What Does a Cosmetologist Do?

Being a cosmetologist can be a glamorous job. You can help your guests love their new look, providing stunning haircuts, glowing makeup, and even intricate nail designs.

But, what does a cosmetologist actually do?

Provide Beauty Services to Clients

While what a cosmetologist can do and learn varies by state, Arizona provides a lot of opportunities for licensed cosmetologists! Cosmetologists can work in salons or spas, become a platform artist, or showcase their favorite products as a product representative.

Here are just a few of the services licensed cosmetologists can provide!

Hairstyles and Haircuts

If you’ve ever seen stunning fashion show looks or hairstyles for celebrities, it was probably a cosmetologist in charge of creating the look. Cosmetologists learn all the basics to create stunning haircuts, styles, and colors.

As trends come and go, cosmetologists continue learning and growing in an ever-changing industry to better meet the needs of their guests. While it may depend on what their clients want, cosmetologists can do fantasy colors, natural curls and perms, and more! Cosmetology is a creative career where the sky is the limit!

Skincare and Makeup

While estheticians may learn more about how to care for the skin and provide relaxing facials, licensed cosmetologists do learn the basics of skincare and makeup looks. These skills are especially important if your dream is to provide unforgettable looks for weddings or other special events.

They can even do special effects makeup like this look created by The Studio Academy of Beauty student @ghostlyleviathan.

By learning both hairstyling and makeup, licensed cosmetologists can create the whole look themselves, providing amazing value to their guests.

Manicures and Pedicures

Stunning nail art is also a part of a cosmetologist’s job. They often learn how to use a variety of nail polishes and artificial nail applications. Plus, cosmetologists learn the basics of hand massage to create the full relaxing experience guests expect when going to a nail salon.

A cosmetologist can really do it all!

Give Guests a Good Experience

Successful cosmetologists have to understand how to provide an amazing experience to each and every guest who comes to them. They have to be able to:

• Understand the relationship between hair color and skin tones to create a flattering look
• Determine the best products that give the results clients are looking for
• Evaluate hair textures and and thickness to provide a cut and color looks great for each unique individual

Being able to provide amazing services is only half of the appointment. Knowing how to talk to guests and make them comfortable while in your chair is just as important. Some guests look to their hairstylist as a chance to talk while they’re getting their haircut. If you love talking to people, a career in beauty may be for you!

If you feel you may need extra support, we strive to prepare our students at our school by giving them the experience to work with actual clients under the supervision of licensed professionals. As part of our student salon and spa, they can provide the full experience to each and every guest.

Sell Beauty Products

Cosmetologists can learn what goes into products and how they can be used to create the desired look. Choosing the right products to offer guests is so important! The products needed for someone with dry skin is completely different than what’s needed for naturally oily skin.

With an education at The Studio Academy of Beauty, you get to use a variety of products, from Redken hair products, CHI hairstyling tools, Dermalogica skincare products, and Kryolan makeup. This variety gives the foundation for a future cosmetologist to feel confident they are providing salon-quality products that make their guests want to come back for their next appointment.

Market Themselves To Get Clients

At most salons, cosmetologists are required to find their own clients. At The Studio Academy of Beauty, this is a huge focus of our education! We teach our students how to effectively use Instagram as their lookbook and portfolio. As a student you can also learn how to manage your online reputation with courses and lessons about asking for and responding to reviews.

Do You Have a Passion for Cosmetology?

If this sounds like the career for you, learn how to become a cosmetologist in Arizona! Explore the cosmetology program at The Studio Academy of Beauty and schedule a tour to learn more about financial aid*, class schedules, and when our next cosmetology class start dates are.

*Financial aid is available to those who qualify.