing and tattooing procedures. The Licensing Rules for Special Procedures in Wales