My daughter got 5 inches off her hair and I got my eyebrows waxed at Aveda today. She loves coming…read morehere. We both love the products and she loves connecting with the students. Today she loved how attentive her stylist was and her new look. I hadn't had my eyebrows waxed in years and I loved how put together it made me look afterwards.

I had a great experience at the Aveda Institut! I got a full highlight by student Gracie, who was…read moreso kind and helpful, all the students and staff were! The atmosphere is amazing as well and everyone is very friendly.

I just went here for an eyebrow tint and wax Zhanise assisted me and she was friendly efficient and…read morevery personable I definitely recommend this place for any type of esthetician services. ​​​

From the owner: Brand new licensed cosmetology school now open in North Minneapolis, MN. We are currently offering…read moreesthetician and eyelash extension courses. Call us today to register for the next session!

If you don't want to spend a fortune on a haircut, Atelier Academy of Beauty is the place to go…read more I've had my hair cut by Fara and Addi and have been happy with the results! The instructors check in periodically and give pointers to students as needed. Making an appointment online is easy and both times I was taken back a few minutes after checking in. The appointments are longer than other places because students are providing services, but I always schedule my appointments when I'm not in a rush to be somewhere. Cuts are $15, which is a steal given I've paid a lot more at salons in CA and even Aveda Beauty School in DC. Best of all, it's a 10-15 min walk from my apartment so I don't have to worry about parking. As a recent transplant, I'm thrilled to have found a salon I like on the first try and I'm glad it's in Hopkins!

First of all, let me say, this was my 4th or 5th visit, and I highly recommend this place. Every…read moreother visit has been relatively flawless. I am only writing this review to inform the next customer. 1. It's a beauty school, so give grace and be patient. Things will take longer, but it's a great atmosphere, especially when the weather is nice and they're able to have the big doors open. 2. Bring pictures of what you want if you are having your hair done. From all angles. 3. Specify while making your appointment what services you want, and tell the student who is working on you that you want to be asked/informed of any upcharges. Discuss these things before you get started. The prices are extremely reasonable and the standards are very high. But no one likes double-talk. Highlights and Lowlights are different than double-processing. If a procedure is switched on me, I want to be asked first, and not informed as I hear the stylist reading the list of services to the manager. I requested Highlights, lowlights, and a cut. Her list included: whole head highlights, double-processing, color, toner, cut, and she added that I needed a second bowl of something. I laughed to myself on that one, as I have short, baby fine hair. 4. Things are regularly checked by instructors, but if not, speak up so you don't fall through the cracks. When the instructor inspected my haircut yesterday, the student said, "I haven't layered the back yet." The instructor lifted up the back and made what appeared to be a vertical guide cut, and walked away. The student did a blow out, took my cape off, and I said, "the back hasn't been layered." She kept playing with it and said the instructor did it. Ummm. No. She took a few snips off the back, and I just let it go. The instructor never came back, and had I to do over again , I would have requested it. But everyone was packing up to leave and I was tired. The haircut isn't bad. 5. Weekday appointments seem to be better than Saturday. Whole other vibe. Again, I love this place, I will be back. William is terrific and makes you feel like family. Communicate really well with the student/instructor, and you will have a fabulous experience.

I just graduated from Lavish in their AP Esthetician program. I cannot stress the positive…read moreexperience I had. Kim, Katie and Amy were so very supportive and responsive to my needs throughout the journey. When I initially went into Lavish School, I was very disappointed and ready to give up. I found out that the education I received in another state wasn't going to be enough. Kim lifted me up with her positive attitude and made it seem possible. I walked back out of there with a much lighter heart and hope. I just passed my state boards and am beginning my job search and am very confident that the skills I was taught will carry me far in the beauty industry!!

From the owner: Cosmetology, Esthetics, AP Esthetics, Nail Technology & Eyelash Extensions Licensureread more

Today, I received an eyebrow waxing and full facial from Alexis K (Lexi) and absolutely loved the…read morerelaxing experience! She was very professional and thorough, asking me exactly what I wanted and how I felt after the service to make sure I was happy . I have never had a professional facial, it made me so relaxed. The mask was my favorite part and her pressure with massage was just right to feel pampered and relaxed!!

This was my first time coming to Empire. Everyone there was…read morenice positive the minute I walked in the door. I came in for a facial. I feel amazing. The girl was super nice and caring. I will be back for haircut as well as other needs.

This school lacks teachers that are truly dedicayed to having the students excel and learn the…read moreproper technics/applications to the services. You cannot fault the students, as if they do not have good leadership, they are bound to fail. I have observed on every visit the teachers socializing MORE than teaching. The school has raised the prices for the services. The school should have prices based on covering the products used only, as the students tuition should cover any other expenses aquired. The school should NOT be profiting off of the people that come in for the students to learn from. Poor management, poor teachers.

Avoid if you're looking for skin care. Poor product knowledge, non-functional service. Clearly just…read moreworking towards a quota for facials for cosmetology credentialing but only care about hair. If you want an esthetics service, try a school that has an esthetics program.

Found this hidden gem on a Google search. They offer services by students who are training for a…read moremuch lower price. I got a pedicure and the place was small but clean. The staff were kind and did a great job. It was really easy to book an appointment on the phone. Being they are students there are certain blocks of time they have availability. I wish I would have come here for other past services and saved myself some money! Plenty of parking available. When entering the building it's just right upstairs. The teacher popped in once briefly to check on things. It will take a bit longer than normal but with savings at 1/2 off the normal price I've paid I was happy to wait.

I took my daughter to get a manicure and pedicure for her birthday. This school is located in the…read morebrown business buildings behind Costco in St. Louis Park. Free parking, you'll just have to navigate through the parking strip to find the correct building. Once inside, go upstairs and check into the front desk. Reservations are required, the students will be doing the services and their availability are during the weekdays during school hours. Beautiful waiting room with a huge chandelier above. The nail tech are in 1 room. There's about 3 pedicure stations and 8 manicure station. They do a variety of services, with gel and regular polish. The techs are still in training, expect to be there for a long time. My manicure and pedicure took over 2.5 hours, which I didn't mind. The techs were so sweet and kept apologizing. Teacher will come and ask how you're doing and if you like the results.

I've gone to this beauty school twice in the last eight months for a basic trim and both times was…read moredisappointed, but the last time was it for me! DO NOT go to this school for even a basic hair cut! When you call for an appt. and go in and they don't have you on the calendar, warning sign! Then they "squeeze" you in. I had a student that is scheduled to graduate in March and she butchered my hair! I went in for a trim on my long hair, middle of my back or longer, and by the time they were done "fixing" it, it is now above my shoulders! To say I am not happy is an understatement! One of the "teachers" was not very helpful in instructing the student on how to fix it and then the main instructor came over and fixed it. She apologized profusely and the student kept apologizing and then they had the audacity to charge me! I was so mad I just paid it and left! I couldn't even speak. Yes, I know it's a "school", but you are supposedly getting your hair cut with a senior student who should know what they are doing on a basic trim! This one obviously did not!

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I went back for a second haircut and much of my review stays the same. My only issue this second…read moretime around was that I called 4 different times over the span of 2.5-3hrs on a Saturday morning and nobody ever answered. I ended up taking a chance and driving 20 minutes to see if they had openings. Fortunately, they just happened to have one opening when I showed up. The woman I got this time around must have been very new, or at least new to cutting mens hair because she was very nervous. Again, this is a school so I don't mind that it takes a bit longer and understand there's a chance something could go wrong. The instructor basically gave me an entire haircut in about 10 minutes when she came to review the student's work. My second time here also took about 90 minutes, so I think this is a safe bet for a mens cut.

I've been going to MSC for over 15 years. I enjoy watching students learn and when things didn't…read moreturn out right (such as foils one time) they retouched for free. Miss Donna is always a delight. They are students so yes the services take much longer than a regular salon. That's how it's supposed to be when you learn. I will continue to come here for all services. You can't beat the price!

Worst gel manicure I've ever had. Also, the students are not taught how to make conversation with…read moretheir clients. Went in for a wax one day and the next I went in for a gel. Neither times did the students doing my services do general small talk and instead chatted with their friends. The managers seem friendly, but the students need A LOT OF WORK!!!!!!! Photos of the manicure I got. Gel removal took 45 minutes, and the gel job was horrendous. I hardly do reviews but I will not be coming back. This is only my experience with the waxing and gel service. Other services may be different!!

I had a pedicure. My student was very sweet and professional. She did an eccellent job. However,…read morethe polish seemed thick, almost stringy, coming from the bottle and there were streaks on my nails. The student admitted the quality of polish they use is not the best. She fixed it with an extra layer of top coat. My polish chipped and peeled within 24 hours. I feel bad that students are provided products that don't set them up fir success. There was a group of students nearby, working on each others' nails, talking about personal subjects and swearing. It didn't really bother me but it seemed unprofessional.