Thinking about renting a beauty room in London? 💅 Whether you’re a lash tech, skin specialist, or aesthetics professional, having your own space gives you freedom, flexibility, and full control of your business.
But before you start taking bookings, it’s important to understand what licences and insurance you need to stay compliant and protected.
Let’s break it down 👇
🏢 Do You Need a Licence to Rent a Beauty Room?
Good news — you don’t need a special licence just to rent a beauty room in London! 🎉
The property owner (for example, Wow Beauty) handles all the building permissions, planning use, and safety compliance.
👉 However, you’re responsible for your own business licences and insurance — especially if you’re offering advanced or specialised treatments.
🛡️ Essential Insurance for Beauty Professionals
Before welcoming your first client, make sure you’re covered with the right beauty business insurance. Here are the must-haves:
💫 Public Liability Insurance – Protects you if a client has an accident or injury in your room.
💫 Professional Indemnity Insurance – Covers you if a treatment causes harm or a client makes a complaint.
💫 Product Liability Insurance – Protects you if products you use or sell cause an allergic reaction or issue.
✅ Having these policies in place keeps both you and your clients safe — and shows you’re a true professional.
💉 When You Might Need a Treatment Licence
If your services go beyond basic beauty treatments and include advanced aesthetics, you might need a special treatment licence or registration with your local council.
This applies to treatments like:
✨ Injectables (e.g., Botox, fillers)
✨ Laser hair removal or skin resurfacing
✨ Chemical peels
✨ Microneedling
Different London boroughs (like Westminster, Camden, and Hackney) have their own rules — so it’s always best to check with your local council before you start offering these treatments.
💡 Tip: You can usually find guidance on your council’s website under “special treatments licensing.”
💕 How Wow Beauty Can Help
At Wow Beauty, we support professionals across the industry — from holistic therapists to medical aestheticians. 🌿
Not sure what licences or insurance you need?
No problem — our team can guide you step-by-step based on your treatments and location.
We make it easy to focus on what you do best: helping clients look and feel amazing! ✨
✅ In Summary
Here’s a quick recap:
🔹 No licence needed just to rent a beauty room.
🔹 You must have your own insurance (public, professional, product).
🔹 Advanced aesthetic treatments may need a council licence or registration.
🌟 Ready to Start Your Beauty Business Journey?
Renting a room with Wow Beauty gives you a professional space, a supportive community, and peace of mind knowing you’re fully compliant.
💌 Get in touch today to find out about available rooms and how we can help you set up your dream beauty business in London.