In this special alert episode of The Learning Estheticians Podcast, Jessica breaks down the proposed “Do No Harm” rule and what it could mean for beauty school access, future estheticians, licensed professionals, schools, salons, spas, and the beauty industry as a whole.

In this episode, we cover:

• What the proposed “Do No Harm” rule is
• Why beauty organizations are concerned
• How this could affect students and future estheticians
• Why licensed estheticians should care too
• How this could impact salons, spas, hiring, and the beauty workforce
• What rights we have during the public comment period
• How to submit a comment and contact representatives

Important Deadline

Public comments are due by May 20, 2026.

Docket number: ED-2026-OPE-0100

Submit comments here:
Regulations.gov Comment Page

Sources Mentioned

Official Federal Register Proposed Rule

U.S. Department of Education Press Release

ASCP Article

AACS Article

AACS One-Pager

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