CA AB2166

Requires written examinations for barber and cosmetologist licenses to test applicants' skill and knowledge in providing services to individuals with varying hair types and textures.

Mandates that barbering and cosmetology courses include instruction on serving all hair types and textures, including various curl or wave patterns, hair strand thicknesses, and volumes of hair, in both chemical hair services and hairstyling services.

Updates hairstyling course curriculum to include instruction on providing services to individuals with all hair types and textures.

Specifies that no state reimbursement is required because the bill only creates new crimes or changes penalties related to violations of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act.