Skin Care & Esthetics Schools in California

With the reputation California has for being focused on beauty, it's no surprise that the demand for qualified estheticians in California is high. Interest in the profession is robust, as well. In a recent 9-month period, nearly 3,000 new estheticians were licensed in California. Working in a licensed salon in California, estheticians perform a wide range of skin care treatments, from facials and skin analysis to hair removal and makeup application, not to mention steams, wraps, extractions and so many more skin care services. To work in California, estheticians must be licensed by the state's Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. There are many esthetics schools in California, including several affiliated with national beauty companies. Courses typically include skin analysis and care, hair removal, exfoliation, salon management, facials and makeup application. For those looking for approved California esthetics schools, you've come to the right place. Students must graduate from an approved school and have at least 600 hours of training to be eligible for the state licensing exam. The California esthetician license exam includes a practical portion testing the applicant's skills in areas like set-up and client protection, eyebrow shaping and hair removal, facial massage, facial mask and facial makeup. Annual income for California estheticians is slightly higher than the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that California skin care specialists earn about $33,000 each year, with plenty of potential for additional income through tips, and lots of opportunity to grow in the field. Not only is it one of the highest paying states in the nation for estheticians, it also has two of the top five highest paying metro areas - San Francisco and Sunnyvale. The benefits of becoming an esthetician are many. In addition to helping others look their best, estheticians can help clients feel better, as well, through facial massage and assisting clients in proper, healthy skin care. For those who are eternal learners, constant developments in skin care science and product development give estheticians opportunities to learn and grow in the profession. Staying on top of the latest and best skin care techniques can help keep the profession interesting and challenging in the long-term. If you are considering becoming an esthetician in California, check out the CA esthetics schools below to get started.

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CALIFORNIA (alphabetized by city)
Alameda Beauty College | Alameda, CA
We are a full-service school and salon where students learn and practice on real people. Our clients receive hair, skin and nail services from our students under the...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Anaheim, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Bakersfield, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Milan Institute | Bakersfield, CA
Milan Institute offers the training you need to reach your career goals as a cosmetologist...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Burbank, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Academy for Salon Professionals | Canoga Park, CA
Our system will provide both goals for your progress and a measure of your success, and will prepare you to grow your career and cash flow in our exciting industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Chico, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | City of Industry, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Milan Institute | Clovis / Fresno area, CA
Milan Institute in Clovis, CA offers the training you need to reach your career goals as a cosmetologist or esthetician. Our focus is on you. Our staff is...
W Institute of Cosmetology | Concord, CA
W Institute is a Sassoon Academy Connection Member School, one out of 21 in the world, the only Sassoon Academy Connection School in Northern California.
Salon Success Academy | Corona, CA
Our philosophy is to treat each student as part of our family, providing them with every opportunity to complete their studies at the lowest cost possible.
Bellus Academy- East San Diego County Campus | El Cajon, CA
Bellus Academy is dedicated to graduating the top beauty and wellness industry professionals by providing quality education.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | El Cajon, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Milan Institute of Cosmetology | Fairfield, CA
Milan Institute of Cosmetology in Fairfield, CA offers the training you need to reach your career goals as a cosmetologist, esthetician, or manicurist. Our focus is on you.
Salon Success Academy | Fontana, CA
Our philosophy is to treat each student as part of our family, providing them with every opportunity to complete their studies at the lowest cost possible.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Fresno, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Career Academy of Beauty | Garden Grove, CA
Our schools are owned and operated by people dedicated to the beauty industries. It is our goal to provide training leading into careers into the beauty industry.
Newberry School of Beauty | Granada Hills, CA
Newberry School of Beauty has been training students in the field of Cosmetology since December of 1949. The school has earned a reputation for excellence and quality...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Hayward, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the beauty industry. It is the objective and goal of Marinello Schools...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Hemet, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training. for students entering the beauty industry. It is the objective and goal of Marinello Schools...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Huntington Beach, CA
We are the largest and longest established chain of beauty schools serving California and Nevada. Marinello has a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality...
Milan Institute of Cosmetology | La Quinta, CA
Milan Institute in La Quinta, CA offers the training you need to reach your career goals as a cosmetologist, manicurist, esthetician, and cosmetology instructor.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Lake Forest, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Palace Beauty College | Los Angeles, CA
Our school is carefully designed to simulate a salon environment for the sole purpose of beauty education. It is equipped with modem visual and teaching aids, and possesses...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Los Angeles-East, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Los Angeles-West, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
North Adrian's Beauty College | Modesto, CA
We are dedicated to our industry and committed to providing high quality education. We are nationally accredited to ensure we meet high standards and are members of...
Safavi Institute of Cosmetology and Esthetics, a Paul Mitchell Partner School | Modesto, CA
We believe that education is an adventure and that the learning experience needs to be fun. When you tour...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Murrieta, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Ontario, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Palmdale, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Bellus Academy- North San Diego County Campus | Poway, CA
Bellus Academy is dedicated to graduating the top beauty and wellness industry professionals by providing quality education.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Redding, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Salon Success Academy | Redlands, CA
Our philosophy is to treat each student as part of our family, providing them with every opportunity to complete their studies at the lowest cost possible.
Federico Beauty Institute | Sacramento, CA
Federico Beauty Institute is a fully-accredited third-generation, family-owned and operated beauty school founded by James Federico in 1946...
Salon Success Academy | San Bernardino, CA
Our philosophy is to treat each student as part of our family, providing them with every opportunity to complete their studies at the lowest cost possible.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | San Diego-Miramar, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Cinta Aveda Institute | San Francisco, CA
Located in cosmopolitan downtown San Francisco just 3 blocks from BART, the Cinta Aveda Institute is the perfect setting for your professional education. Our hands-on programs...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | San Francisco, CA
We are the largest and longest established chain of beauty schools serving California and Nevada. Marinello has a long...
Advance Beauty Techs Academy | San Jacinto, CA
We consider each student as an individual with his or her own needs and creative desires. We strive to fulfill...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | San Rafael, CA
Founded in 1905, Marinello Schools of Beauty is the largest and longest established chain of beauty schools serving California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon and Utah...
Academy for Salon Professionals | Santa Clara, CA
The Academy for Salon Professionals is the first Redken-affiliated School in California. Its programs, state-of-the-art facility, and faculty are leaving...
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Santa Clara, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Seaside, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Simi Valley, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Hollywood Beauty College | Stockton, CA
We offer courses that address the occupational needs of the industry, utilize modern equipment, and employ a caring staff of professionals. Hollywood Beauty College maintains...
Royale College of Beauty | Temecula, CA
Royale College of Beauty has been providing a quality education in the Temecula/Murrieta area for over twenty years. The mission of RCB...
Adrian' Beauty College of Tracy, Inc | Tracy, CA
Adrian's Beauty Colleges are three separately owned corporate colleges founded by Adrian Cochran. They are located in the beautiful inland bay of...
Salon Success Academy | Upland, CA
Our philosophy is to treat each student as part of our family, providing them with every opportunity to complete their studies at the lowest cost possible.
Blake Austin College | Vacaville, CA
Located just outside California's capital, in Vacaville, Blake Austin College provides students a comfortable and positive learning environment and offers programs in Cosmetology, Esthetics/Massage Therapy and Massage Therapy.
Lu Ross Academy of Beauty & Health | Ventura, CA
The programs at Lu Ross Academy offer a well-rounded education that enables our graduates to establish a successful career in their chosen field.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Victorville, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
Marinello Schools of Beauty | Visalia, CA
Marinello Schools of Beauty have a long, distinguished history of success for providing quality education and training for students entering the cosmetology industry.
These schools also accept students from California (alphabetized by state, then city)
Paul Mitchell the School- Salt Lake City | Salt Lake City, UT
Paul Mitchell The School - Salt Lake City is not a typical beauty school. We are a thriving learning community offering comprehensive Cosmetology and Esthetics programs...