I also have the Intel chipset that causes the Direct 3D returned an error: D3DERR_INVALIDCALL! The application will now terminate error in Body Shop. I have found that I can download the "old" pre-release version from somewhere like FilePlanet or Download.com and it runs just fine.

I suggest this info be added to the FAQ section about this error.

Thx! Hope this helps someone!

It can be added to the faq without problem.
It would be helpful if you can provide some links to the "old" version

Download Links for the pre-release version of Body Shop:
at Download.com:
http://www.download.com/The-Sims-2-...4-10292066.html

At FilePlanet (free registration required to download):
http://www.fileplanet.com/140516/14...BUS-&-Europe%5D

FileShack (registration required)
http://www.fileshack.com/file.x?fid=4963

Mac OS (hopefully not needed)
http://www.apple.com/downloads/maco...s2bodyshop.html

Yay! I have the same problem, now I can finally cure my urge to create skins! Heh..

I hope this works. I will download ASAP. Thanks so much for the info.

thank you.hopefully it works

gr8, thanks, I've had this problem ever scence this game came out and it makes me upset... Hope this works.. Thanks again

Thanks. This'll be added to the faq post before the end of the day.