Category: Xenon

Xenon Academy in Denver believes in paying it forward. Every 8 weeks we team up with St. Francis center in Denver and do haircuts for the homeless. St. Francis is a center that provides food, showers and counseling for the homeless in Denver. Our students are always willing to give their time and talents to…

A Graduates Real life salon experience Katelyn Robinson was always a favorite among our guests. Katelyn’s skill and compassion made her stand out as a student, with all the clients but especially our more mature clients. When I approached Katelyn about sharing a pleasant experience that she has had in the salon so far, I…

Change is in the air at Xenon! We’re always striving to provide better services for our clients and the best education for our students.  This time of year, especially, our ears are pressed to the ground, trying to pick up any ideas to make Xenon the best it can be in the coming year.  We…

At Xenon Academy we look ahead and help our students build the skills they need that could help them build a career. Part of that goes into business skills and experience that directly relates to their dreams. Here are some stories of our work, and of our students success. How is Xenon preparing you for…

The United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, predicts that we will see a significant growth in the number of “personal appearance workers” Between 2006 and 2016.  The growth in beauty industry jobs is expected to increase by 14%. While other jobs are being eliminated, technology and the use of social media are…

Student loans can be an essential cornerstone in reaching your dreams. If you find yourself blocked from a career in beauty due to financial difficulties, federal financial aid* could be just what you need to turn your dreams into reality. At Xenon Academy, we are proud to offer financial aid to those who qualify to…

Short Pixie cuts are back in style. Teens and young adults are busier than ever. With school just around the corner many of them have opted for a shorter easier style that requires much less time and effort. Here are some things to keep in mind if you are thinking about a short style. Face…

The extra time we spend outside between the months of April and October are great for getting the essential vitamin D that our body needs, but exposes our hair to additional UV rays, wind, salt and chlorine. For most of us the option of covering our heads whenever we are in the sun is not…

As we all know summer is here. With all the heat and humidity it is tough to accomplish a fresh made up face. We esthetic students, here at Xenon, suggest using a light foundation such as crème to powder or powder foundation. Applying these foundations help to get a clean, luminous finish. Then, add a…

With summer just around the corner we have a few tips and tricks to help your hair and makeup look its very best! Casual Easy Summer Hair Styles Summer is a very fun and busy time for most people. Time is simply something there is not always enough of. Even when a person is busy…