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Cosmetology

Cosmetology is the study of beauty treatment, including hairstyling, skin care, cosmetics, nail care, and hair removal. Cosmetology has existed for centuries, with the first famous cosmetologist, Abulcasis, practicing in the 1st c. CE.

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Can a cosmetologist specilize in skincare?

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Yes, a cosmetologist can specialize in skincare. While cosmetologists typically receive broad training in various beauty and cosmetic procedures, some choose to focus their expertise on skincare. They may pursue additional training, certifications, or education specifically related to skincare practices and techniques.

Cosmetologists specializing in skincare may offer services such as facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and other skincare treatments. They may also provide advice on skincare routines, product recommendations, and address specific skin concerns.

It's important for cosmetologists to adhere to any licensing or certification requirements in their jurisdiction and to stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in skincare to provide the best services to their clients. If someone is considering specializing in skincare within the field of cosmetology, they may seek out relevant courses or workshops to enhance their knowledge and skills in this specific area.

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What time do cosmetologist go to work?

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AnSwEr!!Well a typical day for a cosmotologist is we stay busy sometimes but all appointments are made near each other so you will be able to have more free time!!......dis is buutt..i need more info.

Do you need a GED to go to cosmetology school in Washington?

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At most schools that you would want to go to, in order to get a degree in cosmetology, you would need to have at least your GED to do this. This will also help you to go further in life, not just in school. Even with a degree, some jobs won't hire without you having your high school diploma.

What kind of classes need to be taken for cosmetology?

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To do other peoples hair and and wax their facial hair.

What subjects do you need to take to become a cosmetologist?

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In high school there really isn't any classes for this, but to become a hairdresser you need to go to a beauty school for 6-9 months where they will train you. You will take a test for a license and then you can work.

Do Estheticians Requrie Cosmetology License?

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Yes, as long as you have a cosmetology license, you are authorized to be work as a Hair stylist, Manicurist, Shampoo Technician, Nail Technician, Electrologist and Esthetician as well. Most state require individuals who wish to be a cosmetology licensee to take a certificate course in General Cosmetology. If you want to take an exam, it must be approved by the state's Health Department and Board of Cosmetology.

How much does a cosmetology teacher make?

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It depends. You can work on commission, rent a chair, or get an hourly wage. Commission is scary to start with, because you have to build a clientele, and that takes a good 2 years. Renting a chair is the same scariness until you have been established Hourly pay is very low, but can get you started and you will learn on customers more than you did in beauty school. (they don't realize this) After a few years of building your clientele, you can make a decent wage if you work hard, late, and stand up most of the day. The secret is you must stay put to build up loyal customer base. Depending on how much you work, earnings can vary from 15000 yr. to 50,000. A cosmetologist can also teach at a beauty school. The best way to start out is Commission, you only get paid on how much the salon makes, so there for if you do not have a clientele built up then that way is perfect to do it without getting an hourly wage or renting a booth. But also it depends on where you you work. like What state you work in, and what kind of salon you work in to. if you work in a high-end salon you should be making the big bucks. but if you are working in the low-end salons don't expects the big bucks but you also have to be really good!!!

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How many jobs will be available for cosmetology?

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100,000 job offering

What is the minimum level of education necessary cosmetology?

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There is no degree in cosmetology at the college level. You will find programs at numerous private beauty schools, and at your county vocational and technical school. Be careful of the private schools. They are on the expensive side, and you want to make sure it is not a fly-by-night school. Your best bet is to stick with the vocational school within your county, unless you have some really good recommendations about another school. Viper1

What does cosmetology do?

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I think that question you are trying to ask is "What is Cosmetology" Cosmetology is a career field that involves cosmetics (makeup. A cosmetologist is a person who applies the cosmetics (makeup artist). Most people confuse cosmetology with hairstyling. They are similar, but they are different.

What is the minimum education required for 'cosmetology'?

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You have to have graduated from a state-licensed barber or cosmetology school and be at least 16 years old, to become licensed as a cosmetologist. It really varies from state to state though, as some states require that you've graduated from highschool (to enter a cosmetology school/become an actual cosmetologist), while others require as little as an eighth-grade graduation, and there are some that will allow completion of an apprenticeship as a substitute for graduation from a school.

It's different everywhere. You'd have a good chance getting information if you questioned your hairstylist, or manicurist, or anyone you know who has a profession in cosmetology and received it where you live, to see what they had to do.

How do you get a Indiana cosmetology license if you already hold a cosmetology license in Illinois?

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If it is your license then you can just contact your state board. If it is someone elses license and they are abusing their rights as a cosmetologist then you can report them to the state board. If they feel that you are right they can take their license away.

What kind of work would you do for cosmetology?

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For cosmetology, you would have appointments were you do their hair styling, makeup, nails, toe nails, and facials. You would also do things like cutting hair. Most people that do cosmetology give up because you don't earn very much money until you are a professional but it is still worth it.

How will you use math in cosmetology?

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not really, you may have to know how to measure liquids so you'll know how much peroxide to use and know how to use a timer. The most you'll need math for as a cosmetologist is know how much money you're making from each person!

How many hours do you need to have for a cosmetology license And what do you need to transfer to Tennessee?

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I found it in research, 750 hours will transfer from barber to cosmetology

When was the board of cosmetology started in NC?

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it is said that hair cutting and hairstyling was practiced in some form as early as the glacial age. The Egyptians were the first to cultivate beauty in an extravagant fashion. ill give you a year of at least 1500 B.C if you want more info check out the Milady's standard cosmetology book(:

Who administers cosmetology examinations?

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You have to attend beauty school first for 6-9 months and at the end they will give you the state license test.

How do you renew an expired cosmetology license in NC?

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Check the website for your state's licensing agency. Some will have the ability to update the license online. Otherwise, you can call the toll free number that is listed on the site. Possibly you moved and did not receive a notice in the mail. You need to fulfill specific requirements depending on the state you are in. But most of websites that offers cosmetology license provides everything that you would need.

How do you become a cosmetology instructor in Florida?

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In a society that is obsessed with physical appearance whether it is emphasized in magazines or TV programs. There are so many women and men who have a desire to be pampered or to look attractive, so they are always dropping into a hair salon or relaxing spa. Therefore, this business of beauty is a fast-growing industry that offers many exciting jobs.

Many people’s misconceptions of cosmetology may include that it is a fairly easy industry to get into when the opposite is true. It takes lot of time, effort, money, and dedication to want to follow this career path whether you want to be a cosmetologist or an instructor.

Cosmetology teachers offer classroom and hands-on guidance to hopeful beauty students studying to earn their licenses as cosmetologists. Obtaining your license to instruct cosmetology will help you get a job with the right cosmetology school and can help you open your own school. Instructing cosmetology is an optimal career choice for those who like serving others in this unique and lucrative profession.

1. Verify the requirements for this career with your state’s Department of Labor. There isn’t a national group that approves cosmetology licenses or cosmetology teaching licenses. Requirements for licensing may differ with each state.

2. Register in a state-approved program to obtain your license. These programs usually last for 1 or 1_ years and students can practice cosmetology after they graduate.

3. Get a job in a beauty spa or other cosmetology-related company before you graduate. Many states call for you to have a job as a cosmetologist for some time before you can apply for a cosmetology teaching license. The requirements of each state will differ but this process usually takes one to three years.

4. Register in an approved instructor course. Most schools teach instructor programs. Classroom training is different with each state but normally takes 500 hours. Registering in a state-approved course will not only offer you the know-how to effectively instruct cosmetology, but it is mandatory to obtain your license.

5. Sign up for a state exam. After you pass the instructor exam, you can then obtain a license and find work as a cosmetology instructor.

McDaniel, Robin. Requirements for Cosmetology Instructors. Suite 101: Online Magazine and Writers’ Network. N.p., 23 Sept. 2009. Web. 12 Apr. 2010. .

Cosmetology Instructor Job Description and Career Options. Degrees, Schools, Online Courses and Careers. N.p., 2010. Web. 12 Apr. 2010. .

Science and art in cosmetology?

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Im guessing you're asking how science and art apply to cosmetology.

In the form of art you have to look at people as a canvas and recognize that the work you are doing on that person is art either in the form of makeup or a haircut.

You have to know art and colors when working with makeup in order to know color combinations and how to blend/shade.

As far as science it involves more of facial scrubs and chemical peels, you need to know the science behind this so you dont irritate or become to abbrasive to someones skin. When working with nails science helps you know what to use to dissolve the glue in acrylics, such as acetone whose chemical formula is C3H6O.

Is it mostly women working in the field of cosmetology?

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In Europe, It's common to have a male cutting hair, A little more common than females, In the united states and canada, there's more females than males. It's bests of both worlds, Be a hairdresser in a salon, or be a barber. Plus if you're considered a cute male, Female clients will want to be your client, And if you're good at what you do, they will want you even more. But regardless If you're good at it, it doesn't matter if it's for males or females.. Barbers have existed since biblical times, and females didn't have man rights or jobs etc. It's 50/50.. Doesn't matter. A male Barber is 100% common, A male Salon hairstylist makes up maybe 40% of the career (my bad estimate)

What are different branches of cosmetology?

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Applications pertaining to the hair, IE shampooing, drying, curling, cutting, styling, frosting/coloring; also pedicures/manicures/eyebrows.