We humans since always have a significant tend towards beautiful things, but the desire to look good is even more thrilling for people globally. Although the pursuit of beauty is challenging, applying the science of beautification for hair styling, skin care, cosmetics, manicures/pedicures, and permanent tattooing, and other beauty treatments, Cosmetology industry is dramatically fulfilling people's desire of looking their new best.

As the cosmetology industry is composed of professionals who earn their living by beautifying their customers in some form, be it through hair care, skin or nail care, or applying makeup, they have doors open to diverse careers like Health and Personal Care Salons & Stores, Motion Picture and Video Industries, Personal Care Services, Beauty blogger/vlogger, Freelance Makeup/Cosmetology instructor, and more. As per reports by Linchpin team, the global beauty industry is currently (in 2022) valued at $532 billion, and like every other industry is prone to constant change and growth. Moreover, while the Indian Beauty and Personal Care Market was estimated to be $24.53 billion in 2022, it is expected to grow further to reach $33.33 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.32 percent. Factors driving this growth are the rise in disposable income of middle class and growing aspirations of people to live good life and look good. Especially where women are already domineering diverse industries like IT, Tech, Banking & Finance, Fashion, Education, and more, Cosmetology industry isn't untouched. Inspiring many of us, Indian Women leaders in Cosmetology are spearheading some prolific industries like Medical Cosmetology, Personal Care Services, General Merchandise, Health and Personal Care Wellness, and more.

In keeping with our motto of highlighting the adeptness of women as leaders, the current issue of the Women Entrepreneur Magazine features a list of `Top 10 Women in Cosmetology - 2022'. Compiled by a panel of industry veterans, CEOs, CXOs and the Women Entrepreneur Magazine editorial team, the list features prolific women who have not only crafted illustrious and innovative businesses, but have proven their mettle as educators playing a key role in contributing towards strengthening the literacy rate of the Indian economy.