New York S05438 establishes distinct licensing requirements for natural hair styling, separate from cosmetology.

New York S05438 amends the general business law to create separate licensing requirements for natural hair styling, distinct from other cosmetology practices. The bill defines natural hair styling as services like shampooing, arranging, twisting, wrapping, and weaving hair, excluding the use of dyes or chemicals to alter hair color or structure. It mandates that anyone intending to practice natural hair styling must apply for a license, complete an educational course, and pass a practical skills assessment.

New York S05438 establishes distinct licensing requirements for natural hair styling, separate from cosmetology.

New York S05438 amends the general business law to create separate licensing requirements for natural hair styling, distinct from other cosmetology practices. The bill defines natural hair styling as services like shampooing, arranging, twisting, wrapping, and weaving hair, excluding the use of dyes or chemicals to alter hair color or structure. It mandates that anyone intending to practice natural hair styling must apply for a license, complete an educational course, and pass a practical skills assessment.