What happened: California Governor Newsom signed a landmark bill that mandates the inclusion of textured hair education in state cosmetology licensing requirements and curricula. California is home to more cosmetology schools than any other state in the United States.
Details This new law addresses a significant and long-standing gap in hairstylist training where the unique needs of textured hair, including ringlets, curls and waves, are often overlooked. The legislation benefits professionals and consumers alike: stylists will gain the skills and confidence to serve a wider range of clients and expand their business, and textured-hair consumers, who make up approximately 65% of Americans, will have access to more knowledgeable stylists.
Why? David Greenberg, CEO and president of North America, L’Oréal USA, commented, “Inclusivity in the beauty industry is non-negotiable. All professionals entering the industry should have the knowledge and skills to work with all hair types, and all consumers should have access to trained professionals who can address their individual needs. L’Oréal USA applauds California’s groundbreaking legislation requiring textured hair education for cosmetology licensure. This, along with the work of the Texture Education Collective, is a groundbreaking step toward hair inclusivity.”
