Washington Revised Code Title 70. Public Health and Safety § 70.54.330. Electrology and tattooing--Definitions

(1) “Electrologist” means a person who practices the business of electrology for a fee.

(2) “Electrology” means the process by which hair is permanently removed through the utilization of solid needle/probe electrode epilation, including thermolysis, being of shortwave, high frequency type, and including electrolysis, being of galvanic type, or a combination of both which is accomplished by a superimposed or sequential blend.

(3) “Tattoo artist” means a person who practices the business of tattooing for a fee.

(4) “Tattooing” means the indelible mark, figure, or decorative design introduced by insertion of nontoxic dyes or pigments into or under the subcutaneous portion of the skin upon the body of a live human being for cosmetic or figurative purposes.