As a concerned citizen of Kansas, I support and stand with the Kansas Licensed Estheticians and Cosmetologists that are asking you to VETO SB434. I am deeply troubled by this bill that seeks to deregulate sugaring hair removal services in Kansas. 
This bill, if not vetoed, would allow anyone to provide sugaring services without the necessary training, licensing, or background screening, creating a significant risk to the public’s health and safety. 
 
Although a sugaring service can be done on any part of the body, the primary area for this service is the genital area. The sugaring hair removal process involves the client removing their clothing from the service area, direct contact with skin from the service provider, and removing the hair from its follicle. When sugaring is not performed correctly, using safety protocols, and with properly disinfected tools, both the client and the provider are at significant risk of infection and disease. Diseases that could have lifelong effects such as herpes, AIDS, hepatitis, and STDs. By allowing untrained, unlicensed individuals to perform this service in unregulated facilities, the public is not safe. source: American Academy of Dermatology 
 
This bill also has the potential to expose women and girls to sex crimes and/or human trafficking. If not vetoed, providers of this service would no longer be screened for felonies. This would allow registered sex offenders and pedophiles to offer sugaring services to the public. It would also mean the facilities providing these services would no longer be inspected or have any oversight from a state agency. This lack of regulation will open opportunities for illicit activities under the guise of beauty services.   
 
The importance of regulating disinfection, sterilization, and regular inspections cannot be overstated when it comes to sugaring hair removal services.  The result of these regulations is that they allow me, and the public, to feel safe and protected. 
 
Therefore, we urge you, please stand with us and ask Governor Kelly to VETO SB434. 

It endangers our health and safety by deregulating sugaring hair removal services. Your signature can help maintain strict standards within the beauty industry while protecting the public from potential harm.  

Please sign this petition today!