It takes more than passion to become a successful beautician—it takes acquiring the correct set of skills. At BS Salon Academy, we equip our students with hands-on training, practical experience, and in-depth knowledge of beauty procedures. Whether you have a passion for salon-owning or want to pursue a career in the beauty field, these are the most essential skills every parlor student should learn to achieve a fulfilling career.

1. Basic Skin Care Techniques

Skin types need to be known, and the appropriate care needs to be given. Our students know:

Cleansing, toning, and moisturizing procedures

Basic and advanced facials

Exfoliation and skin analysis

Acne and pigmentation treatment

Why it matters: Clients leave their skin with you, and the wrong product or method can damage it. Knowing what works with which skin type is important.

2. Hair Cutting & Styling

Hair makes up a significant segment of the beauty market. Our parlor curriculum includes:

Fundamental and advanced cutting

Blow-drying, straightening, and curling

Spa for hair and scalp

Party and bridal styles

Pro Tip: One haircut can make or break someone's appearance and confidence—creativity and accuracy are important!

3. Hair Coloring & Chemical Treatments

From global color to highlights, students need to be trained in:

Color theory and blending

Application skills

Keratin, smoothening, and rebonding treatments

What makes you different: Providing safe chemical treatments is a high-end skill customers are ready to pay extra for.

4. Makeup Application

A beautician is also supposed to be a makeup artist. Students learn:

Day, evening, and party makeup

Bridal makeup

Color correction and contouring

Product knowledge and hygiene

Tip: Perfect makeup begins with knowing the face shape, skin tone, and occasion.

5. Waxing & Threading

Two of the most sought-after services in any salon:

Full-body waxing (sugar, Rica, roll-on)

Facial and eyebrow threading methods

Hygiene and aftercare

Remember: Comfort and hygiene are vital to a client returning for follow-up services.

6. Client Communication & Salon Etiquette

Beauty is a service industry, so soft skills are necessary:

Professionally speaking with clients

Reading client needs and establishing trust

Salon hygiene and workstation organization

Managing time and handling appointments

Why this is important: Good technical skills poor attitude = no clients.

7. Product Knowledge & Safety

Our students are taught:

Identification of safe and appropriate products

Reading ingredients

Patch testing and avoiding allergic reactions

Disinfecting equipment and wearing PPE

Skill + safety = trusted beauty professional.

Final Thoughts

At BS Salon Academy, we encourage training with a purpose. These high-demand skills are only the starting point—what sets a truly exceptional beautician apart is the synergistic blend of knowledge, self-assurance, and customer service.

A beginner or someone who wants to level up, our parlor syllabus is crafted to get you job-ready and future-ready.