Primary Regulator:
Care Quality Commission (CQC) for regulated medical activities in England
Prescribing Requirements:
Botulinum toxin classified as prescription-only medicine requiring GMC/NMC/GPhC registered prescriber involvement. Dermal fillers not currently prescription-only but subject to UK licensing reforms.
Inspection Framework:
If providing regulated medical activities (e.g., injectable prescription treatments under medical model), CQC registration required. IPL devices subject to local authority environmental health oversight where applicable.
