NAC644.368. Prohibited invasive procedures.  


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  •      1. Except as otherwise provided in this section, a licensee shall not perform any invasive procedure that includes, without limitation:

         (a) The application of electricity for the sole purpose of contracting a muscle;

         (b) The application of a topical lotion, cream or other substance which affects anything other than the uppermost layers of the skin;

         (c) The penetration of the skin by metal needles;

         (d) The abrasion of the skin below the uppermost layers of the skin; or

         (e) The removal of a callus using an instrument, tool or other device that has a sharp edge, blade or point.

         2. The provisions of paragraph (c) of subsection 1 do not apply to the use of electrolysis needles by a licensed electrologist.

         3. As used in this section, “invasive procedure” means an act that affects the structure or function of the skin other than the uppermost layers of the skin.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Cosmetology by R029-02, eff. 7-19-2002; A by R030-08, 9-18-2008)