(Amended Health Officer Order)...It went into effect Wednesday.

The Imperial County Health Officer issued an amended order to reflect recent changes made to the State of California's Expanded Personal Care Services guidance. Under the new State Guidance, nail salons and electrologists providing physician ordered electrolysis may now operate indoors with modifications, safety plans, social distancing and other prevention measures as specified in California's Industry Guidance. The updated guidance also emphasizes that body waxing studios, massage therapy studios and skincare and cosmetology services must continue to operate outdoors and must adhere to State guidelines. Services for tattooing, piercing and non-medical electrolysis must remain closed at this time. The amended Health Officer Order can be found in the Imperial County Public Health Department's website