The Role of a Beauty Therapist - What do you expect?

16 December, 2013 - 04:09pm by - First Lady | 8 Comments

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Article posted by BR Natalie

Many people think working in a 'beauty salon' as a 'beautician' is merely painting nails and applying make up. This couldn’t be further from the truth.

A Beauty Therapist is expected to qualify, and be competent and knowledgeable in the following areas; manicure, pedicure, facials, eye treatments, waxing, epilation, massage techniques, spa therapies, makeup, electrical treatments and business management, to name but a few.

As well as being fully trained and holding a qualification in their chosen area; your Beauty Therapist should be well kempt, approachable, caring and understanding of your needs. They must be conscious of providing a safe and hygienic environment for all of your treatments. They will be able to inform you of up to date treatments and address your beauty concerns.

The hours worked by a Beauty Therapist are normally long and due to client demand, anti social hours are often worked.

Beauty Therapy isn't a career where a person can remain distanced. As a client-therapist relationship grows, a good Beauty Therapist will adjust accordingly. Conversations will always be client driven and your therapist should always remain discrete with what you choose to share.

It has been reported that Beauty Therapists are the happiest people in their job roles despite the long, anti-social hours; due to the passion they hold for their industry and the love of helping others feel confident in their skin.

Have you found your perfect Beauty Therapist yet? Word of mouth is a great way to find a reputable therapist, so don't forget to add your favourite Salon or Clinic for review here.

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Macs

8th August, 2020

I haven’t found my perfect beauty therapist yet.

ChristieMJ

29th July, 2014

I have yet to find someone I trust after moving down to Christchurch this year, wish I could take my old one from Palmy with me - she was amazing!

mallomiss

26th April, 2014

I've always wanted to be a Beauty Therapist but due to my family & finacial demand I cant afford to study at the moment... one day maybe...

Lutece

24th January, 2014

Wow what a great article! I never knew it took alot to be a beauty therapist, looking back at the times ive gone in to get things done, they are amazing people! I have a new found respect and love for beauty therapists, thanks for sharing

severest

21st January, 2014

Its weird how you develop this odd relationship with your beauty therapist who really does get to see you at your worst & most vulnerable. I had a horrible experience last year where I was going on holiday to Thailand and decided to go to a different salon to get my brows shaped & lashes tinted before I went. At the time she was applying the dye to my lashes I commented that it felt like she was putting a lot on and she laughed and told me all was OK, my eyes stung a bit after and I didn't think much of it. The next morning when I woke up and went to get ready to go to the airport I looked in the mirror and cried!!! My eyes were weepy and blodshot and stung sooo bad!! Fortunately the swelling and redness went down after 3 days but it came close to ruining my holiday... Lesson learned - always go to someone you trust!!

MrsLissy

5th January, 2014

I really like the salon I use and have added a review of on here. The girls are lovely and I don't mind which one I see. I am always amazed at the amount of stuff they seem to remember that we have chatted about before. I wouldn't use a salon that didn't have nice staff it's at least 50% of the experience for me I think. The salon I use doesn't mind me bringing my 18 month old with me either so that makes it even easier for me to visit.

AmyMarf

17th December, 2013

I once had the most horrible experience with a Beautician at a clinic in Hamilton - I had booked in for my six-weekly wax and was not able to get an appointment with my usual therapist, so as I needed the appointment, settled for a different therapist. As I lay in the room trying to relax I heard the door open and the therapist enter. Expecting the usual calm and soothing voice, I was horrified to hear this therapist open the appointment with the words 'are you ready for some pain?'. Needless to say as I lay in the chair and the waxing process begun it was the most awkward and uncomfortable, not to mention strange half hour of my life! I have told so many people about this horrific experience, not only because I was shocked and appauled at her behaviour but because I hope that none of my friends will spend their money at this place. I really do think rapport and professionalism is key in this industry - because of this woman's attempt at a joke(?), I will never go back to this place even to see a different therapist!

pintsize

17th December, 2013

I think it is very important to have a trust with your beauty therapist

daniellejayne

21st January, 2014

naw that totally sucks, but not everyone's personalities mix well. With you being nervous about seeing someone different just added to it. But you shouldn't let her bad attempt at a joke prevent you from going back.

Lutece

24th January, 2014

Oh my god thats horrid! You poor thing!

CabinGirl

30th January, 2014

It really does take a lot to get qualified. There's a lot of medical training crossover. A normal day really does take it out of you, too. You give and give and give, always having to be on top form. It can be emotionally exhausting. But worth it!!