esteticista
/estetiˈθista/
The English phrase "esthetician" is translated into Spanish as esteticista.
The term refers to a professional who provides skin care treatments and cosmetic treatments for the face and body.
How do you pronounce it?
/estetiˈθista/
Did you know?
- The term esteticista is shared with the word estética, which in a Spanish dictionary refers not only to a beauty salon but also to the philosophical study of art and beauty.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, an esteticista is often trained to perform both skincare and nail services, whereas in English the term is usually limited to skin.
- In many Latin American countries, a professional working in a spa might also be called a cosmetóloga, even if they do not hold a formal degree in cosmetology.
Examples in context
- ¡Hola! Me gustaría programar una cita con usted, ¿es usted esteticista?Hello! I would like to schedule an appointment with you, are you an esthetician?
- Ella es una esteticista muy profesional.She is a very professional esthetician.
- Necesito hablar con la esteticista.I need to speak with the esthetician.
- La esteticista me hizo un facial.The esthetician gave me a facial.
Example conversation
Elena is asking Mateo for a recommendation at a spa.
- Mateo¿Conoces a una buena esteticista?Do you know a good esthetician?
- ElenaSí, mi esteticista es excelente.Yes, my esthetician is excellent.
- Mateo¿Ella trabaja en este spa?Does she work in this spa?
- ElenaNo, ella trabaja en un centro cercano.No, she works in a nearby center.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry esteticista, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
