Author: Beata Bratu

Is Being a Makeup Artist Hard?

18th June 2021

An average makeup artist in the United Kingdom works 38-40 hours a week. The days are full of intense teamwork and creative collaboration. As a makeup artist, you will get to work with the best designers, models, publications, editors, and hairstylists. Once you become a little renowned, you will be attending celebrities. So, given the fact that it is really a tough job and can be a lot stressful, the daily grinding will reap many benefits and open doors to new opportunities.

How stressful is it?

To be honest, being a makeup artist is one of the most stressful jobs. Thus, it is important for a professional to have a pleasant, outgoing personality and a great attitude if you want to be successful in the industry. Some projects are so tedious that it can mentally exhaust you. But you will have to be an inventive, spontaneous, and creative individual who is OK and willing to cope with last-minute, ever-changing schedules, which may require early call times and long hours.

Nevertheless, you cannot take any job for granted. Each job role has its perks and flaws.

What about the pay?

For a senior makeup artist in the UK, it is not unusual to achieve a six-figure income. But in the early stages, a lot of dedication and hard work is required because there will be a lot of assisting and volunteering.

All in all, being a makeup artist can be hard if you don’t love what you are doing. But meeting new people every day, new projects, and expectations, pose as a challenge that should get you going.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their beauty therapy learners. We also offer free make up courses and funded level 3 make up courses with work placements.

What Qualifications Do You Need to Teach Hairdressing?

11th June 2021

Perhaps you have made the decision or are interested in the idea of teaching hairdressing. It’s a wonderful line of work within the beauty industry that is highly rewarding.

Why should you think about teaching hairdressing?

If you’re thinking of teaching hairdressing then you’ll need to get salon experience under your belt. The more practise you have, the higher standard of your teaching. You want to be able to answer all the questions to the best of your abilities and also be able to spot a student’s strengths and weaknesses in order to guide them.

So you’re qualified in hairdressing and have experience, why else would you teach?

Teaching brings the perfect opportunity for you to share your skills and talents. It is highly rewarding because you support students onto the first step of their career ladder. Jobs are hugely important and the role of a good teacher is insurmountable in the influence on a student’s life.

What qualifications do you need to teach hairdressing?

To be able to teach, you will need a level 2 + 3 in all the technical aspects of hairdressing as well as experience in a salon. After this, you would go on to study for qualifications in education and training at level 3 and there are also teaching courses to complete at level 4 + 5 depending on the level of hairdressing you want to teach.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their women’s hairdressing learners. We also offer free women’s hairdressing courses and work placements.

Is It Hard to Learn Acrylic Nails?

4th June 2021

Acrylic nails are the hardest nails to achieve. You can easily do pedicures & manicures, as well as gel extensions.

However, acrylics are the most time-consuming as well as the priciest nails to ask for when at a nail salon.

If you wish to become a nail tech make sure that you have these skills:

  • Patient
  • Chatty
  • Eager to learn
  • Good dexterity skills
  • Detail-oriented

It is also recommended that you have a good posture and no back issues. A nail tech will work several hours per day, so make sure that you are comfortable with sitting in a chair and leaning your head downwards, a lot.

You will master the art of acrylic nails as a final step in most of your beauty salons and nail courses.

At first, you may struggle a bit with education and some basics. However, this is why it is recommended that you:

  • Invest in a practice sheet
  • Practice on your friends or family (or even yourself)
  • Purchase high-quality acrylics
  • Get yourself an electric file
  • Take your time

Everyone’s speed is different. However & in most cases, this is what you can expect from your acrylics:

Full set ( with tips or overlay) will take you 45 minutes to 1 hour

Full set (sculpted clear) will take you 1 hour

Full set (sculpted p&w) takes around 90 minutes

Rebalance: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Fill: 30 minutes to 45 minutes

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their nail technician learners. They also offer free  nail courses and work placement

How Much Is an Acrylic Nail Course?

28th May 2021

Acrylic nails are the most popular & asked-for nails at a beauty salon. They are sturdy & long-lasting, as well as feminine & beautiful. Here’s all that you should know about the acrylic nail course:

In 2012 in the UK there was a 20% increase and a massive demand for acrylics. Acrylics are a bit harder to master than gel nails. However, with your acrylic nail course, you will also learn how to:

  • Hygiene & health
  • Aftercare
  • Manicures & pedicures
  • Nail diseases
  • Acrylic nail application

Some beauty schools offer fast-paced courses that only take one day to complete. However, if you have no foundation and you are a beginner, you can’t benefit from these courses.

Usually, a one-day course goes for £199.00, and it can help women who wish to master a specific skill in a couple of hours.

If you are a beginner and you wish to learn the basics and start out slow and build gradually, you should consider one of many CPBA courses.

The best solution for you may be the level 3 diploma in nail technology. You can finish this course in 4 months. Its price is £3,345 but you may be eligible for funding if:

You are over the 19 and successful with the application of an Advanced Learner Loan, you will pay this back when you earn more than £25,000 a year.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their nail technician learners. They also offer free  nail courses and work placement

What Are Individual Eyelash Extensions?

21st May 2021

Eyelash extensions are a semi-permanent option to get voluminous lashes. This is the perfect solution for people who want thick eyelashes but do want to choose surgical methods. Today, you will find eyelash extensions in different sizes and even in color variants. Among the new popular options are the individual eyelash extensions.

Individuals Eyelash Extensions: Meaning

Individuals’ eyelashes are groups of three synthetic lashes that are stuck together. Using a temporary adhesive, they can be applied to the eyelid or onto the lashes. If you take care of them properly, they can last up to three weeks. Considering that clusters are joined together in groups, individual lashes can be heavier to support by one lash. But if you apply it properly, it will look seamless.

How To Apply Individual Lashes?

If you are applying individual lashes for the first time, here are some tips that will help you:

  • Before you apply the lashes, apply a coat of mascara.
  • Apply a dollop of glue in the plastic tray or on the hand. Wait for 30-60 seconds to let the glue get tacky before applying on the lashes. You will know when the color starts to change.
  • Tilt your head slightly, and using a tweezer, apply the lashes from the outside.
  • Let the false lashes dry before you apply another cluster.

Final Thoughts

There are tons of individual lash extensions available in the market. But make sure you choose a reliable brand so that you get a quality product. If you do not get the right eyelashes, there may be a risk of infection and may also look completely out of place.

 

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their eyelash extension learners. We also offer free eyelash courses and funded level 3 beauty courses with work placements.

 

How Much Is a Brow Lamination Course?

14th May 2021

Brow lamination has nowadays become an in-demand technique. Almost everyone wants to opt for the method to reduce their trouble of shaping eyebrows. But the world is entirely different from the professional’s side. If you wish to provide this service to your clients, you will first have to undergo a training programme and get certified for the course.

The certification will offer you the following benefits:

  • Trusted Service: Under the course, you will learn about the process from beginning until the very end. It means you will be able to understand everything thoroughly. Thus, you can provide trusted service to your clients.
  • Work Anywhere: With proper certification, you can work wherever you want for the relevant service. You can get your own salon or start with somewhere else; the overall trouble will get reduced with a certificate in hand.
  • No Scope For Mistakes: As stated earlier, the course will make you understand the entire process of brow lamination. Plus, you will learn from experts who will teach you about exceptions and how to tackle different situations. This way, there won’t be any scope for mistakes.

Brow Lamination Course Price

The exact cost of brow lamination course depends on various factors, such as the level of the course and the place from where you are pursuing it. Usually, the brow lamination training may range from £500 to £800. You can also opt for combo courses to learn more at the same time.

Depending on the chosen course, you may also get the benefit of a loan. So you can complete the course and repay the loan as you earn from your learnings. This will make it trouble-free for you to kick start your career.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their brow lamination learners. We also offer free brow courses and funded level 3 beauty courses with work placements.

 

 

How Do I Start a Career in Makeup?

7th May 2021

A career in makeup is a dream for many. It is a fast-paced industry that provides you with endless opportunities if you know the skill. If you are influenced by people over the social media channels and follow their beauty blogs, and think that you have the learning attitude to become a successful makeup artist, so why not start building up your resume now?

Starting a career in makeup in the UK can be a little overwhelming, particularly when you don’t know where to look.

Enrol for the Right Course

You will have to start everything from scratch. There are lots of makeup courses available all over the United Kingdom offered by beauty academies, creative arts schools, and colleges. So, it is essential to compare the options thoroughly and choose a course carefully.

Always opt for government-accredited courses. Some of the most popular makeup qualifications you can go for including an ITEC Level 3 Diploma, Makeup Standards Authority (MASA) diploma, City and Guilds Diploma, a VTCT Level 3 Diploma, and a BTEC Level 3 Diploma. You can opt for any of these diploma courses to start a career in makeup.

Once you get certified, it is up to you how you pursue further.

  • Look for retail jobs to learn about makeup
  • Assist as much as possible
  • Stay professional
  • Stock up your favourite high-street brands to build up your kit bag
  • Do your research about the industry you are getting in
  • Always stay humble and respect privacy

The role of a makeup artist is not just to apply cosmetics on people’s faces. The clients you are working with would also want you to keep certain things confidential. In short, you can build a robust client base by gaining trust.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their beauty therapy learners. We also offer free make up courses and funded level 3 make up courses with work placements.

What Do Level 3 Beauty Therapists Learn?

30th April 2021

Level 3 Beauty is an advanced course that beauticians take after successfully completing the Level 2 Diploma. This course is suitable for those aspiring beauty therapists who want to expand their skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the lucrative UK beauty industry. With Level 3 certification, work as a self-employed beauty therapist or in hotels, clinics, spas, and health clubs. Completing the Level 3 Diploma tells that you have the expertise and knowledge to deal with some of the complex beauty treatments. During the course, you build on the skills and knowledge you gained from Level 2.

The course covers the knowledge and skills essential to being a professional beauty therapist – from hygiene to physiology and anatomy, everything will be covered.

  • Anatomy and physiology of body systems where you will learn about the systems and organs of the human body. This includes learning about how skin and cells function.
  • Advanced body massage, where you will explore the significant principles of massage, classification of massage, and benefits of massage.
  • Advanced skincare like understanding the ageing process, product selection, benefits of a professional facial, factors the speeds up and slows down the ageing process.
  • Learning about nutrition
  • Everything about the spa, like understanding the different stages of spa treatment, business benefits of spa services, etc.
  • This is how you will learn how to consult clients, how to recommend the right products, and how to encourage them for a specific treatment.

You will learn a lot more like client handling, how to provide good service, etc. as you move further up.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their beauty therapy learners. We also offer free beauty therapy courses and funded level 3 beauty courses with work placements.

How Long Does It Take to Do a Nail Course?

23rd April 2021

Before you start with your nail course, you should know that there are several different options for you to consider.

Some beauty school & online classes offer one-day fast-paced courses, while others can go in detail and can last up to 4 months!

Here are the three qualifications that you can get:

Level one – it is a beginner qualification where you will learn the basics. You will learn how to use forms, create gel nails, and remove nail extensions. Usually, this course takes one day to complete and it is made for beginners. However, some schools offer one-day training sessions for more difficult tasks, such as fiberglass nails or acrylics – these are for pros only.

NVQ Level 2 – this is an intermediate level that allows you to work on your own pace with clients. You will learn a lot more about artificial nails, manicures, and pedicures as well as health and infections of natural nails. You can finish this course in 16 weeks by attending 1 full day and 1 half-day at a salon.

NVQ Level 3 – this course is designed for advanced nail techs who already work on their own and without supervision. If you’ve previously mastered Level 2, you can upgrade your skills and knowledge level by attending the Level 3 course. With this diploma, you will learn a lot about electric filing, nail extensions, art design, as well as nail tips. You can graduate in 17 weeks.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their nail technician learners. They also offer free  nail courses and work placement

How Do I Start My Own Acrylic Nail Business?

16th April 2021

You would be surprised to know that nail art marketing is continuously blooming. If you are interested in nail art and want to take it to the next level, you can think of starting your own acrylic nail business. It is not necessary to set up a fancy salon to launch a business; all you need is the right set of skills to get started as an acrylic nail professional from your home.

Check out what you need to get started as a nail art professional from the comforts of your home.

Understand the Industry

Start your research by getting deep into the industry and, understand what is trending like fibreglass nail extensions, gel extension, acrylic extension and many more.

Get The Right Training

Once you have found your preferred field in the nail art industry, you need to get yourself trained in that vertical. Today there are online nail technology classes available that can give you the right assistance.

Get License and Permits

Even if you want to start a business at home, you need a license and permit to tag yourself as a professional. It will also help you in landing elite clients in the market.

Invest in Quality Products

If you wish to emerge as a successful entrepreneur, you must invest in good products to drive customers. Tie up with premium manufacturers for supply.

There you go, with the least investment and efforts, you can start your own business. All you need is skills and a practical business plan to steer your home nail art business towards success.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their acrylic nail learners. We also offer free acrylic and manicure courses and funded level 3 nail courses with work placements.

 

What Does Threading Mean?

9th April 2021

Both men and women have been a little conscious of unwanted hair on their bodies from always. That is why everyone opts for a hair removal method to get rid of the unwanted hair. Waxing was and is still a go-to solution for body hair removal. However, it proved to be harsh for removing the facial hair. This is where threading came into the role.

What is Threading?

Threading is a process where experts use a thin cotton or polyester thread, twist it, and use it to pluck the hair from one’s face. The benefit here is that the hair gets removed from the follicle level, hence, providing highly smooth results. Plus, there is no risk of irritation or harshness on the face.

This process is mostly used to remove upper lip hair and shape the eyebrows. The thread used here provides additional precision in eyebrow shaping while remaining gentle on the sensitive area around the eyes.

Other Details On Threading

Though all experts have their own technique of threading, most of them use one of the three methods for threading:

  • Mouth method
  • Hand method
  • Neck method

People usually fear threading due to the pain associated with it. But this can be easily avoided when an expert does it. Professionals know pressure application techniques. Thus, they are able to reduce the pain to an extended level.

In Short,

It can be said that threading is an efficient method of removing facial hair with complete precision and much less pain. This way, desired results can be obtained without much hassle.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their threading learners. We also offer free threading courses and funded level 3 beauty courses with work placements.

How Do I Get Certified in Makeup?

2nd April 2021

If you are a pro with the lip liner, a wizard with a pair of scissors, and extremely wise with a blusher brush, the makeup industry just might be for you. A makeup artist uses his/her artistic skills along with cosmetics to enhance a person’s appearance, highlighting their natural beauty and hiding any imperfections that they are embarrassed about. The first thing that one might ask is how do I get certified in makeup. Well, there are plenty of certification programmes across the United Kingdom, from diplomas to makeup schools, and beauty academies.

Makeup Artist Courses

While you don’t need a degree to become a makeup artist, a recognised certification will do the trick.

#1 VTCT NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Makeup

This is the ideal way to start your journey in makeup and get certified. It is a beginners’ course or certification programme designed for those who have zero experience in makeup. VTCT NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Makeup is a Professional beauty course that teaches techniques and procedures that will help you set foot in the beauty industry.

#2 VTCT NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Makeup Artistry

While the NVQ Level 2 Diploma prepares students for employment as a junior or assistant makeup artist, NVQ Level 3 Diploma teaches technical level skills that open the doorway to a lot of opportunities.

These courses are offered by beauty academies, creative arts schools, and colleges across the UK. Just make sure that the certification programme you choose is accredited by the government as well as other regulatory bodies.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their beauty therapy learners. We also offer free make up courses and funded level 3 make up courses with work placements.

Which Beauty Treatments Make the Most Money?

26th March 2021

People are getting savvier over things they spend their money, especially when it comes to beauty treatments. Gone are the days when the ladies just visited the salon for a quality facial. Today, people are seeking out more specific and complicated services that surprisingly are quite expensive.

Surprisingly, in the UK, semi-permanent makeup treatments are on the rise and they are whoppingly expensive. And average semi-permanent treatment can easily cost around £400. So, if you are an aspiring beautician or a beauty expert, we have brought you some of the trendiest and profitable beauty treatments that you would want to learn.

#1 Microshading

Microshading is a brow treatment that fills in the eyebrows with tiny dots. An average treatment costs £260. If you master the art, and bring in new techniques to perform microshading, you can easily increase the rate. Nevertheless, this is still high and you can earn £2,600 a week with just microshading clients.

#2 Ombre Brows

Ombre brows is a soft-shading technique that is quite expensive. A single appointment costs around £300, which means you can make £3000 per week. It is a complicated procedure and requires high focus.

#3 Semi-Permanent Eyeliner

A single semi-permanent eyeliner treatment can cost up to £330. However, its training cost is way higher. But if you master the art, it can turn out to be quite profitable.

#4 Semi-Permanent Lip Liner

A semi-permanent lip liner treatment brings in £3,600 per week given that you are experienced.

#5 Semi-Permanent Brows

Including semi-permanent brows in your service would bring you £4,420 per week if you treat 10 clients.

These are the most popular and expensive beauty treatments that are quite profitable.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their beauty therapy learners. We also offer free beauty therapy courses and funded level 3 beauty courses with work placements.

How Do I Become a Nail Technician in the UK?

19th March 2021

There are a lot of nail techs nowadays worldwide due to the massive increase in social media, as well as because of beauty YouTubers.

Nowadays, everyone is trying to look presentable, and almost every woman loves to do some sort of a manicure every month.

If you wish to become a nail tech in the UK just know that you will profit from this profession. Here is how you can become a nail tech in the UK:

Level one is the most basic and beginner qualification. You can gain the needed knowledge for manicures and pedicures with this course. You can finish this course online as well as in some salons.

NVQ Level 2 is a nail course that allows you to work on your own with clients. You will also learn how to do gel manicures and nail extensions. NVQ Level 2 can be taught in school, through courses, as well as in some colleges.

NVQ Level 3 is a complete course that allows you to work unsupervised. You will learn how to do acrylic nails as well as nail art. After finishing this course, you can also open up your salon and run your business.

All of these qualifications can be achieved through online classes, beauty classes, and in school.

Each course is different in price, as well as in its length. At CPBA, however, you can finish your nail tech course in less than 4 months!

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their nail technician learners. They also offer free  nail courses and work placement

Why Is Barbering So Popular?

30th January 2021

The barbering industry is booming! This is one of the best & most-profitable professions that suits creative people, as well as those who love to give other people major transformations.

Here are the top 4 reasons why barbering is so popular at the moment:

  1. It is a quick-learning profession

A lot of barbering courses can be mastered in a matter of weeks! You don’t have to spend years at school since you can figure out how to cut hair through some at-salon & online classes. They are very fast-paced and suitable for anyone, so everybody is welcome!

  1. It is quite profitable

A lot of men & women are turning to the hair industry since they are well-aware of the money that’s in it. Nowadays hairdressers are making a decent living for themselves, and are running successful salons on their own.

  1. You can thank social media

Social media has made a huge impact on the hair industry. There are a lot of adds on Facebook as well as Instagram that can capture your interests. It is also way easier to find a trusted barber nowadays than it was ever before. Everybody is posting their work online, and they are constantly following trends!

  1. You won’t break a bank while mastering it

Lastly, if you wish to become a barber just know that your learning process doesn’t have to be too pricey. There are some government-founded courses, as well as apprenticeships that will help you master everything without going to either high-school or college (and both of these were quite expensive back in time).

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their barbering learners. They also offer free   barbering courses and work placement

How Do I Get to Do Gel Nails?

25th January 2021

If you want to take your passion for doing gel nails to a different level, you need to get yourself certified. Nail artists who possess a legit certificate will get better exposure in the market. It will give you a needed thrust to expand your horizons and get trusted clients.

So, if you have decided to turn your passion into a profession, certify your services. Here’s how you can:

#1 Look For Trusted Online or Offline Training Centres

There is an abundance of online and offline centres training budding nail artists to emerge as professionals in the market. You need to look for credible online or offline platforms that have a wide selection of certified courses.

 #2 Choose The Best Certificate Course

Once you have found the right platform to pursue your course, the next thing you need to do is go through the range of courses they have. Look for the ones that have credible accreditation or provide you a legit certificate. ABT Accredited, CPD Accredited, VTCT approved courses are highly recommended.

#3 Pursue The Courses

Now, all you need to do is pursue the selected course with utter dedication. Whether you are learning online or offline, you must be able to grasp the best from the course.

After completing the course, you are awarded a certificate to commence your gel nail works. Getting certified for your skills is as easy as it can be. Make sure to choose the best courses.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their gel nail learners. We also offer free gel nail and nail art courses and funded level 3 nail courses with work placements.

 

Which Course Is Best for Makeup Artist?

21st January 2021

Want to become a makeup artist? There are plenty of options awaiting you. Whether you have nailed every online beauty tutorial out there or are still struggling with using an eyeliner, a makeup course is a great way to boost your beauty skills and expertise. But, you may get stuck when choosing the right course to kickstart your career as a makeup artist. In the UK, there are plenty of great courses to choose from to help you master the basics to become a highly-skilled makeup artist.

There are two popular courses in the UK that are considered the best for budding makeup artists.

#1 VTCT NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Makeup

This is the entry-level course for beginners who boast zero experience in the makeup industry. Upon completion of the course, you will get a valuable certificate accredited by VTCT. This course requires students to work in commercial beauty salons where regular assessments are carried out on real paying clients. It also contains some hairdressing units that make the course an-all encompassing certification program.

#2 VTCT NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Makeup

Once you finish Level 2 Diploma, the next option you have is Level 3. Level 3 allows you to work as an independent professional after completion of the course. The course includes units that not just cover makeup, but different entities of makeup, including hair and nail art, beauty therapy, massage, and more.

The course you choose will depend on the institution you are enrolling into. There are plenty of beauty schools, salon academies, universities offering makeup courses in the UK. Always go with an accredited one.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their beauty therapy learners. We also offer free make up courses and funded level 3 make up courses with work placements.

How Much Do Hairdressers Earn in the UK?

14th January 2021

It’s a great question because, let’s be honest, money makes the world go round! Hairdresser salaries can vary a lot.

What type of hairdresser do you want to be?

It is worth looking into this before and while you are training. When you have a clear goal in sight, it is easier to work towards a successful career.

So what influences a hairdresser’s salary?

  1. Skill set (senior stylists earn more than juniors).
  2. Hours worked.
  3. The area you live (working in London will pay more than a seaside town up North, but then you need to consider cost of living).
  4. Whether you work for yourself or someone else.
  5. Environment (i.e. high street salon, fashion, stage, film and TV, cruise liners, teaching).

In some cases, hair stylists make a huge amount of money. In 2006, Forbes magazine reported that the hairdresser who styled Madonna and Gwyneth Paltrow charged $800 for a new hair-do! Don’t get too excited, though, this is an exceptional circumstance, not all clients can afford an $800 hair-cut and in hairdressing you have to work hard and really prove your talents with the scissors and hair dye.

What is the average salary for hairdressers in the UK?

If you’re willing to put the time and effort in, hairdressing can bring great financial rewards. According to nationalcareers.service.gov.uk, the average salary for a hairdresser ranges from £14,000-£30,000.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their women’s hairdressing learners. We also offer free women’s hairdressing courses and work placements.

What Qualifications Do I Need to Do Acrylic Nails?

9th January 2021

If you are a nail tech or you wish to become one you should master different nail courses. In the last 2-3 years, acrylic nails have been the most loved & asked-for nails at beauty salons. This is because they have an amazing lifespan, they are quite durable, as well as easy to maintain.

Here’s how you can get qualified to do them on other clients:

There are three different nail tech diplomas that you can get. Level 1 is the most basic kind that only covers the basics of manicures.

However, Level 2 & 3 certificates will help you understand how acrylic nails are applied. These classes are usually quite detail-oriented, and they can take up to 4 months to complete.

Some beauty salons & online courses also offer faster teaching-classes for the application of acrylics. In fact, you could gain a VTCT Level 2 diploma in nail technology in one day only! There are no requirements and you do not have to have the Level 1 qualification for this training program. However, a manicure experience would be beneficial and it would help you master the acrylics in no time.

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their nail technician learners. They also offer free  nail courses and work placement

How Much Can a Barber Make in a Year?

4th January 2021

Barbers in the UK can make a decent living, along with hairdressers & nail technicians.

Nowadays thanks to social media these professions have skyrocketed, and their salaries have increased massively over the years.

Here’s how much you can make as a barber in the UK:

Barbers in the UK can make, roughly, around £24,025 per year.

However, some key factors will play a major rule in determining your salary, and those are:

  • Your training level
  • Your skills
  • How many years you’ve worked in this field
  • Your reputation

The higher the education level, the pricier your services can be!

Usually, junior barbers can make around £40-£60 per day. You will also get £20 in tips. However, a professional barber can earn up to £1000 per week!

Barbers can also profit from selling hair products that are available at a salon. If you are a salon owner you can probably work under your own rules. On the other hand, freelancing barbers will have to make a deal with their superior if they wish to be paid per hour, or per commission.

In the end, you should work 5-6 days a week anywhere from 6-10 hours. With this schedule, you can easily earn £18,000 to £24,000 in a year!

CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their barbering learners. They also offer free   barbering courses and work placement