Cosmetologists for hire in Buffalo, NY
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills14%Time Management9%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree9%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
More than 10 years70%6-10 years30%Current company
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Buffalo TrimThe SALON at Ulta BeautyTime at current job
2-5 years40%Less than a year30%1-2 years20%
Browse Indeed's database of 413 profiles for Cosmetologists in Buffalo, NY
Last updated: Oct 1, 2026
Cosmetologist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Buffalo, NY: $53,907 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,324 – $77,858 yearly
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Cosmetologist/Hair Stylist
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Massage Therapy LicenseCosmetology LicenseLicensed Massage TherapistSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportCosmetologist
Hamburg, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Seeing Clients in a Personal Beauty RoleDriver's LicenseHair StylingCosmetology LicenseIndividual Beauty Client ExperienceExperience Working in the Beauty Industry+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPayrollSchedule ManagementMicrosoft WordHair Stylist
Tonawanda, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Property & Casualty LicenseBeauty MakeupDriver's LicenseMakeup ApplicationCertified Makeup Artist (CMA)Cosmetology LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareSales and Service Coordinator
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Esthetician LicenseDriver's LicenseCosmetology LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipChemical PeelExfoliation ServicesAesthetic TreatmentsCosmetologist
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
CPRCNASkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipData EntryMicrosoft ExcelSpreadsheetsBus Driver
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCosmetology LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipFood ProductionHospitalityMakeup Application
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What's the average time to fill a cosmetologist role?
The average time to fill a cosmetologist role is 113 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do cosmetologists tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a cosmetologist include: communication skills, time management and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for cosmetologists?
Common licenses or certifications for cosmetologists include: Cosmetology License, Driver's License and CPR.
What are some job titles related to cosmetologists?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to cosmetologists include: hairstylist/cosmetologist, manager/barber and sales and service coordinator.
What level of education is common for a cosmetologist?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a cosmetologist in Buffalo, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a cosmetologist?
Most cosmetologists have 18 years of professional experience.
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