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!

I went for esthetics here only to be left so disappointed and had to prepare myself for the state…read moreboard test.

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!

There is an instructor that goes by "Ms Brittany" that is incredibly rude and abusive to customers…read more I had the worst experience today and learned that she also lied to the education director about what happened. The video recording will show it. Be careful and don't let her treat you badly, too. Students need to learn customer service skills along with the hair styling techniques. This instructor only serves to show what NOT to do. I love the students here so much! It's why I booked here for eight years. The learning energy is optimistic, which is important, especially in DC. The tall guy at the front desk is incredible at his job. It's this one instructor that seems to have a problem with customers. I've only ever seen her be disrespectful and inappropriate with customers.

I went to Aveda's hair academy and let a student in-training provide my hair service. This is a…read morehit or miss, my service was a B-. I would recommend something super basic like a blow dry, wash, and curl. I called ahead made my appointment, you can also book a specific person if you would like. The aesthetic here is nice and it was clean. I waited about 10 minutes to be called back after I checked in with the hostess. I paid $30 or $35 dollars? Can't remember and I left a tip. My hair was decent I knew I would go home and restyle it some, but what I was after was the light texture and bounce when you get a fresh blowout. It would have came out a little better had she blow dried my hair longer. Overall pretty good job, would I come back? Maybe. This is a nice resource when you need a last minute hair do and you can somewhat restyle it yourself.

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.