Facial Therapist
びがんじゅつし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Barbers, Hairdressers, and Beauty Service Occupations
- Minor : Estheticians
Summary
A specialist who performs facial treatments such as cleansing, massage, and packs to improve skin condition and achieve beautiful skin.
Description
Facial therapists provide facial treatments tailored to customers' skin types and concerns using cleansing, massage, packs, and beauty devices such as ultrasound and iontophoresis. Before treatment, they conduct skin diagnosis to understand the skin condition and select cosmetics and techniques. After treatment, they provide home care advice and are also involved in hygiene management and salon operations. They build trust through communication with customers and aim to acquire repeat customers.
Future Outlook
Due to the expansion of the beauty market and the demand for anti-aging in an aging society, it is expected to grow steadily in the future.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Clean and Neat Appearance / Good Interpersonal Skills / Patient
Work Style
Freelance / Large Stores / Personal Salon Operation / Salon Employment / Visiting
Career Path
Esthetician (Junior) → Senior Esthetician → Store Manager / Salon Manager → Esthetic Salon Owner → Instructor / Lecturer
Required Skills
Beauty Equipment Operation / Facial Treatment Techniques / Hygiene Management / Skin Diagnosis
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Customer Service Counseling / Knowledge of Cosmetic Ingredients / Marketing Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To accurately respond without missing subtle differences in skin condition. |
| Communication Skills | To listen to customers' skin concerns and create appropriate treatment plans. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continuously acquire new beauty techniques and cosmetics. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because treatments are performed standing for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced calculations are not required. |
Related Qualifications
- AEA Certified Esthetician Qualification
- Japan Esthetic Association Certified Esthetician
Aliases
- Facial Esthetician
- Facialist
- Skincare Specialist
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