BECOME A Licensed Medical ESTHETICIAN!

 Medical Estheticians—sometimes called "paramedical estheticians"—are skincare professionals who work in more clinical settings.  They perform the same services as traditional estheticians and perform procedures commonly called advanced non-ablative/non-invasive esthetic procedures. 

They can have transformative impacts on people's lives by helping them care for their skin with the goals of both improving their health and increasing their confidence.  Under the directive of a licensed doctor, Medical Estheticians can work with cancer patients to treat skin-related side effects of chemo or post-radiation burns or soreness. They could also work with burn victims to help them care for their skin and teach them about makeup application techniques to hide scarring if they so desire.   

Like traditional Estheticians, Medical Estheticians also perform cosmetic skin treatments  like traditional estheticians can, such as facials, superficial chemical peels, beauty makeup, eyelash extensions,  waxing and more.

 With more people seeking non-invasive treatments to help them look more youthful, this occupation is on the rise. There are more than 30,000 Medical Estheticians in the U.S. and the demand for them is growing faster than average.

Although the term “Medical Aesthetics” is commonly used, esthetics is not a medical practice. Licensed Estheticians or Medical Estheticians are not permitted to perform the following services: (unless overseen by a Medical Director:

•  Microneedling 
• Dermaplaning 
• Deep dermis chemical peels
• Skin Laser treatments

Estheticians may provide services that target and treat the superficial layers of the skin.  However, some Estheticians who work with Dermatologists may refer patients to an Esthetician for procedures that complement a dermatologist's services.  Thus, establishing the position and title of Medical Esthetician.

Medical Estheticians could work in plastic surgery clinics assisting patients with post-surgery care. They work in popular workplaces, like:

•  Plastic Surgery Clinics 
•  Dermatology Offices 
•  Health and Wellness Centers  
• Beauty Treatment Spas (overseen by a Medical Director) 

As of April 26, 2022, Medical Esthetician average salary in Texas is $48,812, but the range typically falls between $44,078 and $64,61.