May work part time or full time. Most work full time.
May work more than 40 hours per week if they own their shops.
May work evenings and weekends, when salons and beauty shops are the busiest. They may, however, be able to determine the days they work.
May work during lunch periods, but take breaks at other times during the day.
HAIRSTYLISTS & COSMETOLOGISTS will:
Use a variety of tools, from scissors to flat irons
Regularly interact with clients
Stand for long periods of time
Also apply makeup, give manicures, and groom facial and body hair
May work evenings and weekends
HAIRSTYLISTS & COSMETOLOGISTS frequently:
Stand for long periods of time.
Repeat the same motions.
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects or tools.
Bend or twist the body when working on client's hair or applying makeup.
It is important that HAIRSTYLISTS & COSMETOLOGISTS be able to:
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
Use hands or fingers to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
Understand the speech of another person.
Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
