Cosmetics Sales Representatives

The ideal cosmetic sales representative has previous sales experience, perhaps as a clerk at a grocery or drug store or in other sales positions.

A typical cosmetics sales representative must be familiar not only with many makeup products but also their colors, hues, and scents. They must be able to apply the right blend of beauty products to different people and be able to listen closely and answer questions posed by clients. A cosmetics sales representative should be a self-motivated, "people" person with good communication and interpersonal skills. They also need confidence, patience, and a persuasive personality.