This bill introduces a new licensure category in New Jersey for cosmetic retail services, known as the "Limited cosmetic retail service license." It is designed for cosmetic retail service establishments that are at least 750 square feet and primarily sell skincare, hair care, makeup, and cosmetic products while offering specific cosmetic services. The bill details the services permitted under this license, including applying cosmetic preparations, massaging or cleansing the face or neck, and hair removal through depilatories or waxing. It also amends existing laws to integrate these services into the regulations governing cosmetology and hairstyling, ensuring that no services can be offered without a proper shop license and that at least one experienced licensee is present to manage operations.

Furthermore, the bill modifies current regulations to allow cosmetic retail service establishments to utilize their entire retail space for licensure, permitting one workstation for every 750 square feet, rather than requiring a minimum of 350 square feet for two customer chairs. It also sets forth specific requirements for licensed premises, including compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and sanitation standards. These changes aim to bolster the beauty and cosmetics industry in New Jersey, creating job opportunities for licensed skin care specialists and enhancing options for cosmetology school graduates.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45:5B-3, 45:5B-8, 45:5B-9, 45:5B-11, 45:5B-12