New Mexico Code § 61-17A-4

Cosmetology defined. (Repealed effective July 1, 2026.)
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Cosmetology means the practice of those services that include:
A. arranging, dressing, curling, waving, cleansing, cutting, bleaching, coloring, straightening or similar work upon the hair of a person, whether by hand or through the use of chemistry or of mechanical or electrical apparatus or appliances;
B. using cosmetic preparations, antiseptics, tonics, lotions or creams or massaging, cleansing, stimulating, manipulating, beautifying or performing similar work on the body of a person;
C. manicuring and pedicuring the nails of a person;
D. caring for and servicing wigs and hair pieces; or
E. removing of unwanted hair except by means of electrology.
History: Laws 1993, ch. 171, § 4.
Delayed repeals. — For delayed repeal, see 61-17A-25 NMSA 1978.

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