The Department of Public Health approves the operation of body art establishments in Philadelphia. They also certify body artists. Body art includes:

• Tattooing.
• Body piercing.
• Permanent make-up.
• Microblading.

Anyone who wants to open a body art establishment in Philadelphia needs to complete the application and plan review, and follow all regulations.

Learn how to:

• Apply for or renew certification for a body art establishment.
• Apply for a body artist certification.