Massage, Cosmetology and Esthetics Blog » Student Life Portal http://www.blue.edu/blog Just another WordPress weblog Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:22:10 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 Up Do’s and Do Not’s http://www.blue.edu/blog/up-dos-and-do-nots.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/up-dos-and-do-nots.html#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:54:35 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=425 It is that time of year again. Time to cut a rug with the Mystic Stripers! Or catch some throws at the Polka Dot parade. Mardi Gras is one of our favorite times of year here at Blue Cliff. We get to practice our up do’s and do nots. Check out this beautiful braided twist courtesy of our very own Delores King and modeled by the lovely student instructor Lucy Davidson. We love getting the masked marauders ready for their special nights. Need your hair and makeup done for the ball, call us at 251-473-2220 to schedule your appointment. Love hair and makeup?  Call us to schedule a tour and start on the path towards your  rewarding and lucrative career in spa services and/or beauty. P.S. Click on the specials link for an amazing offer on our Mardi Gras package! An up do, a pedicure, flare eyelashes, & professional make up application all for just $35.00

]]> http://www.blue.edu/blog/up-dos-and-do-nots.html/feed 0 Thanks for your Patronage! http://www.blue.edu/blog/thanks-for-your-patronage.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/thanks-for-your-patronage.html#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:16:07 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=388 We would like to take this time to thank all of our wonderful clients for their continued patronage. Our Christmas gift certificate sales were great. We look forward to seeing everyone who received and gave Blue Cliff gift certificates in our student clinics. By purchasing these gift certificates and supporting our clinics you are helping train the spa and salon professionals of tomorrow. We would also like to take this oppurtunity to recognize a particular client who won our Holiday Gift Basket giveaway, Mr Tom Amick.
He won our amazing gift basket that included a Chi flat iron, a Farouk and Biosilk gift set, Jane Iredale make-up and products from OPI. The lady in his life should enjoy the goodies inside.

]]> http://www.blue.edu/blog/thanks-for-your-patronage.html/feed 0 Change http://www.blue.edu/blog/change.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/change.html#comments Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:37:15 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=373 Albert Einstein said, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Do you feel like your on a hamster wheel running as fast as you possibly can and you are getting nowhere? Maybe it’s time for a change.

Stop by and see us here at Blue Cliff Career College, Mobile’s Premier School for Spa Services, and let us show you how to vacate the hamster wheel and start moving towards a career in a field that you love! Call today (251-510-5179) to schedule an appointment to tour the school or lavish your self with our amazing services.

]]> http://www.blue.edu/blog/change.html/feed 0 “I have the greatest job in the world” http://www.blue.edu/blog/i-have-the-greatest-job-in-the-world.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/i-have-the-greatest-job-in-the-world.html#comments Thu, 26 May 2011 22:34:10 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=341 Recently one of our graduates posted to Facebook that she had the greatest job in the world. This is the type of testimonial we love to see. But here at Blue Cliff we feel like we have the best job in the world training our students to be the best. Kudos to Lynne for landing an amazing job with Regis Hair Salons! And thanks to Gennifer Pearman and our other amazing cosmetology instructors for mentoring and helping Lynne realize her potential!

Do you love what you do? Do you want to exclaim to everyone “I have the greatest job in the world”? Do what you love and love what you do. We can help join Team Blue!

]]> http://www.blue.edu/blog/i-have-the-greatest-job-in-the-world.html/feed 0 What I like about Blue II http://www.blue.edu/blog/what-i-like-about-blue-ii.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/what-i-like-about-blue-ii.html#comments Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:12:22 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=319 Our students were asked in a door prize registration,”What do you like best about Blue Cliff Career College?” Their responses were so awesome we wanted to share them!

Cosmetology

Lillie W. said, “The wonderful staff and students.”

Ermise M. said, “The learning environment. Being able to feel comfortable learning. And Mrs Penni!”

Jacqueline W. wrote, “Mr. Dean and all the other instructors.”

Robert C. wrote, “I really don’t have a favorite. I love everything.”

Esthetics

Whitney B. wrote, “The Administration :) ”

Melissa M. wrote, “Everybody is so nice. They help you if they can and they make you feel like family, not just students.”

Jessica T. wrote, “The people! I can be myself here and everyone excepts me. Thanks ya’ll. Everyone is awesome.”

Courtney P wrote, “I like the class size, that it is not huge. And all of the instructors are great.”

Massage Therapy

Kelsea T. wrote, “The staff is amazing! I love knowing they are really here for us!”

Dallas W. wrote, “My instructors are the best people that I have ever met. They believe in me!”

Shauntelle M. wrote, “It’s a family type environment! I am learning so much!”

Tara B. wrote, “The learning opportunities and the friends I have made’”

Would you like to join the fun? Blue Cliff Career College specializes in spa services training. Classes are starting soon, call 251-473-2220 to schedule a tour today.

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“What do you like best about Blue Cliff Career College?”

The three door prize winners and their answers were; Dana Austin, from Esthetics night class wrote, “Provides a great education. Great teachers and fun people to be around. I couldn’t ask for a better place.” Melony Shiveley, from our brand new Massage Therapy day class wrote, “Everyone is so very friendly, I am completely comfortable.”
And Amanda Parker, from Cosmetology day class summed it up by saying, “What’s not to like!”.

The students were encouraged to eat, drink, and relax while watching Lilo and Stitch. Luau punch, fruit salad, and sandwiches were served. Everyone had an amazing time.

So are you interested in the fields of Massage Therapy, Cosmetology, or Esthetics? Do you enjoy great people? Then Blue Cliff is the place for you, call 251-473-2220 to set an appointment to tour our amazing facility.

]]> http://www.blue.edu/blog/what-i-like-about-blue-cliff.html/feed 0 Hair Raising Hair Show http://www.blue.edu/blog/hair-raising-hair-show.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/hair-raising-hair-show.html#comments Tue, 16 Nov 2010 17:04:44 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=235 Class 1009CD

Class 1009CD

Class 1009 Cosmetology Day out did themselves at their hair show.

Amanda's Look

Amanda's Romantic Look

They shined with originality and style. They worked hard to apply all of the information they learned in their first four weeks in Boot Camp to the mannequin. They also applied some God given talent and the results were phenomenal.

Our winners included Mirah Carpenter, with her flawlessly applied green extensions and the addition of a peacock feather.

Mirah's Look

Mirah's Perfect Peacock Look

Jaime Godwin rocked our socks off with a cut that had senior students (who were actually peaking at the show) exclaim, “Thats’ an awesome cut!”.

Jenna's Look

Jenna's Club Ready Look

Jenna Rameris added purple extensions to super straight twists for a club ready look to die for. Amanda Parker skillfully twisted and sculpted a butterfly to compliment  a divine evening look.

Jaime's Look

Jaime's Awesome Cut

We had everything from a cupcake look, a faux-hawk, to romantic evening looks. It was a blast to see what everyone came up with. The creativity in this group is awesome. Do you have style to spare? Call us and make an appointment to see how we can help you harness your potential 251-473-2220.

]]> http://www.blue.edu/blog/hair-raising-hair-show.html/feed 0 Benefits of Exfoliants, Toners, and Moisturizers http://www.blue.edu/blog/benefits-of-exfoliants-toners-and-moisturizers.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/benefits-of-exfoliants-toners-and-moisturizers.html#comments Mon, 15 Nov 2010 14:02:43 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=221

Exfoliants Benefits:

Removing dead epidermal cells benefits the skin in many ways:

  • Skin texture is smoother and softer.
  • Follicle openings are cleaner.
  • Deep pore cleansing and extraction are easier.
  • The cell turnover rate is increased, bringing new cells to the surface more rapidly.
  • The skin’s ability to retain moisture and lipids is improved.
  • Product penetration is improved, and delivery of ingredients into the epidermis is more effective.
  • Blood flow and circulation are stimulated.
  • Makeup apllication is smoother and more even.

Exfoliation is beneficial for the following conditions:

  • Oily, clogged skin with blackheads, whiteheads, and minor acne breakouts
  • Dry or dehydrated skin with cell buildup, flaking, and a tight, dry surface
  • Dull, lifeless-looking skin (this skin condition actually has a tremendous buildup of dead cells that produce a slight gray color on the surface)

Mask Benefits:

Masks and packs provide many benefits for the skin. Depending on their ingredients, they can do the following:

  • Tighten and tone the skin
  • Draw impurities out of the pores
  • Clear up blemishes
  • Hydrate
  • Nourish
  • Calm and soothe
  • Rejuvenate the skin
  • Brighten the complextion

Moisturizer Benefits:

The following are some benefits of using moisturizers and hydrators:

  • Protecting skin from the elements
  • Nourishing skin through ingredients
  • Balancing oil-water content of skin
  • Treating various skin conditions such as redness, aging, or dryness
Brittany Brown

Brittany Brown

Information Courtesy Brittany Brown of Esthetics night class.

Sound interesting? Do you enjoy making people look and feel better about their appearance? Then maybe Esthetics is for you! Call us for a tour of our facility 251-473-2220. Check back for more of what’s happening in Esthetics!

]]> http://www.blue.edu/blog/benefits-of-exfoliants-toners-and-moisturizers.html/feed 1 Esthetics, It’s More Than Just Make-Up http://www.blue.edu/blog/esthetics-its-more-than-just-make-up.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/esthetics-its-more-than-just-make-up.html#comments Fri, 12 Nov 2010 19:54:50 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=212 Hopefully we have peaked your interest about the limitless possibilities of a career as an Esthetician. We can assure you, it’s not just spa services. You can work in dermatologists offices, cruise ships, resorts, or even for a plastic surgeon. Here is a sample what’s going on in class courtesy of our Esthetics students.

Jessica Thompson

Jessica Thompson

Contraindications for skin treatments.

1) Use of Accutane or any skin-thinning or exfoliating drug, including Retin-A, Renova, Tazorac, Differin, and so on.  Avoid waxing, any exfoliation or peeling treatment, or stimulating treatments.
2) Pregnancy- The client should not have any electrical treatments, or any questionable treatment, without her physician’s written permission.  Some pregnant clients also experience sensitivities from waxing.
3) Metal bones pins or plates in the body.  Avoid all electrical treatments.
4) Pacemakers of heart irregularities.  Avoid all electrical treatments.
5) Allergies.  Any allergic substances listed should be strictly avoided.  Clients with multipule allergies should use frangrance free products designed for sensitive skin.
6) Seizures or epilepsy.  Avoid all electrical and light treatments.
7) Use of oral steriods like prednisone.  Avoid any stimulating or exfoliating treatment, or waxing.
8 ) Autoimmune diseases such as lupus.  Avoid and harsh or stimulating treatments.
9) Diabetes.  Be aware the due to their poor blood circultaion, many diabetic heal very slowly and may not readily feel pain, especially in the feet.  If you are in doubt, get approval from the client’s physician before treatment.
10) Blood thinners.  No extraction or waxing.

Sound interesting? Do you enjoy making people look and feel better about their appearance? Then maybe Esthetics is for you! Call us for a tour of our facility 251-473-2220. Check back on Monday for more of what’s happening in Esthetics!

]]> http://www.blue.edu/blog/esthetics-its-more-than-just-make-up.html/feed 2 Boot Camp and Camp Aegis http://www.blue.edu/blog/boot-camp-and-camp-aegis.html http://www.blue.edu/blog/boot-camp-and-camp-aegis.html#comments Wed, 10 Nov 2010 21:50:05 +0000 sbosarge http://www.blue.edu/blog/?p=200 Cosmetology’s Boot Camp and Esthetics’s Camp Aegis day class graduated today. That means these students are eight weeks into their training and have learned the basics. Starting this Saturday they will be willing and able to assist clients with their skin care, hair, and beauty needs. So we would like to congratulate these students and we are eager to see the creativity that these individuals are certain to bestow on Blue Cliff and our clients.


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