Although superheroes have always had a place in fiction, especially comic books, movies, and television, they can also have a place in real life. You do not need to fight crime or face the ultimate evil to become a superhero in your city. Every day, ordinary citizens are performing actions that make them…
Celebrities inspire many looks and trends, especially among women. The advances of social media have made it easy for trends to quickly spread around the globe with a simple hashtag. Within hours or days, people can be wearing the same thing or perform the same challenge. Some of these trends are harmless and may even…
Continuing education is an essential component of any professional massage therapist’s career. You should not feel burdened by any continuing education requirements you may have. Instead, you should take advantage of the diverse courses offered in a variety of places that provide significant benefits to your career. The following six incentives are just a few…
The importance of prom night has long been acknowledged among high school students. The teenagers want to look their very best, especially as the night will be well documented by pictures. Every year, certain styles become widely popular for students around the country. As a hairstylist, nail technician, and/or makeup artist, it is important to…
Braiding has long been a popular hairstyle, especially among the African American community. Many small businesses around the country provide specialized services for braiding hair that are not always offered in typical hair salons, but they often end up having to adhere to the same regulations as cosmetologists. Several of these braiding businesses have begun…
Before choosing to become a nail technician, it is important to know how much money you can expect to make, especially in your first year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the job outlook for manicurists and pedicurists is good, with an expected 16 percent job growth between 2012 and 2022. This growth…
A beauty technician has many essential tools in his or her arsenal, of which one of the most important is the simple cotton swab, also known as a Q-tip. This plain but invaluable tool does much more then aid in cleaning your ears. With its low price and ubiquity, you never have to worry about…
Most people would not expect working in a salon to come with health risks beyond burning oneself on a curling iron. However, many salon products contain formaldehyde, which has been shown to be associated with the development of health problems, including respiratory illness. One salon worker discovered this the hard way and was subsequently fired…
A cosmetologist typically works in a salon or spa to provide hair care, facials, scalp treatments, nail care, and other beauty treatments. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ latest data, the expected 10-year job growth is 13 percent, and the median salary is $23,140. Although attending university is not required to become a cosmetologist,…
Working in a salon typically provides interested staff members with the opportunity to try a variety of products. For many newbie cosmetologists, experimenting with different brands is part of the fun. However, as time goes by, most people start to favor certain products. This can become a problem for some stylists who disagree with the…