Tattoo Artist Requirements in Michigan

Tattoo Licensing & Training Guide

Michigan has statewide regulations requiring tattoo artists and body art studios to be licensed. Licensing & Training All tattoo artists must work in a licensed body art facility. Completion of a bloodborne pathogens training course is mandatory. Studios must apply for a Body Art Facility License through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Studio & Health Regulations Studios must be inspected by local health authorities annually. Strict sterilization and disposal regulations must be followed. Single-use needles and disposable gloves must be used. Age Restrictions Minors under 18 years old require notarized parental consent. For official requirements, visit the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Michigan has statewide regulations requiring tattoo artists and body art studios to be licensed.

Licensing & Training

• All tattoo artists must work in a licensed body art facility.
• Completion of a bloodborne pathogens training course is mandatory.
• Studios must apply for a Body Art Facility License through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Studio & Health Regulations

• Studios must be inspected by local health authorities annually.
• Strict sterilization and disposal regulations must be followed.
• Single-use needles and disposable gloves must be used.

Age Restrictions

• Minors under 18 years old require notarized parental consent.

For official requirements, visit the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.