Skincare Specialists
Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.
- Tasks
- 18 tasks15 core, 3 supplemental
- Family
- Personal Care & ServiceOne of its 34 occupations
- Code
- 39-5094.00SOC 2018: 39-5094
What the work is made of
15 core tasks and 3 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Sterilize equipment and clean work areas.Core taskTask 8069Rated by 85 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 2. Examine clients' skin, using magnifying lamps or visors when necessary, to evaluate skin condition and appearance.Core taskTask 8072Rated by 85 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 3. Cleanse clients' skin with water, creams, or lotions.Core taskTask 8074Rated by 85 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 4. Demonstrate how to clean and care for skin properly and recommend skin-care regimens.Core taskTask 8071Rated by 85 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 5. Select and apply cosmetic products, such as creams, lotions, and tonics.Core taskTask 8073Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 6. Perform simple extractions to remove blackheads.Core taskTask 8078Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 7. Stay abreast of latest industry trends, products, research, and treatments.Core taskTask 20258Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 8. Determine which products or colors will improve clients' skin quality and appearance.Core taskTask 8077Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 9. Treat the facial skin to maintain and improve its appearance, using specialized techniques and products, such as peels and masks.Core taskTask 8075Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 10. Refer clients to medical personnel for treatment of serious skin problems.Core taskTask 8076Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 11. Remove body and facial hair by applying wax.Core taskTask 8080Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 12. Provide facial and body massages.Core taskTask 8079Rated by 84 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 13. Keep records of client needs and preferences and the services provided.Core taskTask 8070Rated by 85 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 14. Apply chemical peels to reduce fine lines and age spots.Core taskTask 8081Rated by 85 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 15. Advise clients about colors and types of makeup and instruct them in makeup application techniques.Core taskTask 8082Rated by 85 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 16. Collaborate with plastic surgeons and dermatologists to provide patients with preoperative and postoperative skin care.Supplemental taskTask 8084Rated by 85 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 17. Sell makeup to clients.Supplemental taskTask 8083Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2012
- Task 18. Tint eyelashes and eyebrows.Supplemental taskTask 8086Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2012
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 39-5094
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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