What They Do A make-up or makeup artist (MUA) is an artist whose medium is the human body, applying makeup and prosthetics on others for theatre, television, film, fashion, magazines and other similar productions including all aspects of the modeling industry. Awards given for this profession in the entertainment industry include the Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling, and entertainment industry awards such as the Emmy Awards, and the Golden Globes. In some […]
Category: Cosmetology
Massage Therapist
What They Do Massage is the manipulation of the body’s soft tissues. Massage techniques are commonly applied with hands, fingers, elbows, knees, forearms, feet, or a device. The purpose of massage is generally for the treatment of body stress or pain. A person professionally trained to give massages is traditionally known as a masseur (male) or a masseuse (female). In the United States, the title massage […]
Nail Technician
What They Do A manicurist or nail technician is a person whose occupation is to style and shape a person’s nails. This is achieved using a combination of decorating nails with coloured varnish, transfers, gems or glitter. Basic treatments include manicures and pedicures, as well as cleaning and filing nails and applying overlays or extensions. Nail technicians can also paint designs onto nails with […]
Hairstylist
What They Do Hairstylists are similar to hairdressers. A hairdresser is a person whose occupation is to cut or style hair in order to change or maintain a person’s image. This is achieved using a combination of hair coloring, haircutting, and hair texturing techniques. Most hairdressers are professionally licensed as either a hairdresser, a barber or a cosmetologist. Follow Along Similar Occupations Barber Stylist, […]
Hairdresser
What They Do A hairdresser is a person whose occupation is to cut or style hair in order to change or maintain a person’s image. This is achieved using a combination of hair coloring, haircutting, and hair texturing techniques. Most hairdressers are professionally licensed as either a hairdresser, a barber or a cosmetologist. Follow Along Similar Occupations Barber Stylist, Beautician, Cosmetologist, Hair Dresser, Hair […]
Esthetician
What They Do The general study under which an esthetician falls under is called cosmetology. Cosmetologists are trained and licensed to perform cosmetic treatments to the hair, skin, and nails. This can be expanded into multiple parts including cutting and chemically treating hair, chemical hair removal, fashion trends, wigs, nails and skin care, skin and hair […]
Barber
What They Do A barber is a person whose occupation is mainly to cut, dress, groom, style and shave men’s and boys’ hair or beards. A barber’s place of work is known as a “barbershop” or a “barber’s”. Barbershops are also places of social interaction and public discourse. In some instances, barbershops are also public forums. They […]
Aesthetician
Career description: A medical aesthetician specializes in skin care, particularly facial skin care. They are often closely associated with the field of dermatology. Aestheticians provide a variety of services, procedures, products, and consultations to help improve and maintain the appearance and health of the client’s or patient’s skin. What it’s like: Common duties: Meet with clients (or […]
Dermatologist
Career description: A dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in conditions involving the skin, hair, and nails. A dermatologist can identify and treat more than 3,000 conditions. These conditions include eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer, among many others. What it’s like: Common duties: Diagnoses and treats conditions that affect skin Treats issues like plaque psoriasis, rosacea, […]