The world of aesthetics and Beauty Institutes is constantly evolving. New techniques, technological innovations, well-being trends or regulatory requirements: yesterday's beauty professions are no longer quite those of today. Faced with these changes, the continuing education stands out as an essential lever for professionals wishing to remain competitive and fulfilled in their career.
In beauty institutes, we see new services and skills regularly. For example, in recent years have emerged sharp techniques such as microblading for eyebrows, the nail art Advanced, high-tech aesthetic care (gentle lasers, LED Therapy, etc.) or even holistic approaches mixing aesthetics and well-being (plantar reflexology, massages inspired by world traditions, etc.). At the same time, digitalization transforms customer relations: making online appointments, beauty advice by videoconferencing or promoting services on social networks are now part of the daily life of beauty institutes. Consumers, for their part, are better informed and more demanding, looking for professionals always at the forefront.
This rapid development of the profession of esthetician and more broadly of all practitioners in beauty institute involves never ceasing to learn. Even the bases of the profession are enriched: today, a good professional must not only master conventional aesthetic techniques, but also know the latest cosmetic trends, knowing how to advisor in terms of personalized care, and sometimes have concepts of management or sales. The aesthetic professions are evolving Towards more expertise and versatility.
To follow the pace of these changes, continuing education is the best ally of beauty professionals. These can be short internships to learn a new technique (for example to train in eyelash extensions or a new facial care protocol), online modules to improve the management of an institute, or even certifying training leading to an additional diploma (such as professional qualification certificates specific to aesthetics). This learning throughout professional life not only makes it possible to acquire new skills, but also develop your career : offer new services in its beauty institute, access a position of responsibility, or even diversify your activity (for example by adding a SPA or well-being specialty).
Fortunately, in France, many devices encourage and facilitate the continuing education of estheticians and managers of institutes. For example, artisanal business leaders necessarily contribute to a training fund (FAFCEA) which can finance all or part of their improvement internships. Likewise, employees of a beauty institute have access to funding via their skills operator (OPCO), which makes training accessible to all. In other words, training regularly is not an insurmountable charge: it is an investment, often financially supported, which reports in the long term.
