Barbers and Cosmetologists Overview
SCAM ALERT
A scam artist is targeting nail salons by asking for money to clear your inspection and allow your shop to stay open. If you refuse to pay, the individual threatens to file papers in court. They send fraudulent letters and legal documents that look official.
To prevent being victimized by this scam, please note:
- RLD inspectors will never ask for a cash payment, a money order, or a money card.
- RLD inspectors will never demand immediate payment.
- You will always have an opportunity to appear before the Board.
- Inspectors will always have official RLD identification.
- If you are contacted by anyone claiming to work for RLD and you’re not absolutely certain who the individual is, please call the Board compliance office immediately at (505) 476-4622 and select option #4.
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***NOTICE REGARDING CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS***
Effective December 1, 2017
*As of Friday, December 1, 2017, RLD will no longer accept Credit Card payments in person at RLD offices, nor by electronic mail (email), or direct mail.
*RLD will continue to accept checks and money orders (no cash) at all RLD offices (Santa Fe, Albuquerque and Las Cruces) or by direct mail. However, please do not send Credit Card information to RLD by electronic mail (e-mail) or by direct mail. On and after December 1, 2017, credit card information received via email or regular mail will be destroyed without processing.
*RLD will continue to accept Credit Card payments through our existing secure online systems that can be accessed via the Internet from your home, place of business, or mobile Internet device.
*No credit card breach of data incidents have occurred to date. However, RLD is changing credit card processing to ensure a secure system is maintained in the future.
The Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists regulates Barbers, Cosmetologists, Esthetician, Electrologist, Manicurists/Pedicurists and Board Approved Schools. It sets professional, training and hygienic standards to ensure customers receive quality services.
The Board also investigates complaints from customers and takes appropriate disciplinary actions when acceptable and required standards are violated.
Board News & Information
Dear Licensees,
In efforts to go paperless, the NM Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists will be sending email renewal notices (reminders) instead of post-cards. Please email the Board Office at barber.cosmoboard@state.nm.us to make sure your email is on file. You can also add or update your email and mailing address online by logging in with your user id and password.
Mailing address:
New Mexico Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
P.O. Box 25101
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504
(505) 476-4622
(505) 476-4665 Fax
Regular mail should be sent to: P.O. Box 25101, Santa Fe, NM 87504.
Physical Address:
New Mexico Board of Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
Toney Anaya Building
2550 Cerrillos Road, Second Floor
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505
Please DO NOT send regular mail to the physical address as it will be delayed.