Is permanent makeup (PMU) included in the certification requirements?

• A. Yes, including PMU
• B. No
• C. Only PMU performed by physicians requires certification
• D. PMU is exempt from certification

Answer: (A)

PMU is included in certification requirements. In Nassau County, any permanent cosmetic procedure that implants pigment into the skin—such as permanent makeup like eyebrow shading, eyeliner, or lip color—falls under the tattoo and body piercing certification rules. The goal of certification is to ensure safe practice, including proper hygiene, sanitation, equipment handling, and infection control. Since PMU is a form of permanent cosmetic tattooing, it must be performed by someone who holds the required certification. It’s not exempt, and it doesn’t depend on who delivers the service (physician or otherwise).