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Reducing infection in tattooing and body piercing and promoting safety and consistency across practices.
This guidance has been produced for cosmetic piercing businesses to help minimise the risk of perichondritis from Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
You need to register with the relevant local council to get a tattoo, piercing and electrolysis licence in England and Wales
You need to register with the relevant local council to get a tattoo, piercing and electrolysis licence in Northern Ireland
You need to register with the relevant local council to get a tattoo, piercing and electrolysis licence in Scotland.
As tattooing and body piercing becomes more common, improper or unsanitary methods used in these procedures can carry health risks.
Product Safety Report for Unbranded Silver Coloured Tongue Bar presenting a serious chemical risk.
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