Growth Trends for Related Jobs
What Are Some Related Jobs for Cosmetologists?

Job opportunities for personal appearance professionals through 2030 will grow by 19 percent, according to estimates by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This gives cosmetologists an opportunity to use their experience in related jobs within this field.
Salon Managers
Salon managers are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a salon and supervising salon staff including hairstylists, barbers, manicurists and front desk personnel.
Makeup Artists
Cosmetologists can obtain additional training in makeup application techniques to become makeup artists. Makeup artists may work in the entertainment industry or in department stores, and in beauty salons doing makeup for special events or performances.
Beauty Consultants
Beauty consultants sell makeup and skin care products to prospective customers by demonstrating makeup products, providing beauty advice and giving out samples. They earn an average starting wage of $8 an hour plus commissions according to payscale.com.
Cosmetology Instructors
Cosmetology instructors use their extensive experience and knowledge of cosmetology techniques and procedures to prepare their students for a career in cosmetology.
Salaries
According payscale.com, salon managers earn between $30,000 and $50,000 a year on average and makeup artists can earn approximately $35,000 a year or more depending on their experience. Diplomaguide.com reports that cosmetology instructors may earn up to $74,739 a year (see reference 2).
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Victoria Robles graduated from Kaplan University with a degree in Paralegal Studies in 2007. She also earned her associate degree in business from Champlain College in 2002. Robles is a former job coach with three years of experience in editing real estate marketing materials and writing resumes for job seekers at her local workforce center.
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