If you operate or wish to operate premises in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham offering “special treatments” including: 

• massage 
• manicure
• pedicure 
• nail extensions
• steam facials
• acupuncture
• tattooing
• body piercing
• cosmetic piercing
• chiropody
• electric facial, massage or muscle stimulation treatments
• light or laser treatments
• sun beds
• vapour, sauna or other baths 

then, unless you are subject to an exemption as detailed below, you need a licence issued by the council in accordance with Part II of the London Local Authorities Act 1991.

Anyone found to be operating special treatments premises without a licence is liable to prosecution and a fine of up to £5,000.