Red lipstick will never let you down when you want a bold, “look at me” statement for your makeup. But picking the perfect shade isn’t always easy. At makeup school, you’ll learn about the subtle differences in lipstick hues that determine whether they’ll pair well with certain complexions. For inspiration, look at celebrities. Sofia Vergara has a warm complexion with neutral undertones, so a blue-red lipstick is perfect for her.

On the other hand, people with fair complexions tend to do well with lipsticks in shades of raspberry and cranberry. Women with dark complexions look fantastic with a high-pigment, orange-red lipstick. Use a bronzy-brown lip pencil to create a smooth transition between lip and skin. Women with dark complexions with warm undertones, like Jennifer Hudson, can use an opaque blue-based red with a matte finish.

Long Island Beauty School offers artistry makeup classes in Long Island for aspiring beauticians. Get in touch today at (516) 483-6259 to request information about our upcoming cosmetology school tours.

All services are performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors.

Winged eyeliner is enduringly popular, but many people fret about how to get the look just right. Whether you’re in cosmetology school and trying to perfect your technique or at home trying to go DIY, this video will help you get winged liner that you’ll be proud to show off.

An easy way to create winged liner is to create a series of dots using a felt-tip eyeliner pen and then connecting those dots. From, there, you can fill in the angles you want by drawing an outline and shading inside of it.

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Nail polish is the perfect way to finish off your look, but it doesn’t always last as long as you’d like. At beauty school, you can learn how to perform a professional manicure that lasts. In the meantime, pick up a few helpful tips by watching the accompanying video.

This beauty expert recommends trimming or filing the nails first, as shorter nails are less likely to chip. She also demonstrates how to use cuticle oil, base coat, nail polish, and top coat. Don’t forget to seal the tips of your nails with the top coat to prevent chipping.

At Long Island Beauty School, you’ll learn lots of helpful tips during your beauty courses in Long Island. Give us a call today at (516) 483-6259 to discuss enrolling in our cosmetology school.

All services are performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors.

Summertime might bring welcome sunshine and days at the beach, but for hair, it also tends to bring a lot of frizz. In hair school, you’ll learn techniques that will help you answer those inevitable questions from clients about how to fight frizz, and you may come up with some tricks of your own as you work on more and more heads of hair. These tips will give you a head start in the war against warm-weather frizz.

Forget the Hair Spray

You’ll find that clients want to shellac their hair with hair spray when it’s warm outside. One thing you’ll learn in beauty school is that hair spray isn’t the fix-all that many people assume it to be. When you spray hair, part of what you are doing is infusing it with a large amount of alcohol. Alcohol makes hair cuticles swell. Swollen hair cuticles cause hair to get frizzy, especially along the hairline.

Use a Heat Protectant

Just because summer arrives doesn’t mean that you won’t want to style hair with a hair dryer and other heated instruments, but when you’re fighting frizz, introducing more heat into hair isn’t always a smart strategy. Before you reach for any styling tools, spritz hair with a heat-protective spray. This spray will help hair hold up under the demands of styling and is particularly important for people with fine hair.

Go for Heavy Moisture

Dry hair is more likely to get frizzy than well-moisturized strands. That is because dry hair tries to replenish itself by sucking moisture out of the air, and hot, humid summer days, that means frizz. Rich conditioners, styling creams, and hair serums will all keep hair nourished, so it will stay smooth and silky even when temperatures soar.

Learn more tricks of the trade you can use on your clients in hair school at Long Island Beauty School. Contact our beauty institute near Long Island today to find out more about starting your career by calling (516) 483-6259.

Naturally curly hair is eye-catching and enviably voluminous, but it requires special care to maintain its health and style. If you have a passion for styling curly hair, or if your friends always turn to you for hair care advice, consider taking hairdressing courses at a cosmetology school. Here, you’ll build on your repertoire of styling and hair care expertise.

How often should you shampoo?

Although curly hair is beautiful, it can be frustrating when it develops frizz. Fight the frizz with more conditioner and less shampoo. Use a very mild, sulfate-free shampoo, as sodium lauryl sulfate is a harsh detergent that lifts the cuticles of the hair. This leaves it prone to becoming dried-out and frizzy.

How much conditioner should you use?

Conditioner is a curly haired girl’s best friend. Use a super-hydrating conditioner while in the shower, and rinse with lukewarm or cool water to seal the hair cuticle. While styling, use products that contain built-in, leave-in conditioners. If you have soft curls, look for lighter spray products. Medium to big curls do well with thicker gels, and tight, springy curls will soak up thick creams.

Should you brush curls?

Curly hair doesn’t respond well to aggressive brushing. If you need to untangle your hair, use a wide-tooth comb. Otherwise, treat your hair to some gentle tousling and combing with your fingers.

Will head coverings hurt your curls?

The more curly hair is handled, the more prone it is to frizzing up. If you usually wear coarse winter scarves and wool sweaters during the chilly months, this might be the reason why you’ve noticed frizz. Instead, look for winter hats and hoods lined with satin, and choose a softer, less coarse scarf.

Long Island Beauty School is a friendly, welcoming learning community with a diverse student body and staff. Our beauty academy offers flexible scheduling, so you can work toward your future career while continuing your current employment. You can get in touch at (516) 483-6259 to inquire about upcoming hairdressing courses in Long Island. All services are performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors.