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    Bellus Academy

    4.1 (285 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Services - Bellus Academy

    Bridal hair services

    Blowout

    Chemical treatment

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    Haircut

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    The only thing about this place is that the students double park even with spots open.
    Cynthia G.

    I truly love this place -- the prices are unbeatable, and every student who has worked on my hair has done an amazing job. I've always left feeling satisfied and well taken care of, which is why it pains me to leave a 1-star review. Unfortunately, the parking situation is consistently frustrating and, honestly, unacceptable at this point. Students regularly double-park, blocking in paying clients even when there are clearly open spaces available. Today was especially upsetting -- I was blocked in and had to track down the student, who didn't even come out until I called out to her car. After she moved, another student immediately pulled up to double-park again. Thankfully, they let me out, but then just returned to block someone else in. It's incredibly disappointing that after all these years, this ongoing parking issue hasn't been addressed. It creates unnecessary stress for customers who are here to relax and support the students. I hope management takes this seriously and puts a system in place to fix it -- for the sake of both clients and the reputation of the school.

    My beautiful blonde hair
    Andrea D.

    Bellus Academy has great teachers and students ready to help. I went from a red hair to blonde hair and loved the work Melissa and her teacher miss Dana did on my hair. I recommend it Thank you Melissa, Miss. Danna Mr. Michigan, assistant 2 you guys were amazing.

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    Stephanie W.

    Barbie was my student nail tech and Wow is she AMAZING! Shes super kind and listens to her customers. Very gentle and also very knowledgeable. This was my first experience at Bellus Academy and I'm very impressed and will be back. Shout out to Barbie for killing the nail game ;)

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    rosa ahumada gave me the perfect cut, perfect trim and layers exact length and style i wanted, definitely will want another cut from her!

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    I went twice and got a lash lift with a tint and brow lamination the first time and then got a facial the second appointment.

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    I went to this school and I loved it. I would recommend it! Everyone is super nice and the teachers…read moreare friendly and helpful. Ms. Noemi is the best!

    I went to the school to get a student haircut, and I left more disappointed than ever…read more FAIL: The space for the haircuts was a total mess, chairs and tables all over the place, heads placed around every available space, uncleaned floors and windows--just disgusting! FAIL: When I got a student, I provided him with a clear description of what I wanted him to do (description below), yet several times he was unsure of what the simple instructions meant, so he had to call over his instructor. The sad thing is that the instructor was also fairly clueless. He keeps insisting on ignoring my instructions and doing only what he knows. My hair is naturally curly when the length is greater than 1.25 inches, yet he treated my hair like it was straight. It's appalling that students aren't properly taught the difference in curly vs. straight hair, so I'll never go back and tell everyone not to go here. FAIL: The student also decided to shorten my beard that naturally blends into my hair without asking me. I asked what he was doing without my consent and he said, "Oh, OK" Analysis: The students ARE CLEARLY NOT taught to keep their workspace clean, the difference between curly and straight hair, or that you should always ask the customer if the directions they're going in are right. My instructions: "Keep the top around ¾ to 1 inch to control the curl. Use scissors only on the sides -- don't shorten them, just remove bulk. Blend the sides into the top softly with scissors, no thinning shears."

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    3.9(899 reviews)
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    A great price if you're willing to have the service take a bit longer. I paid $23 (bring cash for a…read moretip) for a haircut, wash, and style that took an hour and 15 minutes. You sign a waiver and the cosmetology students get guidance from instructors as needed. I asked for cut suggestions and styling tips based on my hair type and they gave me some great info. My hair looks amazing! Lilli excels at haircuts! You can street park or find a nearby lot or garage. I parked in a garage at 501 A St Ste 101 and pre-paid $6.50 for 3 hours through SpotHero. It is otherwise scan to pay & park. There is also an Ace parking lot right next to the building. The space is busy with students doing haircuts and dyeing hair for clients but it is clean and welcoming. I'd definitely return for low-priced cosmetology services.

    This is a a school for Paul Mitchell. The students need people to test their skills prior to…read moregraduating. I met a young girl that is a student here and she asked if I would like to get a haircut, sure. I was staying at the Marriott and I walked here. You need to have time to come here, they ask you as well. I had 2 hours for a haircut, wash, and blow dry. The student meets with you and asks questions like your hair type, texture, what you are hoping to accomplish on your visit. And then you meet with the instructor as well. This is Paul Mitchell so they will ask if you want products. I am not a Paul Mitchell product fan, so I said no right away. I am a Redken girl. I have baby fine hair with a wavy curl. It can be a challenge to cut. I wanted long layers with a side swept bang. Cost: $16 for a haircut, wash, and style. Wow, you cannot beat that. I gave my young girl $10 tip. What a great price! Haircut: My student was newer so each cut she looked, spoke to the instructor and then cut. I am not as particular because it is hair. If a mistake is made, it will grow back, not a big deal. If you are particular this might not be the place for you. Each cut was thinking, speak to instructor, and then cut. The instructor explained the challenges of cutting my hair to my student, which I also learned some new things about my hair texture and challenges. Then the wash and blow dry. My hair is fine and using a smoothing shampoo and conditioner made it even more slick and more work to style. But my style came out great and it was bouncy and I got so many compliments. Now it has been over a month that I got the cut, my hair is growing in quite nicely.

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    I encourage anyone considering this program to ask very detailed questions and obtain written…read moreclarification about exactly what will be taught before enrolling. In my experience, I did not receive the full program that was originally described to me during enrollment. As I reached the end of my training, there were areas of the curriculum that were not provided in hands-on practice. When I asked about completing those sections, I was informed there was no time remaining and that I would need to finish the program as it was. This made the experience feel incomplete and frustrating, especially for a vocational program where practical training is essential. I recommend researching carefully, asking for specifics in writing, and making sure the program truly aligns with your expectations before making a commitment.

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