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Avg. salary range
$58k–$75k
across regions
Hours / Day
9
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
An esthetician is a beauty professional who specializes in skincare, helping people achieve healthy, glowing skin. They work in salons, spas, and skincare clinics, using their knowledge of skin treatments to perform facials, exfoliations, and other procedures that improve skin appearance and health. Estheticians are skilled in using various products and techniques to treat issues like acne, dryness, and signs of aging. They also provide services such as waxing, eyebrow shaping, and makeup application. Estheticians educate their clients on proper skincare routines and recommend products that suit their skin types. By combining their passion for beauty with scientific knowledge, estheticians help people feel confident and look their best.
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Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Leadership
Do you work well in a group setting? Are you good at building relationships with others? Are you good at recognizing the skills of others?
Organization
Are you able to keep clutter to a minimum? Can you keep track of lots of different information?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Education & Training
Certificate or Apprenticeship Program
Certificates and apprenticeships are available in skilled trades and career-oriented fields. Some programs offer coursework that is similar to that of associate's degree programs in the same subject, and students may be able to transfer their credits to associate's degree programs when they finish. Certificate programs usually take between one and two years to complete.
Compensation
Spokane
Washington
Low
$45,000
Average
$57,500
High
$79,400
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 8am until 5pm, Monday through Friday
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$65,033
Overall Rank
133rd
out of 199 careers
In Hospitality
4th
out of 18 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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