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Aug5

Perfecting your photo shoots

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Photo shoots are very important for hairstylists who want to take their career to the next level. So if you aspire to become a sought-after stylist in the beauty biz, you need proper preparation to perfect your photo shoots.

Organizing a successful photo shoot requires a clear vision. So always start with what you want to achieve by photographing your work. Its always a good idea to prepare a thorough plan before booking your photographer and models.

Prominent fashion photographer Babak, who has worked with many Contessa Award entrants was featured on ScissorBoy’s online cosmetology program. He along with Mickey Svircevic explained the process of how to photograph hair.

Mickey and Babak took us behind the scenes at a photo shoot and gave us some pointers on how to photograph your work! As a hairstylist, you need to make sure that you explain your objectives to your team. You can keep your storyboard in close proximity to keep everyone on track.

Another prominent stylist to be featured on ScissorBoy TV was Anna Pacitto. Anna is the Artistic Director for L’Oreal Professional Canada and she successfully manages Salon Pure in Montreal, Canada.

Anna and her team have recently won the Salon Team of the Year award during NAHA 2010.

Even Anna highlighted the importance of good preparation to make photo shoots successful. She along with her team showed us how to conduct a strategy meeting and explain each team member their roles and responsibilities during a photo shoot.

The team at Salon Pure are known to create some amazing photo shoots that have won them numerous awards. They show us how they do it in the video below.

If you are preparing for a fashion photo shoot or want more tips for a successful photo shoot, visit www.ScissorBoy.com

Image Credit: Babak

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May7

Career in hair industry begins with...

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Cosmetology education is the first step to become a better cosmetologist. This is the advice that most of the cutting edge stylists are giving to newbie stylists. If you are planning to enter into the hair and beauty industry, make sure you have the proper training in cosmetology.

There are various jobs that a person can do while working in a salon. If you have undergone cosmetology education, then you are most likely to adapt to those jobs and the challenges in a better way than your peers. One of the important steps to have a fabulous career as a hairstylist is to get your fundamentals correct and for that you need to learn the basics of cosmetology.

There are many cosmetology schools which impart training in cosmetology and also help in getting a license from the state. However, if you are a professional hairstylist, who wants to take your career to the next level, then you should concentrate on continuing cosmetology education.

If long working hours in the salon are not allowing you time to attend cosmetology classes, then why not adopt online cosmetology education. Its easy, self-paced and you can learn at your own convenience.

The Cutting Edge Hair Show is something that you should definitely check out once. It will help you in honing your skills and also provide a broad view of things work in this industry. Its a unique online cosmetology program that features cutting edge stylists from around the world who demonstrate their insider techniques.

Its a proven fact that you need to constantly update yourself and your skills to stay in this competitive industry. If you aspire to be a recognized figure like Vidal Sassoon, its important that you start taking your cosmetology classes online. They will help you in learning new trends and also give you the confidence to go out there and implement the techniques taught by the experts on your clients.

You’ll surely like it when your clients say that they are amazed by your work. So get started with online cosmetology education and learn the secrets to wow your clients. Subscribe to FREE cosmetology tutorials at www.scissorboy.com

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May4

How to become a cosmetologist

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Cosmetology education is evolving into the most opted courses for students today. The hair industry assures marvelous progression in 2010 meaning that the industry will require large number of qualified cosmetologists. National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences anticipate that employment opportunities will increase by 30 percent in 2010.

So who is called a cosmetologist and where can one gain cosmetology education?

In simple terms, a cosmetologist is an individual who performs hair-cutting, coloring, styling, manicures, pedicures, makeup, etc. either in a professional salon or as an independent consultant. One has to earn a cosmetology license to practice as a cosmetologist for which fundamental cosmetology education is essential.

Cosmetology education is primarily essential because it lays the foundation for a strong career. There are various roles that one can adopt after undergoing cosmetology education, such as Hairstylist, Manicurist, Shampooer, etc. However, it is crucial to go through primary training before deciding to specialize in a particular field.

Licensing and training requirements are separate for each of the roles mentioned above. You can check the Licensing requirements for your state by visiting the website of Beauty Schools.

As far as the educational requirements are concerned, one must have graduated from a state-licensed cosmetology school to become a licensed cosmetologist. The rules vary for different states and cosmetology courses to be studied in private beauty schools, community colleges, high schools, technical and vocational schools.

The finest way to go through training in cosmetology is by following online cosmetology education programs like The Cutting Edge Hair Show. This online TV and video education series from ScissorBoy is designed for professional hairstylists, salon owners and cosmetology students.

Subscribe to ScissorBoy’s online cosmetology education program here – www.scissorboy.com

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Apr29

Career Prospects in Cosmetology Edu...

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Cosmetology education is essential for a cosmetologist. It helps in discovering new techniques and also develops your confidence to handle challenging tasks. There are specific streams of cosmetology which a student may choose from to make it big in this industry.

After completing cosmetology education, you can find employment in a salon to get some hands-on experience. The job description of a cosmetologist may include several  designations such as hairstylist, shampooer, hairdresser, nail technician, skin care specialist, etc.

As hairstylists and cosmetologists become more experienced and  famous, they can decide to start on their own. In such a case, you can decide to open your own salon or work as a freelance stylist or as a product consultant. If you love to share your experiences with others, then you can impart cosmetology education by teaching in cosmetology schools.

There are so many professional stylists who dream for continuing cosmetology education. However, their long working hours in salon does not give them any free time to hone their skills. For such stylists, the best option to refresh their knowledge is to subscribe to online cosmetology education programs like The Cutting Edge Hair Show.

Scissorboy’s Cutting Edge Hairshow is an Online TV and video education series designed for professional hairstylists, salon owners and cosmetology students. The show features top stylists in salons all over the world who demonstrate their outstanding and cutting-edge techniques.

ScissorBoy releases a new episode every Monday spanning all topics related to the hair industry. The goal of each episode is to provide 10-15 minutes of high quality, easy to understand, step by step education and video instructions to stylists.

This year the prospects in cosmetology education are going to be huge as the hair industry is expecting a strong growth. There’s a massive demand for trained cosmetologists which will provide lot of employment opportunities.

Get ready for a successful career in the hair industry by continuing cosmetology education. Subscribe to ScissorBoy’s FREE online cosmetology program here.

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Apr2

Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2010 Ev...

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Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2010 is the largest and most prestigious international beauty trade event in Italy and possibly the world. It will take place for the 43rd time in Bologna during April 16 – April 19, 2010.

This world famous specialized exhibition was established in 1967 and since then has attracted an increasing number of visitors each year from around the world.

Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2010 will feature an incredible calendar of high-impact events, conferences, workshops, ateliers both in terms of emotions and their content. These will transversely involve all areas and targets of the show.

Check out all the events at Cosmoprof 2010

For the first time ever Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna introduces the figure of the “visionary men.” These are the “outstanding protagonist” of specific product areas in the beauty world. Their name is backed by a story of success, extensive research and study and they know how to seize any opportunity while revolutionizing the market and creating new perspectives.

The “Visionary man” that has been selected for each per product sector are:

PACKAGING AREA: JOËL DESGRIPPES

PERFUMERY AREA: CHRISTINE NAGEL

PERFUMERY AREA: ELIE PAPIERNIK

GREEN AREA: HORST M. RECHELBACHER

NAIL AREA: DEBORAH LIPPMANN

SPA&BEAUTY AREA: ANDREW GIBSON

HAIR AREA: JOHN NOLLET

UNIQUE CARRIER MAN: THIBAULT PONROY

COSMOPROF VISIONARY WOMAN: AURELIANA DE SANCTIS

If you are in the hair & beauty industry, you must attend this largest and prestigious international beauty trade event. For more information about Cosmoprof Bologna 2010, visit: www.cosmoprof.com

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