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Congratulations on choosing to enter one of the most marketable fields in today’s economy! Glassdoor even listed hair styling as a job that can’t be replaced by robots. There are so many things you can do if you hold a cosmetology license. Working as a stylist in a salon is the most common career path…

We’ve got some great information on different ways to pay for school! Don’t miss out on these tips so that paying for school isn’t a stressful part of your education.

Not everyone is cut out for a 9-5 job, and luckily, you don’t have to pursue a job like that if you don’t want to. They say that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life, so are you ready to find your dream career? Here are 5 signs…

Dual licensure in esthiology and massage therapy can open the doors to a variety of careers. Find out why you should consider this educational path!

Everyone’s skin is different. One-size-fits-all products hardly ever work for people with most skin conditions, and it’s because your skin needs tailored products and solutions. Building a skin care routine can seem hard, especially if all your friends have similar routines that don’t work for you. If you’re struggling to come up with a routine…

What does it involve and what are the career paths? If these are the types of questions you are asking yourself, read the article below to find out if a career in cosmetology at Douglas J Aveda Institute might just be the journey you’re looking for. Cosmetologists by Definition Cosmetologists are trained and licensed to…

Stylists have many traits that make them successful. A stylist can be very passionate about their career, and they can work hard to provide great services. We’ve pointed out five amazing traits all stylists possess.

Your alarm goes off and you sluggishly walk to your bathroom to get ready for the day only to be greeted by a monster on your head. Yep, today you are dealing with a classic bad hair day. We all have them. It comes with having gorgeous locks. But do not fret, we have five…

Styling Textured Hair is Part of Our Curriculum Too often, education surrounding the styling and coloring of textured hair is lacking in the curriculum of beauty school programs. Aveda has always recognized the need for improvements to our curriculum that placed more of an emphasis on being able to beautifully cut, style, color and treat…

Do you love when movies and plays are able to pull you into the world? That’s the magic that comes from the work behind the scenes. Find out how you can get involved in the entertainment industry by becoming a film and theater hair specialist!

It’s no secret that we love beauty school! We want to share some positive things we wish everyone knew about it. Click here to learn more!

If you’re considering a cosmetology education, you are probably wondering how long it will take before you can jump in feet first to a career that you’re passionate about. It is SO exciting to get started on your cosmetology career training, and we hate to be the bearer of bad news, but you can’t start…

Are you wondering what the scope of a cosmetologist’s license in the state of IL is? We’ve got your answers!

Ready to update your beauty stash for summer? Here are five swaps you should make for the hot weather!