You Know You've Been an Esthetician Too Long When...
Ah, the life of an esthetician! It's all glamour, relaxation, and zen vibes, right? Well, not quite. If you've been in the beauty game for a while, you might start noticing some, shall we say, "occupational quirks." Let's dive into the tell-tale signs that you've perhaps been an esthetician just a tad too long. Don't worry; we're here to laugh with you, not at you!
1. Your Friends Call You "Dr. Pimple Popper Jr."
You can't help but notice every tiny blemish on your friends' faces. And let's be honest, you've definitely offered to "take care of that" for them... during brunch. It's not your fault that your eyes have become finely tuned pore-seeking missiles!
2. You've Developed Superhuman Hearing
The sound of a client's phone vibrating through 17 layers of clothing? You're on it faster than a hot wax on a hairy leg. Your friends are convinced you have bat-like sonar abilities.
3. Your Idea of "Light Reading" Has Changed
Remember when you used to curl up with a good novel? Now, you find yourself eagerly flipping through the latest dermal filler catalog like it's the new "Fifty Shades." Hey, no judgment here!
4. You Have Strong Opinions About Exfoliation
You've been known to lecture strangers in the skincare aisle about the dangers of over-exfoliation. Your passionate speeches about gentle, pH-balanced cleansers have become legendary at parties.
5. You've Mastered the Art of Small Talk... While Waxing
You can discuss anything from quantum physics to reality TV gossip, all while removing hair from the most sensitive areas. It's a skill, really. Maybe you should add it to your resume?
6. Your Hands Are Softer Than a Baby's Bottom
Years of slathering on creams and serums have left your hands impossibly smooth. You've considered renting them out as a high-end exfoliation tool. (Kidding, of course... or are we?)
7. You Can Identify Skin Types at 20 Paces
You've developed an uncanny ability to spot combination skin from across a crowded room. It's like a superpower, but instead of fighting crime, you're fighting premature aging and uneven skin texture.
8. Your Nightmares Involve Runaway Eyebrows
You wake up in a cold sweat, haunted by visions of asymmetrical brows and over-plucked arches. It's okay, breathe. The tweezers can't hurt you here.
9. You've Considered Opening a "Skincare Anonymous" Support Group
For those clients who just can't stop buying every new miracle cream on the market. "Hi, my name is Sarah, and I'm addicted to 10-step Korean skincare routines."
10. Your Vocabulary Has Been Permanently Altered
Words like "hydration," "collagen," and "peptides" pepper your everyday conversation. You've been known to describe a good cup of coffee as having "excellent elasticity and a smooth finish."
Bonus: You're Still Using Paper Forms (Gasp!)
If you're nodding along to these signs and still using paper forms, it might be time for an upgrade! Consider switching to digital forms to streamline your client interactions. It's like giving your business a mini-facial – refreshing and rejuvenating!
Remember, being an esthetician isn't just a job; it's a calling. A slightly obsessive, sometimes hilarious calling that involves more talk about pores than you ever thought possible. But hey, at least you're making the world a more beautiful place, one exfoliated face at a time!
So, how many of these signs did you recognize? Don't worry, we won't tell anyone if you checked all ten. Your secret's safe with us... and probably visible under a magnifying lamp.
