Chapter 01. General Regulations
Regulation .01 General Requirements.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A licensee, permit holder, or registrant shall be familiar with and comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of beauty culture.
B.
Every licensee and registrant shall:
(1)
Display a current and valid license in full view of the public at the practitioner's work station;
(2)
Affix a current picture to the license; and
(3)
Have available at all times valid government-issued photographic identification.
C.
When a senior cosmetologist or cosmetologist practices cosmetology in the residence of a patron, in a nursing home, or in a hospital, the following conditions shall be met:
(1)
The services are sponsored by an authorized salon;
(2)
The licensee is fully supplied with sanitized and disinfected equipment by the sponsoring salon and the implements and tools are carried back and forth in an appropriate manner to assure they are not contaminated;
(3)
The sponsoring salon maintains complete records of all services performed, and the date, time, place, and charge for the services;
(4)
All tools, equipment, and complete records are available for inspection;
(5)
Board inspectors are permitted to conduct inspections of any area where cosmetology services are provided; and
(6)
When the cosmetology services are provided in a nursing home, hospital, or similar facility, the:
(a)
Patron is a:
(i)
Resident of the facility, and
(ii)
Customer of the beauty salon, preexisting or otherwise;
(b)
Facility does not hold itself out to the public as a provider of cosmetology services; and
(c)
Compensation paid for the cosmetology services is ultimately paid to the licensee performing the services or to the sponsoring beauty salon.
D.
A licensee operating a barber shop shall comply with all pertinent sanitation regulations contained in COMAR 09.22.02.04—.06.
E.
A photography studio that provides hair styling or makeup services as a part of a photo package shall obtain an owner's permit, and the services shall be performed by an authorized licensee.
F.
A licensee, permit holder, or registrant shall promptly notify the Board of any change of address.
G.
The Board may initiate a criminal prosecution of a person who engages in the practice of beauty culture without a valid license or registration.
H.
A licensee or registrant is responsible for the sanitary condition of the licensee's or registrant's individual work station.
I.
A licensee, permit holder, or registrant may not knowingly interfere with the lawful activity of an inspector of the Board.
J.
The provision of cosmetology, esthetic, or nail technology services in a beauty salon is prima facie evidence that compensation has been, or will be, paid for the services rendered.
Regulation .02 Senior Cosmetologist License.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A senior cosmetologist is responsible for the theory and practical training of apprentices and limited practice apprentices in the cosmetologist's salon.
B.
A senior cosmetologist license authorizes the licensee to practice all aspects of beauty culture.
Regulation .03 Cosmetologist License.LinkCopy Citation
A cosmetologist license authorizes the licensee to practice all aspects of beauty culture.
Regulation .04 Esthetician License.LinkCopy Citation
A.
An esthetician license authorizes the licensee to engage in providing esthetic services as defined in Business Occupations and Professions Article, §5-101(o), Annotated Code of Maryland.
B.
The term “massaging”, as used in Business Occupation and Professions Article, §5-101(o), Annotated Code of Maryland, means contact with the skin limited to the beautification, cleansing, and embellishment of the skin during the application and removal of skin care products.
C.
The term “exfoliating” as used in Business Occupation and Professions Article, §5-101(o), Annotated Code of Maryland, means to remove dead skin cells, dirt, bacteria, and excess oil from the skin.
D.
The term “cosmetic microneedling” as used in Business Occupation and Professions Article, §5-101(o), Annotated Code of Maryland, means the use of cosmetic, non-medical devices that have needles no longer than 1 mm and are used in a manner that does not penetrate the skin beyond the epidermis.
E.
The term “toning” as used in Business Occupation and Professions Article, §5-101(o), Annotated Code of Maryland, means the cleaning, manipulating and stimulating of skin by use of facials, face masks, and wraps.
Regulation .05 Nail Technician License.LinkCopy Citation
A nail technician license authorizes the licensee to engage in the practice of:
A.
Massaging the hands and feet;
B.
Applying cosmetic preparations, nail enamels, antiseptics, lotions, creams, nail gel, nail wrappings, acrylics, and artificial nails; and
C.
Cutting, shaping, and similar work upon the nails.
Regulation .06 Eyelash Extension Technician License.LinkCopy Citation
A.
An eyelash extension technician license authorizes the licensee to engage in the practice of applying, removing, cleansing, and maintenance of semi-permanent individual or volume eyelash extensions to enhance the length, curl, fullness, and thickness of natural lashes.
B.
Temporary Eyelash Extension Technician License.
(1)
The Board may issue a temporary eyelash extension technician license to an applicant who submits an application on or before December 31, 2026.
(2)
An applicant for a temporary license shall submit to the Board an application on the form that the Board provides.
(3)
To qualify for a temporary license, an applicant shall be at least 17 years old and have completed successfully a ninth grade education or the equivalent.
(4)
Applicants for a temporary license are exempt from the training and exam requirements of Business Occupations and Professions Article, §5-305(c) and (h), Annotated Code of Maryland.
(5)
The term of a temporary license is 1 year.
(6)
The fee for a temporary license is $11.
(7)
The Board may issue no more than one temporary license to an individual.
(8)
Renewal.
(a)
Temporary licenses may be renewed no more than one time for a term of 1 year.
(b)
An applicant for the renewal of a temporary license shall submit to the Board an application on the form that the Board provides.
(c)
The Board shall not renew a temporary license unless the applicant demonstrates good cause as to why they did not obtain a permanent eyelash technician license and that they are
(i)
Enrolled in an eyelash extension course approved by the State Department of Education or the Maryland Higher Education Commission; or
(ii)
Registered as an apprentice as provided under Business Occupations and Professions Article, §§5-404 and 5-505, Annotated Code of Maryland.
(d)
The fee for the renewal of a temporary license is $11.
Regulation .07 Cosmetologist Apprentice Registration.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A cosmetologist apprentice registration authorizes the apprentice to learn all aspects of cosmetology under the direct supervision of a senior cosmetologist.
B.
One senior cosmetologist shall directly train one cosmetologist apprentice.
C.
Before becoming eligible to take the cosmetologist examination, a cosmetologist apprentice shall:
(1)
Train at least 20 hours per week;
(2)
Train for not less than 24, nor more than 36, months; and
(3)
Complete the apprenticeship curriculum approved by the Board.
D.
For good cause, the Board may issue a new cosmetologist apprentice registration to an individual previously registered as a cosmetologist apprentice if:
(1)
A minimum of 6 months has passed since the individual was last registered as a cosmetologist apprentice; and
(2)
The individual surrenders the number of hours earned under any other cosmetologist apprentice registration.
E.
A cosmetologist apprentice registration shall be obtained, and used, only for the purpose of receiving the amount of training required to qualify for a licensing examination given by the Board.
Regulation .08 Esthetician Apprentice Registration.LinkCopy Citation
A.
An esthetician apprentice registration authorizes the esthetician apprentice to learn all aspects of providing esthetic services as defined in Business Occupations and Professions Article, §5-101(l), Annotated Code of Maryland.
B.
The term “massaging”, as used in Business Occupation and Professions Article, §5-101(l), Annotated Code of Maryland, means contact with the skin limited to the beautification, cleansing, and embellishment of the skin during the application and removal of skin care products.
C.
One senior cosmetologist or one licensed esthetician with 2 years experience shall directly train one esthetician apprentice.
D.
Before becoming eligible to take the esthetician examination, an esthetician apprentice shall:
(1)
Train at least 20 hours per week;
(2)
Train for not less than 12 or more than 24 months; and
(3)
Complete the apprenticeship curriculum approved by the Board.
E.
For good cause, the Board may issue a new esthetician apprentice registration to an individual previously registered as a cosmetologist apprentice or an esthetician apprentice if:
(1)
A minimum of 6 months has passed since the individual was last registered as a cosmetologist apprentice or an esthetician apprentice; and
(2)
The individual surrenders the number of hours earned under any other cosmetologist apprentice or esthetician apprentice registration.
F.
An esthetician apprentice registration shall be obtained, and used, only for the purpose of receiving the amount of training required to qualify for a licensing examination given by the Board.
G.
An esthetician apprentice registration may be renewed one time.
Regulation .09 Nail Technician Apprentice Registration.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A nail technician apprentice registration authorizes the nail technician apprentice to learn all aspects of manicuring and pedicuring.
B.
One senior cosmetologist or one licensed nail technician with 2 years experience shall directly train one apprentice.
C.
Before becoming eligible to take the nail technician examination, a nail technician apprentice shall:
(1)
Train at least 20 hours per week;
(2)
Train for not less than 8 or more than 12 months; and
(3)
Complete the apprenticeship curriculum approved by the Board.
D.
For good cause, the Board may issue a new nail technician apprentice registration to an individual previously registered as a cosmetologist apprentice or a nail technician apprentice if:
(1)
A minimum of 6 months has passed since the individual was last registered as a cosmetologist apprentice or a nail technician apprentice; and
(2)
The individual surrenders the number of hours earned under any other cosmetologist apprentice or nail technician apprentice registration.
E.
A nail technician apprentice registration shall be obtained, and used, only for the purpose of receiving the amount of training required to qualify for a licensing examination given by the Board.
Regulation .10 Eyelash Extension Technician Apprentice Registration.LinkCopy Citation
A.
An eyelash extension technician apprentice registration authorizes the eyelash extension technician apprentice to learn all aspects of applying, removing, cleansing, and maintaining semi-permanent individual or volume eyelash extensions to enhance the length, curl, fullness, and thickness of natural lashes.
B.
Beginning January 1, 2027, one senior cosmetologist who has completed a Board approved continuing education course regarding eyelash extension services or one licensed eyelash extension technician with 2 years’ experience as a licensed practitioner shall directly train one apprentice.
C.
Before becoming eligible to take the eyelash extension technician examination, an eyelash extension technician apprentice shall:
(1)
Train at least 10 hours per week;
(2)
Train for not less than 3 or more than 7 months; and
(3)
Complete the apprenticeship curriculum approved by the Board.
D.
For good cause, the Board may issue a new eyelash extension technician apprentice registration to an individual previously registered as a cosmetologist apprentice or an eyelash extension technician apprentice if:
(1)
A minimum of 6 months has passed since the individual was last registered as a cosmetologist apprentice or an eyelash extension technician apprentice; and
(2)
The individual surrenders the number of hours earned under any other cosmetologist apprentice or eyelash extension technician apprentice registration.
E.
An eyelash extension technician apprentice registration shall be obtained and used only for the purpose of receiving the amount of training required to qualify for a licensing examination given by the Board.
Regulation .11 Supervision of an Apprentice.LinkCopy Citation
A.
Prior to supervising an apprentice for the first time, a licensee shall participate in an orientation program administered by the Board.
B.
A licensee who supervises an apprentice shall:
(1)
Ensure that the apprentice receives:
(a)
At least 20 hours of training per week; and
(b)
The required theory and practical training;
(2)
File a monthly report, on a form supplied by the Board, stating the progress of each apprentice in the salon and identifying the designated licensee in charge of each apprentice;
(3)
Advise the Board immediately, in writing, when an apprenticeship is discontinued, temporarily or otherwise; and
(4)
Ensure that any apprentice is limited to and performs only the services authorized by the apprentice registration.
C.
Unless the Board determines that exceptional circumstances exist, if a monthly report required by §A(2) of this regulation is not received by the Board within 90 days of the completion of the apprentice training:
(1)
The report may not be received by the Board; and
(2)
Credit may not be given for the training.
Regulation .12 Apprenticeship Registration Requirements.LinkCopy Citation
A person may be registered as an apprentice if the person:
A.
Is at least 16 years old;
B.
Has secured a sponsoring salon in which to apprentice;
C.
Has been approved by the Board; and
D.
Prior to being registered as an apprentice, has participated in an orientation program administered by the Board.
Regulation .13 Examinations.LinkCopy Citation
A.
The Board shall schedule examinations as often as necessary to meet the demand.
B.
Each qualified applicant for examination shall be sent a notice of the examination that contains the:
(1)
Time, date, and location of the examination;
(2)
Amount of time allotted for the examination;
(3)
Areas that will be tested during the theoretical and practical portions of the examination;
(4)
Requirements for models;
(5)
Equipment the applicant shall bring;
(6)
Requirements for passing the examination; and
(7)
Board's policy on bringing books or other materials into the examination room.
C.
Requirements for Taking Examination.
(1)
A candidate shall arrive in a timely fashion to take the examination.
(2)
A candidate shall present the notice of examination and a proper identification with the candidate's signature and photograph.
(3)
A candidate may not bring books or papers into the examination room and may not use those materials during either the practical or the theoretical portion of the examination.
(4)
A candidate taking the practical portion of an examination shall:
(a)
Appear in a clean, washable garment;
(b)
If taking the cosmetologist examination, appear with an appropriate mannequin head;
(c)
If taking the nail technician examination, appear with an appropriate mannequin hand;
(d)
If taking the esthetician examination:
(i)
Be accompanied by a live model who is 16 years old or older; or
(ii)
Appear with a mannequin head; and
(e)
Appear with the equipment necessary to take the examination which shall be in a clean and disinfected condition and in good repair.
D.
Disqualification. A candidate who violates any of the provisions of §C of this regulation may not be admitted to the examination and shall forfeit the examination fee.
E.
Interpreters—Foreign Language Dictionaries.
(1)
The Board may permit a Board-approved interpreter to accompany an applicant and assist in the theory portion of the examination.
(2)
If approved by the Board or its authorized representative, an applicant may use a word-for-word, bilingual dictionary during the theory portion of an examination.
(3)
During any portion of an examination:
(a)
A sign interpreter may assist an applicant who is hearing impaired; and
(b)
A reader may assist an applicant who has dyslexia or another, similar reading impairment.
F.
When a practical test cannot be completed for any reason, the grade for that test shall be “incomplete” and not “failure.”
G.
Passing Examination.
(1)
In order to be certified as passing an examination, a candidate shall:
(a)
Receive a score of 75 percent or more on the practical portion of the examination;
(b)
Score at least 75 percent or more on the theoretical portion of the examination; and
(c)
Demonstrate a sufficient ability to verbally communicate and comprehend the English language in order to understand, converse, and properly respond to the requests, needs, and explanations of English speaking patrons.
(2)
An individual who passes one or more portions of the examination shall be excused from retaking the portion passed.
(3)
An applicant who has not passed all parts of the examination within 1 year of the original examination date shall be required to retake the entire examination.
H.
Content of Cosmetologist Examination.
(1)
A cosmetologist examination shall consist of a theoretical portion and a practical portion.
(2)
The theoretical portion of the cosmetologist examination shall consist of questions which embrace the subjects of cosmetology found in basic cosmetology textbooks including, but not limited to, the following:
(a)
Sanitation and disinfection;
(b)
Chemical applications;
(c)
Hair cutting and styling techniques;
(d)
Diseases and disorders;
(e)
Facial massage;
(f)
Skin care;
(g)
Makeup application;
(h)
Hair removal;
(i)
Application of artificial nails;
(j)
Manicuring and pedicuring procedures; and
(k)
Laws and regulations regarding the practice of cosmetology.
(3)
The practical portion of the cosmetologist examination shall consist of the candidate demonstrating and explaining:
(a)
Wet set or thermal curl set;
(b)
Permanent cold wave;
(c)
Chemical relaxing;
(d)
Hair pressing;
(e)
Croquignole curl;
(f)
Bleach and tint;
(g)
Blended haircut;
(h)
Fingerwave;
(i)
Pincurls;
(j)
Roller placement; and
(k)
Manicure.
I.
Content of Senior Cosmetologist Examination.
(1)
A senior cosmetologist examination shall consist of a theoretical portion only.
(2)
A candidate shall be required to demonstrate a knowledge of cosmetology including, but not limited to, an advanced knowledge of:
(a)
Sanitation and disinfection techniques;
(b)
Chemical applications;
(c)
Hair cutting and styling techniques;
(d)
Diseases and disorders; and
(e)
Laws and regulations regarding the practice of cosmetology.
J.
Content of Esthetician Examination.
(1)
An esthetician examination shall consist of a theoretical portion and a practical portion.
(2)
The theoretical portion of the esthetician examination shall consist of questions which embrace the subjects of esthetics found in basic esthetics textbooks including, but not limited to, the following:
(a)
Sanitation and disinfection;
(b)
Diseases and disorders;
(c)
Facial massage;
(d)
Skin care;
(e)
Makeup application;
(f)
Hair removal; and
(g)
Laws and regulations regarding the practice of esthetics.
(3)
The practical portion of the esthetician examination shall consist of the candidate demonstrating and explaining:
(a)
Patron preparation;
(b)
Skin cleansing;
(c)
Skin analysis;
(d)
Location and names of motor points;
(e)
Tweezing and arching of eyebrows;
(f)
Massage movements; and
(g)
Application of women's daytime makeup.
K.
Contents of Nail Technician Examination.
(1)
A nail technician examination shall consist of a theoretical portion and a practical portion.
(2)
The theoretical portion of the nail technician examination shall consist of questions which embrace the subjects of manicuring found in basic manicuring textbooks including, but not limited to, the following:
(a)
Sanitation and disinfection;
(b)
Diseases and disorders;
(c)
Manicuring and pedicuring procedures;
(d)
Application of artificial nails; and
(e)
Laws and regulations regarding the practice of a nail technician.
(3)
The practical portion of the nail technician examination shall consist of the candidate demonstrating and explaining:
(a)
Basic manicure;
(b)
Hairline tip of a free edge;
(c)
Half moon;
(d)
Application of acrylic nails; and
(e)
Pedicure procedure.
L.
Contents of Blow Drying Examination.
(1)
A blow drying examination shall consist of a theoretical portion and a practical portion.
(2)
The theoretical portion of the blow drying examination shall consist of questions which embrace the subjects of beautifying, cleaning, and arranging hair found in cosmetology textbooks including, but not limited to, the following:
(a)
Sanitation and disinfection;
(b)
Disease and disorders;
(c)
Arranging hair;
(d)
Cleansing hair;
(e)
Curling hair;
(f)
Dressing hair;
(g)
Blow drying hair;
(h)
Singeing hair; and
(i)
Beautifying hair.
(3)
The practical portion of the blow drying examination shall consist of the candidate demonstrating and explaining:
(a)
Arranging hair;
(b)
Cleansing hair;
(c)
Curling hair;
(d)
Dressing hair;
(e)
Blow drying hair;
(f)
Singeing hair; and
(g)
Beautifying hair.
M.
Content of Hair Stylist Examination.
(1)
A hair stylist examination shall consist of a theoretical and a practical portion.
(2)
The Theoretical portion of the hair stylist examination shall consist of questions which embrace the subjects of the hair styling found in basic cosmetology textbooks, including, but not limited to, the following:
(a)
Sanitation and disinfection;
(b)
Chemical applications;
(c)
Hair cutting and styling techniques;
(d)
Diseases and disorders; and
(e)
Laws and regulations regarding the practice of hair styling.
(3)
The practical portion of the hair styling examination shall consist of the candidate demonstrating and explaining:
(a)
Wet set or thermal curl set;
(b)
Permanent cold wave;
(c)
Chemical relaxing;
(d)
Hair pressing;
(e)
Croquignole curl;
(f)
Bleach and tint;
(g)
Blended haircut;
(h)
Fingerwave;
(i)
Pincurls; and
(j)
Roller placement.
N.
Content of Eyelash Extension Examination.
(1)
An eyelash extension examination shall consist of a theoretical and a practical portion.
(2)
The theoretical portion of the eyelash extension examination shall consist of questions that relate to the subject of eyelash extensions, including, but not limited to, the following:
(a)
Sanitation and safety;
(b)
Lash extension types, adhesives, and tools;
(c)
Lash anatomy and growth cycles;
(d)
Contraindications and allergic reactions; and
(e)
Laws and regulations regarding the practice of cosmetology.
(3)
The practical portion of the eyelash extension examination shall consist of the candidate demonstrating and explaining:
(a)
Lash isolation;
(b)
Lash extension application;
(c)
Adhesive control;
(d)
Lash extension removal;
(e)
Client safety measures; and
(f)
Sanitation practices.
Regulation .14 Fees.LinkCopy Citation
A.
Purpose. This regulation is intended to carry out the provisions of Business Occupations and Professions Article, Titles 4 and 5, and Business Regulation Article, §§2-106.13 and 2-106.14, Annotated Code of Maryland. In particular, it is intended to set various fees in order to cover the actual documented direct and indirect costs of fulfilling the statutory and regulatory duties of the State Board of Barbers and State Board of Cosmetologists.
B.
Definitions.
(1)
In this regulation, the following terms have the meanings indicated.
(2)
Terms Defined.
(a)
“Barbers Board” means the State Board of Barbers.
(b)
“Cosmetologists Board” means the State Board of Cosmetologists.
(c)
“License fee” means the fee paid by an applicant or licensee, as applicable, in connection with the issuance and renewal of a license and the issuance of a limited license and a reciprocal license.
(d)
“Salon owner permit fee” means the fee paid by an applicant or licensee, as applicable, in connection with the issuance and renewal of a salon permit.
(e)
“Secretary” means the Secretary of Labor.
C.
Examination Fees. An applicant for examination or reexamination shall pay an examination or reexamination fee directly to the testing service chosen by the Cosmetologists Board to develop or administer the examination.
D.
Average of Costs. In order to establish fees that more equitably distribute the costs associated with the operation of each board among similar boards, the Secretary may average the direct and indirect costs of the Barbers Board and the Cosmetologists Board, provided that the boards consent to having their direct and indirect costs averaged together.
E.
As provided for in Business Regulation Article, §§2-106.13 and 2-106.14, Annotated Code of Maryland, and this regulation, the Cosmetologist Board sets the following license and permit fees:
(1)
Salon owner — $56;
(2)
Senior cosmetologist — $28;
(3)
Cosmetologist — $28;
(4)
Blow dry — $28;
(5)
Esthetician — $28;
(6)
Nail technician — $28;
(7)
Hair stylist — $28;
(8)
Eyelash extension technician — $28;
(9)
Apprentice — $11;
(10)
Reinstatement:
(a)
If the license of a senior cosmetologist, cosmetologist, esthetician, or nail technician license has expired, a reinstatement fee of $28 shall be paid in addition to the renewal fee in this section; and
(b)
If the permit of a salon owner has expired, in addition to the renewal fee in this section:
(i)
A reinstatement fee of $56 shall be paid if not more than 45 days have passed since the expiration of the permit; and
(ii)
A pre-opening inspection fee of $169 shall be paid, and such an inspection shall be conducted, if more than 45 days have passed since the expiration of the permit; and
(11)
Pre-opening inspection — $169.
F.
A separate payment is required for each application.
G.
Payment in cash may not be accepted.
H.
All fees are nonrefundable.
Regulation .15 Renewals.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A renewal application for each license, permit, or registration shall be mailed to each licensee, permit holder, or cosmetologist apprentice at the last known address.
B.
A licensee, permit holder, or cosmetologist apprentice shall submit each application and the required payment at least 14 days before the expiration date of the existing license.
C.
An application that is incomplete or is not accompanied by the appropriate fee shall be returned to the applicant.
D.
A registered cosmetologist apprentice is limited to two renewals.
E.
A limited practice apprentice registration is not renewable.
F.
Prior to the expiration of each 2-year term, a licensee shall provide proof of satisfactory completion of continuing education requirements.
Regulation .16 Compensation — Examiners and Inspectors.LinkCopy Citation
A.
Examiners, appointed by the Board, shall be paid a per diem of at least $50 based on the State's budget.
B.
Inspectors, appointed by the Board, shall be paid a per diem of at least $50 based on the State's budget.
C.
All per diem employees are entitled to be reimbursed for traveling expenses in accordance with the State's policy.
Regulation .17 Citations to Licensees.LinkCopy Citation
Unless otherwise indicated, the following civil penalties are applicable to the following violations of the laws and regulations of the Board of Cosmetologists discovered by a Board inspector during an inspection of a beauty salon:
A.
Working in a beauty salon for which a permit never has been issued or other unauthorized location — $300;
B.
Licensing:
(1)
Operating without a valid license — $300;
(2)
No photo on license — $100;
(3)
No valid government-issued photo identification — $100;
(4)
Services beyond scope — $300;
C.
Sanitation:
(1)
Improper disinfection:
(a)
Failure to wash implements before disinfection — $150;
(b)
Failure to properly disinfect implements, bowls, basins, other areas — $150;
(c)
Failure to properly store disinfected implements — $150;
(d)
Failure to keep clean disinfectant on esthetician tray or nail technician table — $150;
(2)
Improper procedures for cut or blood-related incidents — formal hearing;
(3)
Other:
(a)
Poor lighting, heating, or ventilation — $50;
(b)
Unclean walls, curtains, or floor coverings — $50;
(c)
Absence of hot or cold running water — $50;
(d)
Presence of rodents or insects — $50;
(e)
Use of salon (shop) for sleeping or living — $100;
(f)
Failure to promptly remove hair or debris — $50;
(g)
Unsanitary restroom — $50;
(h)
No soap dispenser and disposable towels — $50;
(i)
Unclean operator's garments — $50;
(j)
Failure to wash hands before each client — $50;
(k)
No wet sanitizer at station — $50;
(l)
No closed drawer or cabinet for disinfected implements at station — $100;
(m)
Use of neck duster, powder puff, sponge, septic pencil, or lump alum on more than one client — $100;
(n)
Improper application, removal, or discarding of lotions, oils, and other liquids — $100;
(o)
Improper application of creams — $100;
(p)
Improper maintenance of lotions, oils, and other liquids — $100;
(q)
Failure to properly cover head, foot rest, or manicuring cushion — $100;
(r)
Improper storage or disposal of towels — $50;
(s)
Improper sanitation of pressing combs or curling irons — $100;
(t)
Insufficient number of combs or brushes — $50;
(u)
Failure to use protective neck strip — $50;
(v)
Improperly washed or sanitized shampoo bowl — $50;
(w)
Improper cleansing or sanitation of retention rods — $100;
(x)
Failure to remove soiled items from top of work station after use — $50;
(y)
Placement of pins or clips in mouth — $50;
(z)
Use of implements dropped on floor without cleaning and disinfecting — $100;
(aa)
Failure to sharpen lip or eyebrow pencil after each use — $100;
(bb)
Failure to discard disposable implement or cosmetic after use — $100;
(cc)
Use of hair removal wax for more than one client — $300;
(dd)
Failure to launder nondisposable draping after each client — $50;
(ee)
Unsanitary manicuring or eyelash extension table or surrounding area — $100;
(ff)
Improper paraffin wax procedures — $100;
(gg)
Improper use of electric files, bits, or sanding bands — $100;
(hh)
Improper procedures when working on acrylic nails — $100;
(ii)
Improper procedures when performing eyelash extension services — $100;
(jj)
Failure to label eyelash adhesive with accurate date of opening or failure to discard eyelash adhesive container within 30 days of opening;
(kk)
Any other sanitation violation— $50;
D.
Unauthorized services:
(1)
Massage — $300;
(2)
Microdermabrasion — formal hearing;
(3)
Lasers — formal hearing;
(4)
Chemical peels that penetrate the skin beyond the epidermis — formal hearing;
(5)
Practice causing tissue destruction or penetration to the blood fluid barrier — formal hearing;
(6)
Credo blade — $300;
E.
Prohibited practices:
(1)
Services on client with infectious or contagious disease — formal hearing;
(2)
Operator with infectious or contagious disease performing services — formal hearing;
(3)
Services on inflamed skin or scalp without physician authorization — formal hearing;
(4)
Removal of corns, calluses, or other growths of skin by cutting — $300;
(5)
Use of electrical muscle stimulator devices — $300;
(6)
Cosmetic tattooing — formal hearing;
(7)
Presence of an animal other than a designated service animal — $100;
(8)
Sale of used hairpieces — $300;
(9)
Methyl methacrylate liquid monomer (MMA) — formal hearing;
F.
Interference with inspector — formal hearing.
Regulation .18 Failure to Respond.LinkCopy Citation
A.
An applicant or licensee shall respond in writing to a written communication from the Board within 30 days of the date of mailing.
B.
The Board shall send a written communication by first-class mail to the last address furnished to the Board by an applicant or licensee.
C.
It is a responsibility of an applicant or licensee to notify the Board in writing if there has been a change in the applicant’s or licensee’s address.
D.
Failure to respond as required by this regulation may be considered by the Board to be a violation of Business Occupations and Professions Article, §5-314(a)(1)(viii), Annotated Code of Maryland.
Chapter annotations
Authority: Business Occupations and Professions Article, Titles 4 and 5; Business Regulation Article, §§2-106.13 and 2-106.14;
Annotated Code of Maryland; Ch. 256, Acts of 2017
Annotated Code of Maryland; Ch. 256, Acts of 2017
History: Effective date: April 4, 1973
History: Regulation .01 amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166); repealed effective November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .01 adopted as an emergency provision effective July 1, 1991 (18:18 Md. R. 2001); emergency status expired January 1, 1992
History: Regulation .01 adopted as an emergency provision effective February 14, 1992 (19:5 Md. R. 573); emergency status extended at 19:11 Md. R. 1011
History: Regulation .02A amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166); repealed effective November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .02B repealed effective November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .02C amended effective November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .02D repealed effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .02D adopted effective April 6, 1987 (14:7 Md. R. 830)
History: Regulation .02 repealed and new Regulation .02 adopted as an emergency provision effective July 1, 1991 (18:18 Md. R. 2001); emergency status extended at 19:2 Md. R. 150 and 19:11 Md. R. 1011
History: Regulation .03A—C amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166)
History: Regulation .03D repealed effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .03 repealed and new Regulation .03 adopted as an emergency provision effective July 1, 1991 (18:18 Md. R. 2001); emergency status expired January 1, 1992
History: Regulation .03 repealed and new Regulation .03 adopted as an emergency provision effective February 14, 1992 (19:5 Md. R. 573); emergency status extended at 19:11 Md. R. 1011
History: Regulation .04A amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166)
History: Regulation .04B amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166)
History: Regulation .04C-1 adopted effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166)
History: Regulation .04F repealed effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .05 amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166); June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163); March 23, 1987 (14:6 Md. R. 713); November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .06A adopted effective April 6, 1987 (14:7 Md. R. 830)
History: Regulation .06D repealed effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .06D—F adopted effective April 6, 1987 (14:7 Md. R. 830)
History: Regulations .06, .08, and .09 amended as an emergency provision effective July 1, 1991 (18:18 Md. R. 2001); emergency status extended at 19:2 Md. R. 150 and 19:11 Md. R. 1011
History: Regulation .07A and C amended effective December 30, 1977 (4:27 Md. R. 2106)
History: Regulation .07E repealed effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .08 amended effective February 4, 1976 (3:3 Md. R. 149)
History: Regulation .08A amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166); June 12, 1981 (8:12 Md. R. 1061); April 6, 1987 (14:7 Md. R. 830)
History: Regulation .08B amended effective April 6, 1987 (14:7 Md. R. 830)
History: Regulation .08C repealed effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .08C adopted effective April 6, 1987 (14:7 Md. R. 830)
History: Regulation .09A amended effective August 21, 1989 (16:16 Md. R. 1750)
History: Regulation .09D repealed effective November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .09F amended effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .09F-1 adopted effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .12 amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166); June 12, 1981 (8:12 Md. R. 1061)
History: Regulation .12A amended effective March 23, 1987 (14:6 Md. R. 713)
History: Regulation .12D amended effective March 23, 1987 (14:6 Md. R. 713)
History: Regulation .13 repealed effective December 15, 1978 (5:25 Md. R. 1853)
History: Regulation .13 adopted effective March 23, 1987 (14:6 Md. R. 713)
History: Regulation .13 amended effective June 11, 1990 (17:11 Md. R. 1343)
History: Regulation .14 amended effective August 21, 1989 (16:16 Md. R. 1750)
History: Regulation .14B amended effective December 30, 1977 (4:27 Md. R. 2106)
History: Regulation .15 repealed and new Regulation .15 adopted effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .15C—F amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166)
History: Regulation .15D amended effective February 4, 1976 (3:3 Md. R. 149)
History: Regulation .15F amended effective February 4, 1976 (3:3 Md. R. 149); October 19, 1979 (6:21 Md. R. 1708)
History: Regulation .16B amended effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .16C amended effective March 3, 1976 (3:5 Md. R. 295); November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166); November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .16D amended effective June 13, 1988 (15:12 Md. R. 1445)
History: Regulation .16F amended effective June 13, 1988 (15:12 Md. R. 1445)
History: Regulation .16H amended effective June 13, 1988 (15:12 Md. R. 1445)
History: Regulation .16I repealed effective November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .16I adopted effective June 13, 1988 (15:12 Md. R. 1445)
History: Regulation .16J amended effective June 13, 1988 (15:12 Md. R. 1445)
History: Regulation .16U amended effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166)
History: Regulation .16W amended effective June 13, 1988 (15:12 Md. R. 1445)
History: Regulation .16AA repealed effective November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulation .16BB adopted effective November 14, 1980 (7:23 Md. R. 2166)
History: Regulation .16CC adopted effective February 9, 1987 (14:3 Md. R. 272)
History: Regulation .16DD adopted effective June 13, 1988 (15:12 Md. R. 1445)
History: Regulation .16EE adopted effective May 1, 1989 (16:8 Md. R. 909)
History: Regulation .17F repealed effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .18A—D amended effective June 17, 1985 (12:12 Md. R. 1163)
History: Regulation .18C amended effective February 4, 1976 (3:3 Md. R. 149)
History: Regulation .18D amended effective February 4, 1976 (3:3 Md. R. 149)
History: Regulation .18H amended effective February 4, 1976 (3:3 Md. R. 149); March 23, 1987 (14:6 Md. R. 713)
History: Regulation .19 repealed effective November 16, 1987 (14:23 Md. R. 2414)
History: Regulations .20—.24 adopted effective April 6, 1987 (14:7 Md. R. 830)
History: Regulations .21, .22, and .24 amended as an emergency provision effective July 1, 1991 (18:18 Md. R. 2001); emergency status extended at 19:2 Md. R. 150 and 19:11 Md. R. 1011
History: Regulation .22G amended effective June 13, 1988 (15:12 Md. R. 1445)
History: Regulations .02—.24 repealed and new Regulations .01—.15 adopted effective June 22, 1992 (19:12 Md. R. 1133)
History: Regulation .01 amended effective December 14, 1998 (25:25 Md. R. 1831)
History: Regulation .01B amended effective May 13, 2002 (29:9 Md. R. 745)
History: Regulation .01C amended effective July 17, 1995 (22:14 Md. R. 1052)
History: Regulation .01D amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1618)
History: Regulation .01J adopted effective May 13, 2002 (29:9 Md. R. 745)
History: Regulation .04 amended effective April 26, 2004 (31:8 Md. R. 646)
History: Regulation .04D amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R.1619)
History: Regulation .06 amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1618)
History: Regulation .07 amended effective April 29, 2002 (29:8 Md. R. 698)
History: Regulation .07E adopted effective October 7, 1996 (23:20 Md. R. 1422)
History: Regulation .07F adopted effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619)
History: Regulation .08 amended effective April 26, 2004 (31:8 Md. R. 646)
History: Regulation .08A amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619)
History: Regulation .08B amended effective February 14, 1994 (21:3 Md. R. 193)
History: Regulation .08C amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619) April 29, 2002 (29:8 Md. R. 698)
History: Regulation .08D adopted effective October 7, 1996 (23:20 Md. R. 1422)
History: Regulation .08E adopted effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619)
History: Regulation .08F adopted effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619)
History: Regulation .09A amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1618)
History: Regulation .09B amended effective February 14, 1994 (21:3 Md. R. 193); September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1618)
History: Regulation .09C amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1618); September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619); April 29, 2002 (29:8 Md. R. 698)
History: Regulation .09D adopted effective October 7, 1996 (23:20 Md. R. 1422)
History: Regulation .09D amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619)
History: Regulation .09E adopted effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619)
History: Regulation .10 amended effective April 29, 2002 (29:8 Md. R. 699); February 6, 2012 (39:2 Md. R. 141)
History: Regulation .11A amended effective February 6, 2012 (39:2 Md. R. 141)
History: Regulation .12C amended effective November 6, 2006 (33:22 Md. R. 1732)
History: Regulation .12E amended as an emergency provision effective July 23, 1993 (20:15 Md. R. 1218); amended permanently effective November 22, 1993 (20:23 Md. R. 1804)
History: Regulation .12E amended as an emergency provision effective June 20, 1997 (24:15 Md. R. 1060); emergency status expired December 20, 1997
History: Regulation .12E amended effective March 9, 1998 (25:5 Md. R. 367)
History: Regulation .12G amended effective April 29, 2002 (29:8 Md. R. 699)
History: Regulation .12K amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1618)
History: Regulation .13A amended as an emergency provision effective April 25, 1996 (23:10 Md. R. 728); emergency status expired July 15, 1996
History: Regulation .13A amended as an emergency provision effective July 1, 1997 (24:15 Md. R. 1060); emergency status expired December 1, 1997; amended permanently effective March 9, 1998 (25:5 Md. R. 368)
History: Regulation .13A amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R.1618)
History: Regulation .13A amended as an emergency provision effective October 1, 2002 (29:23 Md. R. 1807); emergency status expired April 2, 2003
History: Regulation .13A amended as an emergency provision effective March 1, 2003 (30:13 Md. R. 851); emergency status extended at 30:25 Md. R. 1843); emergency status expired January 1, 2004; amended permanently effective January 5, 2004 (30:26 Md. R, 1913)
History: Regulation .13A amended as an emergency provision effective October 15, 2009 (36:23 Md. R. 1815); emergency status expired effective April 9, 2010; amended permanently effective June 14, 2010 (37:12 Md. R. 800)
History: Regulation .13A amended as an emergency provision effective December 19, 2014 (42:1 Md. R. 13); emergency status expired May 30, 2015
History: Regulation .13B amended as an emergency provision effective July 25, 1997 (24:17 Md. R. 1208); emergency status expired January 25, 1998; amended permanently effective March 9, 1998 (25:5 Md. R. 368)
History: Regulation .13B amended effective September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1618); September 4, 2000 (27:17 Md. R. 1619)
History: Regulation .13C, E amended effective October 24, 2016 (43:21 Md. R. 1165)
History: Regulation .13D amended effective December 14, 1998 (25:25 Md. R. 1831); May 2, 2011 (38:9 Md. R. 552)
History: Regulation .16 adopted effective July 31, 2006 (33:15 Md. R. 1280)
History: Chapter revised effective May 8, 2017 (44:9 Md. R. 437)
History: Regulation .11C amended as an emergency provision effective July 8, 2020 (47:16 Md. R. 736); emergency status expired effective November 30, 2020
History: Regulation .11C amended effective March 22, 2021 (48:6 Md. R. 237)
History: Regulation .11E amended effective June 3, 2019 (46:11 Md. R. 516)
History: Regulation .12 repealed and new Regulation .12 adopted effective November 5, 2018 (45:22 Md. R. 1027)
History: Regulation .12E amended effective May 27, 2024 (51:10 Md. R. 525)
History: Regulation .13F adopted effective May 1, 2023 (50:8 Md. R. 337)
History: Regulation .15E amended effective March 23, 2020 (47:6 Md. R. 341)
History: Regulation .16 adopted effective January 28, 2019 (46:2 Md. R. 52)
History: Chapter revised effective March 2, 2026 (53:4 Md. R. 184)