Cosmetology has a variety of fields such as hair styling, aesthetics,
manicure, pedicure and electrolysis which one can specialize in. This
is a profession, possible to practice in more than one specialisation
concurrently. To achieve professionalism and a good reputation in this
field, a beauty specialist must blend their technical skills with a dash
of creativity and imagination.
• Hair styling:
A specialized area of cosmetology, hair styling deals not only with cutting
but also with other services such as shampooing, colouring, texturizing,
perming, straightening, bonding and also restorative treatment. In hairstyling
alone, one can specialise in cuts, colour, or perms and even choose to
be a wig stylist. Hair specialists use a wide range of techniques to make
hair look healthy and attractive. They advice clients on suitable hairstyles
and teach them how to care for their hair. They are required to know about
the care and application of hairpieces, wigs and other accessories. • Aesthetics:
Estheticians deals with the skin care treatments such as facial treatment,
massage, waxing, peeling etc. The estheticians also do aromatherapy, spa
treatments, make ups, body wraps, and also laser treatments. They should
be aware of skin types and also knowledgeable to recommend skin care products
for their clients apt for their skins. Qualified estheticians can even
work in hospitals by training patients how to take care of their skin
after surgery. • Manicure and
Pedicure: Derived from the Latin words 'manus' (hands) and 'cura' (care)
a manicurist take care of hands and nails. They beautify the hands and
nails by cleaning and shaping the nails. Besides putting nail polishes
some manicurist may decorate nails with paintings or designs or even with
imitation jewels. The same treatment done on feet is called pedicure.
One could even specialize in mehandi designing, which is used to decorate
hands and legs. • Electrolysis:
An electrologist removes unwanted hair permanently using a method called
electrolysis that uses an electric probe. Laser treatment is an advanced
form of hair removal by radiation of light.
Medical Cosmetology is a scientific field of medicine and medical cosmetologist
or Cosmetic dermatologists can start his own practice or work in any hospital
as Cosmetic surgeons, dermatologists and surgical aides. They are physicians
first, who care for the external aspects of the living body. They treat
diseases and prescribe treatments taking the health of the patient into
consideration. They do surgical procedures such as liposuction, lifting
of body parts, correcting deformities thus reshaping and correcting abnormalities,
as well as non surgical procedures like chemical peeling of skin, administering
botox, thread lift etc for rejuvenation.
Cosmetologists can get jobs in cosmetic companies or industries. Cosmetic
companies like Revlon, Lakme offer a number of opportunities as beauty
executives, cosmetologists and even beauty advisors or consultants. Another
opportunity in Cosmetic firms is as a salesperson, and for this in addition
to detailed knowledge of the products they promote, they must possess
excellent knowledge of grooming, skin, hair and nail care.
The specialized fields of cosmetology such as hairstyling, skin care,
cosmetics, manicure/pedicure, and electrology offers a variety of job
opportunities in the respective areas. Beauty saloons, spas, resorts and
star hotels are some other areas one could get a job after becoming a
Cosmetologist. Experienced cosmetologists, especially make up artists
& hair stylists are in great demand in the fashion, advertising, film,
television and theatre industry. In this field, Makeup artistes require
specialized knowledge of make-up applications that will hold out under
powerful studio lighting.
Beauty care specialists can work with beauty parlours ranging from luxurious
salons at five star hotels to commercial establishments and small, intimate
owner-run parlours. A beginner in this field can work under an experienced
beautician, which helps to gain a tremendous amount of experience and
to keep in touch with new developments. After gaining the requisite experience,
one could set up their own beauty saloons or clinics. To open their own
parlour, one need thorough professional knowledge of beauty culture, sufficient
funds, an accessible location, quality equipment and materials and dollops
of business sense.
One can also be appointed as instructors in health clubs and allied fields
or teach in Cosmetology schools. They can work as a Consultant Cosmetology
expert in newspapers, magazines and web publishers.
