Before 2003, braiders weren’t subject to any sort of license. But in a phenomenon that was well-documented in a recent book, The Licensing Racket, the state cosmetology board used its power to ...

Starting July 1, hair braiders will be exempt from the requirement of a cosmetology license to practice hair braiding due to ...

Should braiders be required to have a cosmetology license — or are they marginalized by styling laws? Hot combs, hair styles, and chemical treatments aside, many hairstylists face an unforeseen ...