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Tattoo Artists Practice Clarification FAQ-Use of Topical Anesthetics and Non-Prescription Drugs

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

​This "Use of Topical Anesthetics and Non-Prescription Drugs"​practice clarification FAQ is based on language currently in statute. It does not constitute a new policy or a decision made by either the Board of Electrologists and Body Art Practitioners or the Tattoo Course of Study Review Committee.