As reported by the National Health Executive, new legislation in Scotland will introduce tighter controls on high-risk cosmetic procedures, aiming to improve safety and bring greater oversight to a sector that has long faced inconsistent standards
The reforms mean that treatments such as Botox and dermal fillers must only be carried out by trained healthcare professionals, or under their supervision, and within properly registered and regulated settings. Officials say this will create clearer accountability across the industry.
The law also introduces a ban on under-18s accessing non-surgical cosmetic procedures. Ministers say the move is intended to better protect young people, particularly in light of growing pressures linked to social media and unrealistic appearance expectations.
The changes are designed to regulate a range of higher-risk aesthetic treatments that have, until now, operated with varying levels of oversight.
A transition period has been built into the plans to allow providers time to meet the new standards. Businesses will have until at least September 2027 to update their practices, including staff training and facility improvements, while continuing to operate during the shift to the new system.
