Pampering with a Purpose The power of human touch has long been recognized as an imperative contribution to our sense of well being. From ancient societies to the modern “Digital Age,” touch (or lack thereof) remains a crucial facet of interpersonal communication. Greek Mythology’s King Midas wished to Dionyssus for everything he touched to
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How Do You Know if Distance Learning is Right for You?
Distance Makes the Brain Grow Smarter… Decisions used to be simple, didn’t they? Wide ruled or college ruled paper. Peanut butter and banana or peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Rollerblading or biking. As adults, we have to make seemingly monumental decisions that feel as if they could crush our entire world or elevate our lives
Everything You Need to Know About Fades
Let’s Get Faded No, no. Not that type of faded. We’re talking about the type of fade that landed a top spot in Google search trends of 2020. The type of fade that puts the finishing touch on most stylish men’s coifs in 2021… The fade haircut. Fade styles are all the rage. You would
It’s National Mammography Day – Here Are 3 Ways You Can Celebrate
Scary fact: 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer throughout their lifetime. Luckily, there are some things you can do to help fight the battle against breast cancer on National Mammography Day, and all throughout the year. Originally introduced by President Clinton in 1993, the third Friday in October each year is
South Austin Beauty and Wellness School 1st Year Anniversary
It’s our South Austin Campus 1st year anniversary!✨💕 It has been an amazing year and we would like to say THANK YOU, and congratulate all those who have helped support our South Austin Campus start up as we celebrate the 1st year anniversary! And when we thought our celebration couldn’t get any better, Mr. Jim
A Look at Men’s Hair Trends for 2019
Men’s hair trends for 2019 are looking pretty promising. Fashion is loud and playful right now and the modern male is rather fashionable. Purple streaks may be the norm, but over the top hair isn’t for everyone. The following hairstyles can be worn simple and sleek, but all it takes is a tweak or two
How Long Does It Take to Become a Barber in Texas?
It requires around 1,000 hours of training to become a licensed barber in Texas. This means that if you put in 7 hours a day, 5 days a week, it would take you a little over 7 months to earn 1,000 hours. Not everyone can train full time, perhaps you have kids or another job.
Famous Barbers in History: An Inspirational Look
Barbering is a long-standing profession with rich historical roots. From the middle ages to today, there are many famous barbers in history worth tipping our hats to. Famous Barbers like A.B. Moler and Edmond Roffler helped create curriculum and styling techniques still used today. Then, there’s Mathew Andis who invented a compact electric clipper unlike
Free Beauty & Spa Services for Cancer Patients & Survivors in October
October is Cancer Awareness Month and we are celebrating with a special surprise… our small way of honoring cancer patients and survivors! It is with a genuine spirit of love and caring that Avenue Five students strives to exceed all previous levels of giving each year. For the entire month of October, Avenue Five Institute
Men’s Grooming Industry: 4 Facts About the Growing Popularity of Barbershops
Word in the barbershop… the men’s grooming industry is blowing up, gaining more popularity with each passing day. While many store-front businesses continue to see a decline in regular patrons, the opposite is true for barbershops. In fact, men’s grooming is hitting all time-highs. According to forbes.com, the industry is positioned to reach $26 billion