New Mexico Cosmetology Licensing Requirements

Land of Enchantment

Licenses Available: Barber, Cosmetologist, Electrologist, Esthetician, Manicurist/Pedicurist

Required Hours:
Barber: 1200 Hours
Cosmetologist: 1600 Hours
Electrologist: 600 Hours
Esthetician: 600 Hours
Manicurist/Pedicurist: 350 Hours

Minimum Requirements: All applicants must be at least 17 years of age and have a minimum of 2 years in high school or its equivalent.

Reciprocity: Granted to those whose requirements for licensure were equal to or greater than those of New Mexico.

Further Info:
New Mexico Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
12550 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: (505)476-4690
Fax: (505) 476-4645