Let's look at a Beauty Career for
African American men & women.

There is no question that enlightened and outgoing individuals in our inner cities enjoy the minor luxury of 'getting their hair done.'

Salons catering to the local ethnic variations have always been a staple in the cities across our country. Lately however there seems to be certain trends that are quietly emerging that may prove to be a boon or a bust for the communities in which they serve. I live in Los Angeles and I can not quite get my head around the fact that when it comes to Nail and Feet beauty management, the industry seems to be overwhelmingly Korean/Asian based.

Don't get me wrong, I have no problem with that, but as a writer and analyst, I'm supposed to recognize those things.

What I find interesting is that the black community is populated with such establishments to a disproportionate degree that is much higher than that in white neighborhoods. The technicians seem to do good work and that's why they're successful, but you won't go there to have enlightened conversations with the person working on you.

My interviews with those who regularly attend such shops have noted that the workers quietly go about their jobs, performing all the needed tasks, but with no aspirations of becoming your friend. Obviously, the language barrier is paramount in reference to these issues.

I never could figure out why more blacks don't jump on this band wagon while considering a career for African American Hair and Beauty Management.

Men In Hair & Beauty

Today, men, like their female counterparts are looking at the opportunities in these fields as "Business Owners".

Many men no longer limit their thinking to being "just a barber". They are boldly jumping into areas of hair care that was previously dominated by women. Turns out, a lot of men have some real skills when it comes to getting that "weave" just right and making those "cornrows" harvest applause.

Furthermore, with the introduction of the "Metro Sexual" man, you can not always make unfair assumptions about what services your clientele is apt to request.

A manly manicure, pedicure or skin conditioning treatment is no longer deemed unusual. A lot of men nowadays want to be every bit as "clean" or "fashionable" as their female companion.

In any event, whether you are a man or a women, you'll probably need to start with the basics if you're looking for a career in African American Beauty Management.

You need to get some serious training before anyone will want to trust you in their shop.

We have supplied for you a few links below that will give you some insight as to what types of training services and their cost are available.

Obviously, your expenses in your area will vary.




East Coast - Cosmetology Academy

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