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STATE BOARD DIRECTORY

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SALON SAFETY GUIDELINES

MARKETERS DIRECTORY

CONSULTANTS DIRECTORY

ASSOCIATION DIRECTORY

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ookEVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NAIL INDUSTRY

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Whether its via phone

call, e-mail, or in per

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we editors at NAILS M

agazine eld a lot of q

uestions from

inquisitive salon owners

and nail techs. And we

love it, because

it means youre seeking

the answers that will h

elp you improve

your business. We hear

questions across all fac

ets of the nail

industry, encompassing

technique, style, busine

ss, and health,

and weve nally comp

iled a guide of answers

to the most

popular questions we r

eceive. (And, if you so

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to drop us a line at edito

[email protected]!)

the nails hotline

OPI Products

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Dashing Diva

89

CND 91

Young Nails

93

Hand & Nail Harmony

95

Star Nails 97

NSI 99

Nubar 101

Artistic Nail Design

103

Mehaz 105

Jessica Cosmetics

107

J&A USA 109

Light Elegance

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Kupa 113

Akzentz 115

The Nail Superstore

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En Vogue 119

Tweezerman

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85 THE NAILS HOTLINEWhether its via phone call, e-mail, or in-person meet-ups, we editors at NAILS Magazine field a lot of questions from inquisitive salon owners and nail techs. And we love it, because it means youre seeking the answers that will help you improve your business. We hear questions across all facets of the nail industry, encompassing technique, style, business, and health, so now weve compiled a guide of answers to the most popular questions we receive.

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will the chlorine in swimming pool water affect nail polish colors?

Nail polish repels water, so the chlorine cant get inside to affect the color. Once the polish has dried, its OK to go swimming. Thats not the case with hair color, because chlorine can soak into hair.

Doug Schoon is chief scientific advisor for CND.

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If youre interested in doing the nails for a cover, you should e-mail [email protected]. Be sure to include your name, city, state, and some information about yourself, including how long youve been doing nails and what your specialties are. Also, be sure to include photos of your best work.Keep in mind that we shoot all of our covers in the Los Angeles area. And unfortunately, we dont pay for nail techs to come out, so if youre going to be in the Los Angeles area on a specific date, then include that in your e-mail. Likewise, if you can be available any time, let us know that.The only exception is our annual NAILS Cover Tech Contest, a photo competition in which we accept entries from all over the world, and the winning photo becomes the magazines January cover. That entry form is published annually in both our August and September issues.If we dont contact you at first, dont give up. As you learn new skills or have interesting ideas for cover looks, e-mail Hannah. You never know when you might have exactly what were looking for.

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Most of our industry is focused on comfort, but when anyone goes to any job interview they should dress for success. They should also dress to impress; by this I mean dress as though you have the confidence to rep-resent the salon and its owner/manager so they can see your ability to be professional every day in the salon as well as represent your own style. Todays fashions for the salon do not fall under the business suit category but in fashion itself. We represent fashion and beauty, so it would make sense to dress fashionably and make sure your hair, nails, and makeup are beautiful. You should wear a comfortable dress shirt, pants/skirt, and dress shoes. Show style and your per-sonal beauty when you dress and you will be sure to impress during your interview. In too many salons today I see lazy, sloppy attire and wonder when they achieved the level of laziness that they portray to their clients. Top-rated salons have a dress code, whether it be a uniform or nice dress clothes. They didnt get to be top-rated or successful by letting their staff dress in jeans, shorts, and tank tops. You have to show your clients that you care about the way you look in order for them to be confident that you can create a look for them. So ditch the T-shirts and sweats at the salon, and dress to impress your clients. When they walk in and see you dressed like you have an important meeting they will be talking about you to others all day. Amy Davis is the founder/CEO of NEMCEA (Nails, Esthetics, Massage & Cosmetology Employment Agency, www.facebook.com/nemcea).

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WHERE DO YOU LIVE?

which title best DESCRIBES YOUR POSITION?Nail technician/booth renter 23.0%Nail technician/employee 14.9% Salon owner (doing nails) 30.1%Salon owner (not doing nails) 3.6%Salon manager/nail dept. manager (doing nails) 6.1%Salon manager/nail dept.manager (not doing nails) 1.4%Student/apprentice

6.3%Cosmetologist 7.3%Other 7.3%

25 or younger 7.9% 26-30 10.8% 31-35 16.6% 36-40 18.3% 41-45 12.7% 46-50 14.5% Over 50 19.2%

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One of the most fascinating aspects of the professional nail industry is its ethnic diversity, especially the dominance of Vietnamese salons. To see statistics on the Vietnamese nail industry, including stories about how the Vietnamese became such powerful players, go to www.nailsmag.com/vietstats.

ETHNICITY

97%female

3%male

Vietnamese 45%

Caucasian 33%

Hispanic 10%

African-American 9%Korean

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1%

HOW OLD ARE YOU?

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Features Editor Judy [email protected]

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41 INDUSTRY STATISTICSThe nail industry got a huge shot of adrenaline with the introduction of over 30 new gel-polish brands in the past 18 months. Service growth in salons topped $7 billion, and the outlook for 2012 is robust. The nail industry has a nice, rosy glow of good economic health. Our annual industry statistics section outlines areas for growth, top trends, and a detailed look at the web-savviness of nail technicians.

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ON MY MINDEditor Hannah Lee creates a to-do list for making the most of this years Big Book.

STATE BOARD DIRECTORYThis years updated comprehensive guide includes guidelines on licensing and educational requirements in the U.S. and U.S. Territories, as well as what nail techs can and cannot do in the salon.

SALON SAFETY GUIDELINES These safety and sanitation guidelines have been updated to include criteria for disposable products, new foot spa cleaning guidelines, and other general salon safety rules.

MARKETERS DIRECTORYWhether youre looking for a new product or need some technical help with an old favorite, nd every major nail industry marketer in this comprehensive directory. This handy guide lets you reach marketers by mail, online, or via toll-free phone call.

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION DIRECTORYAre you a joiner or just looking for industry expertise? Find the group youre looking for in our directory of the major associations serving the nail and beauty industries.

CONSULTANTS DIRECTORYLooking for someone to help you overhaul your business? Or just looking for someone to help you with branding? Find a consultant or agency to help take your salons business to the next level.

ADVERTISERS INDEXA complete listing of the advertisers in the 2011-2012 Big Book.

WEBSITE SHOWCASE (paid advertising section) Looking online for nail industry information? Try browsing these information- and resource- lled websites.

TO-DO LISTAre you plagued by an ever-growing to-do list? We feel your pain. We gured youd relate to our list below (or that it might remind you of something you forgot to put on yours).

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Youve Got More Questions. Weve Got More Answers.

Find Educational Events Near You.Our online events calendar is sortable by event type, topics, companies, locations, and dates, making it easy to nd relevant training opportunities near you. You can even post your own professional beauty event by click-ing on the post your event button.www.nailsmag.com/events/upcoming

Show the World Your Nail Art Gallery.Nail Art Gallery is a social networking/photo sharing site that allows you to do more to showcase your art, as well as browse and get inspired by other artists work. You can create a personal pro le, become a fan of other nail artists, and upload all of your nail art photos in one easy-to-share place.

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mag.com.comFind everything youre looking for on www.nailsmag.com. Whether youre

researching, shopping, or designing, youll nd inspiration and answers at our website.

log on every day to

Bookmark the NAILS Encyclopedia.A reference tool written speci cally for nail techs, our online encyclopedia has explanations, photos, and links to must-read articles about nail diseases and disorders, specialized terms pertaining to nail art and design, histories of the top companies and nail professionals, product ingredients, and much more.www.nailsmag.com/encyclopedia

Find a Blog that Matches Your Interest.Our nail bloggers are outspoken experts in their elds. Check in on them regularly, challenge them, and comment. With nine blogs on an assortment of subjects from a nail art design a day to the struggles of opening a new salon to aspiring nail techs blogging about beauty school youre sure to nd a blog (or two) that you want to follow.www.nailsmag.com/blogs

AQANDIf you didnt nd the FAQ you were looking for in The NAILS Hotline, then you may want to poke around our online Q&A section. We have over 700 questions and answers archived on our site, and we add more with each monthly issue of the magazine.

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Get Nail News in Your Inbox.Sign up to get our free e-newsletters. The Latest From NAILS keeps you in-the-know with the latest stories from NailsMag.com. Special Off ers off ers great deals for products or services via e-mail from NAILS Magazine or our partners.www.nailsmag.com/enews/signup

Dont ever miss a copy of NAILS Magazine. We off er print and digital subscriptions, plus easy renewals via our website.www.nailsmag.com/subscribewww.nailsmag.com/renew

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state board directory

Babying your fa

ce is not the onl

y way

to maintain you

r youthful appea

rance.

Hands and feet,

like your dcolle

t, also

can show tell-ta

le signs of aging

. Here are

some helpful tips

for keeping han

ds and

feet looking you

thful.

Keep yourself

well moisturiz

ed. As

you age, your sk

in begins to thin

and

become dry, so

it is especially im

portant

to keep your sk

in well hydrated

. Apply a

collagen-rich lot

ion that absorb

s and

penetrates into

the skin daily on

hands,

feet, and any o

ther part of you

r body

that feels dry.

Visit your nail t

echnician regula

rly.

Dont let too mu

ch time go by be

tween

nail appointmen

ts. Visit your nail

technician

at least every two

weeks for a man

icure

and at least once

a month for a p

edicure.

Keep your nai

ls well protect

ed. Just

as skin becomes

thin and dries o

ut with

age, nails tend

to become mor

e brittle.

Protect them fro

m the damagin

g effects

of the sun by a

pplying a top co

at with a

built-in sunscree

n. And dont fo

rget

about polish, w

hich helps prote

ct nails as

well. Moisturize

nails and cuticle

s with a

daily dose of cu

ticle oil. Your na

il tech

may also recom

mend a moistu

re-

replenishing na

il treatment.

Maintain a you

thful glow. As

we get

older, its not un

common for br

own

spots to start ap

pearing, especia

lly on

our hands. And

all those years

in the sun

can make hands

look more wrin

kled

than youd pref

er. Ask your nail

tech for

a skin-lightenin

g treatment you

can use

at home, which

will help diminis

h the

look of age spo

ts. Also, dont fo

rget to

apply sunblock t

o protect your d

elicate

skin from the har

sh effects of the

sun.

Take care of yo

ur feet.Toenails

receive

daily abuse thro

ugh ill-fitting sh

oes and

moisture. Alwa

ys dry your feet w

ell and

check between

the toes for cra

cks and

dryness, which

allow bacteria to

grow,

increasing the ris

k of infection.

Use a nail brush

and a mild scrub

to

gently remove b

uild up and dea

d skin

cells from your

feet. If your feet

are

susceptible to in

fection or persp

iration,

apply talc conta

ining cornstarch

or

baking soda. C

otton socks will

also help

to absorb mois

ture and draw it

away

from the foot a

rea.

Take your hand

s and feet for a

dip.

Even if youre no

t scheduled for a

nail

appointment, y

ou may want to

stop by

the salon for a q

uick paraffin dip

,

especially if you

suffer from arth

ritis or

have very dry sk

in.

Baby your nails

. While you sho

uld

leave most of th

e work for your

nail

technician, you

can file your na

ils at

home. Always u

se a fine-grit file

, which

can range from

a 240-400 grit,

and

gently file in on

e direction. Nev

er file

nails in a back-a

nd-forth motion

, as this

can cause your

nails to fray and

split.

Keep bacteria

away. Half of pe

ople

over age 65 suf

fer from fungal

infections

on their feet. He

lp prevent that b

y using

an antimicrobial

cuticle oil and ba

se coat

to protect again

st yeast, fungus

, mold,

and bacteria.

If youre sick, s

tay at home. If

you

have a contagio

us skin or nail dis

ease,

wait until it clea

rs before visiting

the

salon again. If sy

mptoms persist,

make

an appointment

with a dermato

logist.

Know what you

have. Allergic

reactions to nail

products are

uncommon, but

its important to

be able

to detect if you

have one. Allerg

ic

reactions are ch

aracterized by re

dness,

itching, and swe

lling around the

nails, or

irritation around

the eyes and m

outh.

Call your doctor

if you develop a

ny of

these symptoms

.

Personal Recom

mendations:

______________

______________

______

______________

______________

______

______________

______________

______

______________

______________

______

Attention nail

technicians:

Client handouts

are a great wa

y to educate you

r

client and keep

her coming back

for your skill an

d

expertise. Feel f

ree to make cop

ies of this page

to

give clients. For

a personal touch

, attach your

business card h

ere before makin

g copies.

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TIPSfor the H

ands and Feet

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As an artist, you know that 1 + 1 doesnt always equal 2. Sometimes, it equalssomething even greater. Weve asked several nail artists to combine the mostbasic nail art strokes with a little bit of creative addition to create designs thatare even easier than grade-school math.

leaf stroke

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ribbon stroke

comma stroke C stroke

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wave

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Protecting the Health

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UPDATED MARCH 2007

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Get your questions answered. This year, weve included a special section called The NAILS Hotline. In it, weve taken some of our most frequently asked questions (FAQ) and asked industry experts to answer them for you. From questions about style, business, health, and technique, to common questions about the magazine itself, weve got answers. In addition, many of the top product manufacturers have included their own FAQ in this section. Turn to page 85 to get the answers.

See how you measure up to the industry standards. NAILS has built a reputation of providing the most complete industry research available. We study the business to learn how things are being done currently and what trends are on the horizon. We are watching not only how big our industry is, but what youre charging for services, what you pay for booth rental, and where you buy products and advertise your services. NAILS Industry Statistics are used throughout the year by news agencies big and small, as well as by product manufacturers, who look for insights on how to market their products. Salon owners have told us that its our data that they bring to the bank when theyre putting together a loan application or looking for investors. See how you t into the bigger picture on page 44.

Refresh your knowledge of salon sanitation and safety. Properly cleaning your implements, pedicure spas, and your salon space is probably one of the most important things you can do to ensure you are keeping your clients safe and avoiding unnecessary salon nes. Flip to page 73 to make sure youre doing everything thats required in terms of keeping things clean at the salon.

Check in with your state board. We contact every state board each year to see if theyve updated anything relevant to the practice of nails, including the number of continuing education hours required, whether home and mobile salons are allowed, and reciprocity policies with other states. Use the end of the year as a time to see if any-thing has changed from last year, especially if youre considering a move to a new state or thinking about moving your business to your home. The State Board Directory starts on page 20.

Research a new service option. Havent yet added gel-polish to your menu and daunted by the number of options available? We have a listing of all of the top nail product manufacturers with key contact information. Use this to jump online and start your research. The Marketers Directory starts on page 126.

Sure I can be a bit, umm, obsessive when it comes to my lists and marking things off . But why dont you try keeping lists for yourself? Youll see just how much youve accomplished and hopefully your lists will help you stay on task in todays busy salon life. And if you want to share your lists with me, shoot me a picture of your actual to-do list and lets compare! You can reach me at [email protected].

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I make endless lists (at work, at home, in the car) and get an almost obscene amount of happiness from checking things off my lists (I even draw my own check-off boxes on my lists). I reorganize the longer-term lists as they become overcrowded or as I work my way through them, and at any given time Im likely to have at least ve lists going.

The Big Book gave me lots of material for my lists. I actually have a completely separate to-do list for my Big Book tasks. Theres a lot of organization involved in preparing this special issue, lots of numbers that need to be checked and double-checked. Making lists helps me stay focused on all the little tasks that have to get done before the Big Book is ready for YOU.

In the spirit of my love for lists, I thought I would give you a to-do list of your own to help you get maximum bene t out of the eff ort weve put into The Big Book.

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Every year we update the State Board Directory by calling, faxing, and e-mailing state boards directly. Material is based on their responses, website data, last years published information, and other public sources. Not all information could be confirmed directly by the state board before publication. Those states that did not verify their information are noted with a *. It is very important

that nail technicians be cognizant of their states guidelines and follow them to the letter for their and their clients safety. Use this guide to get in touch with your state board, check on regulation updates, and to compare your state with others. We suggest you consult the board directly before making any critical decisions like planning a move to another state.

u.s. licensing and educational data

alabama www.aboc.state.al.us Alabama Board of CosmetologyAddress: 100 N. Union #320 RSA Union Building Montgomery, AL 36130Phone: (334) 242-1918; (800) 815-7453 Fax: (334) 242-1926 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must be licensed for at least ve years or have passed a board-approved practical and written exam. If licensed less than ve years or have not passed a board-approved exam, may have to take a practical and written exam.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No, only for master manicurists or manicurist instructors License Renewal: Last day of birth month, odd years Number of Hours: 8 within renewal period for master manicurist or 16 within renewal period for manicurist instructorIs Skin Cutting Allowed? The use of callus razors is prohibited.

alaska commerce.alaska.gov/occ/pbah.htmAlaska Board of Barbers and HairdressersAddress: P.O. Box 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-0806Phone: (907) 465-2547 Fax: (907) 465-2974 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must provide veri cation of training, examination, and licensure in another state, or meet Alaskas licensing requirements.Examination Languages: English, Vietnamese, Spanish, KoreanLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Shop must be licensed.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Aug. 31, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

arizona www.azboc.govArizona Board of CosmetologyAddress: 1721 E. Broadway Tempe, AZ 85282-1611Phone: (480) 784-4539 Fax: (480) 784-4962 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must hold a current license in good standing from another state whose licensing requirements are equivalent to Arizonas; applicant is required to take a board-approved nail technician exam, depending on the state. Applicant must also complete an infection protection and law class given at the Board offi ce before license approval.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Birth date, annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No tool, machine, or razor-edged instrument designed to pierce the dermis or to remove calluses is permitted; nippers shall ony be used to remove loose cuticles.

arkansas www.arkansas.gov/cosDepartment of Health, Cosmetology SectionAddress: 4815 W. Markham, Slot 8 Little Rock, AR 72205Phone: (501) 682-2168 Fax: (501) 682-5640 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Provided the practicioner is 18 (16 for manicurist), holds a current license from another state with equivalent licensing requirements, has passed both a written and practical national exam, and takes the Arkansas State Law exam.Examination Languages: Written (English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean), Practical (English)Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: N/ACEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Birth date, biannuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? May cut cuticles only.

manicurist/advanced manicurist

yes, must be licensed

12 or 250 for advanced manicurist

yes, must meet state

requirements and licensure

nail technician yes600 yes

manicurist no600 yes, with business license

manicurist/master manicurist/

managing manicurist

noyes, if requirements

are met

750 or 1,200apprenticeship hours

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california www.barbercosmo.ca.govCalifornia State Board of Barbering and CosmetologyAddress: 2420 Del Paso Rd. #100 Sacramento, CA 95834 P.O. Box 944226 Sacramento, CA 94244-2260Phone: (916) 574-7570 Fax: (916) 575-7281 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have a current, valid license in good standing from another state and have been actively practicing nail technology for 3 of the last 5 years.Examination Languages: English; for both the written and/or practical examinations, examinees may use an interpreter if prior permission received. National Written (English, Vietnamese, Spanish)Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: N/ACEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Prohibits the use (or even the presence within an establishment) of any razor-edged or other dice or tool designed to remove calluses. Additionally, when providing a manicure or pedicure, no metal instrument shall be used except those necessary for the cutting, trimming, manicuring, or pedicuring of nails or cuticles.

colorado www.dora.state.co.us/barbers_cosmetologistsColorado Offi ce of Barber and Cosmetology LicensureAddress: 1560 Broadway #1350 Denver, CO 80202Phone: (303) 894-7772 Fax: (303) 894-2310 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have a valid license from a jurisdiction that imposes licensing requirements substantially equal to or greater than Colorados.Examination Languages: English Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: No.CEU Required? Manicurists must get trained and certi ed on the use of electric les. Also, a 6-hour certi cate of training authorizes a licensed manicurist to wax elbow to ngertip and knee to top of toes only. Number of Hours: 8 License Renewal: Every 2 years on March 31, even yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Nippers may be used to trim cuticles; razor-type callus shavers are prohibited; an electric le may be used after advanced training.

connecticut www.dph.state.ct.usConnecticut Examining Board for Barbers, Hairdressers, and CosmeticiansAddress: 410 Capitol Ave., M.S. 13PHO P.O. Box 340308 Hartford, CT 06134-0308Phone: (860) 509-7648 Fax: (860) 509-7553 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: N/AExamination Languages: N/ALicensing/Ownership Restrictions: No state regulations; laws are based on local regulation. No licensure/certi cation required for nail techs in CT.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: N/AIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No cutting nail beds, corns, and calluses or other medical treatment involving the foot or ankle.

delaware www.dpr.delaware.gov/boards/cosmetologyDelaware Board of Cosmetology and BarberingAddress: Cannon Building, 861 Silver Lake Blvd. #203 Dover, DE 19904Phone: (302) 744-4500 Fax: (302) 739-2711 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have passed a written and practical exam and have 300 classroom/600 apprentice hours or have worked at least one year if state has less-stringent requirements.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Shops and salons must be registered and comply with Division of Public Health standards.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: March 31, even yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Electric nail les and electric drills are not to be used on natural nails.

district of columbiawww.dcra.dc.govDistrict of Columbia Cosmetology & BarberingAddress: 1100 4th St. S.W. #500E Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 442-4320 Fax: (202) 698-4329 E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: All states with equal requirements. Must show proof of successfully completed NIC exam.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, VietnameseLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must have manager license to open salon and hold a certi cate of good standing for a corporation or LCC.CEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 6 per 2-year cycle License Renewal: April 15, even yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? The practice of manicuring shall include the cutting and trimming of cuticles, corns, or calluses, but shall not include any medical treatments.

manicurist yes, if specific licensing

requirementsare met

400 yes, if salon premises comply

with requirements

manicurist yes20 credit hours

yes

no license required for manicures or pedicures

yes1,500 for hairdresser/cosmeticianand barber licensure

yes

nailtechnician

no300 classroom/600 apprentice

yes

manicurist (nail tech)

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f loridawww.my oridalicense.comFlorida Board of CosmetologyAddress: 1940 N. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783Phone: (850) 487-1395 Fax: (850) 487-9529 E-mail: [email protected]. .us Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Will endorse another states license if requirements are more stringent than, or equal to, Floridas.Examination Languages: English, SpanishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must have licensed nail specialist on duty at all times.CEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 16 hours per renewal period License Renewal: Every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Laws do not prohibit the use of certain tools, but procedures must be non-invasive.

georgiawww.sos.ga.gov/plb/cosmetologyGeorgia State Board of CosmetologyAddress: 237 Coliseum Dr. Macon, GA 31217-3858Phone: (478) 207-2440 Fax: (866) 888-1176 E-mail: N/A Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Where similar reciprocity is extended to Georgia and where licensure requirements are substantially equal to those in Georgia. (Reciprocity denied to licensees from AK, PA, MD, MA, ME, SC, and VA.) Reciprocity granted to FL, DC, and CT applicants with date of licensure before 1986; granted to NY ap-plicants with a date of licensure before June 1, 2001; granted to IL and HI applicants with a date of licensure before December 1984; granted to CA applicants with license after 2009; and granted to IN, IA, MS, MT, and NE applicants with license prior to 2004.Examination Languages: English; translators are not permittedLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must ensure licensed person is in salon during business hours.CEU Required? Yes; techs with 25 years of experience or techs with proven hardships may request a waiver. Number of Hours: 5 hours per renewal period; instructors: 15 hours License Renewal: Aug. 31, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Razor-like implements such as the Credo blade shall not be used.

hawaiiwww.hawaii.gov/dcca/areas/pvl/boards/barberHawaii Board of Barbering and CosmetologyAddress: 335 Merchant St., Room 301 Honolulu, HI 96813Phone: (808) 586-3000 Fax: (808) 586-2689 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must be licensed for at least one year; license will only be recognized for hours received, so techs may need to ful ll additional hours to equal Hawaiis requirements.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: No; however, there must be licensed beauty operators present in every category that the shop provides. CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Dec. 31, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

idahowww.ibol.idaho.govIdaho State Board of CosmetologyAddress: 700 W. State St. P.O. Box 83720 Boise, ID 83720-0063Phone: (208) 334-3233 Fax: (208) 334-3945 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: For states with same requirements or current license and three years experience immediately prior to application.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Birth date, annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

illinois www.idfpr.com/profs/info/nailtech.aspIllinois Division of Financial and Professional RegulationAddress: 320 W. Washington St., 4th Flr. Spring eld, IL 62786Phone: (217) 785-0800 Fax: (217) 782-7645 E-mail: N/A Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: An applicant who holds a nail technician license under the laws of another jurisdiction may be granted a license if its licensing requirements were, at the date of licensure, substantially equivalent to the requirements in force in Illinois. All applicants for initial licensure must pass Illinois nail tech exam. Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 10 hours per renewal period License Renewal: Oct. 31, even yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Nail technicians are prohibited from using techniques, products, and practices intended to aff ect the living layers of skin.

nail specialist yes, must meet all salon requirements

240 yes, must be in a dedicated area with a separate

entrance

nail technician/apprentice

no525 or 1,050 apprenticeship

hours

yes, if specific requirements

are met

nail technician yes; however, must pass dept. of health inspection and meet

all requirements of Board

350 or 700apprenticeship

hours

yes; however, must pass dept. of health inspection and meet

all requirements of Board

nail technician no400 classroom or800 apprentice

yes, in dedicated

area

nail technician yes, if requirements

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350 yes, if requirements

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indianawww.in.gov/plaIndiana State Board of Cosmetology ExaminersAddress: 402 W. Washington, Room W072 Indianapolis, IN 46204Phone: (317) 234-3031 Fax: (317) 233-4236 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have a valid license in good standing from a jurisdiction that imposes licensing requirements substantially equal to or greater than Indianas. Upon approval by the board, manicurists reciprocating from another jurisdiction that does not impose substantially equivalent education requirements may substitute licensed practice in another jurisdiction for required education hours if the state of origin has at least a 300-hour requirement, one year of experience will count toward 100 hours.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, VietnameseLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Every 4 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Credo blades are not allowed; cuticle nippers are OK.

iowawww.idph.state.ia.us/licensureIowa Board of Cosmetology Examiners Dept. of Public Health/Professional LicensureAddress: 321 E. 12th St. Lucas Bldg., 5th Floor Des Moines, IA 50319-0075Phone: (515) 281-4416 Fax: (515) 281-3121 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Each application looked at on an individual basis; must have license in another jurisdiction and have been licensed for at least 12 of the past 24 months. Applicant must also provide proof of successful completion of national written exam.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must apply for a salon license. CEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 8 per renewal period License Renewal: March 31, every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Human tissue cannot be cut, shaped, vaporized, or otherwise structurally altered; cuticles may be cut.

kansaswww.kansas.gov/kboc Kansas Board of CosmetologyAddress: 714 S.W. Jackson St. #100 Topeka, KS 66603-3714Phone: (785) 296-3155 Fax: (785) 296-3002 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Kansas does not have reciprocity for nail technology licensure. Must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, must have a valid license, and must meet one of the following options: pass Kansas written and a practical exams OR have 350 education hours and pass the written exam only.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: None, unless there has been previous disciplinary action.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Biennial renewalIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Devices, tools, or instruments to remove calluses or skin blemishes are not allowed in any working area of an establishment or school; skin removal techniques that aff ect the living area of skin are prohibited. Cuticle nippers may be used.

kentuckywww.kbhc.ky.govKentucky State Board of Hairdressers & CosmetologistsAddress: 111 St. James Ct. #A Frankfort, KY 40601 Phone: (502) 564-4262 Fax: (502) 564-0481 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: NoExamination languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership restrictions: Must be licensed nail technician to manage nail salon, licensed cosmetologist for beauty salon. Out-of-state candidates must show proof of 2 years current experience and pass practical exam; in-state candidates must show proof of 600 hours.CEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 6 per renewal period License Renewal: July, annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Trimming and cutting of calluses is allowed only under supervision of a physician.

louisianawww.lsbc.louisiana.govLouisiana State Board of CosmetologyAddress: 11622 Sunbelt Ct. Baton Rouge, LA 70809Phone: (225) 756-3404; (866) 756-3404 Fax: (225) 756-3410 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have current license and pass Louisianas written, practical, and national theory exams. Reciprocity rights for all states that do not test with the NIC theory test are suspended.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Salon owner must be a licensed cosmetologist, esthetician, or manicurist, or have a licensed manager. CEU Required? Yes, for instructors Number of Hours: Instructors: 16 hours License Renewal: Annually, on birth date (manicurists); annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Credo blades are banned. on Jan. 1 (facilities)

manicurist yes, if specificlicensing

requirements are met

450 yes, as long as the salon has a separate entrance and is separated from the rest of

the residence by a substantial floor-to-ceiling partition.

nail technician no600 yes

manicurist yes, solely for the purpose of

performing services on chronically ill or

disabled clients

500 yes, must meet board requirements

nail technician no325 for nail technologist

yes

nail technician yes350 yes, if salon premises are in compliance

with board regulations



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mainewww.maine.gov/professionallicensing Maine Barbering & Cosmetology ProgramAddress: 35 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333Phone: (207) 624-8579; (207) 624-8563 (TTY) Fax: (207) 624-8637 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have a valid license from a state that imposes licensing requirements substantially equal to Maines, including state level written and practical exams. Reciprocity rights for all states that do not test with the NIC theory test have been suspended.Examination Languages: The written test is available in any language off ered by the NIC.Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No, only if you have instructor authority on license. Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Oct. 31, annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

marylandwww.dllr.state.md.us/license/cosMaryland State Board of CosmetologistsAddress: 500 N. Calvert St., Room 201 Baltimore, MD 21202-3651Phone: (410) 230-6320 Fax: (410) 244-0977 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: With valid license, equal or greater training and testing.Examination Languages: English (may use pre-approved word-for-word dictionary on a need-only basis only with state board approval). Interpreters are not allowed.Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: Salon owners license required.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Issuance date, every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Prohibited from removing corns, calluses or other growths of the skin, such as warts, by cutting.

massachusettswww.mass.gov/dpl/boards/hd Massachusetts Board of Registration of CosmetologistsAddress: 1000 Washington St. #710 Boston, MA 02118-6100Phone: (617) 727-9940 Fax: (617) 727-1627 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: No examination necessary if you have a current license. You must submit an offi cial transcript from your school to verify your hours and enrollment dates if you have not taken a state board exam. (All out-of-state and out-of-country candidates must take both the practical and written exams.)Examination Languages: English only interpreters, dictionaries, and other translating devices are not allowed. Spanish and Vietnamese available for written exam.Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must have at least one licensed cosmetologist or manicurist manager present to supervise no more than three licensed personnel; booth renters must also have speci c licenses depending on type of salon/spa where space is rented.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Birth date, every 1-2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Manicurist can cut cuticles.

michiganwww.michigan.gov/cosmetologyMichigan State Board of CosmetologyAddress: P.O. Box 30244 Lansing, MI 48909Phone: (517) 241-8720 Fax: (517) 373-1044 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: All states and countries with equal requirements; licensed work experience ( gured at a ratio of 100 hours per six months of experi-ence) can be substituted.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: The applicant must speak English.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Aug. 31, every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? It is illegal to use or possess a blade in the practice of manicuring or pedicuring.

minnesotawww.bceboard.state.mn.usMinnesota Board of Cosmetologist ExaminersAddress: 2829 University Ave. S.E. #710 Minneapolis, MN 55414Phone: (651) 201-2742; (800) 657-3978 Fax: (612) 617-2601 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have 350 hours of instruction (missing hours may be made up in a Minnesota school) and pass written exam. High school diploma or equivalent required, as well as letter of license veri cation from state of origin and proof of test taken in applicants previous state. Applicants must also pass a test of Minnesota state laws.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, KoreanLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must designate a manager who has a cosmetologist or manicurist manager license; manager may not manage more than one salon at a time.CEU Required? Only instructors Number of Hours: Instructors: 45 each license cycle License Renewal: Dec. 31, every 3 years. Is Skin Cutting Allowed? Credo blades are not allowed. (Licensee must work at least 1,800 hours during each 3-year term or 400 hours each year (part-time), or must attend 40 hours refresher courses.)

nail technician yes, must have license200 or 400apprenticeship hours

yes, must have license

manicurist no100 yes, must have license and must meet zoning

requirements

manicurist no400 yes

manicurist/manicurist salon

manager

no350 hours yes

nail technician no250 or 8 monthsof apprenticeship

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mississippi www.msbc.state.ms.usMississippi State Board of CosmetologyAddress: P.O. Box 55689 Jackson, MS 39296-5689Phone: (601) 354-5315 Fax: (601) 354-6639 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Mississippi state examination required.Examination Languages: English onlyLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No, only for instructors and master cosmetologists Number of Hours: Instructors: 24 hours every renewal period License Renewal: Every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No

missouriwww.pr.mo.gov/cosbar.asp Missouri State Board of Cosmetology and Barber ExaminersAddress: 3605 Missouri Blvd. P.O. Box 1062 Jeff erson City, MO 65102 Phone: (573) 751-1052; (866) 762-9432 Fax: (573) 751-8167 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Licensure requirements must be subsequently equal to or greater than the requirements in Missouri to be eligible. Eligible for exam score endorsement if out of state applicant has successfully taken NIC exam.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, VietnameseLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: N/ACEU Required? No, only for instructors Number of Hours: Instructors: 12, before renewal License Renewal: Sept. 30, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

montanawww.cosmetology.mt.gov Montana Board of Barbers and CosmetologistsAddress: 301 S. Park, 4th Flr. Helena, MT 59620-0513Phone: (406) 841-2335 Fax: (406) 841-2305 E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must be currently licensed and provide license history from each state; licensees state quali cations must be equal; must take and pass a national practical and written exam and be over 18 years of age.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No, only for instructors Number of Hours: 30 per renewal period License Renewal: Jan. 2 - Mar. 1, every other yearIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No cutting allowed

nebraskawww.dhhs.ne.gov/crl/mhcs/nailsindex.htmNebraska State Board of Cosmetology, Electrology, Esthetics, Nail Technology, and Body ArtAddress: 301 Centennial Mall S., 3rd Flr. P.O. Box 94986 Lincoln, NE 68509-4986Phone: (402) 471-2117 Fax: (402) 471-3577 E-mail: [email protected]/Licensure by Endorsement: Provided the practitioner is 17, has a high school diploma, holds a current license from another state with no disciplinary action, has completed 300 hours of nail tech studies, and has taken a written exam or has 12 months of practice as a nail technician following issuance of the license in another jurisdiction.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: If salon owner is the sole proprietor, the owner must be a U.S. citizen, an alien lawfully admitted into the U.S. who is eligible for a credential under the Uniform Credentialing Act, or a nonimmigrant lawfully present in U.S. and eligible for credential under the Uniform Credentialing Act. CEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 8 hours per renewal period License Renewal: Dec. 31, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Nail technology does not include cutting nail beds, corns, or calluses or medical treatment involving the feet, hands, or nails.

nevadawww.cosmetology.nv.govNevada State Board of CosmetologyAddress: 1785 E. Sahara Ave. #255 Las Vegas, NV 89104Phone: (702) 486-6542 Fax: (702) 369-8064 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Proof of passed national written examination or proof of licensure from another state.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, KoreanLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Licensed cosmetologist must be in charge during business hours.CEU Required? No, instructors only Number of Hours: Instructors: 30 hours License Renewal: Birth date, biannuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No

manicurist no350 yes, must meet requirements

manicurist no350/pass exam with 75% or higher

yes

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manicurist no400 yes, must meet salon regulations



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new hampshirewww.state.nh.us/cosmet New Hampshire Board of Barbering, Cosmetology and EstheticsAddress: 2 Industrial Park Dr. #2 Concord, NH 03301Phone: (603) 271-3608 Fax: (603) 271-8889 E-mail: N/A Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have licensure from a state with requirements more stringent than, or equal to, New Hampshires.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: If the owner is not a licensed cosmetologist, barber, or esthetician, must employ a licensed cosmetologist, barber, manicurist, or esthetician as manager. Employed manager must have a license and a minimum one year of experience.CEU Required? No, instructors only Number of Hours: Instructors: 28 hours License Renewal: Birth month, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? May cut cuticles only.

new jerseywww.state.nj.us/lps/ca/cosmetology New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and HairstylingAddress: P.O. Box 45003 Newark, NJ 07101Phone: (973) 504-6400 Fax: (973) 504-6477 E-mail: askconsumeraff [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: High school diploma or GED, plus 300 school hours.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Salon owners must employ a manager with a minimum three years of experience.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Renewable bienially, license expires September 30 of the next even numbered year following the date of license issuance.Is Skin Cutting Allowed? The use of Credo blades, skin scrapers, lancets, or other comparable instruments is prohibited.

new mexicowww.rld.state.nm.us/barberscosmetologists/index.htmlNew Mexico Barbers and Cosmetologists BoardAddress: 2550 Cerrillos Rd. P.O. Box 25101 Santa Fe, NM 87505Phone: (505) 476-4690 Fax: (505) 476-4665 E-mail: barber&[email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: 350 hours veri able work experience for manicurist-pedicurist license; 600 school hours/600 hours veri able work experience for manicurist-esthetician license; may receive up to 150 hours of credit for six full months of experience.Examination Languages: English, Spanish; state-certi ed and board-chosen interpreter is allowed at the applicants expense.Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: In a full-service salon, the owner or manager must be a licensed cosmetologist.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Birth month, annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Shall not treat an obviously infected ingrown toenail or use any technique involving mechanical penetration of the skin beneath a callus or corn.

new yorkwww.dos.state.ny.us New York Dept. of State, Division of Licensing ServicesAddress: Alfred E. Smith State Offi ce Bldg., 80 S. Swan St. P.O. Box 22001 Albany, NY 12201-2001Phone: (518) 474-4429 Fax: (518) 473-6648 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must provide evidence of compliance with current states licensing standards, which are not lower than New Yorks (providing that such state extends similar reciprocity to NY licensees) or satisfactory evidence that the applicant has practiced for a minimum of 5 years.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, JapaneseLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Applicant must meet statutory requirements for obtaining a business license.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Date of issuance, every 4 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? The use of chamois buff ers, pumice stones, and Credo blades are prohibited.

north carolinawww.nccosmeticarts.com North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Art ExaminersAddress: 1201 Front St. #110 Raleigh, NC 27609Phone: (919) 733-4117 Fax: (919) 733-4127 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must hold current license, taken state board-approved or national exam, and license must be in good standing.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, VietnameseLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 8, unless 60 years old with 10 years or more experience License Renewal: AnnuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Shavers and blades are prohibited.

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hours

yes, must be licensed as a shop

manicurist no300 no

manicurist-pedicurist

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nail specialist yes, but licenseemust hold an appearance

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north dakota www.ndcosmetology.comNorth Dakota State Board of CosmetologyAddress: 1102 S. Washington St. #200 P.O. Box 2177 Bismarck, ND 58502 Phone: (701) 224-9800 Fax: (701) 222-8756 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must pass North Dakota examination on sanitation and practices and cosmetology law; license must be in good standing; current states license must have requirements substantially equal to North Dakota.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must have a master manicurist or licensed manager/operator present during business hours.CEU Required? No; instructors only Number of Hours: Instructors: 8 hours per year License Renewal: Dec. 31, annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Nothing invasive

ohiowww.cos.ohio.govOhio State Board of CosmetologyAddress: 1929 Gateway Cir. Grove City, OH 43123Phone: (614) 466-3834 Fax: (614) 644-6880 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: NoExamination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: No; however, salon must be licensed.CEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 8 per renewal period (every 2 years) License Renewal: Jan. 31, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Cuticle nippers are OK; callus removal can only be performed with a foot le.

oklahomawww.cosmo.ok.govOklahoma Board of CosmetologyAddress: 2401 N.W. 23rd St. #84 Oklahoma City, OK 73107Phone: (405) 521-2441 Fax: (405) 521-2440 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have 3 years licensed experience with state of origin, proof of at least 600 school hours, and score no less than 75% on the state board exam.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Birth month, annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

oregonwww.oregon.gov/ohla/cosOregon Health Licensing Agency Board of CosmetologyAddress: 700 Summer St. N.E. #320 Salem, OR 97301-1287Phone: (503) 378-8667 Fax: (503) 585-9114 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Yes, with current equivalent license from another state and passage of the Oregon Laws and Rules exam and Nail Technology Exam.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: No CEU Required? No, but training in lieu of civic nes Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Date of issuance, every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

pennsylvaniawww.dos.state.pa.us/cosmetPennsylvania State Board of CosmetologyAddress: 2601 N. Third St. P.O. Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17110 Phone: (717) 783-7130 Fax: (717) 705-5540 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Reciprocity with all states except AL, CA, CT, CO, FL, GA, HI, MS, NJ, NM, RI, SC, TN, UT, and WV. Must have 2 years licensed experience with current state.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, KoreanLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Jan. 31, even yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Licensing does not include the removal of corns and calluses, but does include the removal of thin, dry skin for cosmetic purposes with a pumice stone or similar non-metal instrument. Cuticle nippers are allowed.

manicurist no350 yes, must be approved and licensed by board


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manicurist 600 yes no

nail technician 600 yes no

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rhode island www.health.state.ri.usRhode Island Board of Hairdressing and BarberingAddress: 3 Capitol Hill, Room 104 Providence, RI 02908Phone: (401) 222-2827 Fax: (401) 222-1272 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: If licensees state license requirements are equivalent to those of Rhode Island; must have passed a written and practical exam.Examination Languages: English, SpanishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Owner/operator must speak English or Spanish.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Sept. 30, every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? The use of a razor-blade callus shaver is prohibited.

south carolinawww.llr.state.sc.us/pol/cosmetologySouth Carolina Board of CosmetologyAddress: 110 Centerview Dr. #201 P.O. Box 11329 Columbia, SC 29211-1329Phone: (803) 896-0226 Fax: (803) 896-4484 E-mail: [email protected]/Licensure by Endorsement: With equal or greater requirements, must pass written and practical examinations, and must have taken a national exam.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Owner must designate licensed manager.CEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 12 hours per renewal period License Renewal: March 10 each year; however, Is Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions, but nail technicians are discouraged from using Credo blades. individuals may apply for a 2 year renewal period instead

south dakotadlr.sd.gov/bdcomm/cosmetSouth Dakota Cosmetology CommissionAddress: 500 E. Capitol Pierre, SD 57501Phone: (605) 773-6193 Fax: (605) 773-7175 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: All states with equal requirements; applicants may add work experience hours (ratio of 2:1 hours of education) for up to 200 hours.Examination Languages: English, VietnameseLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No Number of Hours: 8 hours in electric drill training (one-time certi cation) License Renewal: Birth date, annually; salon Is Skin Cutting Allowed? Cutting and use of callus shavers are prohibited. license (on anniversary)

tennesseewww.state.tn.us/commerce/boards/cosmoTennessee State Board of CosmetologyAddress: 500 James Robertson Pkwy., Room 130 Nashville, TN 37243-0565Phone: (615) 741-2515; (800) 480-9285 Fax: (615) 741-6470 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must meet required classroom hours or provide a recent and consistent ve-year work history.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must speak English.CEU Required? No, only for instructors Number of Hours: Instructors: 16 hours every 2 years License Renewal: Date of issuance, every two years. Is Skin Cutting Allowed? Abrasion of the skin below the non-living epidermal layers shall not be performed.

texaswww.license.state.tx.us/cosmet/cosmet.htm Texas Dept. of Licensing & RegulationAddress: 920 Colorado P.O. Box 12157 Austin, TX 78701 Phone: (512) 463-6599; (800) 803-9202 (TX only) Fax: (512) 463-9468 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Endorsement will be granted to a licensee from another state or country that has standards or work experience substantially equivalent to Texas.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese for written and practical.Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? Yes Number of Hours: 6 per renewal period (2 sanitation, 2 rules and laws, 2 other topics) License Renewal: Every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Instruments used to purposefully cut the skin, such as Credo blades, are prohibited.

manicurist no300 yes, premises must comply with board

regulations

nail technician no300 yes, if they are licensed as a salon; must be separate from living quarters and have separate entrance

nail technician no400 yes, must comply with state criteria


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utahwww.dopl.utah.govUtah Board of CosmetologyAddress: 160 E. 300 South P.O. Box 146741 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741Phone: (801) 530-6628 Fax: (801) 530-6511 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Endorsement is available to those who meet or exceed Utahs hourly requirement and have passed either the national examinations, another states examinations, or Utahs examinations for both theory and practical within one year prior to the date of application.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? Only for instructors Number of Hours: Instructors: 24 hours per licensing period License Renewal: Sept. 30, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Cannot penetrate stratum cornium of skin.

vermontwww.vtprofessionals.orgVermont Offi ce of Professional Regulation Board of Barbers and CosmetologistsAddress: National Life Building North, Flr. 2 Montpelier, VT 05620-3402Phone: (802) 828-1134 Fax: (802) 828-2465 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Extended to those who meet state requirements; must be currently licensed or actively practicing for the three years immediately preceding application or have at least one year of experience with no less than 1,500 hours; reciprocity extended to other applicants if board determines experience and compe-tency is suffi cient.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must speak English.CEU Required? No, only for instructors Number of Hours: Instructors: 24 hours per licensing period License Renewal: Nov. 30, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

virginiawww.state.va.us/dpor Virginia Board for Barbers & CosmetologyAddress: 9960 Mayland Dr. Richmond, VA 23233-1485Phone: (804) 367-8509 Fax: (804) 527-4295 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Any person currently licensed in another state or U.S. jurisdiction and its territories who has completed both a training program and a written and practical exam that is substantially equivalent to Virginia may be issued a license without examination.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean for the theory portion; English only for the practical portion.Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: NoCEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Issuance date, every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

washingtonwww.dol.wa.gov/business/cosmetologyWashington Dept. of Licensing, Cosmetology ProgramAddress: P.O. Box 9026 Olympia, WA 98507-9058Phone: (360) 664-6626 Fax: (360) 664-2550 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Provide current veri cation from licensees current state board and proof that you have passed state-approved written and practical examinations.Examination Languages: English, Vietnamese, Spanish, KoreanLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Salon shops are required to carry a minimum of $100,000 in public liability insurance.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Every 2 yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? No provisions

west virginiawww.wvbbc.orgWest Virginia State Board of Barbers & CosmetologistsAddress: 1201 Dunbar Ave. Dunbar, WV 25064 Phone: (304) 558-2924 Fax: (304) 558-3450 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have 400 hours of training (may receive credit for 25 hours for each month of employment) and must pass board-administered practical and national written examinations.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Salons must be managed by a person that has the license they are supervising.CEU Required? Yes, in 2012 Number of Hours: 4 License Renewal: Jan. 1, annuallyIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Clipping is allowed.

nail technician yes, but are licensed by local

jurisdiction rather than the division.

300 yes, but are licensed by local

jurisdiction rather than the division.

nail technician no400/600-900apprenticeship

hours

yes, with shop registration, must have separate entrance and

separate bathroom

nail technician yes150 yes

manicurist yes, with proper insurance and

licensing

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manicurist no400 yes, must comply with board regulations

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wisconsinwww.drl.state.wi.usWisconsin Barbering and Cosmetology Examining BoardAddress: P.O. Box 8935 Madison, WI 53708-8935 Phone: (608) 266-2112 Fax: (608) 261-7083 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: The board may grant a license to practice without examination to a licensee of another state provided that the applicant has 4,000 hours of experience in licensed practice in the state where the education and services practiced are substantially equivalent to those in Wisconsin, and the applicant holds a current license from that state.Examination Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese for theory portion; English only for practical but translators are allowed.Licensing/Ownership Restrictions: Managers license required for cosmetology establishment. CEU Required? No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: March 31, odd yearsIs Skin Cutting Allowed? Cutting of skin is prohibited.

wyomingwww.cosmetology.state.wy.usWyoming Board of CosmetologyAddress: 2515 Warren Ave. #302 Cheyenne, WY 82002Phone: (307) 777-3534 Fax: (307) 777-3681 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity/Licensure by Endorsement: Must have graduated from a state-recognized school and taken board-administered written and practical exam (Wyoming does not recognize apprenticeship or grandfathered licenses); must have at least 400 hours or a one-year work history.Examination Languages: EnglishLicensing/Ownership Restrictions: Must have salon license.CEU Required? No Number of Hours: No License Renewal: Birth month, every 2 years (1 year in rst year)Is Skin Cutting Allowed? Any machine or appliance, blade, knife, lancet, or procedure that invades or penetrates the dermis layer of the skin is considered invasive and therefore prohibited.

u.s. territoriesguam *no website availableGuam Board of Barbering & CosmetologyAddress: 123 Chalan Kareta, Mangilao, GU 96913Phone: (671) 735-7406 Fax: (671) 735-7413 E-mail: N/A Reciprocity: N/AExamination Languages: N/ALicensing/Ownership restrictions: NoneCEU Required: No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: Every 2 yearsArea of the body nail technician is allowed to work on: On hands up to the elbow and feet up to the knee.Is Skin Cutting Allowed? N/A

puerto rico *www.estado.gobierno.prPuerto Rico Secretara Auxiliar de Juntas ExamindorasAddress: Calle Fortaleza #151 Tercer Piso, San Juan, PR 305Phone: (787) 722-2122 ext. 233 Fax: (787) 722-4818 E-mail: [email protected] Reciprocity: N/AExamination Languages: Spanish; English interpreters are seldom available.Licensing/Ownership restrictions: N/ACEU Required: No Number of Hours: N/A License Renewal: N/AArea of the body nail technician is allowed to work on: N/AIs Skin Cutting Allowed? N/A

manicurist yes, for the homebound or disabled client

300 yes

manicurist not specifically defined

350 no, based on zoning and public

health requirements

diploma decosmetologa

no1,000 no

nail technology

no400 yes, must have salon license. Varies by city.



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Remember several years back when the planet formerly known as Pluto got downgraded from the Solar System? Scientists had discovered characteristics of Pluto that showed it was different than the other planets and different from how theyd looked at it previously so they reclassified Pluto as a dwarf planet. As I was working on these statistics, I was thinking about Pluto, because weve discovered characteristics of the nail business that cause us to look at it differently.

For instance, we felt that the method we used to calculate market size was too narrow. We used to benchmark four key service categories: manicures, pedicures, acrylic full sets, and acrylic fills. Those were the four planets in our Solar System that defined our industry and theyd been the basis for 15 years worth of data collection. But how could we not include gels? And nail art? I guess my Pluto analogy is actually backwards: We havent dropped any planets in our Solar System; weve added new ones.

So this year, we expanded our review of all service categories to include gels, nail art, and we broke pedicures and manicures into two categories: deluxe and basic. And for the first time, we have data to answer some of the most frequent questions our editors get about how many of each service is done in nail salons.

Enjoy this years Big Book. And we hope you will use it.

Cyndy Drummey

Unless indicated, most of the data in this years Big Book was derived from a readership study done by NAILS in October 2011. We had 1,471 respondents and weve used their responses to project these figures. We maintain proprietary methods to calculate market size, service income, and ethnic break-down. We welcome the opportunity to talk to our readership about these statistics in greater detail. We have more data than we can print, so please call us if you need something you dont find here. Also, if youd like to browse our statistical archive, go online at www.nailsmag.com/market-research.

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