Cosmetologist

Background

Cosmetologists provide beauty treatments and services to help clients look and feel their best. They perform tasks like cutting and styling hair, applying makeup, giving manicures and pedicures, and treating skin. They work in salons, spas, or other beauty settings, spending their day talking with clients, using various tools and products, and staying up-to-date with the latest beauty trends.

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Makeup Artist

Nail Technician

Esthetician

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Next Step Roles

Salon Manager→Beauty Educator→Salon Owner→Specialist Cosmetologist

Publications

Beauty Store BusinessProfessional Beauty Magazine

Books

The Beauty Industry HandbookProfessional Beauty Therapy

Movies

Schitt's CreekQueer Eye

Key Figures

Vidal SassoonBobbi BrownJames BoehmerEstée Lauder

Classification

SIC Code7231, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference646.7, 391For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Beauty TherapistHair and Beauty SpecialistBeauty Professional

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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