S1 E3 Gearing up for change: how the non-surgical Aesthetics Industry is preparing for regulation

In this episode, Will Marshall is joined by Dr. Catherine Fairris, Director of the Wessex Skin Clinic, Aesthetic Medicine veteran, and President of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM). They discuss how the new licensing scheme is taking shape and the challenges faced by policy makers and stakeholders alike in keeping pace with this moving target. Dr. Catherine Fairris and Will also delve into other trends affecting the sector, including the widespread use of unregulated products and the growing phenomenon of cosmetic tourism.   Time stamps: - From the seizure of fake Ozempic pens to the use of non-surgical fillers as an alternative to BBL procedures, there's a lot happening in the non-surgical aesthetic sector (00:02:36) - Establishing a legislative framework for appropriate training and standards for all non-surgical cosmetic practitioners (00:06:38) - How can a regulatory framework keep pace with such a dynamic and evolving sector (00:10:11) - Implications for the sector around the government's proposal to extend CQC oversight to higher risk aesthetic procedures (00:13:15) - Will the proposed traffic light system effectively address the diverse risks associated with the wide array of aesthetic treatments available? (00:17:03) - Evolution of the licensing framework (00:27:8) - Marketing, distribution and accessibility of unregulated cosmetic products (00:29:10) - Growth of social media and the regulation of content in advertising (00:34:00) - Cosmetic tourism and the duty of care when something goes wrong (00:36:58)   Resources: - Altea Insurance https://www.alteainsurance.com/ - Follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/altea-insurance/    *Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is not intended to represent a complete analysis of the topics presented and is provided for information purposes only, for practitioners in the UK. It is not intended as legal advice and no responsibility can be accepted by Altea, Dr Catherine Fairiss, the Wessex Skin Clinic and the British College of Aesthetic Medicine for any reliance placed upon it. Independent legal advice should always be obtained before applying any information to particular circumstances.