Beauty Consultant | Upto $70/hr Remote

Mercor; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading beauty research platform is seeking a Health & Beauty Expert to evaluate and recommend beauty products based on hands-on experience and market knowledge. Candidates should possess a background in retail or beauty and be adept at delivering clear evaluations. The role offers the flexibility of remote work and competitive hourly compensation ranging from $40 to $70.

Qualifications

• Hands-on background in retail, salon, beauty editorial, or as a beauty enthusiast.
• Proven ability to objectively evaluate and recommend beauty products.
• Comfortable navigating various retailers and price points.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate beauty products based on various factors.
• Write concise recommendations with clear details.
• Produce structured comparisons for consumer guidance.

Skills

Retail experience

Product evaluation

Risk assessment for safety claims

Cross-shopping skills

Job description

This range is provided by Mercor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $70.00/hr

About the Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Health & Beauty Expert
Type: Independent Contractor
Compensation: $40–$70/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: Flexible hours

Role Responsibilities

• Evaluate beauty products using ingredient lists, formulation quality, shade/undertone fit, and hair type/texture suitability.
• Write concise, objective recommendations with links, specs, pros/cons, and clear “who this is for.”
• Compare options across price tiers and retailers; highlight value picks and premium standouts.
• Assess inclusivity across tones, textures, and sensitivities; avoid medical/therapeutic claims and note safety considerations.
• Produce structured comparisons and brief buyer’s guides that reflect real‑world use cases.
• Review and refine AI‑suggested product picks; correct, annotate, and add missing context where needed.

Qualifications

Must‑Have

• Hands‑on background: retail experience (e.g., Sephora, Ulta), salon/MUA/esthetician work, beauty editorial, or a serious enthusiast track record.
• Proven ability to evaluate products objectively and write clear, concise recommendations.
• Comfortable cross‑shopping across retailers and price tiers; fluent with linking, specs, and balanced pros/cons.
• Inclusive mindset with sound judgment around claims and safety (no medical/therapeutic claims).

Preferred

• State license (esthetician/cosmetologist), fragrance taxonomy knowledge, textured‑hair expertise.

Compensation & Legal

• Independent contractor classification.
• Paid weekly via Stripe Connect.

Application Process

• Submit your resume.
• Complete a short 20‑minute AI interview.
• Optional: one‑question form to highlight your expertise (especially useful for serious enthusiasts without direct professional experience).

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [e-mail]

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Consulting