LAC 51:XXVIII.113 – Preparation and Aftercare of Treatment Area on Clients [formerly paragraph 28:007]

A. [Formerly paragraph 28:007-1] Body art operators shall cleanse the client's skin, excluding the areas surrounding the eyes, by washing with an EPA-approved antiseptic solution applied with a clean, single-use paper product, before placing the design on the client's skin or beginning tattooing or permanent cosmetic work.
B. [Formerly paragraph 28:007-2] If the area is to be shaved, the operator shall use a single-use disposable safety razor and then rewash the client's skin.
C. [Formerly paragraph 28:007-3] Substances applied to the client's skin to transfer the design from stencil or paper shall be single use.
D. [Formerly paragraph 28:007-4] Aftercare shall be administered to each client following service, as stated in §§107.A and 131.L of this Part.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with the provisions of R.S. 40:4, R.S. 40:5, and 40:2833.

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Public Health, LR 28:1459 (June 2002).