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    Empire Beauty School

    5.0 (5 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    1 year ago

    Very satisfied with the manicure service that Solani performed on me I would definitely come back. Solani is a very charismatic girl.

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    8 years ago

    just did a wash and set and it came out amazing... wadelyn did a great job and finally someone in apA that can handle thick hair!!!!

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    The Beauty Institute - Hats off to our incredible graduates!  Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and the journey ahead is as bright as your smiles tod

    The Beauty Institute

    3.2(20 reviews)
    29.4 mi

    Amazing experience! I received the best haircut and color of my life (and I'm over 50!) at The…read moreBeauty Institute in Allentown. I had an appointment with Sabina. Firstly, Sabina epitomizes style and beauty, which, to me was encouraging. She's European and seemed to be innately in touch with the essence of fashion and beauty. Sabina was not afraid to consult her teacher, Sheren, for her support and opinions. Sheren gave Sabina help and advice after the two of them listened carefully to what I wanted. I ended up with the best cut and color, exactly what I was hoping for. The cut can go either funky or sophisticated, and the color is perfect. I wanted a cutting edge yet elegant look, and together, Sabina and Sheren succeeded. I am so, so happy. Everyone loves it!!

    I'm sharing this review so future students know exactly what to expect and so this school has the…read moreopportunity to improve. I attended The Beauty Institute in Allentown, starting in January, and I have now completed the program after investing over $7,000 in tuition. Based on that cost, I expected a structured, professional, and hands-on learning environment. That was not my experience. A major issue throughout the program was a lack of basic supplies. Even after paying for kits, we were frequently required to bring in our own materials because the school would run out especially as class sizes increased. There were also ongoing cleanliness concerns. At one point, we went weeks without soap available at the esthetician stations to properly wash our hands, and I had to personally take soap out the public restroom so we were able to properly wash our hands. Which is unacceptable in an environment focused on skincare and sanitation. In terms of instruction, the experience was inconsistent. Ms. Jillian, my Level 2 instructor, was informative and hands-on, and I did gain value from her teaching. However, my experience with Ms. Sally in Level 3 was the opposite. She did not demonstrate services, SHE REMAINED ON HER PHONE DURING THR ENTIRE DAY. and there were multiple days with little to no teaching at all. Much of the program at that stage felt like self-teaching, often relying on YouTube rather than in-class instruction. The one time a demonstration was done for makeup, it raised concerns due to sanitation practices and lack of clear communication. When students were not satisfied, instead of addressing the feedback, Ms. Sally reportedly described the group negatively to another instructor, which did not reflect what actually happened. There were also issues with fairness and communication. I was told I had a client and then, without any notice or discussion, that client was reassigned to another student. This was never communicated to me beforehand. Situations like this contributed to an overall pattern that felt inconsistent and unfair. As more students began to speak up about concerns, there was a noticeable shift in how certain students were treated. I personally felt singled out at times, while other students who did not raise concerns appeared to receive more attention and opportunities. Job placement is presented as a benefit when enrolling, but in my experience, there was no support in that area. I was never assisted with building a resume, preparing for employment, or connected with job opportunities. Additionally, when I brought concerns to the director, Victoria, after a disagreement with Ms. Sally, the response I received felt dismissive and did not lead to any resolution. Even on my final day, the environment felt cold, unorganized, and unwelcoming. There was no sense of support or acknowledgment after completing the program, and I chose to leave rather than participate in a celebration that did not feel genuine. Another major concern is the lack of post-graduation guidance. I graduated on the 21st and have not been told how to schedule my state board exam. I have not received my affidavit, nor has anyone reached out with next steps. For a program that is supposed to prepare students for licensure and employment, this level of disorganization after graduation is extremely concerning. Overall, while I remained committed and completed the program, the lack of consistent instruction, supply shortages, sanitation issues, limited support, poor communication, and concerns about fairness made this a disappointing experience. I hope this feedback is taken seriously so that future students receive the level of education, professionalism, and support that is expected from a program at this cost.

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    Sweeten up your strands with honey baby highlights! A touch of warmth that adds a sun-kissed glow to your locks.

    The Beauty Institute - So proud of Yusur for getting her Cosmetology license early  Look out for this future Hair Stylist!⁣

    So proud of Yusur for getting her Cosmetology license early Look out for this future Hair Stylist!⁣

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    The Salon Professional Academy

    The Salon Professional Academy

    3.0(35 reviews)
    27.1 mi
    Free estimates
    Locally owned & operated

    I was weary of trying this service but it was recommended so I gave it a shot and am glad I did…read more Overall I am happy with the results. The hair cut was well worth it and I will absolutely come back for future cuts! The manicure, however, was an absolute train wreck and I'll never do it again. Big location and very clean. Welcomed immediately with friendly check in. Everyone who works there was very nice. Haircut included a wash and blow dry. Great deal for the price. The stylists are students but they're very professional and communicate throughout the whole process. The cut and layers are exactly what I wanted. Ms. Mower and Ms. Campbell are the educators today and were awesome with their student stylists. Constantly checking in to see what work is being done and checking the students techniques. Every hair cut needs to be checked by one of the educators before the cut is complete. The manicure was a total waste of time and money. They all have to learn how to do nails but the nail techs in training focus on nails whereas I had a hair stylist who was forced to do it. I have no problem with my girl and don't fault her. She was very friendly and did her best, but she's not training to be a nail tech and the result shows it. They don't cut cuticles. The nail shaping was a struggle and not done right. Nails are all uneven, not well trimmed, and are sharp on the edges. The paint is all over cuticles and bubbles throughout.

    Great facial and overall experience with Anayeli. She's professional, knowledgeable, friendly and…read moreexcellent at her pressure and techniques. I was thoroughly impressed and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an affordable facial and massage. Thank you Anayeli

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