Your Beauty Career Starts Here: A Guide to Starting in Beauty at 16+

Thinking about a future in beauty but unsure whether college is your only option? This practical guide from The Lab Training Academy explains how focused beauty training can help you start learning the treatments you’re interested in and build your career step by step.

Inside, you’ll explore training in classic and Russian lash extensions, lash lifting, UV gel polish and manicure, brow lamination and brow shaping services. You’ll also find guidance on CPD-accredited courses, practical learning, next steps after training and planning your beauty training alongside a wider post-16 education or work pathway.

No specific GCSE results are required to train with The Lab Training Academy. Whether you’re a school leaver, a parent or carer supporting a young person, or simply exploring your options, this guide will help you take an informed first step.