What is some advice for becoming a cosmetologist? Working in the beauty industry goes well beyond style, trends and color forecasting—there is a massive education component involved. Which classes will help me get into cosmetology school? It is important to love what you do and to set yourself up for success, no doubt. While most […]
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 […]
Culturally Responsive Beauty School Training 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 […]
Bring Your Art To Life in 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 […]
Is Cosmetology a Good Career Choice? A Cosmetology Degree is Your Path to a Better Future! According to Forbes, America needs trade school graduates now. A career in the beauty industry could be your ticket to financial security! Why? The beauty industry is worth $523 billion dollars. The average American woman even spends nearly a quarter […]