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
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What Benefits Can You Expect from a Sports Massage in Austin?
Avenue Five Institute offers an enjoyable and beneficial Sports Massage in Austin, Texas. But, what kind of benefits can you really expect from a sports massage? A common misconception about sports massage is that you need an injury of some sort to benefit from it but that’s not true. Sports massage therapists recommend all athletes and
Barber History: A Surprising Look at the Origins of Barbering
Barber history dates all the way back to ancient Egypt. Archeologists have uncovered razor blades from as early as 3500 BC. In the Middle Ages, barbers were trusted with much more than just cutting hair. In Egypt, Barbers often doubled as religious priests. This arose out of the belief that evil could enter the body
How to Become a Makeup Artist in 3 Steps
You can become a makeup artist in Austin, TX, or anywhere else in the US. Avenue Five Institute is here to help you accomplish your dreams! Do things like endless eyeshadow pallets and transforming bad skin to seemingly good skin make you weak in the knees? Have you always loved makeup? Are you the go-to
Men’s Facial Hair: Can Certain Beard Styles Make You More Attractive?
Men’s facial hair is gaining a lot of buzz lately, leaving many people to wonder: why are beards so popular these days? First, let’s give some thanks to hipsters and their awesome beard styles that inspire us all. Secondly, we must look to the natural fact that beards, like an honorary badge, can only be
Step-by-Step Up-Do Tutorial for Beginners
Meghan Markle’s stunning up-dos are inspiring women all around the globe to ditch the messy bun and get creative with their up-dos. Not sure how to make your up-dos look fab? We got you covered! Are you ready? Here’s what you will need: Prep hair with 1/4′ curling iron, curling away from the face. Clip away
Austin Deep Tissue Massage: Answers to 5 Commonly Asked Questions
The Austin deep tissue massage offered at Avenue Five Institute applies the pressure you need to relieve serious knots and tension. The soft to medium touch applied during a Swedish massage doesn’t always offer enough pressure, that’s where the power of a deep tissue massage can make all the difference. A deep tissue massage reaches
8 Social Media Tips for Small Business Owners
Many of our Austin beauty school students aspire to, or already own their own businesses. Social media is a valuable tool to help you advertise and market yourself. It’s the perfect platform to show off your work and style, while connecting with clients and industry experts. The following social media tips and tricks can help
How to Get an Affordable Spray Tan in Austin, TX
The average single spray tan can cost as much as $50. At Avenue Five Institute, we firmly believe your next spray tan in Austin shouldn’t cost you more than $20. And by visiting us, it doesn’t have to. After all, spray tans are a fundamental aspect to life. They offer an all-over, streak-free glow that
What Do You Learn from Level II MUD Makeup School?
Level II MUD makeup school students at Avenue Five Institute recently had the opportunity to work with professional photographer Maja Buck. Click here to check out photos from the awesome experience sprinkled throughout this blog for a great example of hands-on real-world learning at its finest. An important component of our Level II Program is