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• Falling for Beauty: This Season’s Top Trends You’ll Learn in School
  October 13, 2025

  When the air turns crisp and the leaves start changing, it’s not just our wardrobes that shift, our beauty routines do too. Fall is the perfect season to embrace rich tones, cozy vibes, and fresh looks. At The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA), students get hands-on experience mastering the latest styles that clients are asking for […]

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• Ready to Start Beauty School? Here’s Your Step-by-Step Plan
  September 25, 2025

  From Dreaming to Doing: Your Beauty Career Starts Step by Step Because your beauty career won’t start itself, let’s make it happen one step at a time. You’ve been thinking about beauty school for a while now. You scroll, you dream, you picture yourself doing what you love, but something keeps hitting pause. Maybe it’s […]

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• Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start a Beauty Career
  September 10, 2025

  The future you want won’t wait, so why should you? Whether the leaves are changing, a new year is peeking over the horizon, or you’re just ready to hit “reset” on your life, there’s something powerful about now. And if you’ve been dreaming about a beauty career, this might just be your sign. At The […]

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• Beauty Career Myth Buster: True or False
  August 26, 2025

  Think you know what it takes to succeed in the beauty industry? There are countless beauty career myths and misconceptions about beauty school and careers in cosmetology, esthetics, and massage therapy. At The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) Rapid City, we’re here to set the record straight with a fun game that will test your knowledge […]

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• Future-Proof Your Passion: Careers in Beauty Are Booming Right Now
  August 13, 2025

  The beauty industry is evolving faster than ever, and that’s great news if you’re dreaming of a creative, people-focused career that will always be in demand. At The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) Rapid City, we know that beauty careers aren’t just about trends, they’re about building a future-proof profession that grows with you. So, which […]

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• How to Stay Ahead of Beauty Trends as a Beauty School Student | TSPA Rapid City
  July 22, 2025

  How to Stay Ahead of Beauty Trends: Tips for Aspiring Beauty Pros The beauty industry is constantly evolving. What’s hot today might be old news tomorrow! If you’re an aspiring cosmetologist or esthetician at The Salon Professional Academy in Rapid City, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just fun; it’s essential for your future career.  […]

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• How to Balance School, Work, and Your Personal Life: Tips for Beauty School Students
  July 10, 2025

  Are you dreaming of a career in beauty but feeling a little overwhelmed by the thought of juggling classes, a job, and your social life? You’re not alone! At The Salon Professional Academy in Rapid City, we know our students are go-getters. Many of you are working part-time, building your skills, and still making time […]

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• Master the Lingo: Essential Beauty Industry Terms Every New Salon Pro Should Know
  May 22, 2025

  Stepping into the beauty industry is like learning a new language filled with balayage, keratin treatments, and microdermabrasion. Whether you’re a fresh graduate from The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) or just starting your journey, knowing these terms will help you communicate like a pro, impress clients, and build confidence in your craft. Let’s decode the […]

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• ’90s Beauty is Back—Here’s How to Rock It This Spring
  April 29, 2025

  Spring 2025 is giving major throwback vibes—and we’re so here for it. The beauty world is digging into its ‘90s vault, and what’s popping out? Glossy lips, face-framing layers, and a whole lot of attitude. At The Salon Professional Academy, we’re breaking down how to bring these iconic trends into your modern-day routine—without looking like […]

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• Beyond Beauty: How Wellness is Transforming Salon Careers (and Why You’ll Love It)
  April 15, 2025

  Thinking about a future in cosmetology or esthetics? You’re not just stepping into a career—you’re joining an industry that’s evolving in really exciting ways. At The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) in Rapid City, we’re all about leveling up your beauty education with a forward-thinking twist. One of the biggest game-changers in the industry right now? […]

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