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The California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Board) protects consumers by licensing and regulating the state's barbering and beauty industry. The Board was established in 1992 (after the Board of Barber Examiners and Board of Cosmetology merged) and today licenses over 50,000 establishments and over 560,000 individuals.
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Proposed Regulations; Recently Approved Regulations; If you are looking for an attorney to provide you with legal advice about the statutes and rules governing your licensure, the State Bar of California has information on how to hire a lawyer.
To become a licensed or certified cosmetologist, you need to receive an education in cosmetology from an accredited school. However, the type of education you need to receive may differ depending on your current state of residence.
This publication includes select California statutes and regulations of interest to barbering and cosmetology professionals fully up to date with legislation enacted through January 2024. The section titles for the Business and Professions Code and the California Code of Regulations are not part of the law; they are provided for
In California, cosmetology services may be only . legally performed by State-licensed cosmetologists in State-licensed salons and barbershops. You do not need to be licensed by the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology if: • You are engaged in selling, fitting, or styling wigs or hairpieces; or • You are a natural hair braider—provided
cosmetology, electrology, esthetic, and manicuring services. Anyone who provides the following services to consumers for a fee must be licensed by the Board and work only in State-licensed shops: • Hairdressing and styling. • Haircutting. • Shaving. • Manicuring. • Electrolysis. • Skin care. The Board also regulates health and safety
In the State of California a cosmetologist cannot: Shave a clients face. Remove superfluous hair by the use of light waves, known as rays. Use medium-grade or medical-grade skin exfoliates. Use any type of laser regardless of its known health effects. Remove moles or skin tags.