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5 Wedding and Bridal Hairstyle Ideas That Are Timeless

5 Wedding and Bridal Hairstyle Ideas That Are Timeless

Your bridal hairstyle is as important as your dress. It really makes your look come together and no bride should wait until the morning of their wedding to figure out what to do with their hair. Figuring out your bridal hairstyle can be a little intimidating but with these simple tips it will be a lot easier!

What’s Your Vibe?

Do you like messy? Gypsy? Braids? Curls? This is important because you want your hair to be you. If you choose a style that is completely different than your personality you will be very uncomfortable the whole day.

Bring Photos

What you say may mean something completely different to your stylist. It is like when you color your hair. If you say “I want red hair” you may be thinking deep dark red hair, while your stylist is thinking fire engine red. You should always have pics of what you want, no matter what the service is but when it comes to bridal hair, pics are a MUST. The best way to do this is to start a Pinterest board. That way the hairstyles are easy to find and your stylist can see a variety of options. This ensures that both of you will find something perfect for the big day!

Be Prepared To Hear No

Just remember that even though you found the perfect hairstyle, it may not be right for your hair. Updos depend on the texture, cut, and condition of your hair. While most good stylists can make it work, it may take some prep work on your part. You may have to leave your hair unwashed for a couple of days so it will hold better or you may even have to have extensions added to get the volume you need. However, sometimes it just won’t work and your stylist may have to say no, it’s just not doable.

Do A Few Practice Runs

You and your stylist should have at least 2 appointments after your consultation. At those appointments, your stylist will be practicing your bridal hairstyle. These are super important because the last thing you want is a hair failure on the big day.

Keep Options Open

Even if your chosen bridal hairstyle works perfect and you are super happy, get your stylist to try a couple in the same realm. You don’t know what will happen on the big day and you want options. If you have a complicated hairstyle that puts you in the chair for an hour or so and you were up all night before, you may not feel like sitting there. Especially if you also have wedding jitters. Choose a couple simple ones just in case.

Don’t Be Afraid To Use A Student Stylist

I know what you are thinking! You are thinking “Are you crazy? I am not risking a hair disaster on the biggest day of my life!” But believe it or not, a student stylist can give you just as an amazing hairstyle as a licensed cosmetologist in a salon. At Aveda Institute Maryland our beta and gamma student stylists have over 950 hours of practice and are seasoned in updos, braids, curls, and waves. Also, they are supervised by licensed cosmetologists that have years of experience. Plus, it will be a little easier on your budget. If you are not convinced, do a consultation at a school in your area and see for yourself.

5 Wedding and Bridal Hairstyle Ideas That Are Timeless

Timeless Bridal Hairstyle by Women Beauty

Lace Braid Bridal Hairstyle by Missy Sue

Classic Bridal Updo by EmJustLikeYou

Messy Updo by Jamison Shaw

Double Twisted Crown Braid by Alex Gaboury

Aveda Institute Maryland

227 Archer Street

Bel Air Maryland 21014

(410)838-0845

April 3, 2018
5 Spring Makeup Looks To Rock Your World!

I know it is hard to believe with all the threat of snow, but Spring is almost here and that means it is time for some fresh new makeup with these spring makeup looks! I love spring because all of the pretty colors are out and you can totally change up your look for the season! When I think of spring I think of fresh, inspiring, and new. As the warmer weather sets in I feel renewed and ready to have some fun. And nothing says fun like new makeup!

We do have some AMAZING spring makeup looks for you but we also understand that you may not be well versed in all of the makeup trends. Have no fear, we can help! Our Aveda Student Specialists can give you tips and tricks to achieve any makeup look. We can teach you how to contour, highlight, and make the perfect cat eye you have ever seen. So stop in today or make an appointment for a makeup lesson today!

5 Spring Makeup Looks

Spring Ombre Glitter (Amys Makeup Box)– This look will help you look fresh and add a little sparkle to your day! It is also super easy to do!

Everyday Makeup Look For Spring (Allana Davison)- This is also a super easy look that you can wear every day!

Full Coverage Spring Makeup Tutorial and Braided Bun (Kayleigh Noelle)- What I really love about this video is that it is a complete look! Kayleigh shows you how to do a full coverage look and a simple hairstyle! It is perfect for those days when you are not sure how to do your makeup or your hair.

Slay Simple Neutral Spring Makeup Look (DarkskinNextdoor)- This beautiful look will give you that spring time glow in no time!

Spring Pinks Makeup (Zoella)- This look is super sweet and very fresh looking! Perfect for school or work!

Want to do makeup and skincare? We can help with our Esthetics class! Call and schedule a tour today.

March 20, 2018
12 Pro Beauty Prom Tips That Will Keep You Looking Gorgeous All Night
12 Pro Beauty Prom Tips That Will Keep You Looking Gorgeous All Night

Prom season is right around the corner and chances are you have the dress, the shoes, and maybe even your look. But things can go wrong. Lipstick on your dress, staticy hair, or maybe even those dreaded black flakes under your eyes. How do you keep your look together all night? Well, we have 12 pro beauty prom tips that will keep you cool, comfortable, and completely together during your big night!

12 Pro Beauty Prom Tips
1. Brighten Your Smile
  
  2 weeks before prom, start using a whitening toothpaste. Brush for at least two minutes and also refrain from cola, tea, and coffee. Those drinks stain your teeth.
2. Pimp Your Glow
  
  If you are wearing a strapless dress add some lotion with glimmer to your shoulders, back, and chest. For extra radiance use a bronzing powder. If you want to go all out with the sparkle, FX has some amazing glitter drops. They are kind of steep in price but one drop goes a long way!
3. Keep Smelling Sweet All Night
  
  This may sound weird but use a tiny, tiny bit of vaseline on the areas you spritz your perfume. It gives the perfume a base to hold onto and keeps the scent all night long. Looking for a new scent for prom? Check out Aveda’s LOVE composition oil. It is made with indigenous-collected Australian sandalwood and certified organic jasmine, vetiver and frankincense. It will keep you smelling sweet all night long.
4. Fill In Your Brows
  
  Even if you don’t do it normally. Brows can really complete your face and make your makeup 10 times better. Plus, they look better in the 100 selfies you will take during the night. If you are not sure how to fill them in, come in to see one of our student specialists for a lesson!
5. Keep Your Eyeshadow On Fleek
  
  Use cream eyeshadow instead of powder for a more intensified look. If you are worried it will melt off, use a thin layer of concealer under it. If you want to be a pro, use eyeshadow primer as a base. This prevents melting as well as creasing.
6. Finish Your Look With Setting Spray
  
  Set your makeup with setting spray so it will stay put all night!
7. Don’t Avoid Fake Eyelashes
  
  You don’t have to do full strips or even get them professionally done. Just cut the strips in half and add the lashes to the corner of your eyes for a flirty and easy look!
8. Keep Shadow Flakes At Bay
  
  We have all been there. You have perfected your foundation and your eyeshadow, then you look in the mirror and see the dreaded flakes under your eyes. Usually, it is your shadow or mascara. Don’t try to rub them off or worse, wipe them. Use just a small piece of painter tape to gently dab them off. You will save your makeup!
9. Brush Your Lips
  
  Remove dry skin flakes from your lips by using a gentle lip scrub and clean toothbrush. It will help your lipstick go on better. To reduce creasing or wrinkles, use Aveda’s Feed My Lips Primer before your lipstick.
10. Make Your Teeth Look Whiter
  
  Lipsticks with blue undertones will make your teeth appear whiter. Choose Plums, cherry, reds, purply pinks, or any shade with a silvery shimmer. Aveda’s Nourish-Mint Cherrybud is a perfect choice! Not only does it look great, it smells great by infusing organic peppermint, vanilla, and ginger into the lipstick. Not sure it will look good on you? Stop by Aveda Institute Maryland and try it out!
11. Do A Deep Conditioning Treatment
  
  If you are wearing your hair down you will want it to look soft and shiny. That is why you need a deep conditioning treatment. Not only will it make your hair soft but it will also tame frizzies and keep it tame. Aveda has an amazing deep conditioning treatment for $25 that will make your hair amazing for prom night!
12. Spray Your Bobby Pins With Hairspray
  
  If you are wearing your hair up, spray your bobby pins with a little hairspray before putting them in your hair. This will make them grip better and stay in your hair, keeping your updo up all night!
Looking for a Prom Pamper party? Aveda Institute Maryland has you covered! You can get your hair, nails, and makeup done for your big day! Our student stylists will help you decide on a look and then make you beautiful! Don’t delay, call and make an appointment today and don’t forget to invite your friends so it will be a huge party!
March 15, 2018
Is A Future In The Beauty Industry Right For You?
Is A FUTURE In The Beauty Industry Right For You?

Beauty is more than doing hair, makeup, skincare, and nails. Beauty is an art form. Instead of using canvas and paints, you use live human beings to bring your vision into reality. Most of our students have a passion for beauty and a burning desire to create something beautiful using tools and products. Do you love doing hair? Is makeup your palette to the world? Or maybe you love skincare and love making people look beautiful. If so, a career in the beauty industry may be your perfect fit!

What Can You Do In The Beauty Industry?

Believe it or not, it is more than standing behind a chair all day. I have heard so many people say “I love doing hair but there is no way I could stand behind that chair all day!” Well, the good news is you don’t have too! There are so many options available in the industry that weren’t available even 10 short years ago! Some pathway choices include:
- Hairstylist
- Color Specialist
- Platform Artist
- Product Rep
- Educator
- Salon Manager
- Salon Owner
- Wedding Makeup and Hair
- Wedding Nails
- Updo Specialist (for weddings and proms)
- Traveling Stylist
- Editorial Hair and Makeup Artist
- Model Stylist
- Runway Stylist
- Skincare Educator
- Makeup Educator
- Image Consultant
The list is endless!

Which License Is Best For Me?

There are several licenses you can get in the industry. You just have to decide which one meets your goals, your time frame, and what you really want to do.

Cosmetology License:

Cosmetology licenses trump most other licenses. When you have your cosmetology license you can do it all, makeup, skincare, hair, and nails. This is very appealing to most employers because they can hire a cosmetologist and let them do it all instead of hiring two or three other people. But, getting your cosmetology licenses takes time and passion! It is not a quick process. At Aveda Institute Maryland we have a few options to get your cosmetology license!
- Daytime Classes- This 10-month program is the quickest way to get your license. You go to school Tuesday-Saturday, 8:45 to 4:30.
- Night Time Classes- This program is perfect for those that work, have kids, or need a shorter schedule. You go to school Monday through Thursday 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm and Saturday 8:45 am to 4:30 pm. This program is 60 weeks long (roughly 14 months)
A total of 1500 hours must be met before you can graduate and get your license.

Esthetician License

The Esthetician License is for those that want to focus solely on skincare and makeup! It is a much shorter program and when you are finished you will be able to do skin care, makeup, brow waxing, brow tinting, eyelashes, and more! You can also take advanced classes such as microblading and eyelash extensions. We offer daytime classes Tuesday-Saturday 8:45-4:30

You must complete 600 hours before you can graduate and get your license.

Why Aveda?

Choosing a school can be a very personal choice. It is a unique experience that is different for everyone. You may need a school that is close to home, or maybe you want a school that focuses on a certain brand. Whatever your reasoning is, you need to explore all of your options. In fact, that may be what lead you to this article. So why Aveda?

Aveda is one of the leading industry companies that is paving the way to natural beauty products. They are made from pure, natural, organic and responsibly sourced ingredients. Aveda is also a global pioneer in sustainable business practices, such as manufacturing with 100% wind power, and using recycled materials and soy ink for packaging and printing. Last but certainly not least, Aveda fundraises through special product sales and Earth Month initiatives that raise millions annually for clean water. Honestly, I think our mission says it all!

Our mission at Aveda is to care for the world we live in, from the products we make to the ways in which we give back to society. At Aveda, we strive to set an example for environmental leadership and responsibility, not just in the world of beauty, but around the world.

In school, we are taught the Aveda difference, such as rituals, comforting tea, and all of our students are taught how to work in a salon while working on clients. Aveda takes beauty school to a higher level. Aveda is not just found in salons, though. As an Aveda graduate, you could find yourself in many other fields. The possibilities are endless when you graduate from Aveda.

I Am Ready To Learn More!

Regardless of what school you choose, there are things you need to do when taking a tour of the campus!
1. Ask questions, a lot of questions. Don’t be afraid to talk to your admissions counselor. Make sure the program is right for you and your needs!
2. Talk to other students that are in the program. Ask them how they like the school, what their schedules are like, or any other information you would like to know. Current students have the inside scoop on the school and can help you decide if it is right for you!
3. Ask about financial aid. It is there for those who qualify.
Do not schedule a tour during lunch. Make sure the students are there so you can see the place in action. While touring watch to see if the students are busy, if they are learning, how many teachers are there, is there one-on-one attention, and most importantly, is the salon clinic floor busy? Those questions are very important and should be answered through your tour!

Is A Career In The Beauty Industry Right For You?

If you have a passion and drive to make people beautiful then it is! We can help you decide when you take a tour of our campus. You can call us at 410-838-0845 or contact our admissions counselor via email to set up an appointment. We can’t wait to talk to you and get your career started in the beauty industry!

Aveda Institute Maryland

227 Archer Street

Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Esthetician School in Maryland
March 13, 2018
Luck of the Nails

St. Patrick’s Day Nails are fun and festive! No matter what the weather is like in March, new nails always make a girl feel good! And who knows, maybe a 4 leaf clover on your nail will bring you some good luck!

Aveda Institute Maryland has several stylists that can help you achieve the perfect St. Patrick’s Day nails! So stop in or call 410-838-0845.

A Few Lucky Looks

With the luck of the nails, we’ve discovered some fashionable looks for you. CutePolish has a very cute nail tutorial that will definitely make your friends green with envy!
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Robin Moses’ rainbow nails are sure to have a pot of gold at the end! They are just too cute!

If you are more into the super creepy (raises hand) these nails are a must for you! These are by Robin Moses and they are just too amazing!

3D nails are all the rage and CuteGlitterNails has a tutorial that teaches the basics with a little-advanced technique!

A Few Lucky Opportunities:

After looking at these mesmerizing selections and you find you may a nag for the art of beauty, check out some of our programs. We have a wide range of selections that meet the needs of every budding beauty artist! Have an interest in doing hair and nails? Visit us at https://avedainstitutemd.edu/ and CALL US NOW to schedule an appointment!

Aveda Institute Maryland

227 Archer Street

Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Cosmetology School in Maryland

March 8, 2018
New Full Spectrum Demi Plus Line
New Full Spectrum Demi Plus Line

We have some exciting news at Aveda Institute Maryland! Aveda’s New Full Spectrum Demi Plus Line is in stock and our guests are in love with it! Want a fashion color but don’t want to sit at the salon for four hours? Then you are going to love this!!

For the past two years, Aveda’s AMAZING scientists have been developing color for people just like you! They understand that you are busy and just like Aveda, you want a fast product that doesn’t destroy your hair and it is natural. Fifteen years ago, Aveda’s last demi line—Full Spectrum™ Deposit Only Color Treatment—was released and it was amazing. But, times change. People just don’t want to do a day at the salon anymore. We just don’t have time!

The Word

So after interviewing a lot of Aveda stylists, Aveda went back to the lab and developed a color that would not only cut the time to 20 minutes, but would infuse A LOT of shine, and be as natural on the hair as possible.

“We re-tooled all our favorite parts of Deposit Only Color Treatment,” Wendy Prior, Executive Director of Technical Education for Aveda, says. “The shine is vastly improved with certified organic kukui essential oil in combination with certified organic castor and jojoba oils.”

Processing time is customizable based on your hair. You can do as little as 5 minutes with a 5 catalyst or as much as 20 minutes with a 10 catalyst. You can color your hair, have incredible stress-relieving shampoo, and a style in an hour. How amazing is that? The sugarcane-based gel is very spreadable and cuts the application time. Rinsing is a breeze too!

The formula itself, true to Aveda fashion, contains plant-derived oils including L-arginine, which works as a power booster to increase pH for maximum color deposit into every strand, which provides lasting results that fade on tone. The best part? It drives into hair and penetrates without the use of ammonia. The formula is fully oxidated, so it’s a bit more durable. The color does not develop until it’s under the cuticle. Additionally, it gives you long lasting results!

Other key ingredients are:
- A conditioning blend of certified organic plant oils, kukui, sunflower, castor, and jojoba, helps improve the condition of damaged hair and provide radiant shine.
- Green tea extract helps create a broader spectrum of color by acting as a naturally-derived color modifier to enhance the shade range, helping provide the ultimate colorist’s palette.
- Butylene glycol, derived from sugarcane, helps create a gel-based formula that has a smooth consistency for easy application.
This new formula also achieves more shine and vibrancy—and better gray coverage. It also improves the condition of damaged hair while delivering radiant color and shine.

Another amazing thing about the line is that you don’t have to commit to the color. You can change it in 6 to 8 weeks with minimal damage to the hair. To see if the Demi Plus line is right for you, come in and see one of our stylists today! You can book an appointment by calling 410-838-0845 or just walk in! Our address is 227 Archer Street, Bel-Air, MD 21014.
March 6, 2018
DIY Makeup Tips
🍀St. Patrick’s Day: DIY Makeup Tips

Make Your Friends Green With Envy

St. Patrick’s day is just around the corner and Aveda is all about going green so here’s some DIY makeup tips on us! And we are not talking about just these St. Patrick’s Day Makeup Ideas! Aveda has an amazing product that lifts and firms your skin. It will make your St. Patrick’s Day makeup look that much more amazing!

Aveda Green Science Lifting Serum

Helps skin boost its natural collagen production for a more lifted appearance.
- Formula with bio-fermented glucosamine, organic argan oil, anti-oxidants, and peptides helps promote surface skin cell turnover, moisturization, and visible skin firmness.
- Organic argan oil*, one of the key ingredients in Aveda’s green science™ skin care, comes from the nut of the fruit of the argan tree, which grows in Morocco.
It is a perfect combination that will help your skin all year round! You can stop in our salon, Aveda Institute Maryland, and try it for yourself!

St. Patricks Day Makeup Looks

Janisse has a glittery St. Patrick’s day look that will make you sparkle all day! The best thing is that you can change the glitter color and use it all year long!

Charisma Star is one of our favorite Youtubers and this look is for our adventurous clients! It will definitely make you the talk of the party and maybe even bring you a little luck!

Lonyea has this gorgeous makeup look that makes even us green with Envy!

Maya Mia has a great tutorial for those that want to go green but a little more naturally! I really love this tutorial!

If you are adventurous and believe there is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow then SweetheartFrosty has a tutorial for you!

Have you always loved doing makeup? Have a passion for skincare? Then please visit https://avedainstitutemd.edu/ for an appointment to check out our Esthetician class! Or you can call 410-838-0845 for an appointment today!

Aveda Institute Maryland

227 Archer Street

Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Esthetician School in Maryland
March 1, 2018