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Swiss to lead tattoo industry reform.(Clinical Rounds)

Publication: Skin & Allergy News

Publication Date: 01-AUG-05

Author: Wendling, Patrice
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COPYRIGHT 2005 International Medical News Group

PARIS -- International efforts to control the health risks associated with tattoos got a boost from Switzerland's recent decision to regulate the content of tattoo pigments.

By the end of 2006, Switzerland will have a federal law regulating what cannot be included in tattoo pigments, minimal health-risk education and examinations for tattoo artists, and verification of tattoo parlors, Maurice Adatto, M.D., said at the 14th International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology World Congress.

Health officials also hope to include...

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