$45K - $85K/yr
Salary Range
7+
Job Titles
10+
Top Cities
6
Certifications
What is a Medical Esthetician?
A medical esthetician is a licensed skincare professional who performs advanced aesthetic treatments in medical settings under physician supervision. They specialize in clinical-grade procedures like chemical peels, microneedling, laser treatments, and pre/post-operative skincare.
What Medical Estheticians Do
- Perform chemical peels and medical-grade facials
- Administer microneedling treatments
- Assist with laser and IPL procedures
- Provide pre and post-operative skincare
- Conduct detailed skin analyses
- Recommend medical-grade skincare products
- Educate patients on treatment protocols
- Document treatments and patient progress
Typical Medical Esthetician Job Titles
Medical Esthetician Salary & Career Path
Average Salary Range
$45K - $85K/yr
Median: $58,000/yr
Entry Level
0-2 years: Junior Medical Esthetician ($40K-$50K/year)
Mid Level
3-6 years: Medical Esthetician ($52K-$68K/year)
Senior Level
7+ years: Senior Medical Esthetician, Lead ($70K-$85K+/year)
Skills & Requirements
Required Skills
- Advanced facial techniques
- Chemical peel protocols
- Microneedling expertise
- Laser safety and assistance
- Medical terminology
- Patient documentation
- Sterile technique
- Skin condition knowledge
Preferred Certifications
- State Esthetician License
- Medical Esthetician Certificate
- Chemical Peel Certification
- Microneedling Certification
- Laser Safety Certification
- CPR/First Aid
Education Requirements
State esthetician license (600-1,500 hours depending on state) plus medical esthetician training. Many complete additional certifications in chemical peels, microneedling, and laser safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Medical estheticians work in clinical settings under physician supervision and perform advanced treatments like deep chemical peels, microneedling, and laser prep. Regular estheticians typically work in spas performing facials and basic treatments.
Medical estheticians earn $45,000 to $85,000+ per year, significantly more than spa estheticians. Those in high-end med spas in major cities can earn over $100,000 with commission and bonuses.
Beyond a state esthetician license, medical estheticians typically complete specialized training in chemical peels, microneedling, laser safety, and medical terminology. Some states have specific medical esthetician certifications.
No, injectables (Botox, fillers) require a nursing or medical license. However, medical estheticians often assist with injectable procedures and provide pre/post-treatment care.