Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Using Styling Cream
I used the styling cream I got from the contest. It's heavy consistency but works well. Takes long time to blow dry & roller set. Not many complaints for free stuff. Counting down on required hairstyles.
Monday, September 17, 2012
Astrological Theme Contest
On Saturday, we had a "competition". The theme was astrological, in honor of the passing of Neil Armstrong and the 3rd quarter contest. Not many students entered the contest which also included Nail Art & Mannequin hairstyling. Styles where to be anything themed outer space or anything related to space in general.
All mannequins were due by 9am on Saturday, good way to get everyone on time to school.
I think more advertisement could have been done in order to get more student participation.
Posters or flyer's posted around the school. I really wanted to see dolls by those who did not participate.
My doll was from the theme of Star Trek. My style incorporated several styling techniques. Besides she works on the "Enterprise". I did have a personal favorite, the Galaxy of Planets doll.
Customers were asked to vote for their favorite doll. After several ties a selection finally made the cut. There was a 1st & 2nd place and everyone else receive something for participation. Only one student entered in the Nail competition. Perhaps, because we only have 2 nail techs in training now.
Me myself not too skilled in the nail area. I can do a good manicure. ;)
Those who tackled the competition:
All mannequins were due by 9am on Saturday, good way to get everyone on time to school.
I think more advertisement could have been done in order to get more student participation.
Posters or flyer's posted around the school. I really wanted to see dolls by those who did not participate.
My doll was from the theme of Star Trek. My style incorporated several styling techniques. Besides she works on the "Enterprise". I did have a personal favorite, the Galaxy of Planets doll.
Customers were asked to vote for their favorite doll. After several ties a selection finally made the cut. There was a 1st & 2nd place and everyone else receive something for participation. Only one student entered in the Nail competition. Perhaps, because we only have 2 nail techs in training now.
Me myself not too skilled in the nail area. I can do a good manicure. ;)
The winners are:
1st Place Moon Doll (Taylor)
2nd Place Astronaut Doll (Anna)
And the Nail Art winner, the only entry was Nails by Apple! She did such a great job.
I'm looking forward to the next quarterly contest. My personal job to spread the word!
Let's get the excitement going. (I'm thinking of hair designs now.)
Always open to ideas and or comments!
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Bonner Bros
I have all of the brochures and printed material for the up coming Bronner Bros. Hair Show!
Yes I'm going, & can't wait. This one offers so many FREE classes, it's crazy. I'm grateful to have secured a student ticket. This all takes place the last weekend of Sept. 30 - Oct. 2nd in Arlington TX at the Arlington Convention Center.
More on this later................
Yes I'm going, & can't wait. This one offers so many FREE classes, it's crazy. I'm grateful to have secured a student ticket. This all takes place the last weekend of Sept. 30 - Oct. 2nd in Arlington TX at the Arlington Convention Center.
More on this later................
If you are undecided about going, rethink and go the brochure is packed with classes and did I mention it's free. There is also a student showcase for display "wearable" hairstyling on your mannequin.
Shear Selection is Important
Instead of theory class, we had a presentation.! A representative from Icon Shears gave us an educational class on shears. (Spencer)
We also had the opportunity to purchase them at an discounted price.
The representative was entertaining as well as giving us lots of info on shears, how to select them, what to look for, how to select your correct size and what questions to ask when you are going to purchase shears.
Before you purchase a new set of shears be sure to ask the following questions or look for these things when checking out the display case:
Where does the stainless steal come from? (best is from Japan or Germany)
Are these shears 420c or 440c? (number determines how often you will have to sharpen) The "c" stands for Carbon.
If you are left or right handed, do you know how to determine the which is which? Remember that the "screw" needs to be facing you when working. (So be sure to pay attention of the display)
To check if your shears need sharpening: Run your thumbnail across the blade, gliding it across the blade.
420c will need to be sharpened once every six months!
440c will need to be sharpened once a year!
YOUR SHEARS MUST BE SHARP, PERIOD!
No shears have the ability to sharpen themselves.
Dull blades on shears can cause snagging of the hair, bending/folding, they will also cause the hair to bunch when cutting. Proper care is so important.
Other interesting things to note the names of the shears parts: Pinkie Tang. Finger Ring, Bumper, Tension Ring & of course the Blades.
Important to remember: The tension needs to be checked after each service! I had no idea.
Close - Open - Drop
Oil Shears once a week @ the pivot point, do not let oil run down your blades.
Wipe the pivot point, not your blades.
To select your proper size of shears remember size does matter!
5.5 to 6 are for most people
Tip should not extend over your middle finger.
Also I did not KNOW there are SPECIALITY SHEARS. I have lots to think about now. Next time I attend a Hair Show or decide to purchase shears, I will use these guidelines.
These are a few of the pictures that I took of the shears, 3 rings, slanted finger ring shears, & shears that swivel! A technique I want to learn.
We also had the opportunity to purchase them at an discounted price.
The representative was entertaining as well as giving us lots of info on shears, how to select them, what to look for, how to select your correct size and what questions to ask when you are going to purchase shears.
Before you purchase a new set of shears be sure to ask the following questions or look for these things when checking out the display case:
Where does the stainless steal come from? (best is from Japan or Germany)
Are these shears 420c or 440c? (number determines how often you will have to sharpen) The "c" stands for Carbon.
If you are left or right handed, do you know how to determine the which is which? Remember that the "screw" needs to be facing you when working. (So be sure to pay attention of the display)
To check if your shears need sharpening: Run your thumbnail across the blade, gliding it across the blade.
420c will need to be sharpened once every six months!
440c will need to be sharpened once a year!
YOUR SHEARS MUST BE SHARP, PERIOD!
No shears have the ability to sharpen themselves.
Dull blades on shears can cause snagging of the hair, bending/folding, they will also cause the hair to bunch when cutting. Proper care is so important.
Other interesting things to note the names of the shears parts: Pinkie Tang. Finger Ring, Bumper, Tension Ring & of course the Blades.
Important to remember: The tension needs to be checked after each service! I had no idea.
Close - Open - Drop
Oil Shears once a week @ the pivot point, do not let oil run down your blades.
Wipe the pivot point, not your blades.
To select your proper size of shears remember size does matter!
5.5 to 6 are for most people
Tip should not extend over your middle finger.
Also I did not KNOW there are SPECIALITY SHEARS. I have lots to think about now. Next time I attend a Hair Show or decide to purchase shears, I will use these guidelines.
These are a few of the pictures that I took of the shears, 3 rings, slanted finger ring shears, & shears that swivel! A technique I want to learn.
"The Stylist makes the Shears, the Shears does not make the Stylist"
*All from my presentation notes with additions*
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Astrological Contest
It's this Saturday.....time is ticking away! I've been searching on line images of futuristic hair styles. We can do hair, nails & makeup. Looks like one of my mannequin's will get a new makeover. ;)
Gel Nails
Did my first gel nails yesterday. It's not too difficult. The steps are on the OPI instruction sheet. This is not the polish in a bottle w/brush. Our school uses the jar dip the brush(paint on).
I need to gel more practice doing the sculpts & gel nails. Yuck. Not a "doing nail set fan" ;(
I did not know there are things in beauty school, I won't like. *sigh*
I need to gel more practice doing the sculpts & gel nails. Yuck. Not a "doing nail set fan" ;(
I did not know there are things in beauty school, I won't like. *sigh*
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Vacation is Over!
Vacation🌴 is officially over. Back to theory & customers! Looking forward to getting my monthly report.
Countdown to 1500! 😃
Countdown to 1500! 😃
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