My nail gal has the most amazing eyelashes. We were chatting about lashes and she told me that she…read moregets hers lifted and tinted by Laura at PR. I reached out to Laura to try a lift and tint and wow. What a time to be alive. The service took a while because the girl who did my lashes was still learning and Laura came to check her work but it was amazing. My lashes looked like they had natural extensions and mascara on them for like 3 months. The second time I went, I was talking to Laura about my eyebrows. She recommended waxing and tinting them. I was definitely into tinting them but I was nervous about waxing because I have naturally thin eyebrows already. Laura assured me that they would look fuller and thicker when she was done. Again, I was nervous but trusted her and damn. I don't know what type of witchcraft that was but amazing. I have shared my amazing lash and brow experience with friends who now see Laura and she is so great with referral discounts which I really appreciate. Overall, just a huge fan. I love having great hair, skin, and nail techs who I can trust and who take care of their clients!

I saw Susanna, she was wonderful and personable! My hair was dry and slightly brassy from previous…read morehighlights. She made my hair look super healthy and the color is perfect for fall.

Super friendly staff and great programs! They are so good with working with your schedule and they…read moremake sure you understand everything you need to know to succeed in your career! Highly recommend!

While in school, commuting from Maryland, my daughter OFTEN drove all the way to school to find out…read more15 minutes before class started that it was cancelled. New teachers came in and out and even the graduation was pure chaos and disorganization. What broke the camel's back for us is this - Upon our first tour with our daughter, we made it very clear that she lived in Maryland, will take the exam in Maryland and will work in Maryland. "Will her courses from this Virginia school apply to Maryland State Board?" We were told yes multiple times. Now that she is done with the basic and masters, we then find out, "well no, you have to take it in Virginia and then transfer it to Maryland"... that's not what you said. We got approval for her to take the exam in Maryland just for her to find out only 5 questions applied to her learning. When she asked her teacher, why it was so different, she said "well I don't teach to the Maryland exam". We have since run into several Marylanders that were told the same thing. Why LIE? Not omit... LIE. Now my daughter has to go throw a series of hoops that wouldn't have applied to her if they did the right thing to begin with. I cannot wait until she is done with this school. I plan on telling every soul that asks, do NOT register for AVI. Please, please do not.

Found this place through Groupon's $35 Corrective Facial deal. Their regular price is $45 and they…read morehave a stamp card where after 5 facials you get one free (which they didn't give me the first time I went, mind you). Price wise, it's unbeatable in this area. As far as what the price gets you...well a student edition that's slower and therefore abridged. There's a lot they simply don't have time for as the student tries to rush through everything in about 45minutes. The first time takes longer as there's a review of your intake forms, and a discussion on what products to use during this facial. After cleansing, an instructor comes in to check your skin and advise the student on what to do and what products to use. I found this process useful for determining what products I should and should not use. I came back and scheduled with the same student just to get an idea of how much my skin might've improved after following the instructors advice. Very useful. They student double cleanses while streaming your skin. There's always makeup removal even though I've tried telling them I have permanent makeup and no additional makeup on. I really wished they would add this to their chart so we can just skip all this "makeup removal" when no makeup is worn. Anyway, after double cleansing there's an inspection, in my case exfoliation, a mask, and then some treatment as necessary. I assume not everyone has the same treatment as we have different issues to address. Overall the rooms and tables are comfortable. They play pleasant music. It's meant to be a relaxing spa experience. However, as they don't have any lymphatic massage included, or bring any of the facial down to your neck/chest, it really feels a little j complete. There's also not been any extraction even though estheticians usually would extract.

I'm so happy I discovered esthetic Institute through groupon. Now I've been here over 8 times and…read moreI've been working with one particular student for a few months now. Her level of knowledge with problem/acne skin has impressed me. As someone who has tried almost everything in the industry and visited countless dermatologists for years to treat my face, I've never been treated with such great attention to my skin and such a personalized action plan. She has been working to lighten my hyperpigmentation and I already see great improvement. I've done regular facials, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion. Now that my hyperpigmentation has been improving, I hopped over to their location next door (the Esthetic Laser Clinic, not to be confused with Esthetic Institute-where the students are) and got microneedling (Skinpen) done. I am excited to see the results. The Esthetic Laser clinic is the real deal and it is not done by students. Pricing for the Esthetic Institute is wonderful, especially for this area where everything seems to be on the higher end. I'm sad to be moving from the area soon but I know that anytime I'm back in town, a trip to the esthetic Institute will be on my list!

Best rates for students, also you get your course in Spanish, best in the area!…read more Also the teacher are very professional and let you practice with the client from the begining

Did a haircut and was very happy with the service. Very professional and pleasant staff! 100%…read morerecommend to all friends.

I had a facial with Zahra and she's very knowledgeable, patient and kind. I don't usually trust new…read morepeople with my skin but you are in very good hands with her

Amazing service from truly talented students! The atmosphere is calming and relaxing, and my face…read morelooks incredible after my ultrasonic facial. I've received private services at other establishments, but DSI continues to stand out -- I've been coming here for over 10 years, and the students always cease to impress me. Give them a try -- you won't be disappointed!

I absolutely love this space for self care on a budget. The students are extremely friendly and do…read morea very good job with my facials. I get a facial almost every month here and every time I leave feeling pampered and my skin glowing. It's super easy to get appointments and the facial spaces have all the privacy and relaxation you need. I've been to other student clinics for facials and they don't offer the same kind of privacy. Here, It feels like I'm in a real salon paying hundreds of dollars for the privacy, aromatherapy, massage with facial, and the vibe. I will also try out other services at Aveda in the near future!

Can you IMAGINE, it's been 34 years since I had my hands in my daughter's hair. My daughter…read morestarted going to the hair salon at 9 years old; 34 years ago. ‍ Can you IMAGINE me taking down my granddaughter's braids on yesterday, with the anticipation of her having a hair appointment at this Beauty School. Can you FURTHER IMAGINE the absolute horror of the Beauty School calling you to tell you that the stylist didn't come in today and they need to reschedule your appointment to Monday or Wednesday of next week?? Well, that's what Aveda just did!! An ENTIRE SCHOOL and you only have one stylist that can do what I needed done (wash, deep conditioning and leaving her natural hair as is)! In the corporate world, this would be considered a "Single Point of Failure!" ‍ I am beyond disappointed.

Service is prompt, however I have been dealing with razor bumps on the back of my head. I'm…read morepretty sure it's due to unkept clipper blades. I brought this to the attendants attention, but that was followed by a bunch of excuses. The irony from all of this is every time I am escorted to the barbers chair, the lady drench's my hands with sanitizer....?????

Very Good and Affordable Haircut, Polite and Friendly Staff. Cool and Relaxing Ambiance with Calm…read moremusic. Highly Recommended!!

The instructor LV is wonderful. She was super professional and attentive. The 2 students, Ruth and…read moreKimberly, that helped my husband and I were good too.

Está academia me encanta y si la recomiendo porque las instructoras son muy amables y atentas…read moreresponden a cualquier duda que tengamos Gracias Wendy y Stefanny por sus enseñanzas

When you think about elite makeup artistry, Axel himself and Axel Makeup Academy are exactly what…read moreis envisioned. I have not only seeing the incredible growth, passion and talent of Axel, but also how it is all shared with his students. This academy is beyond a professional experience, it is quality at its finest.