(1) The board shall approve all new machines and devices which utilize newly introduced technology and are used in the practice of barbering, cosmetology, electrology, esthetics, or manicuring prior to the use of such machines and devices by licensees.

(2) All machines, devices, implements, shelves, tables, sinks, and other equipment used in connection with the operation of a salon, shop, or school must be:

(a) constructed to be easily cleaned; and

(b) in sanitary and safe conditions at all times.

(3) Only electric file machines specifically manufactured for use in the nail industry are allowed be used in nail services. Modified craft or hobby tools are prohibited.

(a) Only bits specifically manufactured for use on the natural nail plate shall be used on the natural nail.

(b) Metal bits and disposable sanding bands made specifically for use on natural nail may be used in that manner and may be used on the acrylic surface covering the nail.

(4) All microdermabrasion machines must be approved by the board prior to their use by licensees and only microdermabrasion machines specifically manufactured for use in esthetics services and approved by the board are permitted. Modified or medical machines may not be used.

(a) Microdermabrasion machines for use in esthetics services must be:

(i) closed systems only;

(ii) kept in sanitary and safe conditions at all times; and

(iii) used only in accordance with specific manufacturer directions.

(5) Aluminum oxide crystals or manufacturer approved corundum used in microdermabrasion machines are:

(a) for single use purposes and shall:

(i) be discarded after each use in accordance with federal, state, and local disposal regulations; and

(ii) have a granule size no larger than 120 grit or the equivalent of 100 to 102 microns.

(b) The board shall approve the use of abrasives, other than aluminum oxide crystals or approved corundum, prior to the use of such abrasives by licensees.

(6) Only single use plastic tips are allowed to be used in microdermabrasion machines and must be disposed of after each client.

(7) Microdermabrasion machines must be maintained and filters changed in accordance with OSHA and manufacturer requirements.

(8) Any and all implements, equipment, and instruments used to perform dermaplane and dermabrasion procedures including but not limited to blades, knives, scalpels, wires, and diamond friezes are prohibited.

(9) The use of laser energy, as prescribed in ARM 24.156.501 as "any procedure in which human tissue is cut or altered by mechanical or energy forms, including electrical or laser energy or ionizing radiation" constitutes the practice of medicine and is prohibited for all individuals licensed under this chapter.

(10) The use of roller or roll-on waxing systems is prohibited.