Beauty salon insurance
Cosmetology liability
Cosmetology liability usually means two things working together: coverage for injuries caused by a service, and coverage for ordinary accidents to clients and visitors.
Service-related claims
- Scalp irritation or burns from color or lightener
- Hair breakage after a smoothing treatment
- Allergic reaction to a product
- Infection traced to tools
Premises claims
- A client trips on a dryer cord
- A visitor slips near a shampoo bowl
- A client's coat is damaged by product
Request pricing for cosmetology liability.
Frequently asked questions
Does my cosmetology license include insurance?
No. A license is permission to practice; it carries no coverage.
If I work at a salon, am I covered by its policy?
If you are an employee, the salon's policy usually extends to your work there. Independent professionals generally need their own.
Does it cover services I do at clients' homes?
Only if the policy covers off-premises work. Ask.
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