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
The Skin Microbiome: A Brief Introduction
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
The Effects of Massage Therapy on Anxiety
We Are All a Little Anxious. According to a 2020 Pew Research study, one-third of Americans suffered from heightened levels of psychological distress as a result of COVID-19. The federal stay-at-home orders, social distancing requirements, mask mandates, and varying state orders paired with the volatile coronavirus case numbers are particularly troublesome for those who suffer
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
Important Cosmetology Industry Statistics
Are you considering entering the fabulous cosmetology industry? If so, you might be wondering just how big the cosmetology industry really is, and what is the job outlook for people attending cosmetology school in Austin right now? We’ve got you covered with the latest cosmetology industry statistics. What is the Cosmetology Industry? The cosmetology industry
Makeup Artist Tear Sheet: What is it and How Do You Get One?
A tear sheet is when your work is published in a magazine and you are credited in the editorial or story as the makeup artist. While tear sheets can exist online and in digital publications, they originally only existed in the pages of a magazine – which you’d tear out and present to potential employers
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
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
How to Use Pressure Points for Pain Relief
Using pressure points for pain relief is an important part of massage therapy. After all, pressure points have been identified as useful in treating a variety of pain and ailments in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Indian Ayurveda, and Siddha medicine. What is a Pressure Point? Your body is covered in pressure points – which are referred