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The Proud History of Cosmetics
Cosmetics – The History Behind it’s Impacts From Cultures To Presidential Elections Does today’s selfie culture mean we are too obsessed with our appearance? Based on history, the answer is no! Humans have always wanted to look their best and enhance their appearances. Cosmetologists are part of a noble and valued occupation. The Egyptians were […]
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Men as Mavens
Men are Today’s Make-Up Mavens! Back in 1960, John F. Kennedy gave men around the world an important lesson. In the first televised presidential debate, he wore cosmetic foundation on his skin. Under the harsh studio lights, he looked vibrant and healthy compared to his pale and sweaty rival Richard Nixon, who refused to wear […]
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Multicultural Beauty Training: The New Norm
Who wouldn’t love a chance to work at Gina Norris’s salon in the movie Beauty Shop? The 2005 Queen Latifah film created a world where women (and some men) spoke frankly about issues of love and sex, race and gender, and everything in-between. It was a place where a black salon owner would style the […]
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Cosmetology: Much More Than Make-Up!
Who’s Defining The Cosmetology World? Most people have the wrong idea about cosmetology. Even the dictionary is wrong! The dictionary says that cosmetology is “the art or profession of applying cosmetics.” But that couldn’t be further from the truth! The reality is that cosmetology involves so many different skills that each individual artist can define […]
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It’s a Beauty Revolution!
Savvy beauty industry pros know that cosmetology doesn’t have to be an in-person only job at a salon. Beauty influencers have used online technology to build beauty empires and more. Here are just a few examples: Huda Kattan is worth approximately $610 million according to Forbes magazine. Her beauty studies led her to a job […]
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Busting 5 Big Myths of Online Education
Online vs On-campus Myths Busted It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has turned education upside down. Every day more schools move some or all of their classes online. Whether it’s called “remote learning,” “distance learning” or “eLearning,” they’re all basically the same thing – education that takes place via the Internet. Online education can […]
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Why Not Try Beauty School During Your Gap Year?
Turn Your Gap Year Into An Experiential Education That Leads To Money Making Skills Many people had never heard of a gap year when Malia Obama, eldest daughter of former President Barack Obama, took one after high school to travel, volunteer, and complete an internship. A “gap year” is a break between high school and […]
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Kassidy Hits Level 4A
Kassidy achieves level 4A student stylist!!! Covid tried to steal your thunder but you persevered!! Congratulations on a job well done 💇♀️💇♂️❤🥳💥💯
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Cosmetology Requirements: Learn What It Takes to Become a Cosmetologist
What Does It Take to Become a Cosmetologist? Are you the first one of your friends to try a new hairstyle or lipstick shade? Are you always doing someone’s hair color in your head? Do strangers tell you they love your hair, nails, or make-up? Then it’s time to consider cosmetology school! The good news […]
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Covid-19 Update 6-1-20
Dear Valued Guests, We have opened up our student schedules for limited appointments. They will only be servicing 2 guests per day so please make your appointments now. We are only seeing guests by appointment so no walk-ins at this time. We ask that you wear a face covering whenever possible and we are continuing […]