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• Elevating Your Craft: The Importance of Google Reviews in Cosmetology School
  January 12, 2024

  As you embark on your cosmetology journey at The Salon Professional Academy in Rapid City (TSPA), you’re not just learning beauty’s artistry but also mastering the tools that will set you up for success in the industry. Today, let’s delve into an essential skill that often goes beyond the salon chair—learning to ask salon guests […]

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• Is Your Future Glamorous: Exploring the Thriving Career Outlook for Cosmetologists and Estheticians in 2024
  December 18, 2023

  Calling all aspiring beauty professionals! Are you ready to dive into a glamorous career full of possibilities? Buckle up because we’re about to unveil the exciting career outlook for cosmetologists and estheticians in 2024! Get ready to embark on a journey where creativity meets passion and endless opportunities await you. Let’s explore the promising future […]

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• The Importance of Continuing Education in Cosmetology: Lifelong Learning
  November 8, 2023

  Are you an aspiring beauty professional in Rapid City? Do you dream of a career in the world of cosmetology, where you can unleash your creativity and transform people’s lives through the power of beauty? If so, let me tell you why continuing education in cosmetology is essential and how The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) […]

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• A Look at the Unexpected Life of Cosmetology Student
  October 21, 2023

  Thinking about studying cosmetology? Well, hold onto your hairbrush and lipstick because some surprising things are in store for you at beauty school. Sure, you’ll learn all about hair, makeup, skincare, and nails—no surprises there. But what might shock you is the unexpected areas of study and experiences that await. We will dive into the […]

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• Fine Hair, Don’t Care!
  September 11, 2023

  Do you struggle with fine hair? Or are you unsure of if you have fine hair? Decoding the specificities of your hair can be challenging. Contrary to popular belief, fine hair is not the same things as thin hair. Fine hair has to do with the thickness of each of your hair strands. Whereas thin […]

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• Summertime Hairstyles
  June 22, 2023

  During the summer beating the heat can be challenging but, we are here for some inspiration to get you looking and feeling cool! These are some trends and styles we are seeing online and in the salon that are giving us major ideas! Unconventional Braids Now we know braiding can be difficult, but there are […]

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• Damage Control- Understanding how to take care of your hair
  April 24, 2023

  Often when hair care professionals talk about protecting hair from damage, they refer to the hair cuticle. But what is our hair cuticle and what does it do? At the center of our hair strand there is something called the medulla, which surrounds the cortex. The cortex is made up of mostly keratin and lipids, […]

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• Blonde Maintenance 101
  January 20, 2023

  Whether you have been a blonde your whole life or you’re thinking about lighting up your locks, knowing the ins and outs of blonde hair care is a must. Variety of blondes exist, and all require care to maintain color and health. Knowing the health of your hair before you decide to go blonde is […]

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• Why a Career in Cosmetology Might Be Right for You!
  September 28, 2022

  It seems the traditional education route after high school is college, you graduate and are immediately bombarded with questions about what school you plan to attend, where you’re going to go, and what you want your career and the next 30 years to look like. But a traditional 4-year university isn’t right for everyone! In […]

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