Hair & Beauty
Barber
Barbers cut and style hair, shape facial hair and provide grooming services while building lasting client relationships.
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Hair & Beauty careers
Hair & Beauty includes a range of careers with different entry routes, work environments and progression opportunities. Explore the roles below to see which directions are worth researching further.
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Beauty Therapist
Beauty therapists provide face, body and skincare treatments, advise clients and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.
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Hairdresser
Hairdressers cut, style, colour and care for clients’ hair in salons, freelance settings or specialist environments.
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Make-up Artist
Make-up artists design and apply make-up for individual clients, fashion, photography, theatre, film and television productions.
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Nail Technician
Nail technicians provide manicures, pedicures and nail enhancements while advising clients and maintaining strict hygiene standards.
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Salon Manager
Salon managers coordinate staff, appointments, customer service, stock, finances and daily operations in hair or beauty businesses.
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