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Sherri Jessee: My First Chair
It began in mountainous Bristol, Virginia, where Sherri Jessee grew up. “I was eleven years old when I started cutting my own hair—I really wanted to have Farrah Fawcett’s feathered hair and going to the salon was just something we didn’t do back then,” Jessee says. “So, I cut off an inch at a time, hoping my parents wouldn’t notice, and slowly began cutting in the layers.” Around the same time, after a “traumatizing” trip to the barbershop with her father, Jessee became the personal stylist for her younger sister, Karen (who now works with her as her salon manager).
Michael Shaun Corby: My First Chair
As a renowned international platform artist, styling and cutting genius and Hollywood insider, Michael Shaun Corby raises the bar on innovation daily at Alterna Professional Haircare, where he is the Global Creative Director. Prior to joining Alterna, Corby has created fabulous hair that has graced TV, chart-topping music videos, and A-list films. Corby trained under top stylists José Eber and Umberto of Beverly Hills, learning the techniques he would later take to the next level and offer to Alterna salons around the world through his state-of-the-art educational programs.
Faatemah Ampey: My First Chair
Whether she’s behind the scenes at a runway show, in front of the camera on Shear Genius 3 or behind the chair doing freelance editorial hair, Faatemah Ampey has star power. Although she was born in Greenville, Mississppi, Ampey calls Minnesota home. Her parents moved the family to Minnesota at the age of five where, growing up, she always imagined she’d become a doctor or writer. Yet, her mother saw something different in Ampey, even at an early age she expressed an interest in art, writing and self expression.
Beth Minardi: My First Chair
As a beginner in the industry, no doubt you’ve experienced a time where you felt unsure of yourself, uncertain of your talent and capabilities in the salon—what if I’m not good enough? What if I mess up? What if they leave unhappy? The truth is, every successful stylist has experienced the fear, the uncertainty and the anxiety. Even the most successful stylists had challenges in cosmetology school, felt the anxiety of servicing their first client, and felt the fear when applying for their first salon job. But they persevered through the challenges. As we often hear, ‘Success is a journey, not a destination’—this expression holds true as we talk to some the industry’s finest about their challenges, their successes and their first salon jobs.
Passport to Pakistan
Across the globe beauty is defined differently by various cultures How beauty is taught in international cosmetology schools is very different as well! We talk to Sana Verho, business development manager for Pivot Point Pakistan, about what it’s like to be a beauty school student in a country bordered by China, India and Afghanistan.
Beauty Changes Lives
The American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) is a network of more than 900 schools dedicated to providing excellence in beauty education, and to champion a message of “Beauty Changes Lives.” Discover how beauty changed the lives of Gill-Tech Academy of Hair Design owner Sheryl Bruemmer, school director Sandra Wagner and a young woman from Ukraine, and how their Dream Project is helping to change the lives of others.
Rising Stars 2011 Photo Makeover Competition
Cosmetologists Chicago (CC) and its more than 8,000 salon professional members, enthusiastically invites all cosmetology students to participate in Rising Stars 2011 Hair, Make-up and Fashion Photo Competition JUST FOR STUDENTS!
2011 Emiliani Student Competition Winners Announced
At the New Jersey Convention and Expo Center in Edison, NJ, Emiliani hosted it's Education Rocks Beauty Expo! The expo featured 2,400 Educational Classroom opportunities, along with a Student Competition on Monday, October 11th. Read on for the winners!
Legendary Entertainers Partner with Paul Mitchell Schools
Betty White, Dolly Parton and Fran Drescher partner with Paul Mitchell beauty schools.
Achieving the Perfect Eyebrow
Every face shape requires a customized eyebrow to soften, balance or heighten facial features. Follow these general guidelines to achieve a well-arched eyebrow for your client.
Interviewing 101: Make a Lasting Impression
So you’ve got an interview coming up, but you feel unprepared. You’re not sure what to wear, say or bring with you. Have no worries because FIRST CHAIR is going to tell you everything you need to know on getting prepared, shining in your interview and scoring the job of your dreams!
Jatai's Education Portal: A Razor Cutting Resource
Want to expand your razor cutting knowledge? Visit Jatai's new Education Portal, which offers tips and tricks you can use with a razor!
5 Tips on Graduating from Cosmetology School
Graduating soon and hoping to have a long and successful career in the beauty industry? Here are some tips from top educators.
How To Talk About Cheating
Hesitant to broach sensitive subjects with your clients? Never feel tongue-tied again! Use expert tips from our comprehensive guide to talk to clients with professional confidence.
How To Talk About Mistakes
No one likes to talk about it—but it happens! Whether it’s a cut gone awry, an all-wrong texture treatment or a minor spa snafu, our experts agree the best way to handle a mistake is to just own up to it.
How Nick Arrojo Made It Big!
Nick Arrojo began his career in beauty at Vidal Sassoon in his hometown of Manchester, England, and, after completing the company’s training program at 21, was appointed their youngest-ever assistant creative director.
Finding Your Dream Flatiron
It’s worth finding a good flatiron, because let’s face it they can either make or break your client’s style. Understand the technology behind the trends in tools with our quick guide to types of irons and proper heat options.