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      Ulta Beauty

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      Ulta Beauty reviews

      3.4

      56% would recommend to a friend

      (13,975 total reviews)
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      Kecia Steelman

      59% approve of CEO

      48% positive business outlook

      Ratings by demographic groups

      Ulta Beauty has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 13,975 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ulta Beauty employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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      14K reviews
      3.0
      Jul 7, 2026

      Not the job you hope you’re getting

      Hairstylist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Corporate sense of security if you’re a favorite or have proven yourself dedicated to them

      Cons

      Limited growth and hours for part timers, always watching you on the cameras, terrible pay.

      3.0
      Jul 6, 2026

      Beauty on the Outside..

      Store manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Ulta has an energetic, fast-paced culture with passionate store teams that genuinely care about the guest experience. One of the company’s greatest strengths is the opportunity to develop associates and promote talent from within. Leaders have the ability to coach, mentor, and help employees build meaningful careers. The partnerships with prestige brands and vendor representatives also create exciting in-store events, education opportunities, and a fun environment for both associates and guests.

      Cons

      The culture between stores can feel overly competitive rather than collaborative. At times, leaders are hesitant to openly share ideas or opportunities because of performance pressures, making it difficult to build strong partnerships across the district. District manager visibility can also be inconsistent, particularly for mid-volume stores that are farther from the district office. Leadership visits may be infrequent, and feedback is often centered on immediate opportunities observed during a single visit rather than ongoing coaching and professional development. As a result, managers at mid-volume locations may receive fewer opportunities for recognition, exposure, or growth compared with higher-volume stores.

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