cosmetics
The various types of substances used to enhance the appearance of the human body.
Aestheticians offer skin care treatments. They apply various facial treatments according to their clients' needs and skin type, such as lotions, scrubs, peels and masks, in order to maintain the skin healthy and attractive. Aestheticians may also give neck massages and body treatments such as wraps. Aestheticians remove unwanted hair on different body parts like eyebrows, upper lip or the bikini area. They perform facial massage and apply make-up for various occasions.
Competences and skills
41 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencescosmetics industry
Suppliers, products and brands in the cosmetic industry.
cosmetics ingredients
A variety of sources cosmetics are composed of ranging from crushed insects to rust.
Cross-sector
2 competencescosmetic skin treatment
The aesthetic care of the skin, such as facials, including exfoliation, facial masks, peels, steam, and extraction.
make-up techniques
The various techniques and tools for applying make-up.
Essential skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceperform body wrapping
Wrap customers with plastic, mud or thermal blankets for de-stressing, rebalancing, firming skin, detoxicating and reducing cellulite.
Sector-specific
5 competencesidentify customer's needs
Use appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.
perform facial treatment
Perform all kinds of treatments to improve the health and attractiveness of the facial skin, such as facial masks, scrubs, eyebrow tinting, peels, hair removal and make-up.
test make-up
Perform routine tests to determine if make-up products are adequate.
use hair removal techniques
Use techniques and handle tools to remove hair from body parts, such as electrolysis, IPL, waxing, lasering, threading or plucking.
use laser therapy for skin conditions
Apply laser treatments to remove undesirable body hairs, to lighten or eradicate pigmented lesions, or to remove tattoos.
Cross-sector
6 competencesadvise customers on usage of cosmetics
Provide advice to customers on how to apply various cosmetic products such as lotions, powders, nail polish or creams.
determine skin type
Determine what type of skin a person has in order to use the right make-up for that particular skin type.
give massages
Provide clients with head, hand, neck, facial or full body massages.
maintain customer service
Keep the highest possible customer service and make sure that the customer service is at all times performed in a professional way. Help customers or participants feel at ease and support special requirements.
- Scope note
- Might include keeping the customers informed about the current status of their orders or waiting times.
maintain equipment
Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.
work ergonomically
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencehydrotherapy
The practice used to treat diseases or maintain overall health using water.
Cross-sector
1 competencecosmetic manicure
Various elements of a manicure, such as the cutting and shaping of toe- or fingernails, removing excess callouses and cuticle around nails, and applying a protective or decorative coat of nail polish.
Optional skills and competences 22 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
12 competencesapply permanent make-up
Use needles to apply the pigment into the top layer of the skin in order to perform cosmetic tattooing on specific parts of the face such as the lips or the eyebrows.
issue sales invoices
Prepare the invoice of goods sold or services provided, containing individual prices, the total charge, and the terms. Complete order processing for orders received via telephone, fax and internet and calculate the customer’s final bill.
keep up to date with spa products
Keep up to date with new spa products such as certain oil and nail products being introduced by the market, and implement their benefits in the company or facility.
maintain relationship with suppliers
Build a lasting and meaningful relationship with suppliers and service providers in order to establish a positive, profitable and enduring collaboration, co-operation and contract negotiation.
manage a small-to-medium business
Manage the organisational, financial and day-to-day operation of a small-to-medium enterprise.
manage indoor tanning sessions
Determine the customer's skin type, advise on the type of sunbed, adjust the tanning time and inform on the health risk and safety measures.
manufacture cosmetics
Prepare cosmetic products, possibly customised for customers with specific needs, such as lotions, soaps, face masks or salves.
monitor stock level
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
offer cosmetic beauty advice
Provide customers with advice and beauty tips for creating a new look.
offer free samples of cosmetics
Distribute to the public samples of various cosmetic products you are promoting so that prospective clients can test them and then buy them.
recommend cosmetics to customers
Recommend and provide advice on cosmetic products based on the customer's personal preferences and needs and on the different product types and brands available.
treat facial hair
Shape, trim or shave beards and moustaches, using scissors and razors.
Cross-sector
10 competencesadminister appointments
Accept, schedule and cancel appointments.
communicate with customers
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
comply with legislation related to health care
Comply with the regional and national health legislation which regulates relations between suppliers, payers, vendors of the healthcare industry and patients, and the delivery of healthcare services.
keep personal administration
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
maintain professional administration
File and organise professional administration documents comprehensively, keep customer records, fill in forms or log books and prepare documents about company-related matter.
order supplies
Command products from relevant suppliers to get convenient and profitable products to purchase.
process payments
Accept payments such as cash, credit cards and debit cards. Handle reimbursement in case of returns or administer vouchers and marketing instruments such as bonus cards or membership cards. Pay attention to safety and the protection of personal data.
sell cosmetics
Sell a variety of cosmetic products such as lotions, soaps, lip sticks, hair removers, perfumes, tooth pastes, face masks, nail polisher and deodorants.
support individuals on nutrition changes
Encourage and support individuals in their strive to keep realistic nutritional goals and practices in their day to day diet.
train employees
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.