8 Careers You Can Have As A Cosmetologist

The cosmetology industry is more than what it appears to be on the surface. Many people think that cosmetologists are only trained to style, cut, and color hair. Cosmetologists, of course, are qualified to do hair, but there are also many other things that cosmetologists can do with their certification.

If you’re interested in attending cosmetology school, then you’re probably eager to know what kinds of careers you might be able to have in the industry. At Mitsu Sato Hair Academy, we want to prepare cosmetology students for their future, whether their future takes them to a hair salon, a nail salon, or anywhere in between. So, we’re going to explain eight different careers that cosmetologists can pursue. By the end, you’ll understand the paths you can embark on after attending Mitsu Sato Hair Academy!

Salon Stylist

This first career path that we are going to discuss is the one that almost everyone knows about. Those who attend cosmetology school are qualified to be salon stylists. Salon stylists can cut hair, style hair, color hair, and provide hair treatments. Although it takes a lot of technical talent to become a salon stylist, you also have to have other skills to thrive in the industry. Salon stylists should be sociable because being able to host successful client consultations is very important to the job.

Esthetician

Estheticians are trained to do a diverse set of jobs. As you know, there’s nothing more relaxing than going to visit an esthetician to get a facial treatment. But, on the other hand, there’s nothing more anxiety-inducing than visiting an esthetician to get a waxing treatment! If you go to cosmetology school to become an esthetician, you will be qualified to do facials, skincare treatments, waxing services, and more. You have to understand the up-to-date industry trends in skincare, and, just as importantly, you need to have great people skills. When it comes down to it, an esthetician has to be able to reassure people getting a wax treatment for the first time!

Makeup Artist

People with cosmetology degrees can become makeup artists after school. Becoming a makeup artist is a great career option because it is a diverse field. If you’re someone interested in bold special effects makeup, you can work on a television set. But, if you’re interested in more minimal looks, you can be a bridal makeup artist. Depending on your career goals, you can be a freelance makeup artist or a makeup artist who works full-time in a salon or a spa.

Nail Technician

When people come to the nail salon to get their fingers and toes painted, they trust that their technician does a top-notch job. Going to cosmetology school trains you to become an incredible nail technician. After school, you’ll be able to provide services such as manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. To become a nail technician, you need to be creative, detail-oriented, focused on cleanliness and health, and in the know about nail care.

Salon Owner/ Entrepreneur

All too often, people assume that cosmetology school only trains students to do technical things. However, at Mitsu Sato Hair Academy, we understand how important it is to teach our students about business concepts, too. As a result, part of our curriculum trains students to be salon owners or entrepreneurs. If you attend beauty school, you can leave ready to open your own salon or studio. Businesspeople are made in cosmetology school, where you’ll learn marketing techniques, customer service tips, and more.

Platform Artist/Educator

There are many lesser-known career paths in the cosmetology industry, but few people consider being a platform artist or an educator when they enter school. If you’re someone who has a big personality, great lecturing abilities, and talent, you could be a platform artist or an educator. Platform artists work for brands to showcase products on a live stage: think the hosts of QVC showing off hair products in real-time. And, of course, educators teach cosmetology students how to be cosmetologists!

Editorial/Runway Stylist

Working for a popular magazine is often the dream of students who attend cosmetology school. When you work as an editorial or runway stylist, you’ll be able to work on photo shoots, in fashion shows, and on editorial campaigns. You need to know about all the trends in fashion and beauty to thrive as an editorial or runway stylist. In addition, editorial and runway stylists should be able to work well in large groups. Teamwork is crucial to the fashion industry, so you have to be able to collaborate with other creatives.

Beauty Blogger/Influencer

Becoming a beauty influencer is possible with the ongoing popularity of social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. After cosmetology school, you can use your social media accounts to show off your talents. Once you accrue a following, you can monetize your creative content, partner with brands, and continue to build your own personal brand. To become a beauty blogger, you need to have a bold voice yourself. You can’t be afraid to put yourself out there, because engagement and enthusiasm are what draws in a social media audience.

To Get One Step Closer to the Career of Your Dreams, Enroll at Mitsu Sato Hair Academy

These eight career paths are incredibly diverse. We’ve discussed some traditional career paths, like being a salon stylist or a makeup artist. But we’ve also discussed some untraditional career paths, like being a beauty blogger or a platform artist. Whatever career path you choose, know that you are going to be trained to do it well when you attend Mitsu Sato Hair Academy.

Our academy is committed to providing all of our students with the skills they need to transform the industry. We teach technical skills, business skills, and more so that our students are empowered to become the best they can be. At Mitsu Sato Hair Academy, we encourage all emerging cosmetology students to explore their interests and passions—because hard work pays off in the end. For more information about our classes and programs, contact us!