Credentials · a license
Licensed cosmetologist
A state license for beauty services. What it covers is set by each state.
What it is
A cosmetology license covers a set of beauty services the state defines. In some states it overlaps with esthetics.
As with esthetics, the line between cosmetology services and medical treatment is drawn by the state.
What it doesn’t guarantee
- That skin treatments, devices or peels are within the license in this state
- Medical training or medical supervision
- Specific training for the treatment you’re booking
How to check it
- Search the state cosmetology board’s lookup. Your state page lists the boards we have on file.
- Ask which license covers this particular treatment.
Look-alikes
Titles and licenses that get confused with this one:
The question to ask
Which license covers this treatment in this state, and can I see it on the board’s lookup?
What this license allows in your state is on your state page, with sources. We don’t say whether anyone is qualified to treat you.