Category: Cosmetology

Deciding to go to cosmetology school is a big decision. Read our blog to see if going into cosmetology is right for you.

Practice makes perfect. If you want real salon experience, get in a real salon! A salon externship is the best way to practice your skills, develop your art, and learn the business of running a salon. Make sure you get the most out of your salon externship with these 6 tips: Be Prompt Plan out…

Do you love experimenting with makeup? Are you obsessed with staying up to date on all the latest beauty trends? Turn your passion into a career as a professional makeup artist! You can with these five steps. 1. Enroll in a Makeup Program at Cosmetology School The only way to truly master your craft is…

To become a professional cosmetologist, esthetician, or barber, you must first pass the California State Board exam. Some of the most common errors made during the exam relate to cleanliness and sanitation of your cosmetology tools. Don’t let these mistakes stop you from achieving your dreams! Here’s how to sterilize your nail tools and other…

Are you ready to work at your dream job? A successful interview can get you there. Here’s how to prepare for your salon interview: Update Your Portfolio Does your portfolio include the latest and greatest? Be sure your portfolio represents your best work. If it’s been a while since you last updated it, include new…

Have you always dreamed of going to beauty school, but thought you couldn’t fit it into your busy life? Now you can! With part time classes, you can go to school AND maintain your current lifestyle. Here are 4 reasons to enroll in beauty school part time: 1.       Follow Your Dreams Are you creative? Do…

Do you want a carefree, straight from the beach summertime look? Loose, wavy hair is in and you can get it with a few easy steps. Whether you have fine, straight hair or thick, curly hair, you can achieve loose waves. For waves that’ll last all day, start with hair that hasn’t been shampooed for…

Wedding and prom season is just around the corner. Whichever formal event you’ll attend this year, do it in style. An updo shows off your gorgeous gown and keeps you carefree all night long. A low updo pulled back at the nape of the neck, called a chignon, is in this season. Here are the…

Brandy Edwards is one of our star staff members at Salon Success Academy. She has a passion for hair and makeup and especially for her students! In addition to being the Fontana campus director, Brandy spends lots of time on the salon floor offering her expertise to students just starting out. She says that helping…

Do you want to have a successful career in the beauty industry? It all starts with choosing the right school and making the most of your time there. Here are 6 secrets to help you succeed in beauty school: 1.  Model the professional you want to become. It’s never too early to get serious about…