A skin therapist completes specialized training to provide skincare treatments for clients, typically at spas and physician offices. Also known as a skincare specialist or an esthetician, a skin therapist is licensed by the state and qualified to examine a person’s skin and then suggest the appropriate treatments with the goal of improving skin health. They are knowledgeable about skin conditions that affect various areas of the body and face, like rosacea, sun damage, and wrinkles. They perform facial cleansing treatments, laser hair removal, chemical peels, and lymphatic drainage techniques. Other duties include recommending products based on their clients’ unique skin needs, keeping the work area sterile, and referring clients to dermatologists as needed.