25 Acknowledged

Prohibition of cosmetic procedure advertising to under-18s is a welcome decision.

Conclusion
We welcome the decision to prohibit advertising for cosmetic procedures being directed at under-18s and we look forward to the results of the 12-month review of this new measure
Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges the committee's welcome of the ban on advertising cosmetic procedures to under-18s, confirming the ban came into effect on 25 May 2022 through CAP rules covering all media.
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Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government Acknowledged
Action has already been taken to regulate advertisements for cosmetic surgery. On 25 May 2022, adverts for cosmetic surgery that target under-18s were banned. The new rules from the Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) cover both surgical and non-surgical interventions, and bar ads on all media – ranging from social media sites such as Facebook, TikTok and Instagram to billboards and posters, newspapers, magazines and radio.
Source
Committee Health and Social Care Committee
Inquiry The impact of body image on mental and physical health
Report Second Report - The impact of body image on mental and physical health 02 Aug 2022 HC 114
View on Parliament website
Addressee Bodies
Department of Health and Social Care
Timeline
Recommendation age 3.8 yrs
Report published 02 Aug 2022