(1) The board shall approve all new machines and devices 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, tools and equipment, shelves, tables, sinks and other equipment used in connection with the operation of salon, shop or school must be:

(a) constructed to be easily cleaned; and

(b) clean, sanitary and in a safe condition 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) Only microdermabrasion machines specifically manufactured for use in esthetics services and approved by the board are permitted. Modified or medical machines shall not be used.

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

(i) closed systems only;

(ii) kept in a clean, sanitary and safe manner 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 of at least 120.

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