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Esthetics & Skincare Trends to Watch For in 2026
Skincare is constantly evolving, and clients are becoming more intentional about what they put on their skin and the treatments they choose. In 2026, trends lean toward smarter routines, gentler techniques, and services that support both skin health and lifestyle. These shifts reflect what people are looking for in treatment rooms and what skilled estheticians […]
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How to Nail the Art of Barbering
The person who cuts your hair isn’t just some random guy or gal, they are a highly trained artist in the truest sense. The art of barbering involves how one cuts, shaves and styles hair, as well as how they interact with and get to know their clients. The Art

What Does a Medical Esthetician Do?
Medical estheticians are state-licensed skin care specialists. They work in healthcare facilities, spas, resorts, fitness clubs, and salons providing skin care treatments along with makeup tips to help individuals improve their confidence. They may also work with patients trying to cover up skin issues caused by injury, illness, or surgery.

What Does it Mean to Have Result Oriented Skin Care?
Result oriented skin care is customized to each client’s particular skin and any areas of concern. The goal is for each treatment to provide real results that help people feel more confident in their own skin. The opposite of result oriented skin care is a treatment that doesn’t offer any

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

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

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

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

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

Avenue Five Will Open Its Second Location in South Austin
Looking for a South Austin beauty school? We’ve got some great news… Fall 2018: Avenue Five Institute will expand to its second location in South Austin! We are excited to bring the uniquely progressive wellness and beauty programs we are known for in North Austin to the growing number of future hairstylists