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Meet Alex Janssen, Massage Therapy Student at La’ James International College in Cedar Falls. Alex shares with us what his first appointment was like… “My first appointment was a full body. The experience was somewhat nerve wracking but I made it through.” What were some of your fears & excitements when you started school?: “My fear about starting was mostly about…

From a young age, MaKayla Kellar, fell in love with doing her own hair. “I wouldn’t even let me mom do my hair growing up! I was always practicing new styles on my hair and my cousin’s hair! I’ve always known being a Cosmetologist was what I wanted to do when I grew up!” MaKayla is currently enrolled…

Meet Jasmine Bertram, Cosmetology Student at La’ James International College in Cedar Rapids. Jasmine shares with us what her first appointment was like… “My first appointment was a haircut from my friend. I was nervous but as I continued through the cut I felt better about it because my instructor, Ms. Goodken, taught me very well. The haircut turned out great…

Don’t you just love fall colors? We do! And for today’s Tutorial Erica, Cosmetology student at La’ James International College in Cedar Rapids, is going to show you a Simple Fall Nail Design. Step 1: Apply 2 coats of CND Vinylux Dandelion. Step 2: Apply CND additives: Glided Gleam, Emerald Mirage & Russet Rage. Step 3: Create the leaf outline using CND Vinylux Sun Bleached. The stem, use CND Vinylux Sugared Spice and then create an…

Martha Swartzentruber always had a passion to help people. When it came to choosing the right career after high school, she knew she needed to find that perfect fit! “I had always loved doing hair and make-up and knew I could pursue a career in cosmetology! A cosmetologist has the ability to help someone feel GREAT about…

Meet Martha Swartzentruber, Cosmetology student at La’ James International College in Iowa City! See why she chose the Cosmetology Industry… Contact a Career Planner to learn more about La’ James International College and upcoming classes. Call 888.880.2108 or visit www.LJIC.edu today!  ~ GET CONNECTED ~ Facebook Twitter Instagram

Today’s Tutorial is a beautiful Up-Do by Cosmetology student T’era Kirk from La’ James International College in Iowa City! With a few bobby pins, twists & braids… you too can achieve this look! Step One Step Two Step Three Step Four Step Five Step Six Step Seven Final Look Great job T’era! Thank you for the excellent tips & for participating in today’s #LjicTuesTorial….

Gloria Torres had always had a passion for the beauty industry, though she wanted to wait for the perfect time in order to follow her dream career! “I was working as a CNA in California for 15 years while my daughters were growing up. They moved to Iowa and I followed them!” Now that her kids are older,…

Meet Ms. Hudson, instructor at La’ James International College in Des Moines. Check out her favorite quote for students… “I am enough!” Check us out on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/bNQESlPbvUM  Be sure to give this video a Thumbs Up & remember to hit Subscribe! Thank you Ms. Hudson for the great quote & for participating in today’s…

Today’s Tutorial comes from Haley Franklin, Esthetics student at La’ James International College in Des Moines. Check out her steps to accomplishing a successful cheek contour! What You Need:  Facial Cleanser Toner Moisturizer Foundation Contour Cream Power Step 1: Begin by sanitizing your own hands. Next, cleanse the face followed by toner & moisturizer. Step 2: Apply foundation Step 3: Blend in the foundation…