California has approved Safer Consumer Products legislation that will effectively ban harmful chemicals used in everyday consumer products. California is the first state to enact these types of regulations, something that many states have been debating for years with no real solution. So what does this mean for licensed beauty professionals California?

Summer living is easy. Your hairstyle should be, too! The hot summer sun is damaging your hair enough; don’t make it worse by over-styling. So let the summer breeze whip through your strands, knot your hair in a bun, and unravel your braid. Here are 4 summer hairstyles that are easy wear and also super cute.

Do you want to go to cosmetology school, but are worried about how you’re going to pay for it? While cosmetology school can be costly, there are many options out there that can help make it more affordable! Here are some options for financing your cosmetology school education.

Most successful stylists say they knew early on that they were destined to join the beauty industry. If you have that feeling and know that going to cosmetology school is the only way you’ll truly be happy, the next step is to share this with your parents. It could be a difficult conversation to have, but there are certain points you can make that will help convince them.

Students have been busy submitting photos of their most creative prom and bridal updos through the Salon Success Academy page on Facebook over the past two weeks. Now we need your help choosing the winner of the Spring Updo Photo Contest and a $75 gift card to Target! You can vote for your favorite updo up to once a day through June 26.

The ‘Cut Out Cancer with Salon Success Academy’ team was the top fundraising team at this year’s Relay for Life in Rancho Cucamonga on June 1st. This was the fourth year in a row that Salon Success Academy has participated in the Relay for Life, but this year’s relay was much more personal.

When you’re applying for salon jobs after graduating from cosmetology school, simply submitting a resume is not going to cut it! You need an eye-popping cosmetology portfolio to win over salon owners and capture new clients. Here are tips on how to take photos of hair and makeup that will translate perfectly for your cosmetology portfolio!

If you have a big event coming up, like a wedding or prom, and you’ve been searching for the perfect updo for the big day, look no further! We’ve collected photos of the best 2013 updos and we’ve included tips on how to create each one. Check out these photos for some great updo inspiration!

The esthetics program at Salon Success Academy has just experienced some major upgrades! The Upland and Redlands locations have new treatment rooms with new hydraulic spa beds and high-frequency steamers. The school’s esthetics students will treat their clients to high-end facials and skin care treatments using this new technology and the Bioelements product line.

May is dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of prevention, early detection, and treatment of skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common forms of cancer in the United States. Fortunately, it’s also one of the most preventable forms of cancer. Check out the infographic to learn how to detect skin care and what you can do to protect yourself!