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,…

Edward Wilson, Cosmetology student at La’ James International College in Fremont shows a cute look perfect for the 4th of July celebrations! Check it out & Try it out! WHAT YOU NEED: 1 small cup of water Choice of Polishes (we chose Red, White & Blue) Toothpicks Elmer’s Glue Step 1: Apply glue as a barrier…

Say goodbye to dry hands and say hello to silky-smooth skin with our DIY salt scrub tutorial! Revitalize the skin on your hands and give them a bit of TLC with our easy-to-follow guide that you can do in the comfort of your home. Creating a Homemade Salt Scrub for Your Hands Forget about expensive…

We’ve all heard the saying ‘time is money.’ While it holds true for everyone, it’s especially vital in the Health and Beauty Industry. In this blog post, we aim to provide a clear overview of why managing your time effectively is crucial as a beauty salon owner. Why is Time Management Important to Beauty Professionals?…

Makeup is a form of art that can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. In this article, we will analyze the connection between makeup and art and how makeup can also be regarded as a form of art. Makeup vs. Art – Similarities and Differences What exactly is the definition of art? What is your…