Hand & Stone x Image Skincare In Good Hands Esthetic Fall 2026
Hand & Stone and Image Skincare share a deep commitment to growing the next generation of wellness professionals and believe beauty and wellness careers should be a first choice as a rewarding career to help others. Together, we have a powerful opportunity to change lives — opening doors for aspiring estheticians who might not otherwise be able to pursue their dreams.
By launching the Hand & Stone Scholarship Program, we can inspire future professionals, strengthen the wellness workforce, and highlight Hand & Stone’s leadership in giving back to the industry it champions.
Award Amount
One (1) $2,500 award for Fall 2026 season, opens September 1 – October 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST.
Eligibility/Qualifications
- Be 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
- Be enrolled in or accepted to an eligible U.S. Esthetics program at:
- a U.S.-accredited school leading to licensure or the applicable state-recognized equivalent;
- a BCL Qualifying Partner School.
- Demonstrate passion for the Esthetician profession, commitment to education, and financial need.
- Not have previously received a scholarship administered by Beauty Changes Lives, including scholarships funded by Hand & Stone or any other BCL partner.
- Not be an employee, contractor, or immediate family member of BCL, or an affiliated vendor. Current Hand & Stone employees eligible
BCL reserves the right to verify eligibility and make final determinations.
Application Requirements
- Complete the online application and submit proof of enrollment from an esthetics program by uploading your progress report or official acceptance letter from an accredited school.
- Submit a 3-minute maximum YouTube video with a public link answering the following questions (if the video exceeds the 3-minute requirement, or it’s submitted as a short, the application will be declined):
- Why is a career in esthetics your passion?
- How will this scholarship help you achieve your goals?
- What financial challenges have you faced, and how will this scholarship change your life?
