Cosmetology Careers Are Usually More About Money Than Fame

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Cosmetology Careers Are Usually More About Money Than Fame

Published: July 28, 2009
by Rosanne Ullman

Are you hoping that beauty school will be your ticket to fame and fortune? Would you settle for the second half of that? A lot of cosmetologists make tons of money, but very few of them are widely well-known. Within the industry, someone like Trevor Sorbie is a household name, a true icon, but have you ever heard of him? Outside the industry there’s only one Vidal Sassoon, and then it drops to the Jose Eber level. Maybe after cosmetology school you’ll have your own reality show, which is how Tabitha Coffey acquired her 15 minutes of fame, but otherwise you might have to settle for the fortune.

I consider it the best of both worlds. You don’t have fans stalking you or cameras flashing as you run out without makeup to pick up a few groceries, but you have everything you need both in material goods and rewarding experiences. Or, one compromise is to be a stylist to the stars. You’re not exactly famous, but you hang out with people who are, and your work shows up on TV and runways, in movies and magazines.

A while ago I was talking with Marcia Hamilton (photo at left), who has exactly that life, styling hair for Jada Pinkett Smith, Minnie Driver, Pink and other celebs. If you’re interested, click “video” on Marcia’s website to see where your talent can take you. Also, see our section here on beautyschooladvisor.com that talks about pursuing a film and runway career after beauty school.

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Rosanne Ullman, July 31, 2009 10:09

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OK, Andre/Drebe, you've posted about this book you're obviously trying to sell three times now. I googled it and came up with nothing. If you want to give me a website to see what it's all about, maybe I'll talk about it on the blog.

Drebe, U.S.A., July 30, 2009 01:50

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There is a must read book for the hairstylist coming out of school called ( From the bowl to the chair ) a must read for 9.95

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