Category: Cosmetology

It’s a brand-new year, and with it comes a brand-new owner for Xenon Academy, Stephanie Moss!  Xenon Academy has long been a staple of the beauty industry in Nebraska, known for our top-notch education and training programs for aspiring makeup artists, hairdressers and aestheticians. With a strong focus on hands-on learning and a commitment to…

You are all about the beauty industry but just can’t decide which direction to take. If you considered an education in cosmetology or barbering, but have no idea which program is right for you, then read more to learn what you can expect as a barber or cosmetologist.

Start building a portfolio to showcase your work while in cosmetology school to create a reputation that can follow you after school. . Check out our guide to creating a professional portfolio!

Cosmetology is a profession full of creativity and opportunity! If you’ve been thinking about learning more and potentially pursuing an education to become a cosmetologist, you’ve come to the right place. We, at Xenon Academy, want everyone to feel the same excitement and love that we have for this amazing profession. Let’s get started and…

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!

Have you decided to take the plunge and begin your beauty school education? We are so excited that you have made that critical decision! As you prepare for your new journey you likely have heard about the awesome things in store for you. Besides the exciting education you’re about to receive, one of the most…

Nebraska’s license renewal process can be a piece of cake, just make sure you follow all the right steps!

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…

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…

“We believe it’s our responsibility to evolve hair and beauty education, challenging the status quo.” – Pivot Point® International When it comes to beauty school curriculums the options are varied, with systems that range from the wild and crazy to the trendy and bizarre. But of all these options there are a few staples that…