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Board defers decision on 'Avagon Pro' body‑sculpting device for aesthetics; legal staff recommends formal advisory opinion
Summary
Board discussion flagged a multi‑mode body‑sculpting and facial rejuvenation device as likely outside the board's scope for body treatments and recommended a formal 'public advisory' request for a written opinion to protect consumers and the board.
The Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Board discussed a licensee’s inquiry about a multi‑technology device (described in materials as the Avagon Pro) that combines cavitation, radio‑frequency (bipolar and tripolar RF), vacuum therapy and infrared light for body sculpting and facial rejuvenation. Board legal counsel and members agreed a decision requires more research; they suggested the licensee may request a formal advisory (public opinion) from the department for a documented legal response.
What the board heard Legal counsel summarized the device as a “5‑in‑1” system whose handpieces are designed for both…
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