How To Become A Lash Artist In Your State
Your journey as a lash artist is more than just mastering the art and honing your skills. One of the most crucial steps in building your career is understanding and following your state’s licensing requirements.
In this blog, we’ll go over why this is so important for lash artists and include a full list of each state’s requirements and where to find more information. Whether you’re just starting or wanting to expand your business, this knowledge is key to your success in the beauty industry!
Why It’s Important To Follow Your State’s Requirements
It might seem a little boring, but reading up on and following your state’s licensing regulations is quite important. Firstly, doing so ensures the safety of potential clients by guaranteeing that you’ve received all the necessary training. Plus, complying with these regulations protects you as a lash artist from legal repercussions or fines.
Secondly, being licensed (if necessary in your state) shows that you have professional credibility, making clients more likely to choose you over other options.
How To Be A Lash Tech In Each State
Now that we’ve covered some of the reasons you shouldn’t ignore your state’s requirements, let’s get into what they actually are!
Remember that this is just an overview, and if you’re ready to continue your lash journey, you should head over to your state board’s website for more information. It’a also important to note that even if your state doesn’t require a license, many certification and training programs will.
Alabama
License Requirements: None
More Information: Alabama Board of Cosmetology & Barbering
Alaska
License Requirements: Hairdresser and/or esthetician license
More Information: State of Alaska Board of Barbers & Hairdressers
Arizona
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Arizona Barbering And Cosmetology Board
Arkansas
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Arkansas Department of Health
California
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: BarberCosmo Board of Barbering & Cosmetology
Colorado
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Colorado Office of Barber and Cosmetology Licensure
Connecticut
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Connecticut Department of Public Health
Delaware
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering
Florida
License Requirements: Cosmetology license
More Information: Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation
Georgia
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers
Hawaii
License Requirements: Cosmetology, esthetician, and/or barber license
More Information: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
Idaho
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license (separate Eyelash License is being discussed)
More Information: Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses
Illinois
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Indiana
License Requirements: None, non-licensed individuals must obtain a certificate from a recognized program
More Information: Indiana Department of Health
Iowa
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing
Kansas
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Kansas Board of Cosmetology
Kentucky
License Requirements: Cosmetology, esthetician license, and/or Eyelash Extension Permit
More Information: Kentucky Board of Cosmetology
Louisiana
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Louisiana Board of Cosmetology
Maine
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: State of Maine Professional and Financial Regulation
Maryland
License Requirements: None, the Board will revisit eyelash licensing in October of 2024
More Information: Maryland Board of Cosmetologists
Massachusetts
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering
Michigan
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Minnesota
License Requirements: Cosmetology, esthetician, and/or Eyelash Technician license
More Information: Minnesota Board of Cosmetology
Mississippi
License Requirements: None
More Information: Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology
Missouri
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Montana
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Montana Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
Nebraska
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Nevada
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Nevada State Board of Cosmetology
New Hampshire
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification
New Jersey
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling
New Mexico
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: New Mexico Barbers and Cosmetologists
New York
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: New York Department of State
North Carolina
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners
North Dakota
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: North Dakota State Board of Cosmetology
Ohio
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Ohio Cosmetology and Barber Board
Oklahoma
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology and Barbering
Oregon
License Requirements: Cosmetology, esthetician, and/or hairdresser license
More Information: Oregon Health Licensing Office
Pennsylvania
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Pennsylvania Department of State
Rhode Island
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: State of Rhode Island Department of Health
South Carolina
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: South Carolina Board of Cosmetology
South Dakota
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license, plus 16 hours of eyelash extension training
More Information: South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation
Tennessee
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance
Texas
License Requirements: Cosmetology, esthetician license, and/or Eyelash Extension Specialist license
More Information: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Utah
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Utah Division of Professional Licensing
Vermont
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation
Virginia
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Washington
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Washington State Department of Licensing
West Virginia
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: West Virginia State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
Wisconsin
License Requirements: None
More Information: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Wyoming
License Requirements: Cosmetology and/or esthetician license
More Information: Wyoming Board of Cosmetology
We hope you were able to find all the information you need! Lashing can be quite a rewarding career, so we recommend taking it seriously by following all state guidelines.
If you’re licensed and ready to further your education, check out our online courses! Happy lashing!