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Skincare Specialists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Skincare Specialists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$38,770
Median Annual Salary
▲
+6.5% vs 2024
$49,910
Mean Salary
$38,770
Median Salary
$18.64
Hourly Rate
11,360 people work as Skincare Specialists in California
Skincare Specialists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Skincare Specialists in California earn a median salary of $38,770 per year ($3,230/month).
This is 15.9% below the national average of $46,116.
California ranks #39 out of 49 states for Skincare Specialists pay.
Approximately 11,360 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 6.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Skincare Specialists
Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.
Top Skills
Speaking
3.62
Active Listening
3.5
Service Orientation
3.5
Reading Comprehension
3.12
Active Learning
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.52
English Language
3.79
Sales and Marketing
2.98
Chemistry
2.88
Education and Training
2.68
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(87.3% of workers)
Salaries for Skincare Specialists in California range from $34,650 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $77,160 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $36,290 and $54,110.
Median $38,770
P10: $34,650P25: $36,290P75: $54,110P90: $77,160
10th
$34,650
25th
$36,290
Median
$38,770
75th
$54,110
90th
$77,160
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,650
$16.66
$2,887
25th Percentile
$36,290
$17.45
$3,024
Median (50th)
$38,770
$18.64
$3,230
75th Percentile
$54,110
$26.01
$4,509
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$77,160
$37.10
$6,430
Note: The mean (average) salary of $49,910 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Skincare Specialists make in California?
The median annual salary for Skincare Specialists in California is $38,770 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $49,910.
What is the salary range for a Skincare Specialists in California?
Salaries for Skincare Specialists in California range from $34,650 at the 10th percentile to $77,160 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $36,290 and $54,110.
What is the starting salary for a Skincare Specialists in California?
Entry-level Skincare Specialists positions in California typically start around $34,650 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $36,290 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Skincare Specialists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 11,360 people are employed as Skincare Specialists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Skincare Specialists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Skincare Specialists in California is approximately $18.64 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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