We are now in an era where a lot of people are cautious about their skin and hair. Many years ago, people didn’t give these parts of the body (skin especially) so much attention unlike now when there is heightened awareness and emphasis on skincare. And, considering the new shift, cosmetologists are needed as a valuable asset to guide how the skin and other part of the body is properly taken care of.
What is the Job of a Cosmetologist?
Cosmetologists are professionals in the beauty and fashion industry who give advice and guidance on how to handle skin issues and maintain good and healthy skin, hair, and nails. Therefore, it is safe to say that Cosmetologists can be consulted for all hair, nail, and skin-related concerns. They are now widely available, making their services accessible to many Nigerians. This, in turn, has contributed to the growing trend of skin consciousness in modern society.
Responsibilities of Cosmetologist
- Suggesting products that will work perfectly for skin care issues based on the skin type of the client.
- Performing facials and other skin treatments on clients.
- Offering consultation services to individuals who need to know how to go about their skincare routine.
- Learning and staying current on beauty, fashion trends, and products.
- Giving genuine product reviews after the products have been used or tested by you.
- Providing general scalp treatment.
- Conducting waxing for hair removal.
- Offering nail painting and cuticle care services to clients.
Skills needed by a cosmetologist
- Patience
- Time Management
- Creativity
- Communication
- Marketing
- Negotiation
- Empathy
- Problem-Solving
- Waxing
- Makeup Application
- Skin rolling
- Face Tapping
- Lymph drainage
- Acupressure Massage
Where Can a Cosmetologist Work?
A cosmetologist can work in different settings such as :
- Salons
- Spas
- Beauty Clinics
- Skin Care Companies
They can also decide to own a brand of their own which means that they can be entrepreneurs. Another option is to be a consultant; however, this is only possible if such a cosmetologist has vast experience in the field.
Becoming an entrepreneur in cosmetology or a consultant allows you to take over your career and use your skills and experience in different ways. And, if you are wondering what experience you need to work, you don’t necessarily need to be experienced in all areas; while a person can focus on haircutting and styling, another person may do well in nail art or makeup application. Whichever path you choose, just be sure that it is one you know about very well.
How Much Salary Do Cosmetologists Make?
Cosmetologists do not have a fixed salary because it contains different beauty services. A cosmetologist who is only all about skincare can earn more than a cosmetologist in hair care or vice versa. Also, for cosmetologists who do not work for themselves, but companies, the salary can vary across different companies or settings. However, according to Salary Explorer, the salary of a cosmetologist in Nigeria ranges from N107,000 to N368,000 monthly.
