Barbershops are making a comeback, popping up all over the country. Do you want to join the exciting world of barbering? First, you’ll need quality career training in a licensed barbering school. Here’s what you’ll learn: Knowledge The barbering school you choose should teach you a basic scientific understanding of the scalp and hair. You’ll…

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…

One of the first hurdles you’ll have to get over to have a successful career in the beauty industry is your salon interview. Here are some tips to help you ace your salon interview: Come Prepared Do thorough research beforehand. Browse through the salon’s website and social media pages. Look up directions that’ll get you…

Have you ever read the label on your moisturizer and felt totally confused by its long list of ingredients? Many skincare products contain lots of barely-pronounceable ingredients that you may—or may not—want absorbed into your skin. It’s time to find out the truth about the most common skincare ingredients: [ctt template=”5″ link=”AbG98″ via=”no” ]Parabens are…

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…

If you want to be a successful barber, you need the best barber tools. Every barber needs these 5 essential barbering tools. 1.  Straight-Bladed Scissor A straight-bladed scissor can be used to trim hair, beards, and mustaches. The curved handle allows you to easily cut bangs or around the ears. Insert serrations or use a…

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…

Taking care of your lips is an important part of your beauty routine. Your lips have a thin surface layer of skin that can dry out. Harsh cold weather, dehydration, allergies, and some toothpastes and medications can cause dry, chapped lips. Here are some skincare tips to treat and get rid of chapped lips: Use…

There are all sorts of hair myths that are simply not true. Get the facts straight. Here are the 5 most common hair myths busted: Myth 1: Brush your hair 100 strokes a day. Brushing your hair 100 strokes each day doesn’t make your hair shinier and could do more harm than good. Too much…