L’Oréal Philippines, in partnership with the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), has teamed up with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to raise professional hairdressing standards in the country, equipping Filipino stylists with world-class skills and opening more livelihood opportunities.
Under the collaboration, L’Oréal Philippines will share its expertise and resources with TESDA to enhance and update the Hairdressing NC II Certification. Through advanced training, Filipino hairdressers will learn the latest techniques and trends, allowing them to improve their craft and access more opportunities in salons, freelance work, and the creator economy.
The updated program will also feature the L’Oréal Color Certification, a global training course designed to produce colorists with internationally recognized skills. To support hands-on learning, L’Oréal Philippines will provide professional-grade products for the training, ensuring trainees have access to world-class tools and materials.
The L’Oréal Academy, located in the company’s new headquarters in Mandaluyong City, will likewise serve as a TESDA-accredited hairdressing assessment center, giving graduates formal recognition of their competencies under the national certification framework.
“At L’Oréal, we believe that beauty has the power to transform lives. This partnership with TESDA is part of our commitment to inclusive growth ensuring that more Filipinos, especially women and underserved communities, gain access to education, skills, and sustainable livelihoods. By equipping Filipino stylists with world-class skills, we are creating livelihood opportunities and strengthening the future of Philippine hairdressing,” said L’Oréal Philippines country managing director Yassine Bakkari.
TESDA secretary and director general Jose Francisco Benitez said the collaboration shows how skills development can unlock opportunities for many Filipinos.
“Hairdressing is about culture, livelihood, and dignity. Together, we are raising the bar for the profession and allowing every Filipino hairdresser to compete on the world stage,” he said.
