Category: Xenon
November 21, 2017
Welcome TIGI to Xenon Academy in Nebraska
At Xenon Academy we are dedicated to helping our students reach their dreams and achieve their career goals. That devotion goes beyond the emotional support and the cutting system that we have developed. It delves deeper into our rich history and passion, into the products that we use, and the systems that we teach. Because…
October 18, 2017
What is a Lash Lift?
Lash lifts are now available at Xenon Academy’s Student Spa*, but what are they and what does that mean for you? Lash lifts are fairly new, so if you don’t know what this amazing technique is, you are not alone! Invented by a Swiss permanent-makeup artists by the name of Sandra Viglino in 2016, this…
October 12, 2017
Xenon. The Man Who Founded Our School.
What is a Xenon? ”Zee-none”, “Zen-yn”… how do you say that? Who is Xenon? These are all questions we get quite frequently. It’s no wonder, it has been several years since Xenon’s revolutionary work graced the runways, magazine covers, and stages of the world. In fact, doing a google search will get you answers that…
July 27, 2017
The Pivot Point Curriculum Difference
“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…
July 20, 2017
Happy 30th Anniversary to Xenon Academy!
30 years ago the owners of the Peel’s Salon Services partnered with acclaimed stylist: Xenon. Born Peter Michael Franelli, Xenon had a passion for beauty, and it was a passion he was destined to share. Coming from a 75 year commitment to offering quality salon products and equipment, the Peel family was proud to…
May 17, 2017
The Ultimate Resume Building Guide
If you are looking to start a career in cosmetology or even thinking about becoming a barber or esthetician, then we have the ultimate resume-building guide. Read more on how to begin writing a stellar resume that can show off those skills you learned in beauty school!
October 26, 2016
STUDENT BEWARE: Scams to be Aware Of
Xenon students, please be aware of potential frauds that may be targeting you. There is a scam that is circulating the internet, specifically on Facebook. This scam usually reads: “Bye bye debt! Tell your friends who attended Xenon International Academy on Federal loans that they may be eligible for loan forgiveness!” This information is not…
October 24, 2016
Alternative Uses for Beauty Products
Did you know that there are several alternative uses for beauty products? If you’re worried about your products going to waste, you should use your leftover hairspray, nail polish remover, and other beauty buys for these purposes! Clear Nail Polish You don’t have to use your clear top coat for just your nails; you can…
Makeup Fail or Holy Grail?
Makeup is a wonderful, magical, all-knowing product. We all know that we worship makeup, it’s okay, you don’t have to deny it. Have you ever thought about how makeup came about and how it continues to evolve over time? When you think about it, makeup is really a weird concept. “Hey, let’s take this black…
October 13, 2016
Pompa-do, Pompa-don’t
One of this year’s hottest men’s hair trends has been the pompadour. A pompadour is a style that consists of short sides and a longer, poofed top (think Elvis). They can be styled in all different ways, making them perfect for almost any man (or woman!) with any face shape. Unfortunately, like any other trend,…