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England bans lip filler and Botox injections for girls under 18
England has banned botulinum toxin injections – often known as Botox – or dermal lip fillers for girls under 18.
The new law aims to protect young people from harm after years of efforts to regulate the non-surgical beauty industry.
Before the new law, under-18s were able to have Botox-style procedures and dermal fillers.
But with the new ruling , it is expected that Wales and Scotland will also botox suit with a similar legislation.
Maria Cutfiled, the minister for patient safety, said she understood the constant pressure for people to look their best, she said: “Far too many people have been left emotionally and physically scarred by their experience, needing medical treatment after botched cosmetic procedures. “Anyone considering these treatments should take the time to consider the impact on both their physical and mental health, and ensure they are using a reputable, safe and qualified practitioner.”
“No child needs cosmetic Botox or fillers and from today [Friday] they will no longer be able to walk into a clinic or someone’s home and get a dangerous and unnecessary procedure that could ruin their lives.
“It will not fix the entirety of the problems in this industry, but it will make a real difference for under-18s.”