Agencies
Services
Cosmetology
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- B.C.E.N.T. CE Sponsor
- B.C.E.N.T. Domestic Violence
- Cosmetologist - In Renewal!
- Cosmetology School-State Owned
- Cosmetology School
- Cosmetology Teacher
- Cosmetology Clinic Teacher
- Salon/Shop Registration
NOTICE: IDFPR Introduces New Online Licensing System!
On October 30, 2024, IDFPR launched CORE, a new online system for professionals to apply for licensure in Illinois.
New applications for Cosmetology School, BCENT CE Sponsor, and Domestic Violence CE Sponsor are now available in CORE.
Access CORE and learn more about the new system by going here.
License Information
Online Renewal & Instructions
- Online Renewal Instructions
- Click Here to Start Your Online Renewal!
Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update. - NOTE: If an applicant misses the renewal window and the online portal does not allow you to renew after it concludes, you must reinstate their license by requesting a Reinstatement application from IDFPR.
- Licensed Cosmetologist (011) licenses are currently in renewal. If you have renewed your license no action is required. If you have not renewed your license, please log in to eLicense Online to renew. Please do not submit a new application for licensure. Submitting a new application instead of renewing your current license may cause unnecessary delays in processing your license.
- If you have any questions about the renewal process you may contact the Department, toll free, at 1-800-560-6420.
Notices
- Continuing Education Variance effective May 30, 2025
- IDFPR Issues Memo Regarding Medical Spa Services
In recent years, numerous medical spas (“medspas”) have opened in Illinois. A variety of non-surgical cosmetic procedures are performed in this setting, including injections of botulinum toxin (Botox), injections of weight loss medications, dermal fillers, laser hair removal, platelet rich plasma, and vitamins.
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, along with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), issued this memo on December 2, 2024 that outlines key responsibilities of medspas, includes information for compliance with IDFPR and IDPH regulations, and the need to make infection prevention a priority. - We have a new Third Party Authorization for licensure applicants, which may be found here! This is for applicants to authorize individuals or companies to contact IDFPR on your behalf regarding your application. All other versions of the form will no longer be accepted by the Department starting May 1, 2024.
- Law Requires Domestic Violence Training for Select
- Domestic Violence CE Sponsors
- Notice: Hair Smoothing Products Might Cause Health Risk
- August 21, 2025 | Statement Regarding P.A. 103-0851 (Skin Growth Education)
Reactivate Your License
Cosmetologist License Application
- Cosmetology Test Center Experience
- Cosmetologist Online Examination
- Cosmetologist Online Examination - Chinese
- Cosmetologist Endorsement
- Salon/Shop Registration: Online Application
- Salon/Shop Registration: Paper Application
- Petition For Restoration From Discipline
- Petition for Hearing
- Verification of Experience Supporting Document (VE-COB)
Salons & Shops
Cosmetology Teacher Licensee Application
Cosmetology School/CE Provider Registration Application
- Domestic Violence CE Sponsor Requirements for Licensure
- Domestic Violence CE Sponsor Registration
- Cosmetology School Requirements for License
- Cosmetology School Registration
- Cosmetology School Approval to Teach Esthetics
- Cosmetology School Approval to Teach Nail Technology
- Cosmetology School Approval to Teach Barber
- Cosmetology School Approval to Teach Hair Braiding
- Continuing Education Sponsor Requirements for Licensure
- Continuing Education Sponsor Registration
- Continuing Education Out-of-State Sponsor - Registration
License Maintenance
Resources & Publications
- IDFPR Sign for Salons and Shops
- Department FAQs
- Barber, Cosmetologist, Esthetician, Hair Braider or Nail Technician Criminal Conviction FAQs
- Change Your Address
- Statement Regarding Fish Pedicures
- Statement Regarding Lasers
- Approved CE Sponsors
- Domestic Violence CE Sponsors
- Licensed BCENT Schools
- Reasonable Accommodation & Religious Accommodation Request Form for Examinees
- Statement on Prohibited Practices
- Application to classify records as confidential
