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Estée Lauder Companies
Freelance Beauty Expert Skincare & Haircare
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Retail Beauty Consultant consults with retail store customers and promotes and sells makeup, skin care and other beauty products. Provides demonstrations of skin care and makeup technique to store customers. Participates in product brand promotions.
$41,598 / year median in California
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Freelance Beauty Expert - Skincare & Haircare Estée Lauder Companies - 4.0 San Mateo, CA Job Details Part-time | Freelance $25.52 - $30.74 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Cosmetology License Interpersonal skills Merchandising Beauty & cosmetics sales Esthetician License Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Freelance Beauty Expert - Skincare & Haircare Are you passionate about beauty, skincare, haircare, and helping clients find products they genuinely love? We are looking for enthusiastic Freelance Beauty Experts to support our brands within select Ulta Beauty and Sephora locations . This is a great opportunity for licensed beauty professionals, experienced beauty advisors, and individuals looking to grow their experience within the prestige beauty industry. Responsibilities Provide personalized skincare and/or haircare consultations based on each client's needs, concerns, and goals. Educate clients on products, ingredients, routines, and proper application techniques. Demonstrate products and create engaging, hands-on client experiences. Drive sales and work toward an hourly SPH goal of $100+ per hour . Build strong relationships with Ulta Beauty and Sephora store teams. Support brand events, launches, and promotional initiatives. Maintain brand standards by assisting with merchandising, replenishment, testers, and overall presentation. Represent our brands with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a client-first approach. What We're Looking For A passion for beauty, skincare, haircare, education, and client service. Licensed Cosmetologists or Estheticians are highly encouraged to apply. Current cosmetology or esthetics students and individuals with relevant beauty industry experience are also encouraged to apply. Previous Ulta Beauty or Sephora experience is preferred, but not required. Previous retail, beauty, skincare, haircare, sales, or customer-service experience is a plus. Comfortable approaching clients, conducting consultations, demonstrating products, and recommending complete routines. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a freelance environment. Ability to meet sales goals while creating a positive, educational client experience. Dependable, professional, and able to manage time effectively. Why Join Us? This role is ideal for someone who loves beauty but also loves education, connection, and selling through genuine recommendations . You'll have the opportunity to represent multiple prestige beauty brands, expand your product knowledge, build relationships with retail teams, and gain hands-on experience within Ulta Beauty and Sephora. License preferred, not required. Retail beauty experience preferred, not required. If you're passionate about beauty and excited to learn, educate, connect, and sell, we'd love to hear from you.