Category: Cosmetology

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!

We love hearing from our awesome students! See what brought Nicole to the beauty world and what she plans to do from here. Click here to read her story!

Men have been involved in the makeup world longer than you might think. Read a little bit about the history of male makeup artists and how they’ve gained more recognition recently!

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

Summer is here, and it’s time to celebrate, but it’s also time to plan. While you’re soaking up the sun, take some down time to think about what you’re doing to do next year: your senior year. If you’ve got the opportunity to design your schedule and pick your classes, this is a good time…

Many people believe that an education in hairstyling can only lead you to working behind the chair at a salon. While this is a fruitful career for many cosmetologists, it doesn’t have to be the end all be all for everyone in the field. Dreams of fashion show runways, stages and even days as a…

What is a Color Specialist? A color specialist is a professional who tailored their skill set to fit a certain demand within their industry. This career has become highly popular over the past few years, with cosmetologists choosing to perfect the depth of their skill set rather than making their talents wider in range. Color…

Trends come and go. We all know that. Puffy sleeves from the 80s are out, but 80s denim jackets are all the rage. Early 2000s kitty heels are thankfully out, but glitter eyeshadow is good to stay. If you look around, pastel hair has been a hit for a couple of years now. No color…

Are you stuck in a hair rut? Are you doing the same hairstyle day in and day out? It’s time to mix things up and to start mastering your braiding techniques. Here are some of our favorite braids and a step-by-step guide on how to perfect them. Keep calm, and braid on! The Rope Braid…

Yes, cosmetologists do learn the ins and outs of hair treatments, but their lives aren’t only filled with perms, haircuts and balayages. There’s more to a cosmetology education than meets the eye. The Technical Skills Cosmetologists learn a variety of technical skills. What a school can or should provide to cosmetology students varies by state,…