Question:
Hello Guidance Counselor,
I am currently working with my cosmetology license in a spa-like environment. I want to further my career and be more knowledgeable in the field of skin care. Specifically I would like to do chemical peels and work with different machines, more in a clinic/medical setting. I am wondering if just taking advanced classes would be the best route, or should l consider getting an esthetics license, or even both? I feel like I didn’t learn much about [...]
Guidance Counselor - Lynsey Hemstreet
Upgrade from cosmetology to esthetics to work in a medispa? |
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Tags: aesthetics, beauty school, Cosmetologist, esthetics, medical spa jobs, medispa careers
Filled Under: Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ April 22nd, 2012
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Should I attend school or apprentice as a stylist? |
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Hello Guidance Counselor,
What states offer an apprenticeship program to become a cosmetologist? I am interested in apprenticing in a salon and I live in Iowa.
Best,
Adrianna
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Answer:
Hi Adrianna,
This is a great question. Becoming a cosmetologist through an apprenticeship program isn’t as common as attending a beauty school for your license preparation, but it can be a path to success. Apprenticeship programs are a great alternative to cosmetology school in situations like these:
If you have trouble learning in a traditional classroom [...]
Tags: apprenticeship, beauty school, Cosmetologist, hair stylist, hair stylist apprentice, stylist
Filled Under: Ask the Professional, Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ February 25th, 2012
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Can an American cosmetologist find work in Canada? |
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Question:
Hello Guidance Counselor,
I am going through school to become a cosmetologist in America and have a dream of living in Canada; is there any chance I can get a work visa or does my profession make it impossible?
Thank you,
Taryn
Submitted via email
Answer:
Thanks for writing, Taryn! First of all you might want to read my post on cosmetology instruction in Canada, because it will help you get a picture of what the cosmetology requirements are like in that country. Writing it [...]
Tags: beauty school, Cosmetologist, cosmetology license in Canada, cosmetology license reciprocity, hairstylist in Canada
Filled Under: Ask the Professional, Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ January 24th, 2012
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How can a hardworking cosmetologist stay healthy? |
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Question:
Dear Guidance Counselor,
I am a student in beauty school and at the end of every day my hands, wrists, back and feet are killing me! I don’t know if I will be successful if I am in this much pain at the end of every day. What are some precautions I can take to stay healthy enough to succeed?
Thanks,
Teresa
Answer:
What a good question! This is a major issue in our industry. We work with noxious chemicals, in strange positions with sharp [...]
Tags: beauty school, cosmetology career, cosmetology school
Filled Under: Ask the Professional, Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ January 2nd, 2012
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5 Sources of Financial Aid for Cosmetology School |
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Question:
Dear Guidance Counselor,
I really want to go to beauty school but my parents can’t help me pay for it. Obviously I work as hard as I can, but the whole reason I want to go is because I make peanuts at my retail job. Are there any opportunities for me to get financial aid?
Thanks,
Lacey
Answer:
Thanks for writing! There is more than one way to escape retail hell (and I am sure that with Christmas approaching you are more eager than ever [...]
Tags: cosmetology school, federal aid, Financial Aid, MYCAA, student grants, student loans, technical school, vocational school
Filled Under: Ask the Professional, Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ November 29th, 2011
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5 Financial Solutions for Cash-Conscious Cosmetologists |
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Question:
Dear Guidance Counselor,
I have heard stories of stylists who make a ton of money but still don’t ever seem to have enough. How can I avoid that trap?
Thanks,
Alison
Answer:
Thanks for writing, Alison! Some things I love about self-employment: ultimate flexibility and complete control of my schedule. Creating art on everyday people. Wearing jeans to work. Some things I don’t: keeping records. Balancing my checkbook. But I will tell you, I have gotten good at those too.
As a novice hairstylist, my thoughts [...]
Tags: beauty school, chair rental, commission, cosmetology career, hairstylist, hairstylist career, stylist
Filled Under: Ask the Professional, Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ November 8th, 2011
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Can you be both fashion designer and cosmetologist? |
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Question:
Hello Guidance Counselor,
I am a freshman in high school and I want to be a cosmetologist and fashion designer. My friends and family have seen my sketches and designs, as well as my work with hair, and they encourage me to do both. I have the skills but I would like to improve upon them. I have made up my mind that I want to be both a cosmetologist and a fashion designer. Any career tips?
Thanks,
Naee
Answer:
Thanks for writing, Naee! It’s [...]
Tags: beauty school, Cosmetologist, cosmetology school, fashion design
Filled Under: Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ October 4th, 2011
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5 Ways to Find the Best Cosmetology School for You |
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5 Questions to Ask of Your Cosmetology School
So you have decided to pursue cosmetology or esthetics as your career. Congratulations! There’s just one warning I have for you: choose your school carefully. Although you will extract from school just what you put in, it’s still best to find a course of cosmetology study that matches your needs as a student. Here are the most important factors to consider when finding a cosmetology school.
1. Quality of Education
When you go to interview [...]
Tags: aesthetician school, beauty school, cosmetology career, cosmetology school, esthetics career
Filled Under: Ask the Professional, Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ September 7th, 2011
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Will cosmetology exam changes mean the end of glamourous hair? |
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Question:
Dear Guidance Counselor,
Help! I just started cosmetology school and I have heard they are changing the licensing exam. Is this true? How will it affect me and my friends?
Answer:
A little bird in beauty school told me the other day that the state board exam, which we all valiantly struggle to pass, is changing to a shorter, simpler, easier format that demands less of its students. I felt immediately betrayed that she would not have to endure the same kind of [...]
Tags: beauty school, cosmetology classes, cosmetology exam, cosmetology license
Filled Under: Cosmetologist - Lynsey Hemstreet @ August 8th, 2011
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