Texas has one of the fastest growing beauty and wellness economies in the United States, governed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
1. TDLR Cosmetology & Esthetics Scope
Under Texas law, estheticians are licensed to provide facial treatments, cleansing, mechanical exfoliation, superficial chemical peels, waxing, and eyelash extensions. Any service that alters living tissue or involves surgical cutting is strictly prohibited.
2. Laser Hair Removal: TDLR vs. DSHS / Medical Board
Operating laser devices in Texas falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Texas Medical Board. Estheticians must obtain a certified Laser Hair Removal Apprentice, Technician, or Senior Technician certificate and operate under a licensed Medical Director with dedicated medspa insurance.
3. Texas Suite Lease Insurance Standards
Salon suite providers in major Texas metros (Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio) require proof of $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 in Commercial General and Professional Liability naming the property management company as Additional Insured.
4. Recommended Insurance Stack for Texas Estheticians
- $2M/$3M Occurrence-form Professional & General Liability ($96–$259/year).
- Additional Insured endorsement with instant PDF delivery for suite management.
- Business Personal Property rider ($10k–$20k) to insure high-value facial equipment.