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Skincare Specialists
SOC: 39-5094 • Data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics & O*NET
What They Do
Skincare Specialists typically perform the following tasks:
• Sterilize equipment and clean work areas.
• Cleanse clients' skin with water, creams, or lotions.
• Demonstrate how to clean and care for skin properly and recommend skin-care regimens.
• Determine which products or colors will improve clients' skin quality and appearance.
• Keep records of client needs and preferences and the services provided.
• Treat the facial skin to maintain and improve its appearance, using specialized techniques and products, such as peels and masks.
• Examine clients' skin, using magnifying lamps or visors when necessary, to evaluate skin condition and appearance.
• Perform simple extractions to remove blackheads.
• Select and apply cosmetic products, such as creams, lotions, and tonics.
• Stay abreast of latest industry trends, products, research, and treatments.
• Apply chemical peels to reduce fine lines and age spots.
• Refer clients to medical personnel for treatment of serious skin problems.
• Provide facial and body massages.
• Remove body and facial hair by applying wax.
• Tint eyelashes and eyebrows.
• Collaborate with plastic surgeons and dermatologists to provide patients with preoperative and postoperative skin care.
• Advise clients about colors and types of makeup and instruct them in makeup application techniques.
• Sell makeup to clients.
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Key facts
Median: $41,560
Employment: 97,400
Growth (2024–2034):
+7.0%
Education:
Postsecondary
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Career Intelligence Metrics
Automation Risk Assessment
Medium RiskWork-Life Balance Score
8.7/10Personality Fit (RIASEC Profile)
5.6
Realistic
4.6
Investigative
6.6
Artistic
8.8
Social
5.6
Enterprising
5.4
Conventional
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Top Skills
Business skills
Customer-service skills
Initiative
Physical stamina
Tidiness
Time-management skills
Strengths
- High Demand
- Flexible Work
- Continuous Learning
Challenges
- Burnout Risk
- Rapid Technological Change
Median Salary Comparison
Employment projection (2024–2034)
Geographic Employment & Wage Analysis
BLS OEWS Data Updated 2024-05States with Highest Employment
- California 13,820
- Florida 6,320
- Texas 5,510
- New York 3,670
- Pennsylvania 3,320
- North Carolina 2,170
- New Jersey 2,030
- Washington 2,000
- Michigan 1,920
- Colorado 1,770
BLS OEWS data (2024-05)
Regional Wage Variations
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California -12%$36,390
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Florida -8%$38,060
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Texas 3%$42,940
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New York +10%$45,770
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Pennsylvania +6%$43,920
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North Carolina +11%$46,120
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New Jersey +11%$46,130
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Washington +56%$64,880
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Michigan +12%$46,620
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Colorado +21%$50,270
BLS OEWS state wage data
Top Metropolitan Areas
New York-Newark-Jersey City
Employment: High
Growth: +3.2%
Los Angeles-Long Beach
Employment: High
Growth: +2.8%
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
Employment: Medium
Growth: +1.5%
Dallas-Fort Worth
Employment: Medium
Growth: +4.1%
San Francisco-Oakland
Employment: High
Growth: +2.3%
Based on BLS metropolitan area data
Industries with Highest Concentrations
Offices of physicians
85%
Traveler accommodation
70%
Health and personal care retailers
55%
Regional Job Market Outlook
Strong
West Coast
Stable
Northeast
Growing
South