Careers with Hair & Beauty
Hair & Beauty can support a wide range of careers. The strongest options depend on the other subjects you enjoy, the type of work you prefer and the route you want to take after school or college.
Where could Hair & Beauty take you?
You do not need to choose a career simply because it uses hair & beauty. Use this page as a starting point, then compare roles, routes and the work itself.
Career ideas linked to Hair & Beauty
Explore the roles below to see what the work involves, common entry routes, useful skills and possible progression.
Barber
Barbers cut and style hair, shape facial hair and provide grooming services while building lasting client relationships.
Read career guideBeauty Therapist
Beauty therapists provide face, body and skincare treatments, advise clients and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.
Read career guideHairdresser
Hairdressers cut, style, colour and care for clients’ hair in salons, freelance settings or specialist environments.
Read career guideMake-up Artist
Make-up artists design and apply make-up for individual clients, fashion, photography, theatre, film and television productions.
Read career guideNail Technician
Nail technicians provide manicures, pedicures and nail enhancements while advising clients and maintaining strict hygiene standards.
Read career guideSalon Manager
Salon managers coordinate staff, appointments, customer service, stock, finances and daily operations in hair or beauty businesses.
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