Beauty Salons
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 812112 directly.
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Official definition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments (except those known as barber shops or men's hair stylist shops) primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) cutting, trimming, shampooing, coloring, waving, or styling hair; (2) providing facials; and (3) applying makeup (except permanent makeup).
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Illustrative examples
- Beauty parlors or shops
- Facial salons or shops
- Combined beauty and barber shops
- Hairdressing salons or shops
- Cosmetology salons or shops
- Unisex or women's hair stylist shops
Which code does this activity belong in?
Beauty salons provide hair care services including cutting, shampooing, coloring, and styling, along with facials and makeup application, serving clientele beyond men and boys. They differ from barber shops, which focus exclusively on men's and boys' hair cutting, trimming, styling, and beard grooming. Nail salons are classified separately because they specialize in nail care services such as manicures and pedicures rather than hair or skin services.
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