AN ACT ENTITLED, An Act to revise the regulation of cosmetologists and nail technicians and to provi 2026

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  2. Begin by reviewing Section 1, which defines key terms such as 'Apprentice', 'Cosmetologist', and 'Esthetician'. Familiarize yourself with these definitions as they are crucial for understanding the subsequent sections.
  3. Proceed to Section 2, where you will find the requirements for engaging in cosmetology. Ensure that you meet these criteria before filling out any application forms.
  4. In Sections 3 through 5, note the specific practices that do not require a license and those that do. This will help you determine your eligibility for licensure.
  5. When ready to apply, navigate to Section 20 for cosmetologists, Section 21 for nail technicians, or Section 22 for estheticians. Fill out the required information accurately and attach any necessary documentation.
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AB 5s legal exemption for licensed manicurists who booth rent will become inoperable on January 1, 2025. That means California will no longer allow nail salons to have independent contractors or booth renters operating in their salons and those manicurists will now be classified as employees.
So for instance, beginning January 1, 2025, if you are a licensed manicurist, and you provide manicure services at a salon, you are an employee, and must receive all the rights and protections of that employment status including minimum wage, sick pay, meal and rest breaks, overtime pay and workers compensation
Is it illegal to do nails without a license? Yes, in most states. But you can offer press-on nails or content creation legally while working toward your license.
Except as provided in this article, it is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to engage in barbering, cosmetology, or electrolysis for compensation without a valid, unexpired license issued by the board, unless the person is participating in an externship program from an approved school, or in an
Signaling a broader discussion about less government oversight, two states have introduced bills in the 2025 legislative cycle that would reduce or eliminate the need to hold a cosmetology license in order to perform salon or barbershop services.

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RESTORING OUR RIGHT. Effective January 1, 2025, licensed manicurists in California lost their right to work as independent contractors. On February 10, 2025, Assemblyman Tri Ta introduced AB 504 to correct racial targeting in state employment law. Read the text of AB 504 here.
Nail techs could choose to be independent contractors, set their own hours, build their own brand, and create their own network of clients. This exemption would give nail techs the freedom to choose their career trajectory for themselves rather than allowing the state to dictate it for them.

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