Hairdressers for all: New York state cosmetology training adds textured hair instruction

Finally, Stylists Have to Study Textured Hair in New York

A new law passed by Governor Kathy Hochul requires all cosmetology schools in the state to include textured hair in their curricula.

New York Hairstylists Must Now Learn To Style All Hair Textures Under New Law

A newly enacted law seeks to make hair styling a more inclusive service in New York. The new regulation seeks to guarantee that stylists in the state are familiar with a variety of hair types and textures. The New York law is the latest example of policies focused on hair, most of which are intended to promote inclusivity. New requirements for New York hair stylists As The Guardian reported, a new law that went into effect September 1 creates ne…

Hairdressers for all: New York state cosmetology training adds textured hair instruction

ALBANY For years, some New Yorkers with textured hair have struggled to find salons equipped to properly care for their hair. State officials hope a new education requirement for aspiring cosmetologists will help change that.