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Skincare Specialists

Also called: Aesthetician, Esthetician, Medical Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist

What they do:

Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.

On the job, you would:
  • Sterilize equipment and clean work areas.
  • Examine clients' skin, using magnifying lamps or visors when necessary, to evaluate skin condition and appearance.
  • Cleanse clients' skin with water, creams, or lotions.
On the job, you'll need:

Business

  • customer service
  • sales and marketing

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Basic Skills

  • talking to others
  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Social

  • looking for ways to help people
  • changing what is done based on other people's actions

Verbal

  • communicate by speaking
  • listen and understand what people say

Hand and Finger Use

  • keep your arm or hand steady
  • put together small parts with your fingers

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependability
  • Concern for Others
  • Self Control
  • Integrity
  • Cooperation

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft Excel

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office software

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Bright.

New job opportunities are very likely in the future. This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

Median Annual Salary: $38,060

Education

Certificate after high school is usually needed.