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Braiding and Extentions

Natural Hair Braiding & other changes are effective August 26, 2004:

What can an unlicensed hair braider do?
A.R.S. § 32-505 (10) "Persons who provide a service that results in tension on hair strands or roots by twisting, weaving, extending, locking or braiding, if the service does not include the application of dyes, reactive chemicals, or other preparations to alter the color of the hair or to straighten, curl or alter the structure of the hair"

 

Hair extensions using the sewing methods are "NOT" regulated.

 

Glue Methods are Regulated!!

 

How can a salon employ an unlicensed hair braider?


If you, as a licensed owner, provide this unlicensed service in your salon, see A.A.C. R4-10-111(E) which states "Salons shall prominently post a notice of salon services that are not regulated by the Board and are performed by people who are not licensed by the Board."

Fish Pedicures

R4-10-112. Infection Control and Safety Standards rules by this state; prohibit "Fish Pedicures".

Senate Bills for Cosmetology

April 5, 2004

Approved Law - Senate Bill 1163 , continuation of the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology
April 16, 2004

Approved Law - Senate Bill 1159 , an establishment together with a retrofitted motor vehicle

Next Board Meeting

Location
1740 West Adams Street #4400
Phoenix, AZ 85007

News & Events

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  • Meeting Agenda
  • Meeting Minutes

Upcoming Meetings and Events

  • Infection Protection & Law Class - 3.8.2021-Canceled
  • Board Meeting - 3.19.2021
  • Infection Protection & Law Class - 3.22.2021-Canceled

Useful Links

National Organizations

  • American Association of Cosmetology Schools
  • American Board of Certified Haircolorists
  • American Electrology Association
  • Arizona Cosmetology Association
  • Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency
  • Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP)
  • Day Spa Association
  • Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors (ICMAD)
  • International Pedicure Association
  • National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences
  • National Coalition of Estheticians, Manufacturers/Distributors & Associations (NCEA)
  • National Eyelash Education & Safety Association
  • National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology
  • Professional Beauty Association
  • Society of Clinical and Medical Electrologists
  • Society of Dermatology SkinCare Specialists (SDSS)
  • United Aesthetics Organization

Arizona State Agencies

  • Arizona Board of Barbers
  • Arizona Ombudsman - Citizens' Aide
    The Ombudsman - Citizens' Aide helps citizens to resolve ongoing issues with State of Arizona agencies, departments, boards and commissions.
  • Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

License Verification

License Verification:

Individual & Establishments 
NEW! Check for "Disciplinary History"

 

LICENSE VERIFICATION SYSTEM

 

 

 

SCHOOLS-Student Hours

 Student Hour Reporting

Student Reporting Hour System

User & Password
will be emailed to each school

 

Employment

Government jobs for the State of Arizona may be found at: 
http://hr.az.gov/AzStatejobs/

The Arizona State Board of Cosmetology is an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis, including race, color, creed, religion, age,sex,national origin, ancestry, military status or disability.

"Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer"

View our full Non-Discrimination Policy

 

Non Government Employment: 

Professional Credential Services, Inc (PCS)
(Administrator of  Practical Examination)

Certified Licensing Examination Examiners
https://www.pcshq.com/?page=careers

 

Agency Budget & 5 Year Plan

Publication:

FY 2019 Board of Cosmetology Budget

FY 2020 Board of Cosmetology Budget

5 Year Plan 2019-2020

FY 2021 Board of Cosmetology Budget

5 Year Plan 2021

FY 2022 Board of Cosmetology Budget

5 Year Plan 2022

Cosmetology Board Proposed Rules

September 23, 2020, Wednesday 9:00 to 10:00

Location: Oral Proceedings - Telephone Virtual Meeting

To Join: Dial: 1-628-400-4597 (Pin) 349045137

Email Comments: You may email your comments at: [email protected]

 

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