The Board was established in 1992 (after the Board of Barber Examiners and Board of Cosmetology merged) and today licenses over 50,000 establishments and over 560,000 individuals. The California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Board) protects consumers by licensing and regulating the state's barbering and beauty industry. Please click the appropriate link below for specific requirements.
Most of the frequently asked for services are listed in the left margin of this page. IMPORTANT: Please select this link for guidelines on the hair salon reopening requirements. If your license is active and you wish to renew on-line with a credit card click here to renew your license.
Requirements to Apply To apply for a Cosmetology Demonstrator (Type 5) license, an applicant must meet and adhere to the following requirements: If you do not hold any license, you must be able to show work experience as a demonstrator for at least three (3) months. The California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Board) protects consumers by licensing and regulating the states barbering and beauty industry.
