What organization oversees esthetic licensing?

The organization that oversees esthetic licensing is the Department of Professional Licensing. This department is typically responsible for the regulation and licensing of various professional fields, including esthetics, across many states. Their role includes setting the standards for education, testing for licensure, and ensuring compliance with regulations pertinent to practicing estheticians.

In contrast, the Department of Health generally focuses on public health matters rather than the specific professional licensing of estheticians. The Board of Cosmetology may play a role in overseeing cosmetologists and sometimes estheticians, but their jurisdiction can vary by state and they often focus on broader cosmetic practices. An Esthetics Association would not be a regulatory body but rather a professional group that may provide resources or advocacy for estheticians.