Section 16-78-36 - ExemptionsThe rules governing the practice of cosmetology shall not apply to the following persons when acting within the scope of their profession or occupation:
(1) Persons authorized by law of this State to practice medicine and surgery;(2) Persons authorized by law of this State to practice barbering;(3) An officer or employee, of the United States, if the practice is performed by the employees within the federal property;(4) Manufacturer's representatives or sales persons in retail outlets who sell beauty products or techniques for promotional purposes without compensation for the cosmetology services;(5) Persons who are employed by a firm or corporation dealing as a beauty operator for the sole purpose of giving demonstrations on the use of the products on one's self or a model;(6) Educational activities conducted in connection with any monthly, annual, or other special program from which the general public is excluded. This exemption shall apply only to the specific days of the special program;(7) Persons employed by theatrical groups, modeling agencies or photography studios without being directly compensated by the client being serviced; or(8) Persons employed by health care facilities who are providing care to patients.[Eff 7/4/64; am and ren § 16-78-36, 7/2/81; am and comp 12/21/89; comp 2/22/05] (Auth: HRS § 439-7) (Imp: HRS § 439-2)[Comp 3/17/2022] (Auth: HRS § 438-5)