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By Melanie Brons : Licensed Cosmetologist & Educator at La’ James International College Des Moines. Depending on who you ask and where you look, research indicates that the cosmetology and beauty industry is a multi-BILLION (with a b) dollar business. It should come as no surprise that women spend lots of money to look good. With…

Ok, so we’ve grown up listening to our parents tell us constantly, “Make your bed!”. But come on, by the time you get home you are basically just jumping right back into the sheets. Why on earth make the bed? Well… Actually… there are a few good reasons. It starts your day off on the…

Navigating the world of hair color can be an exciting yet daunting task, especially when it comes to selecting the perfect shade for summer. In this guide, we strive to offer expert advice on how to choose the perfect hair color for summer. By Melanie Brons : Licensed Cosmetologist & Educator at La’ James International College…

By Aundreona Whitfield : College Administrator, Licensed Cosmetologist & Educator at La’ James International College Fort Dodge. How amazing is the feeling that you have completed your hours and are one step closer to your dream? Your educators, mentors, administrator, friends, family and you [your-self] have waited for this day for what may seem a lifetime….

By Karen Marple : Licensed Cosmetologist & Educator & College Administrator at La’ James International College Iowa City After managing a salon and owning my own salon, I decided it was time to share the knowledge I have gained from working with clients, other stylists, from the advanced education I participated in and from the business…

By: Wendy Dierks : College Administrator, Licensed Cosmetologist & Educator at La’ James International College Cedar Falls. As doors close on the first chapter of your educational journey, let the new doors open. Often times, new doors can appear to be large and sometimes heavy. You may even fear what is on the other side….

By: Abby Chaney & Amanda Casstevens: Licensed Cosmetologists & Educators at La’ James International College in Iowa City. A lot of people question if “coloring” your hair is going to damage it. Of course many different things can determine if that is a yes or no answer. What type of products do you use? What is…

I wonder how many of you have had this scenario happen; Cool new hairstyle picked out, only to be told “that cut is not right for you” by your stylist? How many of you have ever had a “bad” haircut? Probably most of us! And if we wanted to be real honest, it wasn’t the…

By: Jacy Bunz : Licensed Esthetician, Licensed Cosmetologist & at La’ James International College Cedar Falls. Don’t Assume that oily skin means you will have acne. Sebum or oil is naturally found in our skin to keep it soft and pliable. Plus it helps to keep your hair shiny and healthy. Yes having oily skin…

By Emily Winegarden : Licensed Cosmetologist & Educator at La’ James International College Fort Dodge.  Lazy Lake days while floating around & soaking up all the sunshine is what summer is all about.  When those warmer temperatures FINALLY come around, we’re ready to hit the pool, lake and/or beach! One important thing that always comes to mind,…