Also called: Skincare Specialist, Facialist
Gives facials, exfoliations, extractions, waxing and skin advice to improve the look and health of skin.
She sees six to eight clients: a deep-cleansing facial, two brow waxes, a chemical peel. Each one starts with a skin analysis under a magnifying lamp and ends with a recommended home routine.
BLS median about $19.98/hour; tips and product commissions add more.
Certificate, about 1 year after high school. State esthetician license (about 600-750 training hours) plus an exam.
Ways in: Trade school, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Esthetics (trade school).
Growing faster than average (about 7% over 10 years). BLS projection for skincare specialists.
Low risk for 10 years. AI skin scanners suggest products; facials, extractions and waxing are hands-on, and demand keeps growing.
Classes: Biology, Chemistry, Cosmetology CTE program.
Official data: O*NET occupation 39-5094.
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