The Jordanian Ministry of Health is planning major amendments to the regulations governing skincare technicians, including a ban on independent skincare centers and restricting technicians to work only within licensed dermatology or cosmetic clinics under the supervision of a specialist physician. The move aims to tighten oversight of medical violations and protect patient safety.
Ikhlas Jamoos, Director of the Health Professions and Institutions Licensing Directorate at the Ministry, confirmed that skincare technicians performing Botox, filler injections, or cosmetic thread procedures constitutes a clear violation. She explained that the technician's role is limited to basic procedures such as steam cleansing or hydrofacial.
She added that treating skin diseases or performing non-surgical cosmetic procedures is the exclusive domain of specialist physicians.
Jamoos revealed that numerous complaints have been received regarding health complications from filler and Botox injections administered by unqualified individuals. Inspection teams have identified skincare centers that have transformed into unlicensed medical clinics performing illegal medical procedures.
The Ministry has enlisted public security forces to shut down some of these centers, and cases have been referred to the Attorney General for legal action.
A committee formed by the Minister of Health is revising the current regulations. The draft amendments will soon be submitted to the Prime Ministry and the Legislation and Opinion Bureau. Key changes include: - Banning skincare technicians from opening independent centers. - Restricting their work to medical clinics under the supervision of dermatologists or plastic surgeons.
Jamoos noted that the last licensing exam for skincare technicians was held in April 2024, and no new exams have been conducted since then after discovering false experience claims in some files. The matter has been referred to the Anti-Corruption Commission. The next exam is expected in July or August 2026.
The official job title is "skincare technician" (male/female), not "skin specialist." Practice requires a one-year diploma plus two years of experience, or a two-year diploma plus one year of experience in approved skincare centers or dermatology clinics. There are approximately 160 licensed skincare centers in the Kingdom.
Source: Read the original report | Published: May 10, 2026