While many of us are aware of the basic jobs in the beauty industry, there are many more jobs for cosmetologists. Below is a list of 7 of the more unusual jobs associated with the world of beauty
Mobile Manicurist
With today’s busy, fast-paced world many people are finding less time to go to the salons. Well now the manicurist can come to you. Mobile manicurists are springing up across the country. They come to the customers to provide them with services they need. The job entails the same job requirements as a manicurist or nail technician but it is done in the customer’s home setting.
Permanent Makeup
A new trend available in many salons, is permanent makeup or cosmetic tattooing. This involves tattooing of pigment onto the skin to have your face appear made-up all the time. It is often used for lips and eyes and eyebrows.
Mortuary Beautician
A job that may seem a little unusual but utilizes a wide range of beauty skills is a mortuary beautician. This job requires the ability to perform all the salon services (such as hair and makeup) on recently deceased individuals. Due to the fact that you are working with the deceased these jobs often pay well.
Bikini Wax Design
As waxing is becoming a more common service in salons, it is no surprise that cosmetologists are beginning to turn it into a creative art form.
Hair Art
Whether it is for a runway show, photo shoot, or hair show, hair art is becoming a new part of the fashion world. This job is similar to styling, but typically the final product created will look like a sculpture or piece of art. This may include incorporating items into the hair as well as various types of hairpieces.
Body and Hair Dazzling
In this procedure, the cosmetologist uses jewels, gems and glitter. They then apply them to the hair or body of the client. This can be done on a pattern the client requests or left up to the beautician to finish the overall look.
Sci-Fi Movie Makeup Artist
Many people dream of working in the movies. Well cosmetologists can be a part of the film as a makeup artist. There is a high demand on the set of science fiction movies for qualified, creative makeup artists.
Not the same as typical makeup, this job typically incorporates prosthetics, false hair, and extensive body makeup.
If you are interested in pursuing any of these careers, or any other jobs in the beauty industry, you must first obtain your cosmetology license. If you are interested in cosmetology training, please contact us by phone or via our online form.