California Transforms Credit Transfer Model
Learn how to apply hours to new programs
Legislative Updates for California
California State Board of Barbering & Cosmetology
2420 Del Paso Road, Suite 100Sacramento, CA 95834
Phone: 800-952-5210 | Fax: 916-575-7281 | Website: barbercosmo.ca.gov/ | Email: barbercosmo@dca.ca.gov
Training hours required from a licensed esthetics school/program: 600
California Updates Modality Industry Bulletins
New modalities and guidelines were introduced when SB803 was enacted
California Adopts New Rules
New rules affect esthetics, cosmetology, barbering, and manicuring schools
California Home Salon Establishment License Reminder
FAQs for those who wish to obtain an establishment license
California Personal Service Permit Reminder
CA State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology issues a reminder
California Bill Requires Posted Human Trafficking Notices
Assembly Bill No. 1661 affects barbering, cosmetology, and skin care establishments
California Amends Esthetics Scope of Practice
Senate Bill 803 went into effect January 1, 2022
Corrections to California Safe Cosmetics Program Reportable Ingredients List
View CSCP's list of reportable ingredients and updates to chemical listings
CA Personal Service Permits Now Available for BBC Licensees
Personal Service Permits (PSPS) are now available for licensees of the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
California Seeks Deregulations
06/25/2021ASCP is in favor of Senate Bill 803 to further the sunset of the Barbering and Cosmetology Board, with some suggested amendments. ASCP is concerned about deregulating haircutting, hairstyling, and eyelash extensions, and including massage in the scope of practice for estheticians. ASCP details the potential negative impact on public health and safety.