Staff is friendly. Easy to get in and out of. Place is clean and professional. Used Dermologica…read moreproducts. Prices are half what I would pay at a spa. My girl Kylie did an amazing job!

I'm going to say this to EVERYONE reading the reviews and I really hope everyone catches this…read moreparticular review. The individuals in this cosmetology program are learning students. They entered this program to get them ready for their field of practice. That being said, they make do with what they've been taught, what they have, and still do a great job. They're in the school's lab all day a few days out of the week, super early in the morning and out pretty late in the day. Furthermore, the cost of what you so called clients are paying for these services are a very very small fraction of what you'd be paying for a professional service. You either have to know that when you agree to come in, or you're completely tone deaf. For any of you entitled assholes being rude to these students, talking down to them, or coming in with this expectation that they should bow down to you - fvck all the way off and take your nasty, smelly, funky ass somewhere else. You should be ASHAMED of yourselves coming into a place like this with your crap ego. No amount of work will fix the ugly person you are inside. These students and teachers work their asses off and deserve respect.

Julie has been an incredible director throughout my time at barber school. Even with so many…read morestudents to manage, she's always been attentive, approachable, and willing to help whenever I've had questions or needed guidance. She genuinely cares about her students and makes sure everyone has the support they need to succeed. My experience at the school has been great, and a big part of that is because of Julie's leadership and dedication. I'm grateful for everything she's done and highly recommend this school to anyone looking to start their barbering journey.

Super hostile with an overbearing 'teacher'…read more I had a scheduled facial here but left before the service started and did not proceed with the appointment. The intake process felt disorganized and unclear. There were multiple staff involved (including a supervising instructor and a student and others), but communication was indirect and not clearly explained at the start. I was asked for basic information through multiple people instead of being addressed directly, which made the check-in feel awkward and unstructured. None of this was communicated before hand. Facials are quite direct and a comfortable experience for a client. The environment felt uncoordinated and not what I expected based on the booking and messaging beforehand, so I chose to leave and forfeit the deposit.

I had such a great experience getting my lash lift done today! The service was wonderful, and I'm…read moreextremely happy with how my lashes turned out. They look beautiful, lifted, and exactly how I wanted them. The students were absolutely amazing! They were friendly, professional, attentive, and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the entire process. I was very impressed with their work and the care they put into my lashes. I'm very satisfied with my experience and will definitely be coming back. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a beautiful lash lift and great service!

Decided to come in to Master Academy for my hair cut. They had a senior discount on Tuesday. The…read morestudents covered my hair cut and blow dried. I was very happy with the service. Everybody was professional and patient. I have very course hair and they were able to do a great job on me.

Amazing staff and students! Excellent service and very professional. I arrived for my…read moreappointment and was taken back in a timely manner. Excellent products

I attended this school for their manicuring program and the experience I had was *beyond* what I…read moreimagined. The hands on learning, and daily practice alongside my classmates and teachers have definitely helped me learn and excel at the basics, while touching on trending nail designs with guest teachers and special nail art classes throughout the course. I highly recommend this school to anyone interested in entering the world of beauty. This is a great stepping stone, and excellent preparation for the state board exam. A plus is that we get Apres Gel-X certified while enrolled in the class, as this school is partnered with Apres. A1 beauty school

I had a really good experience at this nail school! The schedule is super flexible, which was a…read morehuge plus for me. Tracy is a great mentor and always supportive. I also learned a lot just from being around the other students. Everyone is so talented, and some of them are already seriously at an expert level!

Hidden "beauty" gems are getting harder to find in the San Gabriel Valley, but this place is…read moredefinitely worth checking out. My sister-in-law recently introduced my daughter and me to this beauty school, and we were both pleasantly surprised. It's a simple, clean space where student technicians provide haircuts, facials, manicures, pedicures, and other beauty services under the guidance of their instructors. The best part is that you receive great service at very reasonable prices while helping students gain hands-on experience. My sister-in-law has been coming here for her manicures and pedicures for quite some time and has always been happy with the results. During our visit, I chose a simple beige jelly manicure. The appointment was quick, and three weeks later my nails are still going strong with no signs of peeling or lifting, even though I'm typing on a keyboard all day. My daughter picked an adorable design featuring stars and the soot sprites from the movie Spirited Away, and she absolutely loved how they turned out. She was even wearing gloves in the middle of July just to protect her nails! Everyone we met was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience enjoyable from start to finish. There is also plenty of onsite and street parking, which makes visiting even more convenient. This is a fantastic way to enjoy quality mani/pedi at a great price while supporting future professionals.

I love my time at the school! Miss Lopez Esthetician teacher is the absolute most caring, loving…read moreand smartest person when it comes to skin care! She's full of so much wisdom and has enormous amount of knowledge in her craft! I learned so much from her and she continues to motivate and mentor me even after school. I'm really thankful I came here..

I had one of the most unprofessional experiences of my life at this school -- specifically due to…read moreNancy Lopez. I scheduled an appointment to get my hair braided. I arranged childcare and missed work for this appointment. When I arrived, the front desk staff (not the person who booked me) realized there had been no communication about needing to wash and blow-dry my hair before braiding. I explained that Nancy had never informed me of this, and thankfully the front desk kindly honored the original quoted price. After my hair was washed and blow-dried by Christina, we were about to start braiding when Nancy stormed in and abruptly demanded that the service stop until I paid extra for the wash and blow dry. She was loud, rude, and dismissive -- even putting her hand in my face when I tried to explain the miscommunication. She told me not to speak because she was "talking to her student, not me." She then touched my hair and began making discriminatory comments about its length and thickness, saying that it would "cost more" but refusing to give me an exact price. Instead of resolving the issue, she escalated it, argued, and ultimately instructed the student to stop the service entirely. When I asked for her supervisor, she claimed she was the boss and the supervisor, blocking any accountability -- until I insisted and was finally able to speak to the actual administrator, who was kind and understanding. This unnecessary conflict wasted 25 minutes of my appointment, leaving the students pressed for time and forcing my service to be cut down to 2 braids instead of the 4 I had booked. I want to be clear: the students and instructors were professional, kind, and compassionate throughout this. The only problem was Nancy Lopez. Her behavior was unprofessional, hostile, and completely unacceptable in an educational or customer-facing environment. I will be reporting her to the board for her conduct. If you book services here, please know the students are talented and respectful, but the administration -- at least under Nancy Lopez -- is another story.

Samara did my hair today. Gave me a redken shades color, and I really like it! Got a great wash and…read moreblow dry too! She's super sweet, and really knows her stuff! Highly recommend! Especially soon, caz she graduates in a few weeks!

Went today for the vital C facial and absolutely loved it. My service was with Elizabeth L and…read moredefinitely did not feel amateur! She was very knowledgeable and so sweet. She made me feel confident in her recommendations for services in my current skin concerns. Will absolutely be back to see her. My skin looks glowy, hydrated and brand new

Love getting my hair, skin, and nails done by the students!…read more My favorite is the facials in the skin care class but I also like getting my hair done by the cosmetology students. Next up is a pedicure by the nail students. The massages are not open to the public at this time, but if you know a student, have them bring you in for practice :)

Victory Career College in Carson offers a variety of nationally accredited career arts programs…read moreincluding: * Cosmetology (up to 1,000 clock‑hours) * Hairstylist (600 hours) * Skin Care / Esthetician (600 hours) * Nail Care (600 hours) * Massage Therapy (500‑ or 720‑hour tracks) * Cosmetology Crossover for Barbers (300 hours) Their hairstyling program is currently $1,000 off for the first ten students who sign up because it is new. They offer hybrid/distance‑learning (2 days on campus and 2 days on Zoom). Programs & Financial Aid - Programs are designed to prepare students for state licensure and include both day & evening classes - They're accredited by NACCAS, BPPE, CAMTC, and approved for Title IV (federal Pell grants and Stafford loans) - Interest‑free payment plans are also available and it's $1,000 off the tuition price if paid in full in cash at the start of the program Days/Hours: - Skin Care (Day or Evening classes) Mon & Wed* - Cosmetology (Day or Evening Classes) Tues & Thurs* - Massage Therapy (Mon-Tues-Wed 8am-4:30pm) - Hairstyling (Day Only) 10AM-4PM Mon & Wed* - Nail Care (Evening Only) 5-10PM Mon & Wed* Barber Program is currently on hiatus *The other two days are on Zoom This school feels more like a real salon/spa, complete with licensed instructors supervising student‑run clinics. Prices are much lower than commercial salons, and there's a solid sense of community and professionalism. If you're looking for hands-on, salon-style training in cosmetology, skincare, nails, or massage therapy--and financial support is important--Victory Career College is a standout local option in Carson. With flexible schedules, accredited programs, and real-world practice through supervised clinics, it's a great place to launch a career in beauty or wellness. They also started a Beauty as A Business program that teaches students how to promote their businesses on social media and have a resume class to get you prepared for the real world. The graduation and licensing rate is 95%+. And as you can see from the job board pic, there's no shortage of jobs for the students here as businesses send their openings.

Got my hair done here a few times . service was a wait as I can remember but hair was well done. I…read moregot a sew in I had to come washed, which was

I love Mendy...she is precise and a fantastic stylist. The shop is beautiful and tranquil. You feel…read morelike a VIP in the private styling rooms. Easy booking is a plus as well...a full list of her services is available on her website, MendyLemon.com. She also offers makeup classes for a really low price.

I attended the Dermaplaning class here at the InternationalDermal Institute today. Crystal was our…read moreeducator and did a fantastic job of it. She was knowledgeable and attentive in making sure we had a clear understanding and the skills to perform this service. She has a great personality and made the class fun. I have attended many classes here over my years of being an Esthetician. The facility is amazing and the education is the best in the industry. The educators are the best in the field. If you are an experienced Esthetician or just beginning in the field you will come away motivated and confident. They have schools all over the US and many other countries. The Institute and Dermalogica are leaders in the industry.

So I go to school at KC Beauty Academy and we had Melissa visit us today. First of all, she speaks…read moreto students like they don't know what they're doing and it was incredibly condescending and inappropriate. You're speaking to grown adults, please treat us like that. We are not children you can speak down to. SECONDLY! She kicked a student out after asking her a question that the student didn't agree with her on. This student didn't challenge her knowledge, didn't disrespect her, but she was confused with the answer she was given because after years of experience it contradicted what she's been told. So this student took the time to look up the information and so Melissa kicked her out of the demo. If you challenge this women she will disrupt the demo and kick you out. I've never met anyone in the professional industry with such a power trip. Awful , awful experience. I am appalled that this women would express her power in such an inappropriate way. Learn and do better, Melissa.