What’s happening at TSPA? As part of our culture, TSPA makes it a point to celebrate achievements, milestones , and “wins” with our students, staff, and guests. With the beauty industry being focused on service, we educate and encourage all to be good stewards of their fellow students, guests, and community. Take a look through our recent events and see how TSPA celebrates the lives of our students and all those we touch.
Hair Extension Futures In-demand
Did you ever wonder how celebrities manage to look different every time they appear at a new event? They hire skilled hairstylists who know how to install hair extensions. Hair extensions can add volume, length, and even a new color, making them one of the easiest ways to help a client make a dramatic transformation… Continue reading
Best Classes To Take Before Attending Cosmetology School
Working in the beauty industry goes well beyond style trends and color forecasting—there is a massive education component involved. Which classes will help me get into cosmetology or barber school? It is important to love what you do and to set yourself up for success, no doubt. While most high schools do not teach hairstyling… Continue reading
Are You A Beauty Influencer?
Use Your Cosmetology or Barbering Training to Be an Influencer Media has a significant influence on fashion and beauty. Social media is a popular tool for advertising a home business. Create a name for yourself with your new cosmetology training using online tools to show your beauty business authority. Popular beauty influencers who gain people’s… Continue reading
Black Women As Pioneers In Beauty
Octavia Spencer’s dynamic performance in the 2020 movie Self-Made opened the eyes of those who thought that the beauty industry has little room for Black or Latino women. The story of Madam C.J. Walker, who invented a line of hair care products for Black women in the early twentieth century and became the first documented… Continue reading
The Proud History of Cosmetics
Cosmetics – The History Behind it’s Impacts From Cultures To Presidential Elections Does today’s selfie culture mean we are too obsessed with our appearance? Based on history, the answer is no! Humans have always wanted to look their best and enhance their appearances. Cosmetologists are part of a noble and valued occupation. The Egyptians were… Continue reading
Men as Mavens
Men are Today’s Make-Up Mavens! Back in 1960, John F. Kennedy gave men around the world an important lesson. In the first televised presidential debate, he wore cosmetic foundation on his skin. Under the harsh studio lights, he looked vibrant and healthy compared to his pale and sweaty rival Richard Nixon, who refused to wear… Continue reading
Multicultural Beauty Training: The New Norm
Who wouldn’t love a chance to work at Gina Norris’s salon in the movie Beauty Shop? The 2005 Queen Latifah film created a world where women (and some men) spoke frankly about issues of love and sex, race and gender, and everything in-between. It was a place where a black salon owner would style the… Continue reading
Cosmetology: Much More Than Make-Up!
Defining Cosmetology Most people have the wrong idea about cosmetology. Even the dictionary is wrong! The dictionary says that cosmetology is “the art or profession of applying cosmetics.” But that couldn’t be further from the truth! The reality is that cosmetology involves so many different skills that each individual artist can define what it means… Continue reading
It’s a Beauty Revolution!
Savvy beauty industry pros know that cosmetology doesn’t have to be an in-person only job at a salon. Beauty influencers have used online technology to build beauty empires and more. Here are just a few examples: Huda Kattan is worth approximately $610 million according to Forbes magazine. Her beauty studies led her to a job… Continue reading
Busting 5 Big Myths of Online Education
It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has turned education upside down. Every day more schools move some or all of their classes online. Whether it’s called “remote learning,” “distance learning” or “eLearning,” they’re all basically the same thing – education that takes place via the Internet. Online education can include K-12 education, career education,… Continue reading
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Happy Birthday to an amazing boss lady and an even better leader! From students and staff HAPPY BIRTHDAY we wish you the best!! ❤️
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Make 2021 the year you become the beauty & wellness professional you’ve been dreaming about! Call 319.505.0402 for more info! {Financial aid may be available to those who qualify. For more information about our graduation rates, the median loan debt of students who completed the program and other information visit http://www.tspacedarfalls.com/financial-aid/}
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These students graduated from class to the student salon training area, they passed the tests to cut your hair!!! Give us a call at 319.260.9995 to schedule appointment with them!!
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** January Specials** Buy 2 products get 1 FREE!! Females, enjoy the complimentary FREE WAX with Haircut Service! & Gentlemen enjoy FREE Beard Trim with Haircut Service! Come in - we are open and walk ins are welcome or call 319.260.9995 to schedule an appointment!
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Please help me welcome these guys on their first day at TSPA!! Congratulations on taking the first step towards your future!! We are excited to have you!!
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We are back from our Christmas Break! Today we are open from 9am - 5pm. Walk ins are welcome to call 319.260.9995 to schedule an appointment ! {All services are performed by students under the supervision of licensed educators}
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Hope everyone enjoyed the Holiday's! From TSPA Happy New Year! Let's hope 2021 is better than 2020!!!
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From our Family to yours 🎄
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Shout out to Kendale Schwering on his graduation today! So proud of you and all you have accomplished to get to where you are today!!
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We would like to thank Boujee Berries and Mersim’s Kitchen on making delicious food and dessert for our Christmas lunch!! We appreciate your business!! 🎄 #SupportingLocalBusiness #Food #ChristmasLunch #Holidays
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