The Ohio Board Of Cosmetology is in charge of enforcing laws and regulations through inspections, investigation into complaints submitted by consumers and conducts hearings, imposes penalties and enforces actions when they deem necessary. Through education and the enforcement of the cosmetology laws in OH, the state board ensures the safety, welfare and public health by regulating the salons, schools and individuals who practice cosmetology. The list of the board members who are part of the Ohio State Cosmetology and Barber Board are listed below:

State Board Members

Member Position
Thomas Taneff Board Chairman
Lucas J. Hanks Board Member
Clara Osterhage Board Member
Charles Penzone Board Member
Tasha Sheipline Board Member
Jessica Price-Kovach Board Member
Rowena Yeager Board Member
Necole Cumberlander Board Member
Kenji Prince Board Member
Jennider Wofle Board Member
Kim Thomas Board Member

They also issue licenses for to individuals who qualify for reciprocity or through the state boards administration of a written and practical examination to schools and salons. To find out how to apply for a new license, renew an existing one or find out how many hours for cosmetology license in Ohio, check out the Ohio Cosmetology License page for additional information. The list of categories the state board issues licenses for are below:

  • Available License Categories
  • Cosmetologist
  • Electrologist
  • Esthetician
  • Hair Designer
  • Manicurist
  • Natural Hair Stylist

If you need to obtain a cosmetology license, renew an existing one, or want to open up a salon or go to school, then in most cases there are fees involved. We list all available fees for this state below. We recommend to call the Ohio State Board Of Cosmetology if you cannot find the fee information you are looking for below, or if you need to know how to pay your fees and what type of payments they accept.

Exam Fees Fee
Examination $31.50
Retake Examination $31.50
No Show Examination $40
Work Permit $7.50
Personal New License Fees Fee
Cosmetologist $5
Advanced Cosmetologist $45
Cosmetology Instructor $45
Manicurist $45
Advanced Manicurist $45
Manicurist Instructor $45
Esthetician $45
Advanced Esthetician $45
Esthetics Instructor $45
Natural Hair Stylist $45
Advanced Natural Hair Stylist $45
Natural Hair Stylist Instructor $45
Hair Designer $45
Advanced Hair Designer $45
Hair Designer Instructor $45
Personal Renewal License Fees Fee
Cosmetologist $45 
Advanced Cosmetologist $45
Cosmetology Instructor $45
Manicurist $45
Advanced Manicurist $45
Manicurist Instructor $45
Esthetician $45
Advanced Esthetician $45
Esthetics Instructor $45
Natural Hair Stylist $45
Advanced Natural Hair Stylist $45
Natural Hair Stylist Instructor $45
Hair Designer $45
Advanced Hair Designer $45
Hair Designer Instructor $45
Business New License Fees Fee
Cosmetology School $250
Tanning Facility $65
Cosmetology Salon $75
Nail Salon $75
Esthetics Salon $75
Hair Design Salon $75
Natural Hair Stylist Salon $75
Boutique Salon $75
Independent Contractor $75
Business Renewal License Fees Fee
Cosmetology School $250
Tanning Facility $50
Cosmetology Salon: $ 60.00 $60
Nail Salon $60
Esthetics Salon $60
Hair Design Salon $60
Natural Hair Stylist Salon $60
Boutique Salon $60
Independent Contractor $60
Other Fees Fee
Late Fee $45
Duplicate License Fee $20
Reciprocity $70
Board Certification $50
Special Occasion Work Permit $50
Temporary Event Salon $10
Return Check Fee $30
Continuing Education Course:
Online, Correspondence or Tanning
$250
Continuing Education Course:
Workshop Or Demonstration
$100
To view barber fee list, click here

Ohio Cosmetology License Lookup

If you are planning to setup an appointment with a local salon, it is recommended that you first verify the professional or business license. You can do that online for the state of Ohio by visiting elicense.ohio.gov. From there you can search for the person or business and see if there are any disciplinary actions on record. This will allow you to make an informed decision about the person and or business providing your service.

Filing a Complaint

Part of the duties of the Ohio State Cosmetology and Barber Board is receiving and investigating consumer complaints involving unlawful acts which may include:

  • False advertisement
  • Violations of health
  • Deceptive statements
  • Sanitation regulations
  • Unlicensed person
  • Malpractice or incompetence

If you feel like you have experienced one of these issues listed above, or have information about a specific incident, then you would need to submit your complaint. If you have issues or questions about the complaint process outlined below, then it is recommended you contact the state board for assistance.

You may file a complaint regarding safety, sanitation, and/or licensing issues by calling the Ohio State Cosmetology and Barber Board's Toll-Free number 800-686-5780. Below are links to other type of complaints.

Here are some tips on preparing your complaint. Make a list of things you want to say. Try your best to separate your feelings from the facts. Present the events in the order of which they happened, use dates and times if possible. When submitting your complaint, please make sure to provide copies of documents, for example contracts, letters, advertisements, sakes slips, cancelled checks, warranties and any other documentation that can support your claim. Only provide copies, keep the original copies for your own record. Please remember, the complaint should describe the event or practice which misled you. If you can, please also state why the practice was misleading.

If you still have questions or issues about your complaint or about cosmetology, then use the contact information listed below. We provide the Ohio Board Of Cosmetology phone number, office address and how to access their departments website.

  • State Board Office Location
  • Ohio State Cosmetology and Barber Board
    1929 Gateway Circle
    Grove City, OH 43123

  • State Board Office Phone
  • You can reach the office by calling the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology phone number 614-466-3834. Their fax number is 614-644-6880.

  • State Board Website
  • You can acccess the Ohio state board online by going to cos.ohio.gov.