Is it legal for Botox administration at hair salons by a nurse practitioner with two years of experience?

Thank you for asking this question.As you know many injectors are doing botox in hair salons, at home, hotel lobby, and some even come to your house! The rules and regulations are very strict when it comes to injection of these controlled medications. Board of Registration of Cosmetology wish to warn consumers not to undergo Botox® or any other medical procedure in a Cosmetology Salon.  I believe the injection of Botox in a hair salon has the following risks.1. Hair salons(Cosmetology License) do not have the license to perform any injectables. 2. The sterility of the place is not optimal for any injectables such as Botox procedure.3. The hair salon is not prepared for any unexpected complications from Botox injection.4. The Physician/Nurse may not be equipped to handle any emergencies that may arise during the delivery of the botox in a hair salon.5. The Botox injector and the salon can face legal charges, the practice is clearly not safe for consumers.I am aware of MA regulations for Botox injections in a hair salon not in New Hampshire. In summary
The Board of Registration in Medicine would not tolerate unsafe medical care from physicians or unlicensed medical practice from non-physicians who are often involved in these actions. As with any medical procedure, the possibility of adverse effects occurring from a botulinum toxin injection is always a possibility. Therefore, the American Academy of Dermatology strongly believes that patient safety comes first and should not be taken lightly under any circumstance. A casual social activity for the purpose of administering botulinum toxin, such as a Botox® Party, is an inappropriate and a potentially dangerous setting for performing medical procedures of any kind, that consumers should consult a licensed physician when considering medical treatments such as Botox® injections and should insist that all treatment be provided in a sterile environment equipped to provide these services safely. Finally, consumers are advised to exercise good judgment and to always verify that a professional is licensed and in good standing before engaging their services. The safety of Botox injection is more important than the cost of Botox.Best WishesDr. Shanthala

The price of Botox operation depends on several factors such as the difficulty of your case and your request for your operation area.
In my practice, prices for Botox operation reaches from 325 Euro up to 350 Euro range. If you want to learn more you can visit my profile.

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Botox can be supplied by a nurse practitioner, with each state providing for different rules and regulations.  That said you have the choice to pursue whichever injector makes you most comfortable.

I recommend getting Botox treatments from a board-certified Doctor. It will take 1-2 weeks for final results with Botox. Best, Dr. Emer

Thanks for your question, but this particular question is best put to an officer of the court such as an attorney or the New Hampshire Board of Medicine.  If you believe there is an improper practice of medicine in the state, you can file a complaint with the Board of Medicine who will investigate or you can call or go online to ask about the regulations.  This entity is charged with developing and enforcing regulations to protect unsuspecting consumers from unsafe medical practices.

Every state and country has different rules. More importantly, who in their right mind would want to risk their health, beauty, results and safety on a poorly trained non-expert. For optimal results and safety, seek a highly trained and experienced physician injector such as a dermatologist. The risks and costs of fixing poorly done Botox or fillers is just not worth it. Unfortunately each week I have to try to fix the botched work of unprofessional, inexperienced amateurs, while the patient is both embarrassed and in tears, paying a lot of money to try and fix things, and sometimes things can't be fixed, all in all very sad. Would you seek the advice of a nurse for your heart condition or cancer, hopefully not?

Hello and thanks so much for this awesome observation and questions. Although we practice in Canada, this dilemma seems to be seen all over and should be stopped. Always keep in mind that a physician, who is trained in botox injections, should be readily available to see the patient in consult prior to receiving an injection and should be present should a complication arise. This is why these types of treatments should only be performed in a medical setting. Physicians can delegate injections to qualified RPN/RN's if they so choose. As for fees for botox, you may pay a little more to have a physician treat you then a nurse but the fees should be pretty much standard and fall within a common range with other similar physician's offices. Botox is typically priced per unit, in Canada, you can expect to pay $10.00 - $15.00/unit not treatment. Hope this helps!!

Thanks for your question, but this particular question is best put to an officer of the court such as an attorney or the New Hampshire Board of Medicine.  If you believe there is an improper practice of medicine in the state, you can file a complaint with the Board of Medicine who will investigate or you can call or go online to ask about the regulations.  This entity is charged with developing and enforcing regulations to protect unsuspecting consumers from unsafe medical practices. 

Thank you for your question. As many others have said, Botox can be performed by an NP, under the supervision of an physician. Every state has different laws when it comes to this, so make sure to do your research. Always choose to get treatment based on the provider's credentials and experience vs. price. If you ever have any concerns about your provider, please seek treatment where you are comfortable and confident with your injector.

Each state has its own regulations, but most allow Nurse Practioners to inject Botox and many do a wonderful job.  Be sure that the injector is trained and that the Botox used is not from another country.  If you are uncomfortable with an injector then I recommend you have treatment with someone else.