Are you constantly watching TikToks for makeup videos or find yourself wandering around ULTA or Sephora for hours? Have you been thinking about a career as a makeup artist? If so, you probably are now are wondering what that career requires or if you need a makeup artist license or what this career is really …
Finally, you finished your cosmetology program and are ready to start doing what you love every day, what could feel better? There’s only one thing left to do: take the written and/or practical examination through the National-Interstate Council of State Board of Cosmetology, or NIC exam. I was right there with you. I finished school …
Hi Ivy, I am a cosmetologist moving to the United States this year. I would like to know how to get a license in <U.S. State>. Can you help me find information for out-of-country transfers? Over the years I have helped thousands of cosmetologists, estheticians, and nail technicians get licensed in the United States, mainly …
In Texas, a person licensed to provide cosmetology services to the public is called an operator. In most other states, operators are licensed and referred to as cosmetologists, hairstylists, beauticians, or hairdressers. From here on out, if you see a Texas operator license, just know we are referring to a Texas cosmetology license. If you …
Traveling to an exotic island for vacation or going away for the weekend? In any case, travel can wreak havoc on your skin. So to ensure that you have glowing skin throughout your travel, it’s important to take care of yourself and your skin while traveling. So that you feel great on vacation and when …
Thinking about opening a home salon business? Chances are you’ve already given a haircut, facial, or nail service to family or friends in your home. Now you’re wondering if it would work on a bigger scale – a full-on business in your home. You may be asking yourself a few questions about opening your home …
Do you feel you have lost your passion for a job that you once wanted to do more than anything? And do you find yourself rethinking your career in the cosmetology industry? Could this be burnout? If so, I promise you are not alone. Cosmetologists, nail technicians, and estheticians leave the profession all of the …
You may be feeling stress, anxiety, and pressure to get this job. Whether this is your first job out of school, your dream job, or your first job back after a break from the industry, taking the time to prepare for your salon interview will help decrease feelings of anxiety and boost your confidence during …
Misclassification of salon workers is something you hear more an more about in the cosmetology industry. I am sure you have seen colleagues asking on Facebook groups, “Am I an employee or an independent contractor?” Or, maybe you have seen an article about worker misclassification in salons, have a job offer, or want to fill …
