Archive for December, 2009

Brilliant Business Card Ideas for Beauty Professionals

December 10th, 2009 by BSD

One of our BSD blog posts in recent months names getting your own business cards as one of the top 5 ways to jump-start your beauty career.  That’s great advice! Just remember that as a beauty professional, you’re expected to be creative.
Now, don’t you wish you were the creative genius who first came up with [...]

India Empowers Former Sex Workers With Cosmetology Training

October 7th, 2009 by BSD

Women who have been victims on India’s sex industry are receiving an opportunity for a second chance at a career and at life. In India’s capital, New Delhi, sex workers are being offered free training in hair styling, beauty and makeup. Free transportation is also being provided for the women interested in the opportunity.
Spearheading this [...]

Top 5 Ways to Jump-Start Your Beauty Career

July 30th, 2009 by BSD

Tori Allen is President and CEO of Brainchild Associates, with more than 10 years of experience as a communications professional. She specializes in experiential branding and consumer marketing for businesses and individuals. She has helped numerous clients in the beauty and cosmetology industry. Follow Tori on Twitter @brainchildassoc or visit her Facebook fan page.
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Are beauty careers recession proof?

June 4th, 2009 by BSD

In troubling times, most people feel that their careers could be in jeopardy – but there are a few careers that are not seeing the ax. Cosmetology and beauty careers are among those seeing an increase in demand for skilled professionals.
Some people might feel that spending money on cosmetology services to make them look better [...]

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 [...]