License: Cosmetologist, Natural Hairstylist, Esthetician, Nail Specialist, Waxing

The practice of "cosmetology" means providing service to the hair, head, face, neck or scalp of a human being, including but not limited to shaving, trimming, and cutting the hair or beard either by hand or mechanical appliances and the application of antiseptics, powders, oils, clays, lotions or applying tonics to the hair, head, or scalp, and in addition includes providing, for a fee or any consideration or exchange, whether direct or indirect, services for the application of dyes, reactive chemicals, or other preparations to alter the color or to straighten, curl, or alter the structure of the hair of a human being.

  • Stand-alone license
  • State exam required
  • Degree required
  • No continuing education requirement
  • Experience required
  • No criminal record requirements
License information updated 03/26/2021