Makeup artists may not require a set license to operate, depending on the state where they live. State Boards of Cosmetology cover the licensing requirements for Cosmetologists and Estheticians (both of whom will often work as a makeup artist), but this is not always specific to makeup artists. Freelance makeup artists typically do not require a license – once again, this depends on the state – so it is best to conduct your own research into your specific location and licensing needs. By becoming trained and certified as a licensed makeup artist, you are likely to have less competition as clients will feel safer with you. Some states also have age restrictions in place for training and employment or require a high school education or the equivalent. Most states also require their artists to be at least 16 years old, so again, it is best to conduct your own research into your specific situation.
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Alabama Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artists in Alabama is controlled by the Alabama Board of ...
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Alaska Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in Alaska is controlled by the Alaska Board of ...
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Arizona Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in Arizona is controlled by the Arizona State Board ...
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Arkansas Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in Arkansas is controlled by the Arkansas Department of ...
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California Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in California is controlled by the California Board of ...
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Colorado Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Colorado is controlled by the Colorado Office ...
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Connecticut Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Connecticut is controlled by the Connecticut Department ...
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Delaware Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in Delaware is controlled by the Delaware Board of ...
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District of Columbia Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in District of Columbia is controlled by ...
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Florida Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in Florida is controlled by the Florida Board of ...
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Georgia Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in Georgia is controlled by the Georgia Board of ...
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Hawaii Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for makeup artist in Hawaii is controlled by the Hawaii Board of ...
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Idaho Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Idaho is controlled by the Idaho Board ...
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Illinois Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Illinois is controlled by the Illinois Department ...
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Indiana Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Indiana is controlled by the Indiana Board ...
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Iowa Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Iowa is controlled by the Iowa Board ...
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Kansas Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Kansas is controlled by the Kansas Board ...
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Kentucky Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Kentucky is controlled by the Kentucky Board ...
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Louisiana Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Louisiana is controlled by the Louisiana Board ...
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Maine Licensing Overview for a Makeup Artist Licensing for a makeup artist in Maine is controlled by the Maine Department ...
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