No matter the severity of the damage, these circumstances require the expertise of professional stylists to properly repair broken, damaged and discolored tresses. Every day, �ƹ����� students undergo extensive training and real-world situations to learn and practice for the most extreme circumstances in our on-campus salons. To learn how our students are making the cut when it comes to repairing and restoring hair, first let’s take a look at the “root” of the cause.

What causes damaged hair?

Damaged hair can be caused by a variety of factors, such as over-exposure to the sun, heated styling tools, overuse or improper use of chemical treatments like dyes, bleaches, and relaxers, cheap over the counter hair products and even simply a lack of proper care such as excessive tugging, pulling and styling of hair. Heat styling tools such as curling irons, straightening irons, and blow dryers are particularly damaging to the hair shaft if used too often, on wet hair or at high temperatures. Other styling products like hair sprays and gels may contain harsh chemicals that can dry out your hair and weaken it over time.

Environmental factors like sun exposure, chlorine in swimming pools and air pollution can also alter the health of your locks. Professional and student stylists will evaluate these possibilities plus habits of frequent shampooing or bleaching that can strip away natural oils from your scalp and protect the strands from breakage. Ultimately, each factor or a combination can lead to split ends, breakage, discoloration and dullness. This damage affects not only the texture of the hair but also its strength, vibrancy and shine.

�ƹ����� students to the rescue!

At �ƹ�����, our students are educated on all of the latest techniques to repair damaged hair. Our on-campus salons provide students with real-world experience and beauty challenges to prepare them for every situation and circumstance that may grace their chair. These techniques include using heat styling tools, color correction, coloring or perming damaged hair, and using conditioners, masks and other repair treatments.

Each technique has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. For example, heat styling tools can help to repair damaged hair by sealing in moisture and protecting the hair from further damage. However, heat styling tools can also cause damage to the hair if they are not used properly.

Coloring damaged hair can also help to repair it by adding moisture and shine. However, it is important to be careful when coloring damaged hair because it can also cause more damage if it is not done correctly. This is why it is excruciatingly important to us to not only teach our students the most updated and correct methods but also give them real salon experience so that they are ready for any challenge.

Repairing Heat Damage

Heat damage is one of the most common types of damage that we see in the salon. If you suspect that a client’s hair has heat damage, take a look at the following signs: 

• Dryness and dullness
• Brittle texture 
• Split ends 
• Unruly frizz 
• Incorrect or faded hair color
• Knots and tangles
• Broken hair strands

If a client’s hair is showing any of these signs, they are likely in need of treatment. Cosmetologists today are well trained and equipped with some of the most advanced products and training to correct and reverse the damage which varies in every situation based on the cause. Correction treatments range from trimming damaged hair, bonding treatments, salon-grade moisturizing treatments and updated hairstyles that require less styling and products.

Keratin treatments are one of the most popular options for repairing damaged hair. Keratin is a protein that naturally occurs in your hair, and it helps to give your hair its strength and structure. When your hair is damaged, the keratin proteins can become depleted, leading to weak and brittle hair. Keratin treatments replenish these proteins, giving your hair new life. Another option is a bond-building treatment that helps to repair and strengthen the hair, or fortifying products specifically designed for weak and damaged hair.

Repairing Color Damage

Color damage is another common type of damage that we see in the salon. It can be caused by anything from over-processing to using the wrong type of color products. Color damage may look like: 

• Fading color 
• Brassy tones 
• Dryness 
• Breakage 
• Split ends 

Salon-grade products for correction help to repair and protect color-treated hair from fading and restore its healthy appearance. 

Repairing Chemical Damage

Chemical damage can be caused by anything from perms and straightening treatments to bleaching and highlights. If your hair is severely damaged, you may need a protein reconstruction treatment. Protein reconstructions work by rebuilding the inner structure of your hair shafts using proteins and amino acids. 

When it comes to damaged hair, today’s solutions can correct hair often in a single visit as evidenced in �ƹ�����’s salons daily. Our students are expertly prepared to take on the most challenging issues in every type of hair. If you’re looking to explore your creativity and pursue your passion for the beauty industry, �ƹ�����’s accredited Master Hair Design program will provide you with the skills and hands-on training you need to pursue a successful future as a cosmetologist.  Visit our website to take our 3-minute Career-Readiness test and find out if a career as a Hair Design professional is right for you.

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Hair, skin, nails… beauty is not only skin deep as the old adage goes.  As a student at �ƹ�����, you’re provided with a 360-degree education, in theory, physiology, and anatomy to properly prepare you to be at the forefront of the industry.

The demand for licensed cosmetologists and aestheticians is continually growing at a rate higher than the national average. Statistics show that 2022 will be a great year for growth in the salon and spa industries. This research shows cosmetology and aesthetics offer rewarding careers for job placement as well as financial and personal growth opportunities.  Quality education is the foundation on which your career is based. It’s important to find a school with the right principles and values where the focus is on the quality of education and backed with job-readiness training, career development, and job placement support.

Let’s start by breaking down both the Master Aesthetician and Master Hair Design programs by the numbers and modalities. And remember, whichever you choose, �ƹ����� offers day, evening, and Saturday classes to work within our students’ schedules.

Personality and creativity are two vital components in choosing the best career path for you. For example, as a cosmetologist, graduates are prepared to work within a robust, fast-paced environment where client interaction and communication is key to building loyal, long-standing relationships. Creativity and artistry are what sets many stylists apart – will you be one to create a trend or follow a trend?

For aestheticians, your career path will lead you into a more tranquil and secluded environment where client services are provided in a more private, clinical, and at times, spa-like setting. A career as a master aesthetician requires a consultative personality to help guide clients through anti-aging, corrective, beauty, and body-enhancing treatments.

�ƹ����� has a compassionate team of career counselors to help guide you through the program selection and registration process.  As the first important step towards a rewarding career, we offer a free 3-minute online quiz to determine what the right career path is for you.

Wondering if a Career in Beauty is Right For You?

�ƹ����� not only offers hands-on learning in a passionate and creative environment. Our Parkland and Boca Raton campuses both feature a busy onsite salon for students to gain real-world experience and build their portfolios prior to graduation.

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�ƹ����� is Florida’s preeminent, nationally accredited beauty and wellness academy offering programs in cosmetology, makeup artistry, nail technician, skincare, massage therapy, paramedical esthetician, and electrolysis. Students are supported with job placement and financial aid assistance. To learn more or arrange a �ٴdzܰ���of our two campuses, call Boca Raton at 561-487-1191 | and Parkland at 954-866-1011.

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The constant search for healthy, fabulous hair brings with it the constant search for the right tools to make it happen. Not to worry, hair fanatics! We’ve rounded up some of the hottest hair styling products out there to keep heads turning and your hair game strong.

1. Straightening Brush – Looking for sleek, straight hair but tired of the time flat irons take? This dual-purpose tool is the product for you! Choose a model that has ceramic plates for the most “frizz-free” experience.

2. Sea Salt Spray – Ready to channel your inner beach-babe? You can get those sun-soaked, beachy waves happening with just a little spritz of sea salt texturizing spray. And don’t worry about the salt robbing your hair of moisture. Most of these sprays include conditioner too.

3. Supplements – While this product is not strictly a hair-styling product, its purpose is to help your hair from the inside. And anything that is designed to promote healthier, more lustrous hair is worthy of a mention. To get the best results from a hair supplement, choose a high-quality version that includes plenty of biotin and folic acid.

4. Color-Depositing Shampoo and Conditioner – These sulfate-free products are the perfect solution for keeping colored hair fresh longer. Infused with color pigment that neutralizes brassiness or boosts your color, color-depositing products come in a variety of pigments for different hair colors. Use in place of your regular shampoo and conditioner once a week for the best results. Try a purple pigment for blonde hair and blue for brunette.

5. Hair Growth Oil – If you have thinning hair, we love the natural benefits of hair growth oil versus products with harsher chemicals. Hair growth oil stimulates the scalp and promotes growth by reducing inflammation. It also replenishes the hair’s natural oils that get stripped away from daily styling.

Keeping your crowning glory glorious is a lot easier with the right tools. Be sure to test out different brands to see which one works the best for your hair. And if your hair obsession is more than just a little serious, maybe you should consider a career in cosmetology! The beauty industry is growing at a rapid pace and talented cosmetologists are in high demand. If you’d like to learn more about a career that revolves around making other people look and feel great, check out the Cosmetology Program at �ƹ�����. Boca is helping students get hands-on experience and the confidence they need to launch successful careers in the exciting world of beauty. Contact �ƹ����� today for more information, or to schedule a tour of one of our campus locations.

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