The Scottish government is to consider implementing new regulations on non-surgical cosmetic procedures after overwhelming backing from public consultation.
The public consultation received a total of 437 responses comprised of 382 individuals and 55 organisations. A total of 98% of respondents felt that further regulation of non-surgical cosmetic procedures (predominantly dermal fillers) was required and that those administering the procedures should be trained healthcare professionals.
Further, 61% agreed that individuals who are not healthcare professionals should be licensed if they are to be performing such procedures and 90% felt pharmacists should also be regulated in the same manner as healthcare professionals.
In response, the Scottish government has stated it is now a ‘priority’ to consider regulation of dermal filler procedures, and they will scope if any other procedures may warrant similar consideration.
Scottish Health Secretary Humza Yousaf said, “Our aim is to ensure that all non-surgical cosmetic procedures carried out in Scotland are delivered from hygienic premises by appropriately trained practitioners, applying recognised standards and using legitimate products.”
Aesthetic nurse Jackie Partridge said, “I feel the response that has been published is one more step in hopefully making Scotland a safer place for those seeking non-surgical treatments.”
