South Carolina

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  1. Licensing Link:
    https://llr.sc.gov/med/Policies/Micropigmentation%20policy-final.aspx
    (Tattooing above the neck must be performed by a physician or under the direction of a physician).
  2. https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t44c034.php (This Link is applicable for tattooing below the neck).
  3. Oversight/Rules Link:  Permanent Cosmetics (Micropigmentation) must be performed by a physician or under the direction of a physician.
    https://llr.sc.gov/med/Policies/Micropigmentation%20policy-final.aspx