Facial Esthetician
ふぇいしゃるえすててぃしゃん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Barbers, Hairdressers, and Beauty Service Occupations
- Minor : Estheticians
Summary
Facial estheticians primarily analyze facial skin conditions and provide beauty services through treatments such as cleansing, massage, and packs to achieve and maintain beautiful skin.
Description
Facial estheticians accurately assess customers' skin types and issues, select cosmetics and equipment, and perform treatments. Before treatments, they conduct counseling and skin analysis, combining cleansing, massage, packs, peeling, and treatments using ultrasound or LED devices. They create a relaxing environment during treatments, pay attention to hygiene and safety, and use detailed hand techniques. They also provide advice on daily skincare and lifestyle habits to build trust with customers. Customer service, store management, and product sales proposals are also part of the job.
Future Outlook
Due to aging population and rising beauty awareness, demand for facial treatments is steadily increasing. With advancements in equipment and introduction of beauty technology, there is a need for services with enhanced expertise.
Personality Traits
Attentive to details / Clean and neat appearance / Likes talking to people / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Contract work / Freelance / Multiple salons / Personal salon operation / Salon employment
Career Path
Assistant Esthetician → Junior Esthetician → Senior Esthetician → Store Manager → Freelance Esthetician → Instructor
Required Skills
Customer service counseling / Facial treatment techniques / Hygiene management / Knowledge of beauty ingredients / Skin analysis
Recommended Skills
Communication skills (English service) / Makeup techniques / Relaxation techniques / Slimming techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to assess skin conditions and perform treatments carefully down to the smallest details. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately understand customers' needs and build trust. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long treatment sessions and extensive standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no advanced calculation skills are needed in treatments. |
Related Qualifications
- CIDESCO International Esthetician
- Japan Esthetic Association Certified Esthetician
Aliases
- Facial Esthetic Technician
- Facial Therapist
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- Beauty Advisor
- Body Esthetician
- Makeup Artist
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