Beauty Counter Manager

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A beauty counter retail professional is a customer-focused expert who helps clients select and apply beauty products, including skincare, makeup, and fragrances. Working in department stores, specialty beauty retailers, or luxury boutiques, they provide personalised consultations, product demonstrations, and expert beauty advice. With strong sales skills and in-depth product knowledge, beauty counter professionals enhance the shopping experience while driving brand loyalty and retail success.

ROSE BONASERA

Dermal Therapist.
Director, Elixer Skin Fitness

elixirskinfitness.com.au

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Rose Bonasera Dermal Therapist, Director Elixer Skin Fitness

Rose Bonasera is a leading dermal therapist with over 20 years experience in the professional skincare industry. Her experience ranges from educator, dermal therapist, working with a leading Sydney plastic surgeon to running her own award-winning skin clinic.

Rose is the Director Elixir Skin Fitness and is driven to achieving incredible and sustainable results for her clients. Elixir Skin Fitness was voted by Vogue Australia as South Australia’s Best Skin Health Clinic in 2018.

Rose has a special interest in inflammatory skin conditions, extrinsic and intrinsic ageing and the connection between the skin, gut and internal health. Rose’s goal is to educate her clients on how they can look after their skin with an integrative approach, creating customised skin treatment plans for each client’s unique story.

Rose enjoys working in partnership with male and female clients to achieve positive changes in the appearance of their skin, and as a result, also increasing their self-confidence.

Rose is results-driven and is passionate about working with some of the latest equipment devices available to achieve outstanding results for her clients. Rose also successfully runs Elixir Education Events every year for existing and new clients, inviting industry-based guest speakers to continue educating her clients on an integrative approach to skin health and the generation prevention culture.

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What does a Beauty Counter Retail Professional do?

Beauty counter professionals are the face of beauty brands, offering expert guidance to customers looking for skincare and makeup solutions. They combine product expertise, sales strategies, and exceptional customer service to create an engaging and educational shopping experience.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Greet and assist customers in selecting beauty products tailored to their needs.
  • Provide expert advice on skincare routines, foundation matching, and makeup application.
  • Perform product demonstrations, mini makeovers, and beauty consultations.
  • Educate clients on product ingredients, benefits, and proper application techniques.
  • Meet sales targets and promote special offers, loyalty programmes, and new launches.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the beauty counter, including product displays.
  • Stay updated on the latest beauty trends, products, and brand training.
  • Process transactions and handle customer inquiries or concerns professionally.

Work Environments:

Beauty counter professionals work in various retail and beauty settings, such as:

Department Stores:
Representing high-end beauty brands in stores like David Jones or Myer.

Specialty Beauty Retailers:
Working in beauty chains like Sephora or Mecca.

Luxury Boutiques & Perfumeries:
Selling premium skincare, makeup, and fragrances.

Pharmacy & Drugstore Beauty Sections:
Assisting customers with affordable beauty options.

Airport Duty-Free Stores:
Serving international customers with luxury beauty products.

Skills & Qualifications

Skills & Qualifications Required:

  • Strong Product Knowledge:
    Understanding skincare, cosmetics, and fragrance ingredients.
  • Customer Service & Sales Skills:
    Ability to engage with customers and drive sales.
  • Makeup & Skincare Expertise:
    Capability to perform makeup applications and consultations.
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
    Creating a welcoming shopping experience.
  • Attention to Detail:
    Keeping displays organised and visually appealing.
  • Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment:
    Managing multiple customers and sales targets.

While formal education is not always required, these qualifications can be beneficial:

  • Certificate II or III in Retail Cosmetics (Australia)
  • Certificate III or IV in Beauty Therapy (Australia)
  • Makeup Artistry or Skincare Short Courses (TAFE, beauty academies, online courses)
  • Sales & Customer Service Training (Retail-specific programmes)
  • Brand-Specific Training (Provided by luxury and specialty beauty brands)

Career Growth & Opportunities

A career in beauty counter retail can lead to exciting opportunities, such as:

Beauty Counter Manager:
Leading a team and overseeing sales performance.

Brand Ambassador or Trainer:
Representing a beauty brand at industry events or training staff.

Freelance Makeup Artist or Skincare Consultant:
Expanding into private beauty services.

Beauty Marketing & Social Media:
Managing digital content and influencer collaborations for brands.

Luxury Retail or Personal Shopping:
Working in exclusive VIP beauty services.

With the beauty industry continuously evolving, working in beauty counter retail offers a dynamic and rewarding career, combining sales expertise with creativity and customer engagement.