Board of Cosmetology - Publications and Resources

Publications

Practice Clarifications

• Eyebrow Services - May 2020
• Esthetics Scope of Practice FAQ - January 2020
• Dermaplaning FAQ - January 2020
  
• Chemical Peels FAQ - January 2020
  
• Treatment of Head Lice - June 2019
• Esthetics Vs. Advanced Esthetics - In Scope of Practice or Out - March 2019
• Cosmetic Injectables e.g. Botox - March 2018
• Exemptions for Performing Makeup Artistry Services - October 2017
• Hair Design - Applying Hot Towels and Shaving Cream When Shaving, Trimming or Cutting the Beard or Mustache - October 2017
• Practice Clarification on Microblading - January 2017
• Providing Cosmetology Services Within a Hospital, Long Term Care or Residential Facility - March 2014
• Service Animals in Cosmetology Facilities - March 2014
• Nail Technology: Nail Pterygium - February 2014
• Cosmetology Student Volunteer Services - February 2014
• Clarification Regarding Mobile Units - October 2013
• Clarification Regarding Eyelash Services - August 2013
• Cosmetic Injectables e.g. Botox - April 2013
• Hair Extensions & Attaching Hair Feathers - April 2012
• Face Painting & Application of Temporary Tattoos - April 2012
• Removal of Permanent Tattoos by use of Laser Therapy, Dermabrasion or EliminInk - October 2011

Resources

External Resources 

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Delmar Learning/Milady (publisher of beauty education materials) 

IRS Small Business and Self-Employed One-Stop Resource 

IRS Cosmetology-related publications: 

• Pub 531 – Reporting Tips
• Publication 3144 – Tips on Tips for Employers (PDF)
• Publication 3148 – Tips on Tips for Employees (PDF)
  Spanish (PDF)
• Publication 1244 – Daily Tip Record (PDF)
  You can use IRS Publication 1244 to record your tip income.
  Spanish (PDF)  

National Coalition of Esthetic Manufacturers/Distributors & Associations (NCEA) 

National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC) 

Northwest Stylist & Salon (industry & regulatory news from HLO, Board of Cosmetology) 

Oregon Collaborative for Healthy Nail Salons (OCHNS) 

Oregon Student Access Commission 

Private Career Schools, Department of Education