Authorities Tighten Control Over Unprofessional Cosmetic Procedures
21.10.2026, 11:10·
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The government has announced an expansion of measures to combat illegal and unsafe cosmetic practice, known as the activities of 'cosmetic cowboys.' This refers to individuals performing injection and other aesthetic procedures without the necessary medical training and license. The new package of restrictions is primarily aimed at high-risk interventions that were previously often performed in unprofessional settings, leading to complications for patients. According to authorities, tightening regulation is intended to protect consumers from the consequences of poor-quality procedures, including infections, scarring, and other injuries. The initiative continues a campaign already underway to bring order to the aesthetic medicine industry. Details on which specific procedures will fall under the new restrictions and what sanctions are envisaged for violators are still being clarified. The reform is expected to affect both private practitioners and small salons offering services in this field without appropriate accreditation. Representatives of the industry and the medical community in general support stricter controls, noting an increase in complaints about consequences of procedures performed by unqualified practitioners. At the same time, some experts point out the need to simultaneously improve the accessibility of certified services so that consumers do not resort to illegal alternatives for cost reasons.
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