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Beautician Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

A Beautician, or Cosmetologist is a person who offers cosmetic services to walk-in customers. Their primary duties are hairstyling, make-up application and skincare services.

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Beautician duties and responsibilities

A Beautician identifies and takes care of the cosmetic needs of customers in different ways. They ensure that customers walk out of the door looking good and feeling confident. Typical Beautician key duties and responsibilities include:

  • Receiving customer bookings and arranging appointments over the phone
  • Receiving and greeting walk-in customers on arrival
  • Providing skincare guidelines to customers
  • Providing deep tissue, hot stone, Indian head and Swedish massage
  • Cleaning and sterilising beauty treatment equipment
  • Performing brow tinting, manicures and nail extensions
  • Keeping track of lotions, nail polishes, facial creams, and other beauty products
  • Recognising problems and referring customers to dermatologists, plastic surgeons, chiropractors and physiotherapists or other medical practitioners
  • Collaborating with the staff to keep the work area clean and create a pleasant atmosphere for the clients
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Beautician Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Company Description

Casa Bella is a brand new luxurious Beauty Salon / Spa located in the heart of Belsize Park just a one minute walk away from the tube station.

We aim to provide the best quality treatments for our clients, in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere with a focus on quality products and customer satisfaction.

We are looking for experienced and talented beauticians to join our growing team!

Job Description

We are looking for experienced and hard working therapists with a minimum of three years beauty salon experience. Weekend work will be required.

We offer a very competitive payment structure and benefits along with rapid career progression based on performance. Salary and benefits packages include commission (dependent on experience), free Hydrafacial / Environ training, paid lunch breaks, free treatments and discounts on salon products!

Experience Required

You should have a minimum of 3 years experience in the beauty industry and be able to carry out the following treatments confidently:

- Facials (Hydrafacial and Environ - training can be provided)

- Waxing

- Eyebrow and Lash treatments (threading, tint)

- Massage

You must have the right to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 30 per week

Salary: £12.00-£18.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • Employee discount
    Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Commission pay
  • Tips

    COVID-19 considerations:
    Therapists are encouraged to wear face masks



    Experience:
  • beauty: 2 years (required)

    Licence/Certification:
  • NVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy (required)

    Work authorisation:
  • United Kingdom Location: In person

    • Example 2

    Fitness In Time is the place women go to look and feel fantastic. We have been helping the women of Abingdon for over 13 years and in that time, have seen thousands of happy customers improve their health, wellbeing and fitness. We offer simple, easy to follow workouts that help our members tone & shape their bodies, improve their health and achieve goals they never thought possible. Our Beauty Salon provides luxury treatments to help with their positive mindset and feel confident. We have a vacancy for a skilled and professional beauty therapist within our ladies-only gym in Abingdon. We are looking for someone who will provide first-class treatments who is dependable, skilled, organised and friendly. You will have sole responsibility for the beauty treatments whilst getting support from the rest of the team. Required Skills/Qualifications * NVQ Level 3 Beauty * 2 years experience * Intimate waxing - Strip wax & hot wax * Eyebrow & eyelash treatments * Manicures & Pedicures * Gelish / Shellac * Massage * Facials * Excellent communication skills * Professional and polite * Excellent organisations skills & timekeeping Desirable * Polygel Extensions * Retail experience * Hot stone massage * Spray tan This role is suitable for someone who wants the challenge of running their own beauty salon, but with the support of a team around them. If you are interested or would like to apply, please contact us. Part-time hours: 16-38 per week Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Salary: From £10.00 per hour Additional pay: * Performance bonus * Tips Benefits: * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Gym membership * On-site parking * Wellness programmes Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends * NVQ Level 3 Beauty Therapy (required) Work remotely: * No

    Example 3

    We are a award winning high end luxury Beauty salon & Lash Bar, passionate in bringing a high level of service and treatment to our clients. Growing rapidly and we’re very excited to be expanding our team this year. Our vision is to become the most sought after salon for those clients who only want the most advanced treatments and ultimate in customer experience. Our aim is to employ talented therapist who are ready to take the next step in their career, grow and work within our company to develop their skills, gain new qualifications and have a rewarding career We believe in working with your goals and helping you achieve them. Who are we looking for? We are looking for a dedicated Beauty therapist who wants to grow with us and want to expand her knowledge in the industry. Ideally a level 3 therapist You will be part of a team who have exceptional standards, friendly and support you to grow and become the best . When you join us, you will benefit from: Excellent pay Pension Commission Excellent training opportunities 1-2-1 training with our CEO Working in a luxury environment Working with a professional and friendly team We are looking for 1-2 therapist to join us we can also accommodate both full time and part time applications Job Type: Full-time Salary: per year Licence: * NVQ Level 3 Beauty Therapy (Required)

    Example 4

    Come and join the team at Dannylee Aesthetics!

    We are recruiting beauty therapists for the latest expansion to the multi-award winning Dannylee brand. Our successful Aesthetic & Skincare Clinic has been established in Cannock now for 4 years. Due to our success we would now like to expand our treatment menu into offering our clients beauty treatments such as laser hair removal, manicure, pedicures and waxing just to name a few.

    We have 100s of potential clients awaiting your arrival : )

    Our therapists will be professional, friendly and above all have passion and expertise in your field of all things beauty.

    We have various hours & shift patterns available to suit your requirements.

    If you’re interested and want to be a part of our team, please make sure your full CV is attached to your Indeed application + any additional material such as professional social media accounts would be highly beneficial to your application.

    Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Full Time

    Additional:

  • Tips
  • Discounts across the Dannylee group.
  • 28 days holiday (pro rata) including bank holidays

    Minimum Qualifications:

  • Beauty Therapy NVQ/SVQ Level 2 (required)

    Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

    Salary: From £10.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Employee discount
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Cannock, WS11 1AH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:
  • Beauty Therapy: 2 years 2/Level 3 Beauty Therapy qualification (required)

    • What does a Beautician do?

    Beauticians provide a range of beauty services that include body scrubs, tanning treatments, hair removal, face masks and anti-stress massages. They perform skin analysis and advise customers about their skin, hair and body. They also perform facials, waxing and aromatherapy treatments. Sometimes, a Beautician recommends patients to medical practitioners such as plastic surgeons, physiotherapists and dermatologists.

    Beauticians also up-sell and cross-sell various beauty services and products to walk-in customers. Their working hours vary depending on the requirements of the salon or beauty Centrex in which they work. Larger salons operate two or three shifts that cover evenings and the weekend.

    Beautician skills and qualifications

    Beauticians have to be being pleasant, tactful and sensitive to customers looking for body and facial treatments. They must also be familiar with skincare therapies such as peeling, exfoliation and moisturisation. A successful Beautician candidate will also have various prerequisite skills and qualifications that typically include:

    • Working knowledge of beauty, wellness and cosmetic products
    • Ability to assess and identify skin imperfections
    • Ability to perform waxing, pedicure, manicures and nail reconstruction
    • Ability to offer personalised beauty services
    • Knowledge of make-up application and relaxing massage techniques
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Good hand-eye coordination
    • Professional appearance and a positive attitude

    Beautician experience requirements

    A Beautician needs at least six months of experience as a Cosmetologist, Hair Stylist or a Beauty Therapist. Ideal candidates also have experience with beauty treatments. Some customers request a massage, which is why this person needs to know how to perform various types of massages. Most Beauticians start as Hair Styling Assistants shampooing customers’ hair and cleaning the salon ready for the next day. Employers hiring for specialist roles like Hair Stylist or Aesthetician, expect at least three to five years of experience from potential candidates.

    Beautician education and training requirements

    Ideally, a Beautician undergoes professional training in cosmetology, beauty therapy or a related field before they can provide personal care or beauty services. While no formal education is necessary for this role, the applicant must have professional training in skin, hair, nails, makeup and beauty treatments. Consider applicants with a Level 2 & 3 Massage or Beauty Therapy Qualification. Formal training in cosmetology, beauty therapy or a related field is also a plus.

    Beautician salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, a Beautician earns £10.65 per hour in the UK depending on their work experience, job location and job demands.

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    Beautician job description FAQs

    What is the difference between a Beautician and a Beauty Consultant?

    A Beautician is a person who provides various beauty services like manicures, pedicures, waxing and make-up application. A Beauty Consultant promotes and sells cosmetic products in stores and chemists, advising on products and how to use them. A Beautician mostly deals with the practical aspects such as beauty treatments while a Beauty Consultant guides customers seeking to improve their looks.

    Who does a Beautician report to?

    A Beautician reports to the Spa Manager or the Salon Manager. In their absence, a beautician reports to a supervisor or any of the Senior Beauticians.

    Where do Beauticians work?

    A Beautician usually works in beauty centres and salons, health clubs, spas, thermal baths, massage parlours, chemists and perfume shops. They also work in hotels and hospitality facilities that have beauty and wellness areas. Some of them are mobile, which means they can visit customers in their homes.

    What qualities should you look for in a Beautician?

    A Beautician has to be adept in identifying a client’s beauty needs and recommending products or services to them. A Beautician must also know how to use a variety of treatments and equipment to treat skin and body conditions. Most importantly, they must be able to listen to their customers and handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

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