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Did you know that every student kit at the Douglas J Aveda Institutes contains not only the tools of the trade but a 32g iPad too? We’ve offered this extra piece of tech in our student kits for the last three years. Why? Because technology helps elevate the beauty industry, and our students should be…

Fashion Week. This iconic event takes place around the world. Did you know that behind the scenes makeup artists, hair stylists and fashion designers work together to create the looks you see on the runway? It’s true! As a licensed cosmetologist you could have the opportunity to work behind the curtain with models and other…

Douglas J Aveda Institute students are great! We can’t help but think they are some of the most talented students out there. We believe that great students go on to become great professionals. In fact, our featured student this month went on to become a professional at our Okemos Douglas J salon! This month’s student…

Aveda schools are different than other cosmetology schools. It’s just true! The Aveda brand partnership means that our curriculum is different, the products we use are different and our culture is different! When you walk into an Aveda school, it will be a different experience than you’ve had at other schools. What does that mean…

Are you excited by the idea of becoming the boss? Do you long for the day when you can work for yourself? Have you thought about getting your cosmetology license? Huh? It might not seem related right away, but getting a beauty license could be your first step toward a career as a business owner!…

There’s a stigma around beauty school and the people who attend it. Instead of brushing it off, making passive aggressive comments back or being out right combative about it, let’s talk. Beauty school can set you up for success. If you are a passionate, outgoing and dedicated individual who wants to create their own future…

Graduation season has come and gone, and now the new school year is rushing upon us. Still looking for the universe to give you a sign indicating what your future holds? Well. Here’s your sign. Here are 5 things you should do after high school. 1. Do Something That Scares You Take a leap! Take…

What makes a great esthetician? At Douglas J Aveda Institute, we believe that an esthetician goes from good to great when they put their whole heart and soul into their work. When someone genuinely loves what they do and wants to make a difference in the lives of the people around them, they go from…

Do your friends come to you for advice on what makeup to purchase, how to wear their hair or even what their next cut or color should be? Do you love helping your fam find and learn how to use the perfect contour palette? It sounds like you’re already informally a beauty consultant! Have you…

Have you considered pursuing a future in beauty but have shied away from beauty school because you feel you’re “too old” or “won’t fit in”? Douglas J Aveda Institute is here to tell you that you don’t have to be afraid! No one is too old or not right for beauty school. If you have…