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2 Las Vegas Makeup School Owners Sue Nevada State Board

Posted on: July 3rd, 2012 by Heather No Comments

Two cosmetology schools have filed lawsuits against the Nevada State Board, due to the state’s laws and licensing regulations surrounding the field. In the state of Nevada, makeup artists do not need a license to practice their craft; therefore, makeup artists like Wendy Robin and Lissette Waugh are able to work as makeup artists despite their lack of licensure. Yet when they both opened schools in 2010, they were in violation of state laws.

Although the state does not offer a specific training to become licensed as a makeup artist, Nevadans who teach or run makeup artistry schools must be licensed as cosmetologists or own an establishment that is run as a cosmetology school. Waugh and Robin believe this to be unconstitutional. Robin, who owns Studio W in Henderson, Nevada, states that she has worked in the field for 25 years. In addition, she worked as a makeup artist instructor for 15 years, so she wonders why this is not enough to constitute her opening up her own facility without additional training and licensing. Waugh, who owns L. Makeup Institute in Las Vegas, Nevada, is baffled as to why she cannot open up her own makeup artistry school either, since she has 20 years experience working as a makeup artist and 10 years teaching her art.

The women argue that they are teaching people to work as freelance makeup artists, which is very different from working as a cosmetologist. Waugh declares that the field of cosmetology entails much more than just makeup artistry, which means she would have to take irrelevant classes. She also claims that the laws would force her to teach irrelevant material in her school, plus she would have to buy unnecessary equipment in order to remain in business.

In the lawsuit, the women propose that they are trying to teach students to become makeup artists. In particular, they want to teach students about doing makeup in the retail and entertainment industries—neither of which require a license to practice makeup artistry in the state of Nevada. They are teaching application techniques for makeup, as well as advanced color therapy. They even want to instruct students on how to use an airbrush machine, along with various other skills that are relevant to the industry. However, neither woman wants to teach the entire cosmetology curriculum that consists of skills that are not necessary for makeup artists, such as styling hair and proper skin care techniques. In fact, the current curriculum that is implemented does not even cover makeup application. The lawsuit includes how the women would have to spend thousands of dollars to meet these requirements.

As of now, Waugh decided to work within the loophole of selling makeup kits and offering free demonstrations. Robin, on the other hand, closed her location last year. The lawsuit has received the attention of lawmakers. The board has submitted legislation to Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval to allow makeup artists to be exempt from having to attend cosmetology school so long as they’re not required to be formally licensed to work.

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More Men Than Ever Enrolling in Cosmetology

Posted on: June 20th, 2012 by Heather 1 Comment

Careers in cosmetology are not just for women. More and more, the stigmas associated with men in the cosmetology field are disappearing. If you have not already noticed, men are starting to hold their ground in the cosmetology industry. Maybe you have had a man do your nails or style your hair already. If not, you might be missing out on one of the latest trends in the beauty industry and someone who will do just as amazing a job on your hair as any woman, despite the stereotypes regarding men in this field.

Once upon a time, barbers were all men while women dominated as cosmetologists and beauticians. Men are now entering into the realm of cosmetology more than ever and changing the assumption that men are only barbers (or that barbers are only men for that matter – some estimates say that nearly half of barbers in the U.S. are women!). In fact, even the American Association of Cosmetology Schools declared that the number of male cosmetology students is on the rise. Xenon International in Green Island is just one school that reported an increase in enrollment from male students.

Denise Woodward, a School Director at Joseph’s Cosmetology in Kearney, stated that the shift in beauty career choices for men is associated with men discovering the importance of grooming and altering their mindset about salons. Men were once thought of as rough and ungroomed, but by today’s standards that is no longer the case.

Woodward noted that her school currently has one male student enrolled and a few that have already graduated this year. In addition, she has two more signed up to begin in the near future. One male student from the school, David Rosenthal, said that his choice to enroll in cosmetology school was based on the fact that this profession is something that can benefit him in the long run. He believes that he will always have something to fall back on later in life even if he were to change careers between now and then. He further commented that you can really make a name for yourself in this industry. So obviously job stability and the ability to be known for your skill and creativity is playing a role in the decision to become cosmetologists for some men. In an international cosmetology market worth over $10 billion, men are contributing more to this industry every year. This is especially true, since according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects cosmetology jobs to grow about 14% between now and the year 2020.

So you might be wondering what is the hardest aspect of cosmetology from a male’s standpoint? Well, Rosenthal declared that not having long hair to work on is the hardest part. He stated that learning to do updos is quite difficult especially when you are not used to working on long hair. For him, his strength lies within cutting hair, but he’s growing in all aspects of cosmetology. Men can take inspiration from other males who had immense success in the cosmetology field. Vidal Sasson, John Frieda and Chris McMillan are all examples of men who made hair styling into a lucrative career. In addition, these men were renowned for the great care they provided for clients and their passion for constantly learning about new styles in the industry.

Walk into any salon these days, and you will likely see at least one or two men at the styling chairs. Men have taken the cosmetology world by storm, and they are continuing to make it a better industry. For men who are looking for a growing career field to enter into, cosmetology should remain an option. If you are a man who thinks he could be great at the skills, technique and creativity involved in beauty trades like hairstyling, nail technology or makeup artistry, fear not. The rumor mill and stigmas are disappearing, and now is the perfect time to consider cosmetology school a legitimate option for a rewarding and fulfilling future career. At least talk to cosmetology schools near you and see what options you have for your future.

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States Should Create Shorter Licenses for Specialized Cosmetology Trades

Posted on: June 18th, 2012 by Heather No Comments

Today’s job market requires certain skills to enter into the field of cosmetology. The same concept holds true when it comes to specialties within the beauty field, such as hair braiding or eyelash extensions. However, those who are interested in doing nothing but hair braiding are currently required to complete an entire cosmetology program. Throughout the duration of the program, these students are learning information and honing skills that they will never use in the course of their career, ranging from hair and nails to makeup and skin care. While these are great for someone interested in a career as a cosmetologist, if all you want to do is braid ethnic hair or do weaves or perform eyelash extensions or thread hair, this is an excessive cost and time investment for no reason.

States like Illinois are unweaving the tight regulations regarding hair braiders. The laws in Illinois once deemed it necessary for anyone working with hair to complete a 1500-hour cosmetology program. Since hair braiders generally only offer braiding, and not coloring or cutting, these students were spending more time and money than necessary to enter into the field. No doubt many hair braiders opted not to bother. When the Illinois State Board of Cosmetology decided that hair braiders could practice their trade without taking a 1,500 cosmetology course, it made a wise decision to promote small businesses in the community. Now, hair braiders are able to practice their craft without fear of violating the law or having to pay thousands of dollars for unrelated coursework. Now, hair braiders can get down to business sooner, and with an educational background dealing with skills they will actually need.

Not only is taking an overabundance of classes and learning material you do not need a waste of time, it is also a huge waste of money, since the cost of a hair braiding class is much less than that of a cosmetology school program. Many states currently impose restrictions on the cosmetology niches that a person may practice. These regulations require a person to go through the full-length and full-price process of obtaining a cosmetology license in order to do only hair braiding or another niche area of cosmetology. For women and men who want to start their own small business in hair braiding, eyelash extensions, hair threading, or other beauty specialties, these regulations pose obstacles that prevent them from opening and operating their small businesses.

Fortunately, states like Illinois are beginning to understand an easy way to fix the problem. Instead of imposing burdensome regulations on individuals who practice hair braiding, they are deciding to create shorter licensing requirements for these individuals. In Illinois, a 300-hour course is now required for people who wish to practice hair braiding as their sole craft. Even better, those who have practiced hair braiding for years will be able to continue practicing by applying for the new license with work experience. The only caveat is that these people must apply for the license before the end of 2012. Otherwise, they will have to take the 300-hour course like everyone else.

Other states have also imposed a similar requirement. States like South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, Ohio, Tennessee, Louisiana, New York, Florida, Virginia and Texas now give people the opportunity to obtain the short license for practicing niche beauty services. These states realize that forcing people to take 1,500 to 2,000 hour courses can be counterproductive to building up their communities’ economies. Instead, shorter licensing requirements for niche services allow everyone to improve the cosmetology industry in their own way and obtain the funds they need to make a living. Fostering small beauty businesses, such as hair braiding or eyelash extension shops, or the hair threading shops often seen at mall kiosks, also motivates other people in the community to start their own businesses.

Due to the current requirements imposed on hair braiders, those with small shops or little home-based businesses are being threatened with legal action unless they close their doors or attend cosmetology school. Small businesses are the foundation of a community, and these laws are taking bricks out of the foundation, which can wreak havoc on a community’s economy. Additionally, these small businesses create a domino effect. In other words, when one shop opens, it can lead to another one opening, and then another and you get the picture. In the long run, the shorter license requirements for specialized cosmetology trades are opening the doors for numerous business opportunities that will only keep expanding. A prime example of other businesses sprouting from one business occurred in Washington D.C. with Pamela Ferrell and her husband Talib-Din. The government tried to shut down their business for practicing without the proper licensure. However, Pamela and Talib-Din proved just what the power of one business can do. They have been running strongly for 25 years, and they provide training to numerous men and women over the years. Many of their own clients have even gone on to open their own businesses.

Overall, creating these shorter specialty beauty licenses will give individuals the chance to live out their dreams of performing niche beauty services and opening their own small businesses. People can save money by taking shorter courses at cosmetology schools and start legitimate careers more easily. Cosmetology schools may gain more business from people who otherwise wouldn’t have sought training and licensing. Licensing boards can earn more from licensing fees from people who otherwise would’ve skipped licensing. Communities will thrive with more small businesses. Beauty specialty licenses are a win-win-win-win situation.

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Beauty Schools Directory on Hair Artist Association Radio Show

Posted on: June 16th, 2012 by Heather No Comments

Thank you so much to Charlotte Howard, the beautiful and talented hostess of the Hair Artist Association Radio Show, for having me on the show on May 31! We covered so much ground about the importance of beauty education and continually growing and learning in your field. Charlotte, of all people, would know best – she has worked in countless different roles in the beauty business and has the knowledge and experience to back it up. The Hair Artist Association does some great things, so I urge all of you stylists and other beauty professionals to go check it out. We talked about all sorts of things, such as what today’s beauty school student looks like, what students look for in a beauty school, how students are finding ways to pay for school, and why it’s important to turn your passion into a profession. If you care at all about beauty and you are thinking about entering the beauty business, then take the plunge and talk to cosmetology schools about your options. You can have a career that matters, and that you are passionate about.

To listen to the full interview, click here:

Heather from Beauty Schools Directory on Hair Artist Association Radio with Charlotte Howard

For those of you who aren’t familiar with Charlotte Howard, she’s worked in all sorts of roles in the beauty industry and can attest to the value of a cosmetology education. She shared with us how she got into the beauty business in the first place.

Charlotte said, “I started right after high school. I’ve always loved doing hair, since I was 16 actually. I was doing family members’ hair and that’s how it actually started, because my mom couldn’t fix hair! [Laughs] I got tired of getting teased at school and I decided that’s what I wanted to do. I went to Trident Tech right out of high school, having that hands-on atmosphere doing people’s hair in the clinic really helped me, because it helped me build the confidence and looking at the results after someone got their hair done made me feel good. That’s how I got started in the industry, and after that I became a salon manager and did that for 10 years.

Then I started my own salon and have been freelancing ever since. There’s so much opportunity, because I’ve been helping other people get started in their businesses as well, coaching them and speaking. There’s so much you can do with your cosmetology license. I don’t think a lot of people realize the power of it.”

I thought this was great advice from Charlotte Howard, who’s worked all across the industry, for aspiring cosmetology students: ”The one piece of advice I would give is to always plan ahead and follow your passion. If you really are passionate about the industry, don’t be scared of following your passion. If you want to do hair, you can go ahead and start planning it out right now. And even if it’s 6 months down the line, you’re able to say, ‘Here’s my plan. Here’s what I’m going to do.’ Plan that financial aid and plan your schedule of classes, that’s my recommendation. Keep up with all the industry resources that are available to you, like this information we’re providing for you.”

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Top 4 Things You Didn’t Know You’d Learn in Cosmetology School

Posted on: June 15th, 2012 by Heather No Comments

Some people out of the loop don’t take cosmetology seriously. They think we sit around all day just making people pretty. While that’s definitely part of it and easily the best parts of our jobs, there is so much more to cosmetology school, and you might be surprised at some of the things students learn. Cosmetology students take substantive courses that teach them far more than the processes for creating the latest hair styles or achieving the perfect shade of highlights. In cosmetology programs, students are often required to take courses that educate them about the anatomy and physiology of the body, trichology, and the proper sterilization procedures for hair styling equipment, and so much more. Cosmetology schools help a student obtain a well-rounded, serious and meaningful education so that the student can provide the best services for the client. So check out the top four things you would never guess a student learns in cosmetology school and discover why cosmetology is a career that is valuable and should be taken seriously!

Anatomy and Physiology of Hair, Skin and Nails

Stylists will take extensive courses in cosmetology school that cover the physical make-up of the body and an understanding of anatomy. Because cosmetologists come into contact with the scalp region, it is important that cosmetologists understand its construction so as to spot potential issues and avoid harmful effects of treatments like infections or rashes. Ever heard of trichology? It deals with the scientific study of the hair and scalp, and it’s not something to be taken likely!

Safety, Sanitation and Sterilization

Hairstylists learn how to properly clean hair rollers, irons, brushes, scissors, combs and every other tool they use in a cosmetology program. Cosmetology students also learn how to maintain an immaculate work station for client safety and their own safety. They learn how to spot illnesses in the scalp and protect other clients from being exposed to a client’s dandruff or lice problem. By learning these skills, cosmetologists learn how to avoid negligent situations in the workplace for which they and their salon would be held legally liable, and prevent customers from ending up with serious health conditions that will tarnish your and your salon’s reputations.

Chemistry of Color, Treatments and Beauty Products

The typical program at a cosmetology school requires 1500 to 2000 hours of coursework depending on your state, and that includes real, hands-on practice styling hair and performing other beauty services. A majority of these hours are spent in learning how to properly mix hair color and perform special hair treatments for clients. Stylists will learn how to use relaxers and perform a partial or full set of highlights. A student can complete these hours over a 9- to 15-month course depending on their state. There are specific requirements that must be met within the program in order to take board exams and get licensed. One of the most important requirements a student must meet is a set number of hours (determined by the boards of cosmetology or cosmetology schools) dedicated to theory and the study of chemistry. Studying the chemistry of hair color is one of the most important skills a beauty student learns, because more often than not they will work in a salon where stylists are responsible for mixing their own color.

Business Skills like Salesmanship, Ethics, Client Relations and Shop Management

Working with clients and being able to relate to them is an important aspect of being a stylist or other personal appearance worker. Many salons depend on stylists to market to new clients and promote the salon. A stylist is largely responsible for building their own loyal client base. A stylist will usually study professionalism and communication with clients in a beauty school program. Cosmetology students will often find that sales and marketing skills, critical thinking for ethical decisions, client relations and retention, and salon and spa management are skills they get with the cosmetology school package.

These are 4 things that every cosmetologist should learn in beauty school. Cosmetology school exposes students to valuable information that directly helps them become better professionals in the workplace, and keeps the public safe and satisfied.

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CA Cosmetology Student Wins $50,000 Prize Package

Posted on: June 13th, 2012 by Heather No Comments

Junior Style Stars 2012 Announces Winner

Junior Style Stars 2012 Winning Bridal Hair

A student from Santa Monica College won a prestigious hair styling competition recently. The Junior Style Star 2012 bridal competition narrowed down the field to the top ten contestants. The winner was announced at a special surprise ceremony for the SMC Cosmetology department which had four students in the final ten selection.

Inga Erdene Jargalsikhan was declared the overall winner of the competition. She will receive a prize package worth $50,000. This includes a $5,000 cash prize, PR representation, trips to national conferences in Chicago and Orlando, training from top hair professionals, exclusive hair supplies, and a feature in Hair’s How magazine, among other goodies. This is a great prize for a talented cosmetology student who is looking to further her career.

Fellow Santa Monica students Yuzu Tanaka, Roxanne Kumasa and Brittney Hayes placed second, seventh, and eighth respectively. Each finalist will also receive prizes that include supplies and products from exclusive hair companies. View the top 10 finalists here.

The Junior Style Stars 2012 competition is a prestigious event that helps give cosmetology students the chance to show off their artistic ability when styling hair. The program has helped shape the careers of past winners thanks to the incredible prizes offered.

Each contestant received identical hair mannequins to design as they please while following the bridal theme. After two weeks of work, the mannequins then must be photographed by J.C. Penney for the judges. This year the judging panel included past Junior Style Stars winners Angelica Gomez and Jen Kohlenberger, internationally acclaimed Hollywood stylist George Carroll, and leaders in the cosmetology and beauty education community , among others.

Jargalsikhan’s bridal hair design was a classic look with modern details. It executed perfectly and featured a sleek twist that had an elaborate knotting detail on the crown. There was a bun at the nape of the neck, and she accented the look with well-placed feathers and crystal flower pins. This talented stylist will have plenty to look forward to over the next year as she begins her career.

The vice president of the competition praised Santa Monica College for its amazing cosmetology department. Its ability to have four students in the Top 10 of a national competition speaks volumes about the quality of the training and skills gained at the institution.

Contact cosmetology schools near Santa Monica.

Want to practice your cosmetology skills on mannequins of your own? Check out these cosmetology mannequins and supplies to get started:

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Plum Perfect Detects Your Color Profile and Recommends Makeup

Posted on: June 1st, 2012 by Heather No Comments

There’s a new website we just found that you makeup artists and makeup enthusiasts might enjoy called Plum Perfect. The service seems totally free right now, as far as I can tell. You simply upload a photo of yourself from a phone, computer or web URL – or you can choose from the site’s pool of models – and it detects your hair, skin, eyes and lip color. If it doesn’t quite nab it the first time, you can drag a box to specify which color is matches. Here’s what my colors came out to:

After that, it uses the photo to custom tailor makeup recommendations for you. From base products like foundation, concealers and powders to lip products like lipstick, lip gloss, lip liner and lip stain. Then, of course, there’s my favorite area to dabble creatively… eye makeup! Here are the initial recommendations it made for me:

They have a pretty solid selection of eye shadows and eyeliners so far from brands like Lancome, Smashbox, Urban Decay, Bare Escentuals and several more. You can sort, narrow and filter by a number of different criteria – color family, brand, price, coverage, formulation, lifestyle, texture and look. I still wished for more, though. I did like that Plum Perfect allows you to create a “Wish List.” I don’t like to buy one product at a time online and make a bunch of small purchases on my card, so I’d rather make a list of things I love and buy them at once from time to time.

This seems a lot like ShoeDazzle, the Kim Kardashian enterprise that asks you several questions about your tastes in fashion and where you wear your clothes, and then each month the ShoeDazzle expert stylists customize a “Show Room” of shoes they think you’ll like. You can “heart” shoes you love, or make a purchase right away… and they also expanded to include jewelry, purses and other miscellaneous fashion items. I’m not going to lie… the price is right and some of those shoes are so funky that I’ve spent a paycheck or two on them. I can see myself getting sucked into doing that on Plum Perfect too.

Plum Perfect is still brand new, so right now the selection seems fairly limited, but the idea behind this site is incredibly cool and I can’t wait to see what comes of it. I think we all need an inspired splurge from time to time, and I think Plum Perfect has a lot of potential to be a springboard for makeup enthusiasts everywhere.

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Single Parent Succeeding in Cosmetology: Theresa Casanares

Posted on: May 31st, 2012 by Heather No Comments

Theresa Casanares is a Senior Stylist at Highland Salon in Katy, Texas. She is recently remarried, but worked in the cosmetology business for nearly 8 years as a single parent. She is a mom of three – Brianna (24), DJ (22) and Sydney Gold (16).

How long have you been in the cosmetology business?

I have been in cosmetology sing 2004, just under 10 years.

Where did you go to cosmetology school?

Houston Community College in Katy, Texas

Do you have any specialty areas, services or skills?

I do cut, color, extensions, airbrush make up, temporary tattoos. I also have a Teacher/Instructor Certification.

What inspired you to go into beauty/cosmetology?

I always loved doing hair and make and had a fever for fashion. I modeled when I was younger. However, I was most interested in production and behind-the-scenes.

What’s it like being a single parent while working in the beauty business?

I just recently married a few months ago. However, I was a single parent when I started in this business. Cosmetology gave me flexibility with my hours. However, I struggled with taxes and record keeping. I also found it hard to keep money around, especially when clients paid in cash. What I liked about it was the ability to change my schedule to meet my kids’ school needs. If they had a doctor’s appointment or days off I could rearrange my schedule to fit their needs.

How to you balance your job responsibilities with all the duties that come with parenting?

If I had enough notice I was always able to arrange my schedule around my kids’ schedule.

Do you feel that your job in the cosmetology business allows you to meet your needs as a parent?

Yes.

What do your kids think about you being in the cosmetology business?

They seem to respect the fact that I am in business for myself. I feel it has helped them to feel confident in being entrepreneurial and having their own businesses.

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How to Find the Best Cosmetology Schools

Posted on: May 25th, 2012 by Heather No Comments

Beauty school is must for anyone who dreams of becoming a cosmetologist. There are several things that you need to know before selecting the best cosmetology school for you. Before you even begin your search make a list of things you wish to ask admissions concerning everything you want to know. We put a checklist of things to ask your admissions representative together on our How to Choose a Beauty School page. Decide what is most important to you and then plan to get all your questions answered until you feel 100% comfortable you have found the best cosmetology school to meet your needs.

You may want the school to be accredited so they can offer federal financial aid, or it may be most important to you that they have a specific program or skill set on their curriculum. Many potential cosmetology students like the idea of an in-school salon. This allows them to practice on real clients and not just on wigs. An in-school salon teaches students more then just hair skills because you have to be professional when dealing with real clients. The best beauty schools offer in-school salons in addition to job-placements to help you start your career. Regardless of which criteria you decide are most important to you, the best cosmetology schools should have a good reputation for turning out students who are well trained and professional, and well-equipped to get their cosmetology licenses and find jobs.

Remember that cost isn’t everything, and having a high price tag does not necessarily make it one of the best cosmetology schools you can choose. It is important to know the full cost of program. What does tuition include? Is it just the cost of classes, or are your textbooks and cosmetology student kit included? Ask the school if they offer financial aid or financing to help you finance your dream education. Beauty school is a big step and you do not want to make this decision lightly. The schools are almost always willing to schedule a tour of their facilities and allow you to meet with some of the students and teachers. There you can ask about classes, schedules, tuition, how the students like the classes and teachers, and more. Ultimately, the best cosmetology schools should prepare you for a successful career, so you should feel confident that you will leave beauty school prepared. As an added bonus, some cosmetology schools even offer business classes, salon and spa management classes, and portfolio building classes – be sure to ask the admissions representative about these if they’re important to you!

All beauty schools must meet specific requirements that make them certified by the governing body of cosmetology schools. The importance of being accredited means that the schools can offer scholarships and need based grants to potential students. When you search for the best cosmetology schools, look through their information to see if they are accredited by an organization like the accredited by an organization like the National Accrediting Commission for Cosmetology Arts & Sciences. It is not necessary for the schools to be accredited to be a great school, but it does help if you wish to receive financial aid.

Even though not all schools are accredited, nearly every state board of cosmetology requires that a school and its teachers be licensed. Do your homework – the best cosmetology schools won’t mind if you call the board of cosmetology to verify their credentials.

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Single Parent Succeeding in Cosmetology: Jennifer Thomas

Posted on: May 24th, 2012 by Heather 1 Comment

Jennifer Thomas is a Cosmetologist/Booth Renter at Tease Salon, 125 W. Columbia Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana. She is a mom of four – Christian (18), Jackie (15), Morgan (11) and Alivia (5).

How long have you been in the cosmetology business?

I went to school a year after high school, and did the “beauty school dropout” thing. After having my first child, I came to the conclusion that I needed to do something with my life – I have a child to support now – so I decided to go back to school and was only going to do nails, but the instructor asked me, “Why only nails when you have been through cosmetology school? Why not start over and get your cosmetologist license?” So I started all over.

Where did you go to cosmetology school?

The first time I was in cosmetology school was in 1991 at Master Beauty School. I felt I was not learning what I needed and the place was a dump. The second time I want to school was in 1994 and it was Ravenscroft Beauty School.

Do you have any specialty areas, services or skills?

I love doing color – finding different ways of foiling and color techniques.

What inspired you to go into beauty/cosmetology?

It was the ‘80s? Sorry… big hair! I always had my hands in someone’s hair and I would change my style every day.

What’s it like being a single parent while working in the beauty business?

It is tough going to work knowing that I could spend eight hours waiting on a walk-in, but the end result is that my children will see their mom putting an effort into her chosen career. It is also tough having family members who don’t understand that this is part of my job, being at work and waiting, promoting myself and my salon.

How to you balance your job responsibilities with all the duties that come with parenting?

Just like any other job, I work Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It’s just that way. When I get home, it’s kids, house, and down time, usually by 11 p.m.

Do you feel that your job in the cosmetology business allows you to meet your needs as a parent?

Yes I do, because I have the type of job that if I needed to leave and take care of my home or children, I can.

What do your kids think about you being in the cosmetology business?

OMG, hello! Who else is going to do their hair for free?! My 5-year-old daughter and 5-year-old niece both cut each other’s hair about a month ago and came running out to show us screaming how they both want to do hair like mommy and Aunt Jenny. Luckily I was able to fix what they did to their hair…

ARE YOU A SINGLE PARENT LOOKING FOR A CAREER THAT WORKS WITH YOUR HECTIC SCHEDULE? COSMETOLOGY CAREERS MIGHT BE FOR YOU. TAKE THE NEXT STEP AND TALK TO COSMETOLOGY SCHOOLS NEAR YOU.