WHAT IS A BARBER-STYLIST

A barber license and a cosmetologist license have many similarities, in that both require state board testing and licensing. The licenses carried by these professionals, is generally referred to the "license to touch".

The main distinction is that cosmetologists spend time learning updos, skincare, makeup, and basic nail art and maintenance whereas, the profession of barbering focuses on haircutting using razors and clippers. In may go back further than the 1980s, but Barber Schools also teach perms, highlighting and hair coloring theory.

Individuals with either the Barber or Cosmetologist license will each have varied skillsets due to their interests, abilities, and seek advanced training in areas of their choice. 

"Barber-Stylist"  was coined to describe a professional who has combined the skills of both a barber and a hair stylist, allowing them to offer a comprehensive range of services to both men and women, from cutting and designing hairstyles, hair coloring, and re-texturizing services such as straightening, smoothing and perming. Barber-stylists can work in barbershops, salons, or operate their own businesses.

In the state of Louisiana, Licensed Barbers (Barber-Stylists) can work in Beauty Salons, or Barber Shops, although it is more common today to have both licensed professionals working side by side, in Hair Salons.

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About Stylist Leigh Anne

Leigh Anne a licensed Barber-Stylist since 1981. (circa 1987)