Beauty School Career Guide

Hair Stylist 101

The truth about trimming tresses

Hair design is one of the most exciting specialties in the field of cosmetology. Hair stylists are on the cutting edge of fashion, helping individuals look their best with the latest styles, color treatments and products.

Just as you've seen on popular television shows like "Look-A-Like" and "Shear Genius," hair stylists have a dramatic impact on their clients' appearance and confidence.

In order to be successful as a hair stylist, you'll need to be able to:

Top Ten Career Tips from an Esthetician

The straight scoop from someone who's been there

Fauzia Morgan is a licensed esthetician in Seattle, Washington. She graduated from the Euro Institute of Skin Care in 2005 and offers facials, resurfacing peels and body treatments through her own business, Sacred Skin Therapy.

"I still can't really get over how lucky I am to do what I love for a living," says Fauzia. "I give facials the way I would want to receive one. I love how good people feel after a facial with me."

Fauzia offers the following advice for new estheticians and those considering a career in skin care.

1. Do what you love.

When it comes to choosing a school or creating a focus for your practice, Fauzia's advice is consistent – be yourself and do what you love.

Her own approach to aesthetics is holistic and rooted in her own experience. After struggling with chronic, severe acne from ages 13 to 26, Fauzia learned to heal her body from the inside out through acupuncture and dietary changes. Then, while working at an integrative pharmacy, she realized that she was able to help other people. Read more...