For the purposes of this part, the practice of body art does not include:

1. (1) A licensed physician or surgeon performing body art services for medical reasons;
2. (2) A licensed funeral director performing body-piercing or tattooing services as required by that profession;
3. (3) Laser tattoo removal procedures; or
4. (4) Skin treatment procedures such as chemical peels or microdermabrasion.

History

Oct. 23, 2012, D.C. Law 19-193, § 3(g), 59 DCR 10388