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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(1) A license to practice cosmetology does not confer the right to diagnose, prescribe for, or treat diseases or conditions except as indicated in the definition of cosmetology in s. 454.01(7m) or under the direction of a licensed and practicing physician.
(2) Cosmetology, aesthetics, electrology, and manicuring do not include any of the following:
(a) Services performed by a person licensed, certified or registered under the laws of this state as a physician, physician assistant, podiatrist, physical therapist, nurse or funeral director if those services are within the scope of the license, certificate or registration.
(b) Personal care services performed in correctional institutions, hospitals and licensed nursing homes under the supervision of a person responsible for inmate or patient care.
(3) Cosmetology, aesthetics, and manicuring do not include any of the following:
(a) Services performed by masseurs or masseuses.
(b) A service performed preparatory to a live public performance or appearance, whether in-person or through broadcast media, including the Internet.
(bm) A service performed in the course of the production of any digital, analog, or other recording of a moving or still image intended for public release or broadcast, including through the Internet.
(c) Aesthetics, if performed on the face to demonstrate a product without compensation from a patron other than the sale of the product.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Wisconsin Statutes Regulation and Licensing (Ch. 440 to 480) § 454.02. Limitations and exceptions - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wi/regulation-and-licensing-ch-440-to-480/wi-st-454-02/
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