Cosmetology is more geared towards hair and makeup, while the avenue of esthetics is geared towards the health and well being of skin. Both fields offer a lot of opportunity and benefits :)
Hello Diana! Cosmetology is a license program comprised of 1500 hours, with a curriculum focused on mostly hair. Although cosmetology covers some skincare in schooling, it’s not anywhere near as in depth as going to school specifically for skin (85 hours approximately). Esthetics is a license program comprised of 750-hours. Someone who studies to become an Esthetician wants to work only with skin and can perform facials, body treatments, full body waxing, clinical skin care modalities, makeup and eyelash extensions. Clinical estheticians are prepared for work in a med-spa with a dermatologist, plastic surgeon and other medical professionals.
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