Makeup Artists

A Makeup Artist specializes in using cosmetics and applying makeup. Works in a salon and provides customized makeup for clients, or creates makeup for professional models, or works in a studio or theatre to create makeup for actors and performance artists. May also advise on product development and participate in marketing for cosmetics companies.

About this Career

Average Salary

£10,658

New workers start at around £5,902. Normal pay is £10,658 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £19,909

Annual Openings

72

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

  • Applies make-up to hide blemishes or enhance facial features and advises clients on skin care and make-up techniques.
  • Maintains client records, sells and advises on cosmetic products and services, and ensures appropriate health and safety issues are addressed..
  • Advises clients on diet and exercise to assist in weight loss and slimming.
  • Recognises problems and refers clients to medical practitioners if appropriate.
  • Performs specialist treatments for conditions such as acne, applies skin rejuvenation therapies.
  • Cleans, shapes and polishes finger and toe nails, applies nail extensions.
  • Uses waxing, threading, sugaring and other epilation techniques to remove any unwanted body hair.
  • Massages scalp, face and other parts of the body and carries out spray tanning.
  • Discusses clients requirements, analyses and advises client on appropriate skin care, and applies treatments to the face or body.

Skills Employers are looking for

Skills Importance
Active Learning 53%
Reading Comprehension 52%
Speaking 51%
Active Listening 51%
Critical Thinking 51%
Learning Strategies 49%
Writing 39%
Monitoring 36%
Science 32%
Mathematics 27%

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