Beautician: meaning, definitions and examples
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beautician
[bjuːˈtɪʃən ]
Definition
professional
A beautician is a person who is trained to provide beauty treatments for the hair, skin, and nails. They may specialize in services such as hair styling, facials, manicures, pedicures, and makeup application.
Synonyms
beauty therapist, cosmetologist, esthetician.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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beautician |
Used when referring to someone who provides various beauty services, particularly in salons. It is a general term.
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cosmetologist |
Typically used to describe someone who is professionally trained in a wide range of beauty treatments, including makeup, skin care, and hair care. It has a more technical and professional connotation.
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esthetician |
This term is generally used in the context of someone who focuses specifically on skin care treatments, such as facials, peels, and hair removal. It is often used in spa settings.
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beauty therapist |
Often used in professional or formal contexts to describe someone who not only provides beauty treatments but also offers advice on skincare and wellness.
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Examples of usage
- The beautician at the salon did a fantastic job with my hair.
- She decided to pursue a career as a beautician after completing her cosmetology training.
- The beautician recommended a hydrating facial for my dry skin.
- I have an appointment with the beautician tomorrow for a manicure and pedicure.
- The beautician used high-quality products during my makeup session.
Translations
Translations of the word "beautician" in other languages:
🇵🇹 esteticista
🇮🇳 सौंदर्य विशेषज्ञ
🇩🇪 Kosmetiker
🇮🇩 ahli kecantikan
🇺🇦 косметолог
🇵🇱 kosmetyczka
🇯🇵 美容師 (biyōshi)
🇫🇷 esthéticien
🇪🇸 esteticista
🇹🇷 güzellik uzmanı
🇰🇷 미용사 (miyongsa)
🇸🇦 خبير تجميل (khabeer tajmeel)
🇨🇿 kosmetička
🇸🇰 kozmetička
🇨🇳 美容师 (měiróng shī)
🇸🇮 kozmetičarka
🇮🇸 snyrtifræðingur
🇰🇿 косметолог
🇬🇪 კოსმეტოლოგი (kosmetologi)
🇦🇿 kosmetoloq
🇲🇽 esteticista
Etymology
The term 'beautician' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'beauty' with the suffix '-ician' to denote a person skilled in a particular field. Beauticians have been an integral part of the beauty industry, providing professional services to enhance the appearance and well-being of their clients. Over the years, the role of beauticians has evolved to encompass a wide range of beauty treatments and services, reflecting the changing trends and preferences in the beauty world.
See also: beautification, beautified, beautifier, beautiful, beautifully, beautify, beautifying.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,481, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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