Council bans Brazilian butt lifts at Glasgow firm – BBC News

During the inspection of the business, which the council has not named, officers found that there were not sufficient procedures, policies or medication in place for emergency situations.

Potential complications include infections and allergic reactions.

The business could also not provide evidence to prove the competency of those carrying out the procedure.

The company was also banned from using hyaluronidase to dissolve dermal lip filler.

Council officers said the prescription-only substance was not being used in line with pharmaceutical guidelines.

If the company fails to comply with the prohibition notices, the council warned that those involved could face imprisonment or a significant fine.

Ruairi Kelly, convener for neighbourhood services, said: “Our environmental health officers are carrying out inspections of aesthetics clinics across the city to help safeguard the public.

“After inspecting this business, officers acted swiftly to protect people from risks to their health and safety.”

City of Edinburgh Council also previously raised safety concerns about BBL procedures being offered at a private location in the city.

Brazilian butt lifts or BBLs are used to make buttocks bigger using silicone-filled implants or inject fat transferred from other parts of the body.

Non-surgical BBLs are a cheaper option using hyaluronic acid, which is used in dermal fillers, to manipulate the size and shape of the area.

If not performed in a proper way, it can lead to serious health complications.

The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons issued new guidelines to members in 2022 due to the high death rate.