How to become a beauty consultant
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
- applying directly
College
You could study for:
- a Level 2 Certificate in Beauty Consultancy Services
- 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
You'll usually need:
- 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course
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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
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
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Work
You could work in retail sales then apply for a consultant's position with a beauty concession in a department store.
Direct Application
You may be able to apply directly if you have experience in a retail sales, beauty therapy or a customer service role.
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Career tips
Showing a keen interest in make-up and skin care brands will be useful in this role. You could:
- follow cosmetics 'influencers' on social media
- trial new products and write online reviews
- do your own social media, make-up or skin-care tutorials
Further information
You can find out more about careers in beauty consultancy and therapy from the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority.
You can also find out more about working in creative careers from Discover Creative Careers.