Category: Esthetician

You may think esthetician school focuses solely on facials but there is so much more to learn than just how to make someone’s face feel good. Estheticians need to know the basics of skin care and the science behind beauty products to do their job effectively. They also have to be well trained in health…

It’s not easy to pack a suitcase or an overnight bag. And even though they tend to be tiny, it’s not any easier to pack a cosmetic bag. What should you include? What could you possibly leave behind? If you can’t decide, start with these 6 must-haves for your travel cosmetic bag: 1. Sunscreen Sunscreen…

What’s the one thing that doesn’t look good with a swimsuit? Body hair. As you dust off your bikini or swim trunks, you may realize that it’s time for your seasonal waxing. But before you even walk through the door of the salon, there are some important things to know about the process. These are the questions should you ask about summer waxing:   Question 1: How Long Does Hair Need to Be Before Waxing? The general rule of…

After you’ve completed your esthetics program, the last step before becoming a licensed beauty professional is to sit for the state board licensing exams. You’ve almost crossed the finish line, and we want to help you prepare for both your written and practical exams! Here at Salon Success Academy, it is our mission to equip…

Who doesn’t love being pampered? A relaxing day at the spa can recharge your batteries and help you feel ready to face the world again. There are many benefits to those luxuriant facials! But if time, money, or other circumstances don’t allow for a trip to a fancy day spa, you can head straight into…

Did you know that the largest human organ is your skin? As an esthetician, you get to provide that skin—and your clients—some serious tender love and care. After all, your skin goes through a lot in a day. Especially your face! Exposure to sun and air and wind and extreme temperatures—and chemicals—can wreak havoc on…

Sugaring is a popular alternative to waxing. Here are the pros and cons.

With a chemical skin peel, you can refresh your skin and eliminate blemishes. Learn more.

Whether it’s your salon, as in you actually OWN it, or you just want to help out at the salon where you work, promoting it on social media can bring in more clients. Social media channels are crazy popular and most of your customers are probably on multiple platforms. That’s why marketing on social media…

As an esthetician, you’re a skin expert. You’ve seen it all and you probably know that most conditions are easily treatable and fixable. But when your clients come to you with any concerns about their skin, you need to be compassionate and understanding. It may seem an easy fix to you, but it’s their skin!…