Category: Blog
September 25, 2019
The Value of Experienced Beauty Instructors
Are you wanting a future in the beauty industry? Check out this blog to find out why getting an education from beauty professionals is so important!
October 25, 2018
Alumni Feature: Kylie McGowan
This month Xenon Academy wants to start highlighting their top students and alumni. Click here to read Kylie’s story!
September 27, 2018
How Long is Cosmetology School in Nebraska?
Are you looking into a career in the beauty industry in Nebraska? If you are, you likely have wondered how long cosmetology school can take to complete. To obtain a license as a cosmetologist in Nebraska, at least 2,100 program hours used to be required, but the licensing board will be switching over to a…
September 19, 2018
5 Misconceptions That Crush Beauty School Dreams
If you have some concerns about going to beauty school, we can help! Check out five misconceptions that could be holding you back.
September 11, 2018
The Beauty School Admissions & Financial Aid Process at Xenon Academy
So, you’re ready to start beauty school. Congratulations! An education in cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering can lead you down a path toward a creative and fulfilling future. Before you grab your shears, tweezers, or clippers, you’ve got to do a few things. The first step in your journey toward a future in beauty is education!…
August 16, 2018
Getting Back to Beauty School: Your Essentials List
Getting ready to go back to school by starting your beauty education? Not sure how to prepare for this exciting next stage? Read our list for your back-to-school essentials list to find out!
August 10, 2018
The Ultimate Guide to All Things Cosmetology
Are you passionate about hair, nails, skin care, makeup artistry, and everything else beauty related? Here at Xenon Academy, we are too! Cosmetology is the field to pursue if you want to have beauty as a real life career. It’s not all just hairspray and balayages, though, it takes hard work and determination to go…
August 6, 2018
A Change in Hours for Nebraska Cosmetology
Late last year, the Nebraska legislature began the process to change a few requirements for future and current cosmetologists, and earlier this year many of the proposed changes were changed into law. Among those is a decrease in required clock hours for cosmetology students in the state of Nebraska, with hours going from 2100 to…
May 31, 2018
Living the Barbering Life
The well-groomed man getting his straight razor shaves – complete with rich lather and a sharp, new haircut – is a testament to the need for well-trained and experienced barbers. If you think they only do cuts all day, though, you might be surprised to hear what barbers are up to. While there is a…
February 23, 2018
Men’s 2018 Hair Trends
Hair trends are constantly changing. With so many new looks, it might be a challenge to decide which one you want to wear in 2018. Guys, we know there is a lot to consider when it comes to a new cut: texture, fullness, hair length, thickness, and even whether or not you have facial hair….