VA DPOR Tattooing Regulations, Complete
Solution. 2024
Apprenticeship Program
approved tattooing training program conducted by an approved apprenticeship sponsor.
Apprenticeship Sponsor
An individual approved to conduct tattooing apprenticeship training who meets the
qualifications in 18VAC41-50-70
Aseptic Technique
a hygienic practice that prevents and hinders the direct transfer of microorganisms,
regardless of pathogenicity, from one person or place to another person or place.
Direct Supervision
Virginia licensed tattooer shall be present in the tattoo parlor at all times when services
are being performed by an apprentice, that a Virginia licensed tattooing instructor shall
be present in the tattooing school at all times when services are being performed by a
student, or that a Virginia licensed permanent cosmetic tattooing instructor shall be
present in the permanent cosmetic tattooing school at all times when services are being
performed by a student.
Endorsement
A method of obtaining a license by a person who is currently licensed in another state.
Gratuitous Services
Providing tattooing services without receiving compensation or reward, or obligation
Licensee
any person, partnership, association, limited liability company, or corporation holding a
license issued by the Board for Barbers and Cosmetology as defined in § 54.1-700 of
the Code of Virginia.
Limited Term Tattooer
Tattooer licensed to perform tattooing for a maximum of five consecutive days in an
organized event or in a Virginia licensed tattoo parlor.
Limited Term Tattoo Parlor
A tattoo parlor temporary location licensed to operate for a maximum of five consecutive
days.
Master Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer
Any person who for compensation practices permanent cosmetic tattooing known in the
industry as advanced permanent cosmetic tattooing including but not limited to cheek
blush, eye shadow, breast and scar repigmentation or camouflage.
Permanent Cosmetic Tattoo Salon
any place in which permanent cosmetic tattooing is offered or practiced for
compensation.
Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer
means any person who for compensation practices permanent cosmetic tattooing
known in the industry as basic permanent cosmetic tattooing including but not limited to
eyebrows, eyeliners, lip coloring, lip liners, or full lips.
Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing
Solution. 2024
Apprenticeship Program
approved tattooing training program conducted by an approved apprenticeship sponsor.
Apprenticeship Sponsor
An individual approved to conduct tattooing apprenticeship training who meets the
qualifications in 18VAC41-50-70
Aseptic Technique
a hygienic practice that prevents and hinders the direct transfer of microorganisms,
regardless of pathogenicity, from one person or place to another person or place.
Direct Supervision
Virginia licensed tattooer shall be present in the tattoo parlor at all times when services
are being performed by an apprentice, that a Virginia licensed tattooing instructor shall
be present in the tattooing school at all times when services are being performed by a
student, or that a Virginia licensed permanent cosmetic tattooing instructor shall be
present in the permanent cosmetic tattooing school at all times when services are being
performed by a student.
Endorsement
A method of obtaining a license by a person who is currently licensed in another state.
Gratuitous Services
Providing tattooing services without receiving compensation or reward, or obligation
Licensee
any person, partnership, association, limited liability company, or corporation holding a
license issued by the Board for Barbers and Cosmetology as defined in § 54.1-700 of
the Code of Virginia.
Limited Term Tattooer
Tattooer licensed to perform tattooing for a maximum of five consecutive days in an
organized event or in a Virginia licensed tattoo parlor.
Limited Term Tattoo Parlor
A tattoo parlor temporary location licensed to operate for a maximum of five consecutive
days.
Master Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer
Any person who for compensation practices permanent cosmetic tattooing known in the
industry as advanced permanent cosmetic tattooing including but not limited to cheek
blush, eye shadow, breast and scar repigmentation or camouflage.
Permanent Cosmetic Tattoo Salon
any place in which permanent cosmetic tattooing is offered or practiced for
compensation.
Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer
means any person who for compensation practices permanent cosmetic tattooing
known in the industry as basic permanent cosmetic tattooing including but not limited to
eyebrows, eyeliners, lip coloring, lip liners, or full lips.
Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing
