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State Boards of Cosmetology
The Pro's and Con's of being a mobile nail technician
Regulations - Are mobile spas legal in your state? Thinking of starting a mobile spa business? The most commonly asked question is about the legality of "off premises" cosmetology services. While many state regulations don't actually ban services outside of traditional premises, some have a way of potentially stopping your business.
May 25 2006 - Salon Safety Rules to Prevent Infections Regulations to make Spa Treatments Safer For Illinoisans CHICAGO –Spa treatments are increasingly popular among both men and women in Illinois. To ensure that a trip to a nail salon or day spa doesn’t result in an infection caused by poor hygiene, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has new rules in place to mandate stringent cleaning and sanitation standards developed in coordination with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
May 5, 2006 - Dallas Salon Owner Fined $4,000 For Sanitation Violations AUSTIN – The owner of a Dallas nail salon has agreed to pay a $4,000 fine to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and also agreed to a probated suspension of his cosmetology license for sanitation violations at his salon that resulted in four customers contracting bacterial infections.
The 30 Minute Pedicure Can a pedicure be done in 30 minutes? When servicing a group of say 4-6 clients at an in-home party, it is critical to work quickly and efficiently. Carolyn McNairn of Mobile Beauty (www.mobilebeauty.ca) has been operating a one woman show for over 6 years and has perfected the 30 minute pedicure.
Texas amends cosmetology regulations AUSTIN - The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation today adopted new rules for the cosmetology and barbering professions that will better protect the health of the consumers who use their services.
Are you charging enough? - Pricing Your Services When you operate a mobile spa business in order to price your services you will have to do some research. First find out what other stationary spas are charging. Your services should be at least the same or higher. You shouldn't price your services lower then a stationary salon. You are providing a luxury service by coming to the client. You also have to take into consideration your gas and travel time. The South Carolina Board of Cosmetology Issues Safety Advisory on Footbath's The South Carolina Board of Cosmetology has learned of two cases of Mycobacterium skin infections in people who have had pedicures in salons in the state.
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As more stories arise from problems associated with unsafe sanitation practices in day spa's and nail businesses, the public is becoming very aware of the dangers. It is very important for mobile spa operaters to observe the highest degrees of sanitation and always line your foot spa with a fresh liner between clients.
Dallas Salon Owner Fined $4,000 For Sanitation ViolationsOwner also Agrees to Health Training for Employees, Enhanced Inspection ScheduleMay 5, 2006 AUSTIN – The owner of a Dallas nail salon has agreed to pay a $4,000 fine to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and also agreed to a probated suspension of his cosmetology license for sanitation violations at his salon that resulted in four customers contracting bacterial infections. Tien Jim Nguyen, proprietor of Beverly Hills Nails University, 4353 Lovers Lane in Dallas, also agreed to reimburse the affected customers the money they paid for services and also for more than $1,200 in medical expenses they incurred after receiving pedicures at his salon. “No one should have to risk their health for a pedicure,” said William Kuntz, TDLR’s executive director. “When we find salons who don’t comply with the sanitation rules they can expect significant fines and much greater scrutiny of their activities.” In addition to the penalty, Nguyen also agreed a one-year suspension of his license, which will be probated for two years. He agreed to submit to quarterly unannounced visits by TDLR inspectors each year during the two-year probated term and agreed to bear the expense for the laboratory analyses and culturing of any specimens collected by the inspectors. Nguyen also agreed to complete a four-hour course in health safety and sanitation and also require any current employees, as well as any employees hired during the two-year probated term to also complete the course. Failure to adhere to any of the provisions in the order could result in the revocation of Nguyen’s license. In February of 2006, several customers of Beverly Hills Salon complained to TDLR that they contracted infections after receiving nail treatments at the salon during January and February 2006. Medical records provided to TDLR by the customers showed that all of the women contracted bacteriological infections to their legs. One customer also contracted infections to her arms and back. In response to the complaints, TDLR conducted an inspection at the salon on January 24, 2006. Samples collected from footspa basins and pedicure chairs tested positive for harmful bacteria. The Dallas County Health and Human Services Department also conducted inspections at the salon on February 15 and February 22, taking samples from equipment and salon employees that later tested positive for bacteria of the same variety as that which caused the infections in three of the four affected customers.
This article is reprinted without permission from the The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in the interest of public safety and awareness. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is a state regulatory agency that currently oversees over twenty types of businesses, industries, trades and occupations. The agency is responsible for issuing licenses, conducting inspections, investigating complaints, assessing penalties, setting rules and standards and holding hearings.
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