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Cosmetology

This guide will assist cosmetology students with techniques, styles, fundamentals, and foundations of hair, skin, face, and nail care.

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Oraganizations & Associations

The American Academy of Dermatology 

Association dedicated in advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of the skin, hair, and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care for a lifetime of healthier skin, hair, and nails

 

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) 

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) advances the professional beauty industry by providing its members with education, charitable outreach, government advocacy, events and more.

 

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) 

The nation’s largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for: Professional Liability Insurance • Education • Community • Career Support

 

Association of Cosmetology Salon Professionals 

the mission of the Association of Cosmetology Salon Professionals to build and perpetuate a membership which exists to promote and support professionalism in the Cosmetology, Esthetics and Nail Industries thereby ensuring Leadership through the highest standards of Legislative Reform, Continued Advanced Education, and changing lives through Community Service Outreach.

 

American Association of Cosmetology Schools 

AACS was founded in 1924 and has a rich history of educating and advancing millions of students into the beauty and wellness industry.

 

Day Spa Association

 

National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology

Promotes the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the professional workforce by actively pursuing excellence in cosmetology and related fields.

 

American Health & Beauty Aids Institute

 

Milady

 

American Salon

 

The Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals

The Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals is dedicated to promoting permanent makeup safety, excellence, and professional standards by providing education, certification, and industry guidelines.

 

National Latino Cosmetology Association

This association is dedicated to providing valuable resources and services to Latino beauty industry professionals and businesses.

 

International Pedicure Association

The International Pedicure Association was developed for the modern pedicurist worldwide, to help meet their needs and concerns regarding pedicures.

Websites

Modern Salon 

Modern Salon provides step-by-step education, along with creative inspiration, to help salon professionals propel their careers forward and demonstrates the products and tools that help salons serve their clients’ needs.

 

Behind The Chair 

Information, Articles, and videos on cosmetology topics

 

Free Continuing Education for Cosmetologists 

Videos, help, and tutorials from the cosmetologistlife.com website

 

Cosmetics, Skin Care and Makeup Application 

lessons, websites and more from vocational information center. some links may not work.

 

Beauty-- About.com

Current trends in beauty, hairstyles, makeup, and skin care.

 

The Skin Site

 

Beauty Launchpad

 

Professional Beauty Association

 

The Hair Archives

The Hair Archives is a website devoted to vintage hair fashion.

 

Salon Today