They straighten or permanent wave a patron's hair. They may also give manicures and pedicures, scalp and facial treatments, provide makeup analysis for women and style wigs and hairpieces. Cosmetologists keep records of appointments and hair color formulas. They keep work area clean and sanitize hairdressing tools. State license required, but conditions vary.
Most states require graduation from a cosmetology school and passing and examination.
These figures vary largely in different areas of the state and especially the nation.