COD Library: Cosmetology: Websites & Images

Using Websites

Listed below are high-quality websites useful for a variety of Cosmetology research, but there are endless others you can find on your own. Remember there are many specialized search tools you can use and to carefully evaluate any information you find on the web.

Quality Websites

Here's a small selection of quality websites for cosmetology professionals:

Professional Beauty Association
The PBA offers a variety of services and information resources for students.
PBA Beauty Industry Guide
A large directory of manufacturers of cosmetology and grooming products in the U.S., along with company profiles and contact information.
Cosmetology at COD
Information about the opportunities in cosmetology at COD. Current career information is also included.
OSHA Information on Safety for Hair Stylists
This site offers information on safety, health and procedures for safely managing hair salons and the protection of workers and clients.

And a small selection of quality websites with information on chemical safety in the beauty industry.

PubChem
PubChem is the world's largest collection of freely accessible chemical information. Search chemicals by name, molecular formula, structure, and other identifiers. Find chemical and physical properties, biological activities, safety and toxicity information, patents, literature citations and more.
OSHA: Beauty Industry and others
Environmental Protection Agency

Finding Images

Some starting suggestions for finding images for inspiration and presentations.