Most people head to cosmetology school to become a cosmetologist, nail technician, or hair stylist. However, there are many careers open to you that you may not have realized existed. One lucrative career option within the cosmetologist industry is makeup artist. Depending on your state and goals, you may be able to use your cosmetology…
Every state has different license requirements for cosmetologists. In Texas, you have to renew your license every two years in order to remain in compliant and legally practice your trade. Although it is easy to renew your license, there are some important things that you need to know. How to Renew a Texas Cosmetology License…
Students who do not have the time or availability to take cosmetology classes at a local institution or college may wish to take online cosmetology classes instead. Many of these programs offer the same education you would receive in person, but with the flexibility of online education. However, depending on your state, you may not…
The coursework in cosmetology school typically covers the important techniques for working with hair, nails, esthetics, and other areas of the industry. You also have the option to specialize in one or more of these areas, which most people do before starting their careers. It can be difficult to choose which one, but by asking…
If you want to become a cosmetologist, nail technician, esthetician, or hairstylist, or have some other career in the industry, you first have to go through cosmetology school. The number of hours you are required to take differs depending on your state, but most states require around 1600 hours. After you complete your program, you…
Mondays are a traditional day that salons close their doors to give employees some time to rest. For most salons, this means that the salon remains empty and unused. However, a Chicago salon decided to take advantage of an empty salon to do something good for the community: provide free services for cancer patients. With…
Although massage has many uses, including healing and preventing injuries, most people head to a spa to enjoy a nice, relaxing massage because of stress. Stress is associated with increasing the risk of many of the top preventable diseases plaguing the nation, including cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, diabetes, and some cancers, according to the…
Unless you live in an area with the same climate year round, your beauty routine should change with the seasons. As summer approaches, there are some important actions to take to not only protect your skin during the hot, humid, and sunny days but also to ensure your skin looks radiant. Cleanse Cleansing and exfoliating…
Some men choose to visit salons in today’s society, but most still head to the local barber for a trim and maybe even a shave. The barber profession has been around for a long time, providing hair services and shaves for men. Although it has evolved over time, including no longer doubling as a surgeon,…
Receiving stellar training is the key to becoming a success in the beauty industry. Want to know more about what going to school to be an esthetician can do for your career aspirations? Curious about what the career outlook is for estheticians? Arlene Malay at the College of International Esthetics, Inc. was kind enough to…