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COSMETOLOGY CAREERS AND SALARIES How much is the average cosmetology salary?
According to both NACCAS and the United States Department of Labor, salon professionals can average up to a $50,000 annual salary including tips. The 2003 NACCAS Job Demand Survey reveals that cosmetologists have dramatically increased their earning power today with zero unemployment due to the severe shortage of licensed salon professionals. Some of the main factors that determine a cosmetology income include the size and location of the salon, hours worked, the tipping habits of clients, and competition from other salons and shops. The cosmetologist's ability to bring in and maintain regular
clients is another factor in determining cosmetologist salaries. According to The United States Department of Labor many cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers receive commissions based on the price of the service, or they earn a salary based on hours worked. Nearly every professional in the cosmetology industry receive tips and commissions for the products they sell. Some salons that pay bonuses to employees who bring in new business.
What are my career options after attending beauty school?
There are a wide variety of professional careers you can pursue after earning a degree from a beauty or cosmetology school.
These beauty jobs include: Cosmetologist, Hairstylist, Haircolor Specialist, Perm Specialist, Esthetician, Nailcare Artists, Manicurist, Salon Owner, School Instructor, Salon Manager, Salon Coordinator, Salon Sales Consultant, Manufacturer Sales Representative, Makeup Artist, Director of Education, Distributor's Sales Representative, Fashion Show Stylist, Photo and Movie Stylist, Platform Artist and Educator, Beauty Magazine Writer, Beauty Magazine Editor, Cosmetology School Owner, Beautycare Marketing, Salon Franchisee, Salon Chain Management, Beautycare Distributor, Salon Computer Expert, Beautycare PR Specialist, Research Chemist, Beauty Product Designer, Beauty Business Consultant, Trade Show Director, or Beauty School Owner.
One great place to find beauty jobs is on the Beauty School Lounge job board. Employers at salon, spa and other beauty businesses nationwide post more beauty and cosmetology job openings every day. Register, post your resume and pictures of your work in a LookBook and start applying for jobs to kick off your beauty career!
Which jobs in the field of beauty and cosmetology are in most demand?
According to the United States Department of Labor, the U.S. employment rates for hairdressers, hairstylists, cosmetologists, skin care specialists and shampooers are projected to grow between 10 and 20 percent through the year 2010. Employment of manicurists and pedicurists is expected to increase even more - between 21 and 35 percent over the same period!
 
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