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68 november/december 2018 What to Know Before You Go: A Licensing and Legal Considerations Checklist Every state has its own set of regulations regarding mobile beauty, spa, or skin care services. Depending on the menu of services you off er, you may need to be in compliance with several state boards and/or agency requirements. Each state is unique! For example, Florida off ers both a mobile salon license as well as a fl ea market license—really! What types of licenses and insurance do you need? City or county mobile business license State board of cosmetology mobile facility license Mobile services provider license Vehicle license for commercial use (if you are using a van, recreational vehicle, or bus for services) Vehicle insurance for use in business Professional liability insurance Mobile laser operator license Additional guidelines or requirements from other boards that have jurisdiction over the services you off er Remember: ignorance of city, county, or state guidelines is no excuse for not obtaining the proper licenses. Do the math—fees are cheaper than fi nes! studio," Sandoval says. By appearing at local markets, juice bars, organic grocers, and even Halloween "trick or trunk" shows, she is taking her products and skin care services where her potential customers live, work, and play. WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Many states require additional licenses, permits, or health inspections for mobile spa or salon services. If your location is a van or bus, you may be subject to additional vehicle requirements, inspections, and business vehicle insurance coverage. Check with your county and city for local rules and regulations regarding mobile or on-demand services. Insurance coverage for a mobile business may be diff erent than what you have for a brick-and-mortar location—and of course professional liability insurance is critical. On-demand mobile services are poised to disrupt the beauty and wellness market, just as their predecessors have done in other service sectors. Are you ready to take your business on the road? MOBILE BEAUTY SERVICES