Arkansas Beauty Insurance
- One policy for all your services
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- $15 additional insureds | $30 unlimited
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Cosmetology Insurance in Arkansas
With coverage from Beauty & Bodywork Insurance (BBI), keep your focus on helping clients look and feel their absolute best. Your business is protected from liability claims in the Natural State and across the U.S.
Program Benefits
- Instant coverage
- Excellent-rated carrier
- Real humans ready to help
- Occurrence-based coverage*
- Limits you never have to share
- Monthly or yearly payment options
- 24/7 online access via user dashboard
- Option for unlimited additional insureds
- Multiple tools and supplies coverage tiers
- Single policy covers your whole beauty menu
- On-the-go coverage for all your work locations
- Plus much more!
*If you buy your policy after July 1, 2024, your policy includes occurrence-based coverage.
Beauty Services We Cover in Arkansas
From bustling Little Rock to the tranquil Ozarks and everywhere in between, your beauty services bring out the best in your clients in the Land of Opportunity. For hair, skin, nails, and more, BBI’s insurance for estheticians in Arkansas has you covered:
Coverages & Pricing
Please note these are brief definitions of coverages and your policy may be more restrictive in its language. You must refer to the actual policy for a complete description of coverages and exclusions.
AGENT RECOMMENDED
Professional Liability policy
For professionals who work in the beauty and bodywork industry
$9.99/ month
General & Professional Liability Limits
The most your policy will pay in a 12 month policy period for bodily injury and property damage claims that you become legally obligated to pay due to your business and professional services.
$3,000,000
The maximum amount your policy will pay in a 12-month period for bodily injury and property damage claims that result from the products you use to perform your services. However, it does not cover products that are sold or distributed.
$3,000,000
The amount that your policy will pay for claims arising out of one or more of the following offenses:
-False Arrest, detention or imprisonment
-Malicious prosecution
-Wrongful Eviction or Wrongful Entry
-Oral or written publications that slander or libels a person or organization
-Oral or written publication or material that violates a person’s right of privacy
-The use of another’s advertising idea in your advertisement
Included
The maximum the insurance carrier will pay for a bodily injury or property damage claim that you become legally obligated to pay due to your business and professional services.
$2,000,000
Applies to damage by fire to premises rented to the insured and to damage regardless of cause to premises (including contents) occupied by the insured for 7 days or less.
$300,000
A general liability coverage that reimburses others, without regard to the insured’s liability, for medical or funeral expenses incurred by such persons as a result of bodily injury or death sustained by accident under the conditions specified in the policy.
Any One Person: $5,000
Optional Add-Ons
Additional Insureds
$15 per | $30 unlimited
Tools & Supplies Coverage
$2 – $5.50/ month
Cyber Liability Coverage
$6.58/ month
Cupping or Microcurrent Coverage
$35/ year
Acupuncture Coverage
$403/ year
Learn more about our coverage details or optional add-ons.
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Resources for Arkansas Beauty Professionals
Beauty Industry Fast Facts
Arkansas cosmetology employment statistics as of November 2024:
Average hourly base salary: $20.56
Average yearly base salary: $47,730
Highest-paying city for cosmetologists: Little Rock
Source: Indeed
Arkansas esthetician employment statistics as of November 2024:
Average hourly base salary: $18.70
Average yearly base salary: $34,059
Highest-paying city for estheticians: North Little Rock
Source: Indeed
Arkansas Beauty License Guidelines
To offer beauty services in Arkansas, you must obtain a license from the Arkansas Department of Health (Cosmetology and Body Art Sections). Be sure to check for the most up-to-date guidelines when you’re applying for a license. These are the main steps to become licensed:
- Be at least 16 years old.
- Have completed high school or the equivalent.
- For cosmetology: complete 1,500 hours of training at a state-approved cosmetology school.
- For esthetics: complete 600 hours of training at a state-approved esthetician school.
- Pass both written and practical exams.
- Pay the required fees.
The Cosmetology Section will mail your license to you about 10-14 days after they receive your passing scores.
For more information, visit the Arkansas Department of Health. Or check out their list of approved schools.
More Helpful Links
Learn more about cosmetology and esthetics in Arkansas with these resources, including some how-to guides from the BBI blog!
Do I Need Insurance to Practice Cosmetology in Arkansas?
While the state might not require it, having beauty insurance is essential for protecting your business. With liability coverage, you’re safeguarded against unexpected expenses that could arise from accidents, injuries, or claims from clients who may feel unsatisfied with your services. This means you can focus on your appointments without the worry of handling costly claims on your own.
Additionally, many salons, spas, and venues require you to have insurance, often asking to be listed as an additional insured on your policy.
For peace of mind, meeting employment requirements, and as a signal to your clients that you’re a professional they can trust, it’s a smart choice to get cosmetology insurance in Arkansas.
Why Choose BBI for Esthetician and Cosmetology Insurance in Arkansas?
You’re in the business of beautifying, and BBI is here to support you. We provide insurance designed specifically for beauty pros like cosmetologists and estheticians, so you can focus on your craft knowing we’re handling the risks.
Get Arkansas beauty insurance that’s affordable, easy, and trusted by professionals in your field. We’re here for you every step of the way.
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