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At the Aveda Institute Portland, it’s a question we hear a lot. Because cosmetology professionals know that Aveda stands for high quality, from our classroom environments and commitment to our students, to compensation packages and respect in the industry. So what does it take to become an Aveda beauty instructor?
Actually, it takes a very qualified, very special individual.
Do you have a commitment to excellence in everything you do? Do you like to inspire others to become the best they can be? Do you like to nurture creative capabilities in others? Do you have a firm grasp of the...
When you were little, you loved to get into your mom’s makeup kit. And you couldn’t wait to get your own. You love to create new looks and follow the trends in magazines.
You love how makeup can transform the ordinary into WOW!
It starts with the prom proposal, then you pick your dress and figure out your prom group. One of the most magical nights of Senior Year is right around the corner and you realize you’ve forgotten one of the biggest parts of your look: your HAIR! Whether you’re planning things out in advance or found this article the day of, we’ve got you covered. If you’re getting your hair done at a salon or DIY-ing it at home, you need some inspiration to drive your style.
Ditch The Updo! This Year We’re All About The Tousled, Undone Look!
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It started when you found yourself re-styling your Barbie doll’s hair. Then you started playing with your own hair, trying new styles and playing with color. Maybe some friends of yours asked you to style their hair. They loved what you did and you loved doing it. It’s no surprise you’re now considering going to cosmetology school to become a hair stylist.
At Aveda Institute Portland, both our Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington campuses are filled with students like you. When they first come for a tour of our beauty school, they often say, “This is what I’ve always wanted to do and I...
So you’ve decided to become a cosmetologist. Good for you! It’s an exciting field that combines creativity, customer service, style and income! So how do you choose the right beauty school for you? The experts at Aveda Institute Portland, with Aveda campuses in Portland OR and Vancouver WA, have put together this handy checklist of things to consider when you compare programs.
1. Decide which area(s) interest you most. You might want to focus exclusively on being a hair stylist, or you may want to train in cosmetology, esthiology, nails or all of the above.
2. Make a list of the...
If you follow Shannon on her Instagram ( @ShannonslovelyLocks) then you know that this up and coming stylist LOVES a good color transformation! Shannon is currently in our salon life phase and only has a few more months before she is out in the world of beauty. We caught up with her to find out a little more about her journey so far at the Aveda Institute Portland!
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Brows are currently all the rage in the world of beauty. While we might have plucked them to a nub in the 90’s, the new trend is a significantly easier and less painful look. Say hello to big, full brows! We caught up with Instructor Beatrice to find out how to get the look!
Step 1: Shape & Define
Begin by brushing the brows into place with a “spoolie” or clean mascara wand...
We are knee-deep in summer and getting ready for summer break! That means one thing....VACATION!!! After the winter, we have had in the PNW we are welcoming summer excursions with open arms! We want to help get YOU vaycay ready so for the month of July you can come on in and get 3 travel size Aveda products for just $20!!! This is an amazing mix-&-match deal that you don't want to miss. We caught up with some students and staff to find out their travel essentials to give you a little inspo- check it out!
Ellie (Assistant Manager)
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There seems to be never ending tips and tricks on how to get a killer winged eye-liner. Mastering the perfect flick may be time consuming but it’s a job well worth it because nothing makes the eyes look more feminine. We caught up with Instructor Amanda, the QUEEN of the cat-eye, to find how to get this staple look in a few simple steps!
We have something to admit... we have missed you! When one of our graduates pops in for a visit the staff is always so excited to hear what you’re up to and see you looking all grown up! Besides graduation it is probably one of our favorite moments! To see more of you we celebrated with our first ever Alumni Day! We knew we would be thrilled with whoever could make it in but boy we were surprised how much fun we had! All day long graduates from all different years snuck in to catch up, get a sweet product discount and special alumni only gift, cause we kind of love ya! And it was THE. BEST. DAY...