Successful estheticians know that upselling skincare services can dramatically increase income — but only when done with confidence and authenticity.
Unfortunately, many beauty professionals fall into common traps that can unintentionally damage client relationships.
Let’s break down the top upselling mistakes estheticians make — and how you can fix them to boost your revenue and client loyalty.
Mistake 1: Sounding Scripted or Robotic
Clients can tell when you’re reciting a rehearsed upsell script.
Instead, focus on having real conversations. Adapt your suggestions to the client’s mood, goals, and concerns that day.
Fix it:
Practice confident frameworks, not memorized scripts. Personalization is key.
Mistake 2: Recommending Irrelevant Add-ons
Offering services or products that don’t align with your client’s needs can make you seem pushy.
Fix it:
Tailor every upsell to the client’s skin type, goals, and current treatment plan.
Mistake 3: Upselling Too Early
Pitching an add-on before building rapport can feel jarring.
Fix it:
Wait until after your consultation or mid-treatment to make thoughtful recommendations based on your client’s needs.
Mistake 4: Undervaluing Your Recommendations
Hesitating, apologizing, or using weak language ("You don’t have to, but...") kills your authority.
Fix it:
Speak confidently. Believe in the value of what you’re offering — and your clients will too.
Mistake 5: Overloading Clients with Too Many Options
Bombarding clients with 4–5 upgrade ideas creates overwhelm, not excitement.
Fix it:
Offer one or two targeted enhancements. Keep it simple, relevant, and easy to say yes.
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