New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 19 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Chapter V - Division Of Corporations And State Records
Subchapter A - Hairdressing and Cosmetology
Part 162 - Appearance Enhancement: Curriculum
Section 162.5 - Waxing

(a) Scope of curriculum. The educational requirements for waxing shall include the following subjects and the hours assigned to each:

Scope of Curriculum

(b) Subject matter. Each subject shall include a treatment of the topics as set forth herein:

Subject 1

Professional Requirements--10 Hours

* New York State License Requirements

* State and Federal Payroll Requirements

* New York State Sales Tax Requirements

* Career Opportunities and Placement

* Professional Ethics, Conduct and Attitude

* Professional Organizations, Trade Shows and Publications

* View and discuss the mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness online course

Subject 2

Safety and Health -- 20 Hours

* New York State Laws, Rules and Regulations

* OSHA Regulations Concerning Hazardous Materials Communications

* Types and Classification of Infectious Organisms

-- Bacteria

-- Viruses

-- Mold and Fungus

* Growth and Reproduction of Infectious Organisms

* Infections and Their Prevention

* Immunity and Body Defenses

* Decontamination and Infection Control

* Physical and Chemical Agents

Subject 3

Skin Structure, Disorders and Diseases -- 10 Hours

* Histology of the Skin and its Functions

* Skin Disorders and Diseases

* Hair Structure and Functions With Relation to Waxing

Subject 4

Removal of Superfluous Hair -- 35 Hours

* Theoretical Overview of Permanent Methods (Electrolysis, Thermolysis, Blend)

* Temporary Methods of Hair Removal

-- Manual tweezing

-- Depilatory lotion

-- Waxing (strip and non-strip)