The “Micro” What? We all have that friend who, seemingly every month, announces their new miracle diet. They use language like: “this new [insert trendy diet here] has absolutely changed my life in only 4 days!” This friend is constantly sharing (unsolicited) advice about the perfect diet for your body type that is guaranteed to
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The Science Behind Hair Color
Is hair color really a science? Turn on E! News, browse a few articles in Vogue, or scroll down your Instagram feed, and you will find an abundance of hair colors. From platinum blonde to midnight black, from mermaid teal to rainbow ombré, we often use hair color as an accessory. When done right and
6 Personal Branding Tips for Cosmetologists
The following branding tips for cosmetologists will help you build a name and an identity for yourself so that you stand out against your competition. From Sebastian to GK to Wella – you recognize the top-notch beauty brands. But, have you ever thought of yourself as a brand? As a cosmetologist you are building
How To Honor Your Calling
The ideal way to live a truly fulfilled and happy existence is to honor your true calling. Easier said than done, especially if you’re not quite sure what your true calling is or how to go about achieving it. How can we align who we are with what we do? We would love to help
8 Life-Changing Tips From the 2019 Create and Cultivate Conference in New York
We had the amazing opportunity to attend the Create and Cultivate Conference in New York during spring — yes, NY in spring! Create and Cultivate is an online platform and an offline conference where women inspire one another to turn their lives into their dream careers. We learned SO much and were so inspired by
What is the Difference Between Accredited Beauty Schools and Non-accredited Programs?
Avenue Five Institute is an accredited beauty school in Austin, Texas. But what does that really mean, and what sets us apart from a non-accredited cosmetology program? In order for a school to earn accredited status, the institution must meet national standards of educational performance. These standards are set by an impartial non-government agency, such
6 Social Media Tips for Beauty Professionals
Beauty is a trending topic on social media and that means beauty professionals can readily gain new clients by staying active on social platforms. Here are some of our favorite tips to excel on social media and get the most out of your posts and pics. Best Social Media Tips for Beauty Professionals 1. Reach
How Many Product Lines Do You Work With At Esthetician School?
At Avenue Five Institute, our Esthetician school program is specially designed to offer extensive hands-on experience. As a student, it’s important to obtain relevant experience to excel in your field. Part of that experience comes from working on different people and skin types, while experimenting with various product lines. While other schools rely on one line
What are the Benefits of Obtaining a Dual License in the Beauty & Wellness?
Obtaining a dual license is increasingly popular in the beauty industry. For instance, take a look at top-trending barber Fernie Andong (@fernthebarber), he has a cosmetology and barbering license. “When I was a cosmetology instructor, a student needed help with a skin fade. It was my job to help get the student out of the
Meet the Rising Star Behind These Beautiful Up-Dos
Caitlyn Draper has mastered simple up-dos that look anything but basic, and she’s about to teach all of us how it’s done. Meet a very special Avenue Five Institute Cosmetology School student and up-do extraordinaire, Caitlyn Draper! When Caitlyn isn’t busy learning alongside her peers, she does hair and makeup for weddings, photo shoots, and