Safety in Aesthetics is a joint initiative by the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), ConsultingRoom.com, and Hamilton Fraser.
Our mission is to provide you with all the information you need to make safe and informed decisions when choosing an aesthetic practitioner. Every clinic listed here is accredited, professionally trained, and properly insured, ensuring they prioritise your well-being above profit.
Here, you will find comprehensive guidance on how to stay safe, including what to do—and what to avoid—before undergoing any treatment.
According to the JCCP, the key problems in the UK are:
This is what is leading to the many problems associated with risks attached to non-surgical anti-ageing treatments and hair restoration surgery by poorly trained practitioners.
The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) promotes public safety and high standards in non-surgical aesthetic treatments across the UK.
Since 1996, Hamilton Fraser has remained the UK’s leading provider of medical malpractice insurance for the aesthetics sector.
04
Mar
2026
Rapid weight loss can come with unexpected side effects. Experts reveal the most common issues and how to recover safely...
25
Feb
2026
Britain’s leading plastic surgeons are calling for an immediate ban on synthetic fillers being injected into women’s breasts, warning the practice poses “unacceptable” risks including infection, disfigurement and even the masking of breast cancer.
20
Feb
2026
A new report by the UK Parliament’s Women and Equalities Committee has raised serious concerns about the safety and regulation of cosmetic procedures in the UK.
09
Dec
2025
Cosmetic medicine in Scotland is undergoing a major shake-up. From injectables like Botox and dermal fillers to other non-surgical aesthetic procedures, the landscape is changing to ensure safer, more accountable treatments. Here’s what you need to know.
13
Nov
2025
A recent BBC North West investigation has exposed a widespread and dangerous trade in illegal teeth-whitening treatments across the UK.
12
Aug
2025
Sunbeds are making a comeback. And this time, it’s Gen Z leading the charge.
