I want to do cosmetology , is there any college for this, and what qualification I need to have?

There are many private colleges in India that offer Cosmetology as Diploma or certificate courses in India. Well, the most common eligibility you will need will be 10th and 12th pass, you can be science, arts or commerce stream. The percentile and such will differ from college to college. Below is a link to the list of colleges offering Cosmetology.

Link - https://www.shiksha.com/beauty-fitness/beauty-culture-cosmetology/colleges/colleges-india

Hello Shruti,

I would like to answer this in detail yet if you feel any doubts, feel free to comment down your query in comment section.

Let me begin by telling what a cosmetologist does.

A cosmetologist is an expert in makeup, skin care and beauty products.

Cosmetologists provide beauty services that include cosmetic care for hair, skin, nails and body.

Career Scope

There is a wide scope in the profession of cosmetology in India or in other countries. Cosmetology is the promising career for youth because of advancement in the life style. If you wish to practice in medical cosmetology the basic requirement is a medical degree from any reputed medical college. Those have a diploma or master’s degree in dermatology may also practice in medical cosmetology. After completing an MBBS degree, the aspirants may avail a training/ certification programme in order to become a specialist or a trainer. With a degree in General Cosmetology, you can work in a salon or a spa. Aspirants can also work in different specialized areas of cosmetology such as a nail technician (manicures/ pedicures/ nail art etc). Those who already have a license/ certificate in skin treatment can work as assistants in a skin clinic.

Courses & Duration

If you are interested to become a cosmetologist then, you need to have obtained educational & licensing certificates. If you have a right educational qualification and license, then you can work in different industries or you can also be self-employed.

The courses offered by the universities are of full duration courses. Some universities/colleges also offer short duration job oriented courses.

Non-Medical Cosmetologist did not require any professional degree. They only require an age limit not less than 16 years. They can pursue short-term diploma & certificate courses from any cosmetology school to get licensed. You can pursue these courses after 10th or after 12th. Many institutions in India offer many other degree & master courses. You can pursue these courses after 12th & graduation.

Top Institution in India offers study in Cosmetology:

• VLCC Academy of Beauty Health & Management
• Shahnaz Husain International Beauty Academy
• National and Regional Vocational Training Institutes for Women
• Habib’s Hair Academy
• Pearl Academy of Fashion (PAF), Jaipur
• International Women Polytechnic ,Delhi

Career & Jobs

In India, the industry is booming and the demand of a cosmetologist is on a high-rise in the Fashion World.

As a cosmetologist, you can work in high-end salons, beauty parlors and in luxury hotels/resorts.

The demand of Makeup artists is high in advertising, television and film industries.

You can make your career being an image consultant, teaching, sales consultant and writing books or articles.

Professional Degree Holder can work with the Beauty Therapy Clinics, Skin Clinics, Hospitals, etc.

Some of the cosmetologists help clients to identify their skin/hair type and how to apply cosmetics, how to care for it and also solve other skin/beauty/hair issues. The career options in the cosmetology are wide. The various beauty industries offer numbers of career opportunities for the professionals to practice and do the job.

Job Profiles:

• Cosmetologist
• Hairstylist
• Nail Care Artists
• Salon Sales Consultant
• Manufacturer Sales Representative
• Makeup Artist
• Fashion Show Stylist
• Beauty Magazine Writer
• Cosmetology Instructor
• Beauty Care Distributor

Salary

The salary of cosmetologists will depend on their earning potential, city, level of experience, etc. In India, a cosmetologist can earn Rs. 1.5 lakh to Rs. 2 Lakh per annum as a starting salary. Candidate has a professional degree then, they can expect a starting salary of Rs. 50,000 per month.

Hope this answer helped you and all the very best!