The Beauty Business
Understanding the Business Side of Esthetics
Course Summary
Unlock the foundational knowledge every beauty professional needs with The Beauty Business—a legacy webinar-style course recorded during the COVID lockdown. Based on Chapter 10 of the Milady Foundations text, this training introduces you to the world of spa operations, business planning, revenue flow, and the financial and professional responsibilities of working in the beauty industry.
In this course, you’ll learn:
- About compensation structures
- Booth rental vs. employment
- Commission
- Retailing
- Record keeping
- And how to think like a business owner even if you’re just starting out.
The webinar-style format captures the unique energy of remote teaching during the pandemic—offering honest guidance, live student interaction, and practical storytelling to help you understand how the beauty business really works behind the scenes.
Whether your goal is to become a spa owner, an independent esthetician, or simply to understand the financial side of your career, this course gives you the clarity and foundational knowledge you need to step into the industry with confidence.
Course Curriculum
