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Find Advanced Salon Education for Every Skill Level

The Ulta Academy delivers hands-on education to help professionals grow their business at every stage of their careers.

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Artist to Artist Education Drives Salon Careers at Ulta Beauty

At the heart of everything positive happening for stylists, skin therapists, makeup artists and brow experts at the Salon at Ulta Beauty’s 1,200 locations nationwide is the company’s commitment to education and salon services.

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Yes, Instagram is awesome but a Yelp Business Page is also an amazing way to build your business.

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Are You Good or Just Licensed?

Your license is just your ticket to the game. How you play determines your success.

10 Reasons to Make a Smart Salon Career Move

Job benefits, career growth, flexibility, up to 70% commission and customized hands-on classes in hair color, blow dry, extensions, hair styling, texture, skin care, business building, consultation and more—explore all the reasons stylists and estheticians are switching to the Salon at Ulta Beauty.

Come Grow with Us! Q&A with Nick Stenson and Ammon Carver

Hair stylists and estheticians can find great salon career opportunities and financial growth powered by a new program focused on hands-on education in hair styling, hair color, extensions, texture services, men’s looks, skin care treatments, cosmetics and other salon services, along with competitive benefits like health insurance, 401k, paid time off and much more! Get the INSIDE LOOK at the Salon at Ulta Beauty, and learn more from salon industry leaders Nick Stenson and Ammon Carver and team.

Do You Remember Your Best Day at Work?

Hopefully you’re one of the lucky ones for whom a day at work feels like anything but. For you, work is full of laughter and fun, in a place that gives you confidence and makes you feel like part of a winning team. Recently, Sport Clips asked its associates to share the stories of their #sportsclipsbestday. From touching to life-changing, Sport Clips stylists are having the times of their lives! Meet them and have a peek at some of their best stories!

#IBELONG In Beauty: Discover Solo Artist Freedom with Salon Support

Eric Jeter rented a salon studio for two and a half years until he realized he missed the camaraderie of other stylists. Lauren Correll joined a JCPenney Salon right out of cosmetology school, and now, as a salon manager, brings her enthusiasm for the company and the profession to her team. Both agree they wouldn’t change the unique combination of independence, teamwork, opportunity and family spirit the company offers for anything.

Tool Upgrade: As You Transition from Student to Professional You Will Need to Invest in Tools

As you transition from student to professional you will need to upgrade your tools. Thermal tools and shears can be the most expensive investments. Take care in choosing the best options and protecting them to increase longevity.