Category: Tips

If you’ve ever wondered, “Do I have fine hair or thin hair?” you’re not alone. These two terms are often used interchangeably, but they describe completely different things.  Understanding your hair type can make it easier to choose the right haircut, styling products and hair care routine. It also helps explain why some hairstyles hold all day while others seem to fall flat within…

Curly hair is beautiful, versatile and unique — but it also comes with its own set of challenges. What works for straight hair doesn’t always work for curls, which is why cutting curly hair requires a different approach and specialized skills.  If you’re looking for tips to maintain your curls or considering a whole career in cosmetology, understanding how curly hair behaves is an important…

Do you want to pursue a career in cosmetology, esthetics or barbering, but you don’t want to miss out on the community building of a traditional four-year college or university? Don’t worry! Beauty schools provide lots of opportunities for you to make friends with classmates and clients, network with industry professionals and form a community of your own.  When making a decision about what beauty…

Getting that bronzed, sun-kissed look is a top priority for many as the days get longer and the weather warms up. While we all love a summer glow, the baby-oil-and-sun-reflector era is behind us, and the conversation around skin health is shifting. On platforms like TikTok and Instagram, sun-safe beauty continues to trend as people look for ways to appear as if they’ve spent…

Preparing for summer is about more than vacations and wardrobe swaps. Now is the perfect time to give your skin some extra attention. Body care is having a major moment, especially on platforms like TikTok, where full-body routines are becoming just as important as facial skincare. From exfoliation to hydration, people are realizing that glowing skin isn’t…

Keeping up with hair trends is a key part of being a stylist, especially during prom season. When clients sit in your chair with trendy inspo pictures, it’s important to have the knowledge and skills to do it justice. Prom is a fun time for students at Xenon Academy, offering the chance to style groups of friends while fine-tuning…

Chemical peels are a staple treatment in the world of professional skincare, and for a good reason. By removing the damaged outer layer of skin, they can help improve skin texture, tone and clarity. With so many places offering them, chemical peels are a convenient and well-loved treatment.  While chemical peels can be done at any time of the year, winter is widely considered to be the best…

We’ve all been there, drawn in by a DIY hair-bleaching TikTok or YouTube video. It’s a great, cost-effective way to change up your look at home! Often, the process looks a little easier online than when you dive in and do it yourself. If you’ve bleached your hair at home before or you’re thinking about trying it for the first time, here are a few tips and things you…

When the sun’s out and the days get longer, it’s natural to notice changes in your hair. Maybe it feels drier, looks a little lighter or seems to be growing faster. But is that last one true, or just another beauty myth?  At Xenon Academy, we hear all kinds of haircare questions — not just…

Over the past decade, skincare has become a major focus in self-care routines. It’s even become a trend! And not just for women, but for men as well. As more men enter the skincare conversation and search for their holy grail products, one common question arises: Is men’s skincare different from women’s?  The short answer?…