Save Face is the UK government-recognised register of accredited cosmetic practitioners. We explain what it covers, what it doesn't, and how to use it before booking any UK cosmetic procedure.
Save Face is a Department of Health-recognised register covering non-surgical cosmetic procedures (Botox, fillers, chemical peels, microneedling). Surgeon registration is via GMC. Practitioners on Save Face have submitted documentation of training, insurance, and clinical premises. Not all UK clinics are listed — listing is voluntary. Absence from Save Face is not necessarily a red flag (many surgical clinics aren't listed because they're GMC-tracked), but presence is a strong positive signal for non-surgical practitioners.
| Procedure type | Regulated by |
|---|---|
| Botox, fillers, non-surgical aesthetics | Save Face register |
| Surgical cosmetic (rhinoplasty, breast aug, etc.) | GMC + CQC |
| Dental cosmetic (veneers, Invisalign) | GDC + CQC |
| Hair transplant (surgical) | GMC + CQC |
No. It's voluntary registration. Many practitioners are not on Save Face but are still legal (GMC/GDC registered for surgical/dental work). Absence isn't automatic red flag; presence is positive signal.
Check GMC (surgeons) + GDC (dentists) + CQC (premises). These are mandatory. Save Face is supplementary.
No — Save Face is UK-only. For overseas clinics like Albanian top clinics, verify equivalent: QKL Albania register + clinic ISO certification + written warranty.
Both are voluntary UK cosmetic practitioner registers. JCCP (Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners) is broader; Save Face is more focused. Either is positive signal.
For non-surgical UK procedures: strong preference. For surgical/dental: GMC/GDC + CQC are the primary check; Save Face supplementary.