And the Winner is… Yours Truly: Avenue Five Institute In the slightly altered words of the love ballad legend Bryan Adams, “Everything we do, we do it for you.” As a result, we are exceptionally enthusiastic to share with our students, potential students, and curious observers that Avenue Five Institute won FIVE Golden School Awards.
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Distance Learning: The Pros and Cons
On the Fence About Distance Learning? Technology has opened doors to new innovations we never thought imaginable. One of these innovations is the concept of “distance learning” or remote learning using the Internet as a classroom. In this blog we will give a brief introduction to distance learning and discuss the pros and cons of
How to Choose a Beard Style
To Beard or Not to Beard… That is the Question Speaking of The Bard, he did have a pretty impressively curled mustache paired with a short and tight beard style. One might say that The Bard’s beard style reflected emotional strength with an artistic flare. A beard speaks even when the man is silent. Whether
Hair Type: Everything You Need to Know
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: What the Heck is My Hair Type? We spend a tremendous amount of time identifying our skin type, analyzing t-zones, and sifting through a sea of products and ingredients… Our face is the first thing people see, you know. We allocate far less time, however, to assessing our hair type,
How to Cover a Pimple with Makeup
Have No Fear, Makeup is Here Despite our best skincare efforts, some mornings we wake up with an unfriendly companion: the dreaded pimple. While there is no miracle solution to zap a zit dead in its tracks (please someone work on this), you can cover an aggravating pimple effectively with makeup. So, grab your coffee,
What Does Clean Beauty Mean? An In-Depth Analysis of Key Terminology in the Beauty Industry
What Do You Mean by Clean? Sephora, Ulta, Target, and various beauty retailers have stringent requirements for products that can be approved and marketed under their “Clean Beauty” category. But, the prerequisites are vastly different from retailer to retailer. Why? “Clean beauty” is a commonly used term in the beauty space, but the definition for
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
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
Massage Therapy School: 5 Things You Should Expect to Learn
Are you wondering what you can expect to learn by enrolling in a massage therapy school in Austin? The answer to that question varies based upon where you enroll, how long courses are, and what it intends to offer. No two schools offer the same exact curriculum or field of experience. Therefore, it’s up to