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Build A Career In The Beauty And Wellness Industry

July 20, 20222 Minutes
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Currently, the beauty and wellness industry is one of the most popular industries. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship predicts that in the next few years, India's beauty and wellness sector will create approximately 7 million job opportunities. You can kick start your career in this field too!

Here is the list of the best career options the beauty and wellness sector has to offer:

1: Make-up Artist:

A makeup artist helps their clients look beautiful just as the occasion demands. Whether it is a formal event, a casual one or a wild night of partying, makeup artists ensure you look your best.

To become a makeup artist in a parlour or for a celebrity, one must take up Professional Makeup Courses. Working as a freelance makeup artist that offers clients independent services is also an option.

2: Nail Technician:

The nail art and nail extension industry is growing in popularity. Everyone wants their hands to look presentable. Hence, the need for trained nail technicians has increased. Nail technicians must get formal knowledge of their field before trying to make a career out of it. Nail technicians create beautiful nail arts and give your customers nail extension services. Reviews and feedback from customers are pretty essential for success.

3: Cosmetologist:

Cosmetologists or beauty therapists offer expert services of facial, chemical peels, massages, manicures, pedicures, waxing, etc. All these services help in grooming an individual. This field is growing quickly as many people are availing of these services. Some of the equipment used also requires licences and training. Hence, it is best to start working under an expert before going solo.

4: Laser Hair Removal Technician:

Many men and women nowadays opt for permanent hair removal, relieving them from the monthly waxing hassle. It saves both money and time. Laser hair removal is a painless hair removal technique. It also helps people manage excess hair growth. Beauty academies offer courses to learn this craft.

5: Hair Stylist and expert:

A hair stylist and expert does many things, including haircuts, hair smoothing, hair colouring and more. A haircut or colour change can make or break a person's look. Hence, it is important to be good at the trade and receive positive feedback.

6: Beauty writer and Influencer

If you love writing and are also interested in the beauty industry, then being a beauty writer and influencer is the best of both worlds. As a Beauty writer and influencer, one writes about the latest beauty trends, gives tips and reviews beauty products and services. This is done using social media, blogs or videos. Many brands collaborate with beauty writers and influencers to promote their products. One can either work as a writer for a magazine or newspaper or do this independently for pleasure.

This was just a glimpse. There are many career routes in the beauty and wellness industry, such as massage therapists, image consultants, spa or parlour owners, special effects makeup artists, etc. Check out Glow & Lovely Careers (formerly known as Fair & Lovely Career Foundation) beauty and wellness courses that will help to make a career in the industry.

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