Cosmetology licensing ignores modern hair coloring methods

We learn outdated techniques that nobody wants anymore.

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Look, that's not totally true. State boards update test requirements, they just also make you learn the basics first. You need to understand color theory and damage from bleach before you jump into vivids or color correction. The licensing test covers safety and fundamentals because a messed up scalp chemical burn is a lawsuit waiting to happen.

felix_chen1016h ago

But what if the test misses new trends people actually want?

hannaht9114h ago

Forget the basics for a second. If the test doesn't cover current color methods, new stylists aren't ready for real clients.