Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 79'000 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 98'500 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 105'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 106'600 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 118'925 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 113'100 |
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Swiss professionsBeauty & Sports
Naturkosmetiker/in
You care for the skin with natural plant oils and herbs.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
Naturkosmetiker/in and cosmetologists treat faces with pure plant extracts. You focus on holistic relaxation.
In your treatment room, you combine traditional craft techniques with modern natural cosmetics. You analyze the skin condition holistically. You also create your own essences. Gentle massages and pure plant oils create deep well-being. Your work requires great dexterity and a strong awareness of natural ingredients. You support your clients on their path to healthy skin.
FieldBeauty & Sports
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryWellness & Beauty
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
⚠ Estimated — based on a related role
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Credit & Collection Representative. Based on 56 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+5% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 100'000 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 101'750 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 115'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 104'500 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | CHF 109'800 | 14 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Banking / Financial institutions | CHF 113'000 | 27 |
| Information technology / Telecom | CHF 100'500 | 5 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Naturkosmetiker/in
Official education path
The training takes place over a one-year course. It includes online and in-person classes. You finish with a written and practical exam.
Typical training path
Naturkosmetiker/in
Prerequisites
- Sense for shapes and colors
- Client-oriented behavior
- Clean working methods and sense for hygiene
Where this can lead
Career changers can specialize through targeted certificate courses in natural cosmetics.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Manual dexterity
- Holistic thinking
- Hygiene awareness
- Empathy
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You stand at the treatment table and prepare fresh herb essences. With gentle strokes, you harmonize your client's skin. You watch for every small sign of relaxation.
- You perform natural cosmetic facial treatments with pure plant oils.
- You apply special facial massage techniques to harmonize the skin.
- You focus on deep relaxation during the session.
- You conduct a comprehensive and holistic skin diagnosis.
- You consider the physical and mental condition.
- You sometimes create natural essences and elixirs yourself.
- You strictly follow the guidelines for natural cosmetics.
Working conditions
You work in specialized natural cosmetics studios, wellness centers, or during mobile treatments. Your environment is always calm and designed with natural materials.
Where to learn
- Academia Balance Swiss Naturkosmetikschule & Make-up AkademieFlorastrasse 18, 8610 Uster
Strengths
- Manual dexterity
- Holistic thinking
- Hygiene awareness
- Empathy
Trade-offs
- Physical strain
- Material costs
- Client care
- Knowledge transfer
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