A new state law in New York now mandates that licensed hairdressers receive training to safely and competently style all hair textures, including natural black hair. The measure aims to address long-standing concerns about cultural bias and inadequate education in the cosmetology industry. Critics have argued that many stylists lack proper techniques for working with tightly coiled or textured hair, leading to damage or unsatisfactory results. The regulation could reshape professional standards and client expectations across salons statewide.
New law requires New York hairdressers to learn how to do all hair types, including black hair ABC7 New York
