It’s All Fun in the Sun, Until… … You spend a tad-bit too long on a comfy, Adirondack chair reading that historical fiction novel you desperately need to finish while sipping a refreshing beverage. You reached the tantalizing end of your novel, but you also gained a painfully irritating sunburn on your face, shoulders,
The Benefits of Massage Therapy
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
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
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
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