Beauty consultant

Entry Requirements:

You can get into this job through:

• a college course
• an apprenticeship
• working towards this role
• applying directly

Entry requirements:

College

You could study for:

• a Level 2 Certificate in Beauty Consultancy
• a Level 2 Certificate in Cosmetic Make-Up and Beauty Consultancy
• a Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy
• a general qualification in retail, sales or customer service

Entry requirements:

• 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course

Apprenticeship

You could do an intermediate apprenticeship as a beauty make-up consultant.

This typically takes 12 months to complete as a mix of workplace learning and off-the-job study.

Entry requirements:

• some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship

Work

You could work in retail sales then apply for a consultant's position with a beauty stall in a department store.

DirectApplication

You may be able to apply directly if you have experience in a retail sales, beauty therapy or a customer service role.

Required Skills:

Digital skills : to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Skills:

• customer service skills
• excellent verbal communication skills
• the ability to work well with others
• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• persuading and negotiating skills
• active listening skills
• the ability to sell products and services
• sensitivity and understanding
• the ability to use your initiative
• a desire to help people
• maths knowledge
• the ability to read English
• knowledge of English language
• the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
• the ability to understand people’s reactions
• thinking and reasoning skills
• business management skills
• concentration skills
• knowledge of computer operating systems, hardware and software

What you'll do:

Beauty consultants sell beauty products and help customers choose which ones to buy.

In this role you'll:

• talk to customers and recommend the best products for them
• give advice on how to use and apply products
• meet sales targets
• keep up to date with new product ranges
• monitor stock levels and re-order items
• keep customer and product records
• handle cash and card payments

Location : You could work at a store, on a cruise ship, in a beauty clinic or from home.
Uniform : You may need to wear a uniform.

Salary:

Starter : £14,000
Experienced : £25,000

These figures are a guide

Working hours:

38 - 40 hours a week

Working Pattern is evenings / weekends on a rota

Career Path:

With experience and further training you could supervise other beauty consultants or move into retail management.

You could work as a beauty brand sales representative or start your own beauty business.