Award-winning London beauty student shares her education journey & career dreams
By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 January 2024 | Feature, Tech Talk, Training
London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT) student, Damla Osman, scooped the Level 2 Technical Beauty Therapy Student of the Year title at the college’s Star Awards 2023.
Initially unsure of the profession she wanted to pursue, Damla considered fashion, legal and architectural roles – but her passion for beauty made it the obvious career choice. “I realised that I love helping people enhance their natural beauty and boost their confidence,” she says. “Experimenting with skincare and make-up showed me the impact these products have on our skin. As I learned more about beauty techniques and trends, my passion for the industry grew.”
So it’s no surprise that the change to a client’s skin and confidence from a facial makes the treatment Damla’s favourite to carry out. “Seeing the transformation from stressed to blissful, refreshed and rejuvenated is incredibly rewarding, plus I enjoy the variety of techniques and products involved – from cleansing and exfoliating to applying masks and serums,” she reveals.
“Ultimately, my goal is to make a positive impact on people’s lives by promoting self-care, and LCBT has provided me with a fantastic start in the industry and a memorable learning journey.
“I have experienced hands-on practice of treatments and received education from experienced lecturers. It’s also been exciting to meet fellow beauty enthusiasts and build an industry network.”
Damla is currently a sales consultant for a luxury brand. “This has given me the opportunity to work with fragrance, skincare and make-up products and increase my customer service skills,” she explains. “I love being able to help people make an informed beauty decision and show them new products.