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How much do makeup counter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for makeup counter in Alabama is $14.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $15.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a makeup counter?

A Makeup Counter job involves assisting customers with selecting and applying makeup, providing product recommendations, and offering beauty advice. Employees may work in department stores, cosmetic stores, or boutiques, representing specific brands. Responsibilities often include demonstrating products, making sales, maintaining a clean workspace, and staying updated on beauty trends. Strong customer service and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

What are the daily responsibilities of a makeup counter?

Daily responsibilities at a Makeup Counter often include greeting customers, recommending and demonstrating products, and providing personalized makeup consultations. You may also be expected to meet sales targets, maintain product displays, restock inventory, and process transactions at the register. Additionally, staying up to date on new product launches and learning about current beauty trends are important aspects of the role. Teamwork is essential, as you’ll often collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth operations and excellent service throughout the store.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a makeup counter?

To succeed at a Makeup Counter, you need a solid understanding of cosmetic application, product knowledge, and basic sales techniques, usually supported by prior retail or beauty experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, inventory management tools, and sometimes cosmetic brand certifications is helpful. Excellent communication, active listening, and a customer-focused attitude are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure positive customer experiences, meet sales goals, and foster brand loyalty in a highly interactive retail environment.

How to become a makeup counter?

To become a makeup counter associate, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should have knowledge of makeup products and application techniques. Relevant skills include customer service, communication, and familiarity with beauty brands; certifications in cosmetology or makeup artistry can be advantageous. Experience in retail or beauty environments can improve job prospects, and training is often provided on the job.

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Infographic showing various Makeup Counter job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,241 per year, or $14.5 per hour.

Prestige Beauty Counter Manager - Full Time - The Summit

Belk

Birmingham, AL • On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Belk rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 254 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 21 rated department stores


Job description

The Beauty Counter Manager drives personal and team results within an assigned brand, demonstrating a passion for building personalized client relationships and sharing a genuine enthusiasm for cosmetic, beauty, and fragrance trends. This role utilizes engaging selling behaviors and strategies to enhance customer experience, while executing promotions, special events, and customer outreach initiatives. The Beauty Counter Manager possesses a competitive drive and entrepreneurial confidence to excel in a fast-paced commission environment. This is an hourly position, with monthly bonus eligibility.

What you will do

  • Demonstrate a high level of ownership, accountability, and initiative in achieving store objectives and driving the accomplishment of personal and store key metrics.

  • Create memorable store experiences through building genuine team, vendor, customer, and community relationships.

  • Lead team in providing excellent customer service, driving sales, achieving goals, and executing successful promotions, special events, and customer outreach to advance beauty business. Foster a positive store culture by sharing team successes, celebrating associate achievements, and modeling behaviors that strengthen performance and enhance customer service.

  • Build personal and team product knowledge, suggestive selling behaviors, artistry skills, and expertise in the latest industry tips and beauty trends to create exciting customer engagement. Drive repeat client interactions as a knowledgeable and trusted resource.

  • Enhance team's selling skills by assisting with onboarding, initiating teaching opportunities, and supporting associate continued learning. Connect with Beauty Advisors through team meetings and one-on-one touch bases to review goals and performance results.

  • Ensure associates are well-informed and confident in speaking to available inventory and assortment. Leverage clienteling tools and technology to provide a personalized and seamless omnichannel experience. Support store fulfillment in designated areas by accurately and efficiently executing omni processes.

  • Support team with merchandising product, replenishment, recovery, and cleanliness to maintain visual merchandising and beauty hygiene standards daily. Align presentations with vendor and company directives.

  • Partner with store leaders to ensure team schedules align with business needs, traffic plans, and event strategies to maximize associate and department productivity.

  • Demonstrate adaptability and respond to changing circumstances, adjusting tactics and shifting focus based on evolving business needs.

  • Lead shortage control and inventory accuracy in designated areas by executing price changes, product transfers, and processing damaged items timely. Champion team knowledge of inventory management, asset protection procedures, and safety guidelines.

Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to use data, guidance, and judgement to support timely and effective decisions that contribute to team and business success.

  • Skills and experience to perform in the role and a commitment to continuously learn.

  • Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks and contribute to store success by teaching, partnering, and encouraging others.

  • Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision in a deadline-driven environment.

  • Communicate with excellence.

  • Comfortable with technology, including smart phones, tablet computers and Windows-based operating systems.

  • 1+ years of retail experience and a dedication to customer service excellence.

  • Available to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

  • Must regularly move around all store areas and be accessible to customers.

  • Must bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.

  • Comfortable with and enjoy assisting customers with makeup application and skincare services.

  • Associates must maintain all required professional licenses and certifications, including any state-specific demonstrator or cosmetology licenses, as required by applicable state and local regulatory boards.

The job posting highlights the most relevant / essential responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.


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What started as two brothers in business has now grown into one big family of associates, customers and the communities we serve. Throughout the years, we've changed and grown in so many ways. We've added exciting products, changed the way we work and made it easier to shop with new technology and services. The future is bright as we continue to grow - and we can't wait!

Industry

Furniture and home furnishings stores

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1888