Estheticians

Does anyone know how much an estheticians make?

Hi,

In NYC, starting out, about $60-$70/day.

That doesn't seem very much. I thought they made more than that.

I think it depends, how much experience you have and where you work. It's one of those jobs where you start just above minimum wage and end up raking in alot.

It varies depending the area you live in and the location you work. The Estheticians I work with make anywhere from $600 - $3000 a week. Huge gap there but the high end is someone who has a HUGE book *clientele* and has a lot of education behind her & she works her ass off. It's not a froo froo job, you have to cater/service to people's every whim and have a great technique and be very knowledgable.

yeah it depends on where you work, what kind of office or place, ( like in a dr. office, store,or spa )what experience you have, what all that you do.

That's true, I didn't think about that.

You can go to PayScale.com and type in your area, credentials, etc. In Atlanta first year non-medical estheticians range from $19K - $30k. The US range for certified estheticians is $20K - $42.5K. Hope this helps!

What exactly is an esthetician? I always thought it was someone who performed skincare stuff, like facials and peels, and plucked eyebrows. Just thought I'd ask!

Thanks eightthirty, I will do just that.

Originally Posted by kam_621 What exactly is an esthetician? I always thought it was someone who performed skincare stuff, like facials and peels, and plucked eyebrows. Just thought I'd ask! that's correct!
i think it has a lot to do with what your spa changes for services. most spas in michigan pay the esthetician a percentage of the service. so, it would depend on what services you perform and what percentage you can negotiate. on a really good day you can make several $100s. spa parties and events are the best!

Originally Posted by Leza1121 Hi,
In NYC, starting out, about $60-$70/day.

This amount does not include tips nor the percentage of retail (if this was negotiated).

i definitely think it depends.

I think that'd be an awesome job! I love skin....even tho I have bad skin.

Well, I have taken the plunge and have decided to go to school to become an esthetician.

Originally Posted by kellianne76 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Well, I have taken the plunge and have decided to go to school to become an esthetician. Very cool! Do you have any details yet (e.g. start date, etc.)?
Definitely keep us posted and teach us everything you know!

I start in Mid January and it is 4 months long. The school I am going to is a redken school. Here is the link www.thesalonprofessionalacademy.com

That's awesome! Good luck and enjoy!

One of the spas I go to for pedicures was telling me that you make a certain percentage of what services you provide.

I am starting esthetician school on Monday My program takes 6 months.

Cool, be sure to let us know how you like it. I'm waiting about 4 months before I start.