Getting Into The Beauty Industry

The beauty industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. It encompasses careers in skin care, makeup, nails, hair, and more. Becoming a part of the beauty industry takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and persistence. Yet it can be truly fulfilling to those who pursue their dream job in the industry. 

Are You Passionate About Beauty?

There are a few questions you need to ask yourself before engulfing yourself in the industry.  Where do you see yourself in the next five years? What exactly comes to mind when you see envision your future? Does it involve something to do with eye shadows or hair extensions?   If you cannot fathom doing anything else but being in the beauty industry, then you are on the right track.

Are You Ready For The Ugly Part of the Industry? 

 

Just because you are in the beauty industry, it doesn't mean that the industry can't get ugly. There will be moment when people might end up bashing or criticizing your work. Your work might go unnoticed. You might even go un-credited for work that you have done. It can get ugly. You need to develop thick skin when you are in the beauty industry. It's part of the business. Not everyone is going to be a supporter or a fan of your work and that is normal. It's a matter of taste and yours might differ from theirs. Yet there will be others who will get your vision and your philosophy.

Are You Ready For The Hard Work & Long Hours?

Working long, tedious hours is part of the job description, especially if you are using your skills in the entertainment industry. At times, you might end up giving up your time for free just to build up your portfolio. Being in the industry is hard work and it may take years before you get the attention you deserve. It can get tough at times and it takes a lot of persistence to continue in the industry.

Are You Ready For Competition?  

There are so many people in the beauty industry that are competing for the same high level jobs that you are going to be competing for. There is absolutely no shortage of competition in the industry. Everywhere you turn, pops up a new person who is great at makeup, hair, and nails. That is why there needs to be a difference that sets you apart from the rest of the clan. You need to carve out a niche that makes you stand out from the rest of the competition.

Are You Ready Unhappy Clients?  

You will undoubtedly have one or more clients within your career that will refuse to pay for your services. Again, it goes back to different tastes. You might envision one look for them and they envision another for themselves. You try to translate the vision to your best abilities but you might end up with a dissatisfied client. The way that you handle these types of situations will help you along the way. The faster you learn to handle these types of situations, the better off that you will be down the road.

 

After reading the "bad news," are you still motivated to get into the beauty industry? If you made it through the bad news and came to the realization that these things do happen in the industry, then you are already more equipped to handle all that could come in your way. 

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