Are cosmetologists allowed to trim someone’s beard or mustache?

Yes. Part of the definition of cosmetology in statute (Chapter 1602.002) is “treating a person’s mustache or beard by arranging, beautifying, coloring, processing, styling, or trimming;” However, a cosmetologist is not allowed to shave a mustache or beard. New Sterilization Requirements 1. What is an approved sterilizer? Texas Occupations Code 1603.352 lists the three methods of approved sterilization; autoclave, dry heat, and ultraviolet light. These are the methods required to sterilize all metal manicure/pedicure instruments. The sterilizer must be listed with the FDA. 2. What establishments are required to have sterilizers? Effective June 15, 2007, all Texas barber and cosmetology shops, salons and schools that provide manicure/pedicure services are required to sterilize all metal instruments with an autoclave, dry heat, or ultraviolet light sterilizer that is listed with the FDA. 3. What if I only use single-use instruments? If a barber or cosmetology shop, salon, or school only ...  more