Esthetics | Department Of State

Skip to main content Esthetics Procedures including makeup, eyelashes, depilatories, tonics, lotions, waxes or sanding and tweezing. Appearance Enhancement and Barber Licensing System UPDATE

The new online Appearance Enhancement and Barber Licensing System is now live. You can now apply for a new license and schedule your exams online. Before filing a renewal, scheduling an exam on an existing application or making a change to an existing license, you will need to claim your license. Step-by-step guides are available to help you through the process of claiming your license or application and completing transactions online.

Overview

Have you ever dreamed of owning a business or becoming your own boss? It all starts with a New York State Esthetician license.

Discover how the New York State Division of Licensing can guide you toward a professional and rewarding career in the skincare and appearance enhancement profession.

A New York State Real Esthetician license allows you to:

-Perform facials, cleansing, exfoliating, extracting, and applying facial masks.

-Provide waxing and threading techniques for face and body hair removal.

-Apply makeup for special events and teach clients makeup techniques.

-Teach clients about proper skincare, sun protection, and maintaining healthy skin.

-Work in various settings, including luxury spas, dermatology offices, or film or television productions.

-Build relationships in your community.

- Develop a skill that you can use anywhere.

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