None of the following constitute the practice of cosmetology:

(1) Any person practicing permanent removal of hair by the use of a galvanic or thermalytic needle known as electrolysis;

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 36-15-2.1

  • Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2

(2) Any retailer at a retail establishment who in the ordinary course of business is engaged in the demonstration of makeup if:

(a) The makeup is applied only with disposable applicators that are discarded after each customer demonstration;

(b) The demonstration is without charge to the person to whom the demonstration is given; and

(c) The retailer does not advertise or provide a cosmetology service except the sale of makeup and fragrances.

Source: SL 2003, ch 202, § 3.