Except as otherwise provided herein, the provisions of this article do not apply to persons holding a valid certificate or license to practice medicine, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic trainer, chiropractic, or other healing arts under the laws of the State of Illinois, or persons working under the direction of any such licensed persons, or any barber or cosmetologist lawfully carrying on their respective businesses to the extent authorized under a valid license or certificate of registration issued by the State of Illinois. This exemption is not intended for, and does not permit, general massage activities as part of any barber or cosmetologist business beyond that authorized by their State license or certification. (Ord. 0-18-09, 5-7-2018, eff. 8-1-2018)