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Archive for April, 2009

Are you wasting your beauty school education?

April 29th, 2009 by BSD

Shara Stevenson is licensed esthetician and manicurist. She is also a marketing professional with a Bachelors of Arts from Georgia State University. Shara is passionate about multicultural beauty, fashion, market trends and branding. Follow Shara on Twitter @hellobeauty.
You purchased your kit, bought your uniform, and you’re officially enrolled in beauty school. That was the easy [...]

Salons Go Green – Just in Time for Earth Day

April 22nd, 2009 by BSD

These days, many of us care more than ever before about taking care of Mother Earth. Whether we use reusable grocery bags and energy-saving light bulbs, or get that old bike out of the garage instead of taking the car, we all can find ways to do our part.
Now salons and some cosmetology schools are [...]

Graduating Beauty School - Now What?

April 15th, 2009 by BSD

It’s almost that time of year - graduation season! For graduates of all ages, it can be an exciting, yet anxiety-inducing time. Some are preparing to complete their education from traditional institutions, while others are about to graduate with a more specialized skill set. If you chose to pursue an education in cosmetology, esthetics or [...]

Getting a Head Start on Cosmetology Education in High School

April 8th, 2009 by BSD

When most of us envision the typical high school experience, subjects like math, English and chemistry often come to mind before cosmetology, hair design, nail technology, skincare or massage. A traditional high school curriculum is designed to prepare students for a four-year university experience, but many students have a different plan for their educations and [...]

Kiva Loans Help Build Beauty Businesses Worldwide

April 1st, 2009 by BSD

About a year ago, we posted a blog about microloans we financed via Kiva.org. We said “The best thing about running a site that helps people find a cosmetology school is helping people make their dreams a reality. “ Well, we have succeeded in helping seven businesses make their dreams a reality so far. Those [...]