Alabama HB47 updates the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering to include licensing for makeup artists and permitting for lash/brow artists.

Alabama HB47 amends the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering to include licensing for makeup artists and permitting for lash/brow artists. The bill specifies qualifications for makeup artists, including age, education, experience, and a skills examination. Lash/brow artists must also meet certain criteria, such as experience, a professional website, insurance, and a 16-hour course. The bill authorizes the operation of mobile studios and exempts certain activities from regulation. The changes become effective on October 1, 2026.

Alabama HB47 updates the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering to include licensing for makeup artists and permitting for lash/brow artists.

Alabama HB47 amends the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering to include licensing for makeup artists and permitting for lash/brow artists. The bill specifies qualifications for makeup artists, including age, education, experience, and a skills examination. Lash/brow artists must also meet certain criteria, such as experience, a professional website, insurance, and a 16-hour course. The bill authorizes the operation of mobile studios and exempts certain activities from regulation. The changes become effective on October 1, 2026.