April 1, 2019

Prom Nails: Best Ideas & Designs

Esthetics, Nail care, news

There’s nothing in the world quite like Prom Night. In this guide, we cover a variety of styles and trends you can use for your prom, ensuring you have the best prom nails that seamlessly complement your prom dress and accessories. Prom Essentials: Choosing Your Look When you’re in high school, few things in life…

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Prom Makeup Ideas for Your Perfect Look

Esthetics, Makeup, news

Prom night is all about feeling radiant and confident! Let’s turn up the spotlight on you with dazzling prom makeup ideas. This guide will help you create a look that complements your style and makes a lasting impression. How to Find Your Perfect Prom Makeup? Prom night is your chance to shine, and your makeup…

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March 31, 2019

Prom Dress & Accessories Ideas for Your Perfect Look

Esthetics, news

There’s nothing in the world like Prom Night. Step into the spotlight with confidence, as we guide you through the enchanting world of prom dresses and accessories, ensuring you leave a lasting impression on this special night. A Guide to Planning the Perfect Prom Evening In high school, prom is a major milestone. To ensure…

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March 16, 2019

Inspo for Paddy’s Day!

Beauty school, Inspiration, news

Looking for a fun style this St. Patrick’s Day? Our students & graduates have created some looks perfect for the Holiday. Let their styles inspire you to create your own. ★ Inspo by @trendzbytiffanyjo – La’ James International College Des Moines ★ Inspo by @papatat_hair – La’ James International College Des Moines ★ Inspo by…

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Pack Your Bags! We’re going on Spring Break!

Inspiration, news

It’s that time… Warm thoughts & summer daydreams… SPRING BREAK IS HERE! Put down the books, pack your bags and let’s head south! Check these 15 essentials off your list while packing the beach bags! Check… Check… Check… Sunscreen. The higher the SPF number, the better off you are. Apply 30 minutes before heading to…

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February 16, 2019

The Beauty of Kindness

Inspiration, news

Being kind is important for everybody, and it’s also vital if you’re an aspiring beauty professional. Working with people implies helping them and being kind to them. In this blog post, we explore kindness and list 20 simple acts of kindness you can choose from. A Pause for Kindness in the Midst of Life’s Chaos…

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February 11, 2019

The Results are in…

Beauty school, news

This weekend was the CBI [Cosmetologists and Barbers of Iowa] Student Competition at The Meadows Event and Conference Center in Altoona, Iowa. This year’s theme was “Unicorns, Mermaids & Mythical Creatures”and we are very proud of the results from our LJIC students. Their hard work, time & creativity paid off! Out of 18 groups LJIC…

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February 9, 2019

Our favorite Valentine’s Day services & their benefits

Beauty school, news

Can you believe it? February already and you know that means Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. We’ve got some excellent gift ideas for you & your loved ones. Here are a few of our favorite relaxing services & their benefits. Which one will you choose? Couples Full Body Massages are an excellent choice…

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January 30, 2019

Do products go bad?

Hair care, news, Products

It may not feel like it yet, but Spring will be here before we know it and that means… SPRING CLEAN! One area people tend to forget to clean out is the bathroom cupboards. All those products you have racked up throughout the year and in some cases, yearsssss. Of course you want your “must…

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January 26, 2019

The Benefits of Scheduling in Advance in a Beauty Saloon

Career tips, news

Many clients choose to book their appointments in advance while others prefer to walk-in. Both are very acceptable, but did you know pre-booking does have some pretty amazing benefits? In this blog posts, we’re going to reveal the main benefits of scheduling in advance. What are the benefits of scheduling in advance? Time is valuable…

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