If there are any changes to your name or address on your cosmetology license, who should you notify?

Notifying the state board about any changes to your name or address on your cosmetology license is essential because the state board maintains the official records of licensed cosmetologists. Keeping your information current ensures that you remain legally compliant and allows for effective communication regarding any licensing matters, including renewals or notifications about regulations that may affect your practice. This accountability also helps protect your professional status and ensures that any relevant correspondence from the board reaches you without delay.

While informing your employer or clients may be important for practical considerations, such as workplace information or client relationships, it does not fulfill the legal requirement to update the state board, which oversees the licensing and regulation of cosmetologists. Therefore, the correct action is to report changes to the state board directly.