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19 Free Cosmetology Books [PDF]

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Looking for cosmetology books? We've gathered 19 free cosmetology books in PDF, covering textbooks, hair care, skincare and esthetics, nail technology, and study guides.

These open-access textbooks cover the core areas of cosmetology education. Whether you're preparing for your licensing exam or learning salon techniques, you'll find practical resources here.

Browse by topic or download them all. Every book is free to read online or download as PDF.

Cosmetology Textbooks

These cosmetology textbooks cover the fundamentals of beauty and wellness. Topics include hair care, skincare, nail care, salon management, and infection control.

From vocational training manuals to California's licensing regulations, these books give you a solid base in professional cosmetology.

  • Beauty & Wellness

    Comprehensive Indian vocational textbook covering beauty therapy basics, skincare, manicure/pedicure, and depilation services.

    Pss Central Institute of Vocational Education

    Format: PDF 160 pages 6.13 MB
  • Cosmetology and Beauty Therapy

    Kerala government reference book covering makeup artistry, mehendi, flower arrangement, beauty business management, and wellness.

    Government of Kerala-Department of Education

    Format: PDF 118 pages 0.89 MB
  • Barbering and Cosmetology Act and Barbering and Cosmetology Regulations

    California state licensing regulations for barbering and cosmetology professionals, updated through 2020. Essential licensing reference.

    BarberCosmo Board of Barbering & Cosmetology

    Format: PDF 166 pages 1.22 MB
  • Cosmetology

    Official Pakistan Grade 9 textbook covering cosmetology concepts, hair care, hair coloring, makeup basics, and salon management.

    National Vocational and Technical Training Commission

    Format: PDF 121 pages 3.5 MB
  • Cosmetology

    Comprehensive reference covering all cosmetology disciplines: foundation, eyes, hair, nails, skincare, grooming, plus a cosmetic ingredient dictionary.

    Global Media

    Format: PDF 274 pages 2.19 MB

Cosmetology: Hair Care and Styling Books

Hair care is the largest branch of cosmetology. These books cover cutting, coloring, styling, and chemical treatments.

You'll find guides on hair design fundamentals and salon-ready techniques for aspiring stylists.

Cosmetology: Skincare and Esthetics Books

Skincare and esthetics is a core area of cosmetology education. These books cover facial treatments, skin analysis, and professional beauty therapy.

Ideal for esthetician students learning waxing, makeup application, and client care.

  • Esthetics

    Official Pakistan textbook covering basic and advanced facials, henna application, nutrition and fitness, and soft skills for esthetics students.

    NAVTTC Pakistan (Dr. Shumaila Waqas)

    Format: PDF 64 pages 2.77 MB
  • Beauty Guide - Skin Care

    Comprehensive skin care guide covering cosmeceuticals, skin types, cleansing, peeling, moisturization, sun care, acne, wrinkles, and cellulite treatment.

    Training and Development Department

    Format: PDF 129 pages 4.34 MB
  • Skincare Services

    Indian government vocational textbook covering skin anatomy and physiology, cleansing, toners, moisturizers, and bleaching services for beauty therapists.

    NCERT India

    Format: PDF 32 pages 3.37 MB
  • Assistant Beauty Therapist

    Official NCERT Class X vocational textbook (2021) for beauty therapists covering skincare, makeup, depilation, and professional beauty services.

    NCERT / PSSCIVE India

    Format: PDF 127 pages 6.46 MB

Cosmetology: Nail Technology Books

Nail technology is the third pillar of cosmetology. These books cover manicure, pedicure, nail art, and product science.

Practical guides for students learning nail care services and hand treatments.

  • Beauty Care (Nail Care) Services

    Philippine K-12 educational module covering nail care tools, equipment maintenance, health and safety procedures, and basic nail design techniques.

    Department of Education Philippines

    Format: PDF 124 pages 1.81 MB
  • Basics of Cosmetology

    Indian university study material with dedicated units on pedicure, manicure, nail art, skin and hair care, and face makeup for cosmetology students.

    Kamaraj Women's College

    Format: PDF 75 pages 1.92 MB

Cosmetology Study Guides

Preparing for your cosmetology exam? These study guides cover the key topics for state board certification.

Use them alongside your textbooks to review practice tests and exam requirements.

  • Cosmetology Certification Exam

    Four full-length practice tests plus a 250-question refresher course covering all cosmetology certification exam areas with detailed answer explanations.

    LearningExpress

    Format: PDF 131 pages 1.3 MB
  • Cosmetology Exam Preparation Guide

    Kansas state cosmetology exam guide covering written and practical exam requirements, scheduling, identification rules, and service procedure checklists.

    Kansas Board of Cosmetology / NTN

    Format: PDF 35 pages 0.53 MB

Cosmetology Articles

These academic articles explore the science behind cosmetic products. Topics include formulation, safety, and health risks.

Useful for advanced students and professionals interested in cosmetic chemistry and regulatory standards.

That covers our collection of free cosmetology books. From general textbooks to hair care, skincare, nails, and exam prep, everything is ready to download.

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