Cosmetology
28-24-12. Sterilizing electrolysis instruments. (a)
Before use upon patron, each electrolysis needle, needle tip and
tweezers shall be first cleaned with detergent and water which may
include the use of ultrasonic equipment and then be sterilized by
one of the following methods:
(1) Steam sterilizer, registered
and listed with the federal Food and Drug Administration, used according
to manufacturer's instructions; or
(2) dry heat sterilizer, registered
and listed with the federal Food and Dug Administration, used according
to manufacturer's instructions
(b) Sterilization equipment
shall be checked weekly to ensure that it is reaching the temperature
required by manufacturer's instructions
(c) Sterilized equipment shall
be stored in a closed sterile container.
(d) A separate sterilized vial
for holding tweezers and needle during treatment shall be provided
for each patron.
