OAR 817-015-0056: Dermaplaning

(1) Except as needed to acquire the education and training, an esthetician is only permitted to perform dermaplaning when the six hours of required education and training below are completed. A minimum of two hours of the education and training must be hands on, practical training. (2) The education and training must be obtained through schools, institutions, vendors, manufacturers, formal seminars, an esthetician experienced in dermaplaning, or a licensed health-care provider experienced in dermaplaning. Proof of education and training must include: (a) Name of continuing education sponsor or provider; (b) Course agenda and outline – including the date and breakdown of hours for each agenda item, lunch and breaks; and a detailed summary of each topic discussed and the learning objective or training goal of each agenda item; (c) Documentation of attendance and successful course completion including, but not limited to, certificate, transcript, sponsor statement, affidavit attesting to attendance, or diploma. (3) The education and training obtained through an esthetician or from a licensed health care provider with experience providing dermaplaning services must include: (a) Verification of the content and hours; and (b) Proof of education and training received by the esthetician or licensed health care provider providing the education and training. (4) An esthetician who is performing dermaplaning must: (a) Comply with the required education and training and retain proof of the required education and training and make the proof available to the Office upon request. (b) Only use dermaplaning when suitable for the client after an analysis of the client’s skin condition, medical history (including pregnancy if applicable, skin type, currently used medication, and skin-care products). (c) Provide dermaplaning in a manner that is safe for the client. (5) Dermaplaning blades must be single-use and disposed of after each treatment as required in OAR 817-010-0060.