Does a med spa have to register or hold a license in California?
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California has no dedicated med-spa license or registration category. A medical spa is legally a medical practice under the Medical Practice Act; per the Medical Board, “there are no separate laws governing these procedures,” and physicians are held to the same standard as in their routine practice.
Medical Board of California — Medical Spas guidance; Bus. & Prof. Code §2052 · verified Jul 26, 2026 · regulatory monitoring, not legal advice
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