Fresh Profile: Esthetician

Published on 2008-03-07

What is an esthetician? If you've ever enjoyed a facial treatment at a spa or health facility, you already know. Estheticians are non-medical skin specialists who administer treatments that enhance the health and beauty of skin. A career in this field requires a practicing license, which is earned after completing professional training at a cosmetology school.

Esthetician jobs are available at most personal care facilities, such as spas or salons. With extra training, you may be able to specialize in reviving skin that has been damaged through disease or injury, as with burn victims or cancer patients. Salary depends on experience, but generally ranges from $20,000 to $60,000 a year. A stable annual salary is important while you build a solid foundation of satisfied clients. After you are established with clientele, your earnings will increase based on commission.

Successful estheticians will be self-motivated individuals who are committed to improving and maintaining healthy skin for their patients through education, intervention and non-medical treatments. Routine treatments include cleansing facials, massage, hair removal and exfoliation. As with any career in personal care, esthetician jobs are best for individuals who are caring, nurturing, positive and patient. Building your patients' trust and self-esteem will enable you to put together a happy clientele and create a successful career.

To perform a job search for esthetician and other beauty jobs, please visit our Personal Care & Service section.