There aren’t many better feelings than the confidence gained from a fresh, professional hair coloring session. No matter how good you know you look though, you might quickly ask yourself, “How long should I wait to dye my hair again?” Our licensed educators at Aveda Institute Des Moines have extensive experience in cosmetology and are…

Why Do You Need To Know Your Undertone? Knowing your skin’s undertone is the best way to determine whether a hair color will be flattering or not, what type of makeup will look best, and even which clothing hues will look the best.  This information is so often underrated and overlooked. Once you find out…

From being students at the Aveda Institute Des Moines, to becoming integral parts of Serenity Couture Salons, to winning countless awards, to now being featured by Aveda Corp;  Sam Watson and Matthew Rouse are the culmination of hard work, dedication, clarity, and creativity. Check out Aveda.edu’s blog post on how these two former Aveda Institute…

Once you have decided to embark on a new career as a massage therapist, the next steps are learning the requirements for obtaining a massage license and creating a plan to complete these requirements. The checklist varies by state, so if you plan to obtain an Iowa massage license, you must complete various steps, including…

An esthetician is a licensed professional specifically trained to help clients keep their skin healthy. People may seek the services of an esthetician when they want to minimize the effects of aging and sun damage. Estheticians have numerous techniques and skills to improve skin wellness, remove unwanted hair, and give therapy to the body through…

If you’re looking for a cosmetology school near me and wondering how to jumpstart your career in the field, there are a few things that you should know. The Aveda Iowa school of beauty is the premier cosmetology training program serving students throughout the greater Des Moines area, but school isn’t the only requirement for…

Online cosmetology school has been receiving more attention as students seek convenient ways to learn from home. Attending esthetics schools online can certainly be a way to do so, but if you’re weighing online cosmetology classes against in-person cosmetology courses, there are a few key differences that you should take into account. In-person beauty school…

If you have dreams of working as a cosmetologist, owning your own salon, or working as a stylist for celebrities, don’t let the cost of beauty school keep you from accomplishing those goals. Thinking about how much cosmetology school costs can feel overwhelming. Some people think that financial aid, grants, and scholarships are only for…

Erin Steinhart knew she wanted to do hair since she was a little girl… and at age 27 she finally decided to follow her passion. Like many of us who have passions that do not require a college degree, Erin was turned away from hers because of what society deems as the “right” way to…

The weather is getting warmer and you know what that means…bright days and brighter hair! With summer vacays, beach days and road trips ahead, there couldn’t be a more perfect time to take a walk on the lighter side. But how do you choose your blonde? With all the different shades, methods and products on…