"Teen Mom 2" star Leah Messer posted to her Twitter account that she is beyond ecstatic to run a beauty salon while adding links to the Facebook Page and official website for her new business venture, Gloss.

Fans pointed out, however, that it is illegal to run a business that offers cosmetic services without being fully trained in cosmetology.

Radar Online reports the reality TV star has one year left in school before she is fully certified, although her business offers services from trained professionals with experience.

"This business is very much illegal," a spokesperson for the West Virginia State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists told Radar. "We will be launching an investigation."

The board spokesperson added Messer is still a student and that "as a student, you cannot perform services outside of the school."

Messer and her friends Leslee Pannell and Crystal Spinks are running Gloss together. The trio offers makeup sessions for $60 and beauty pageant preparations for $300.

The business also offers "on location" services, which is illegal in West Virginia as well.

"They have to have an actual shop," the spokesperson explained. "They need a location for clients to go."

Messer posted the link to her salon's website to her Twitter account, fueling negative comments from a few people.

"I mean I'd consider it if I wanted to look like a clown," @KthaPrincess tweeted.

"@Honest1B - @ChelseaHouska got in trouble w/the board when she tried to get licensed.@TM2LeahDawn will never bother to get licensed," @Jailnelle tweeted.

Despite the backlash from the public, Gloss has a few customer testimonials.

"Kylee loved her hair and makeup. Leslee picked out the cutest clothes and jewelry for Kylees pictures. We loved all the props and it was just all so awesome. It takes all the stress away when you let them style and dress your daughter! We highly recommend them!!!" Michelle Christian said.

Its website says Gloss has been featured in In Touch magazine.

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