Government plans crackdown on 'cosmetic cowboys' to protect Britons against botched liquid butt lifts
Alice Webb, a 33-year-old mother of five died after having a liquid BBL performed in a salon
TL;DR
- Government plans crackdown on dangerous cosmetic procedures like vampire facials and liquid BBLs.
- High-risk procedures involving injections outside the face will require qualified medics.
- Deep chemical peels and vampire facials will be restricted to doctors, dentists, some nurses, midwives, and pharmacists.
- Procedures for under-18s will be banned.
- Rogue operators face criminal notices or fines up to £4,000.
- Government committed to licensing scheme for treatments like Botox and lip fillers.
- Crackdown follows death of Alice Webb after a liquid BBL.
- Experts argue the proposals need to be more comprehensive, especially regarding cosmetic surgery.
- Consultation on draft regulations planned, with parliamentary process expected in spring 2027.