Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000Overview
Cosmeticians specialize in skin care, providing an array of services from applying facial masks, peels, and herbal wraps, to massages, skin analysis, exfoliation, deep cleansing, product recommendations, and makeup application. In addition, cosmeticians provide hair removal services. Most cosmeticians work in beauty salons, day spas, and hotel resorts. Some work with dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons to prepare patients before surgery and during their recovery. There are approximately 65,270 skin care specialists employed in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
High School DiplomaCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Artistic
Social
Hands On
Career Ladder
Salon or Spa Owner
Salon Director
Director of Estheticians
Experienced Cosmetician
Entry-Level Cosmetician
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