Makeup Artist (Beautician)
めいくあっぷあーてぃすと（びようし）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Barbers, Hairdressers, and Beauty Service Occupations
- Minor : Hairdressers
Summary
A beauty professional who brings out customers' charm through makeup techniques and counseling.
Description
Makeup artists handle makeup and skincare for various occasions such as weddings, photoshoots, stage performances, and daily makeup. They consider customers' skin type, bone structure, and personal color to select the optimal cosmetics and techniques. Through counseling, they understand needs, propose and apply designs. They work in salons, department stores, shooting sites, event venues, etc., requiring communication skills, technical skills, and sensitivity to trends. In recent years, promotion using SNS and digital technology has also become important.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the beauty and cosmetics market, demand remains stable. The spread of SNS makes personal branding important, requiring integration with digital skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Department Store Employment / Event Support / Freelance / On-site Visits / Salon Employment
Career Path
Assistant Makeup Artist → Makeup Artist → Chief Makeup Artist → Makeup School Instructor → Freelance Makeup Artist
Required Skills
Color Theory / Counseling / Hygiene Management / Makeup Techniques / Skincare Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Hair and Makeup Basics / Language Skills / Photography and Lighting / SNS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine techniques and color adjustments determine the quality. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for listening to customers' needs and building trust. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Essential for proposing original makeup designs incorporating trends. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Cosmetics and trends constantly change, requiring continuous learning. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves long hours of standing work and travel, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis is hardly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Beautician License
- Color Certification
- Makeup Technology Certification
- Personal Color Certification
Aliases
- Beauty Artist
- Hair and Makeup Artist
- Makeup Artist
- Makeup Consultant
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- Beautician
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