Who Can Legally Perform Laser hair removal in Massachusetts?

Esthetician (LE)

Permitted under general physician supervision — a physician is available (e.g., by phone) but need not be present. Requires a physician to be available but not on-site.

Master Esthetician

Permitted for this license type. Must be performed in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering.

Medical Assistant (MA)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Permitted when delegated by, and performed under the authority of, a licensed physician. Performed under a physician’s delegation/orders and authority.

Nurse Practitioner (NP/APRN)

Permitted under a written protocol or collaborative agreement with a licensed physician. The physician does not need to be on-site. Requires a written protocol or collaborative agreement with a physician.

Physician Assistant (PA)

Permitted under a written protocol or collaborative agreement with a licensed physician. The physician does not need to be on-site.

Physician (MD/DO)

Permitted for this license type.