HB 3525 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Modifies provisions relating to the practice of makeup application

HB 3525 exempts makeup application (e.g., applying foundation, lipstick, or airbrush makeup) from cosmetology licensing requirements, meaning anyone can perform this service without a cosmetology license. It requires hair braiders to register with the state board ($20 fee, completion of a training video on infection control), but exempts hair braiding from full cosmetology licensing. The bill defines "hair braiding" as techniques without chemical treatments (e.g., twisting hair by hand) and clarifies "makeup application" excludes permanent makeup or tattooing. Licensed cosmetologists can still perform both services without additional registration under this bill.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 27, 2026 Last action May 15, 2026
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