Beauty Therapists

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Weekly Wage
< $1,250
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47%53%
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Currently Employed
Workers
40,300
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< 5k
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Average
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Career Details

Beauty Therapists provide skin analyses, facial therapies, skin-care treatments and body treatments such as massage to clients.

Most occupations in this field typically require a Certificate II or II qualification.

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

discussing client needs, analysing skin characteristics and advising on suitable skin care, treatments and application of make-up
applying general cosmetic and corrective make-up
performing manicures and pedicures including decorative nail art, application of artificial nails, nail repair, and other specialised hand and foot treatments
performing facial and body treatments such as massages
treating unwanted hair through waxing, bleaching, tinting, depilation and electrolysis
evaluating beauty therapy processes and products
receiving bookings, arranging appointments and maintaining client records
providing advice on and selling cosmetic products

Occupation:

Beauty Therapist

Beauty Therapist

Provides skin analyses, facial therapies, skin-care treatments and body treatments such as massage to clients.

Specialisations:

Electrologist (Hair Remover)
Manicurist
Nail Technician

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