Learning Tools

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Milady's Standard Textbook of Cosmetology has led the way in cosmetology education for 80 years by changing to meet the evolving needs of students and the market. Having been developed after extensive analysis by educational design experts, this textbook exhibits the most sophisticated methods for relaying information, stimulating thought, aiding comprehension, and enhancing retention. Milady's Standard Cosmetology provides students with the information they will need to pass the licensure exams as well as the most contemporary techniques to ensure success once they are on the job. This revision features a fresh new layout, reorganized chapters, and new photography and illustrations to provide an open, easy-to-follow format that students need with the reliability that is the hallmark of Milady. This edition of Milady's Standard Cosmetology is organized into six parts containing 32 chapters, each written by an industry expert in the field, creating an immediate connection to the professional world. New information on many subjects, including sanitation and infection control, and haircoloring has been included. The result is the most reliable cosmetology textbook available, one that covers all essential information in a contemporary, easy-to-use manner. While Milady's Standard Cosmetology is the center of the curriculum, students and educators have a wide range of supplements from which to choose. All supplements have been revised and updated to complement the new edition of the textbook. This book will serve as a valuable guide, and students will refer to it again and again throughout their career!

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"Hair Structure and Chemistry Simplified, 4th Edition," explains the language of cosmetic chemistry in a straightforward and easy-to-follow format. It provides students with a solid understanding of the chemical tools associated with hair services, such as hair colorants, permanent wave solutions, chemical hair relaxers and more. Written in a clear and concise manner, this text takes the guesswork out of product ingredients and contains comprehensive information on the latest products available. To help students perform accurate and consistent chemical services, resulting in quality salon services.

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This is the essential reference for students and experienced hairstylists looking for a how-to manual on the latest braids and updos. Learn to take the frustration out of working with long hair by the use of hand-positioning and methods for handling several strands of hair at one time. Authored by Jamie Rines Jones, platform artist and international long-hair educator, this book is designed to help you offer long hair services to your clients, increasing your revenue potential.

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This book introduces students and new salon professionals to the Level System of Hair Color which enables them to better understand formulation and application techniques used by the majority of salon colorists. Interactive exercises included throughout the workbook take stylists and students through the Level System step-by-step. Techniques for effective client consultation, corrective haircoloring, the use of permanent haircolor and application methods are offered in easy-to-comprehend format. Just some of what you will learn includes: -The Level System and how to use it -How to provide effective color consultations for your clients -Types of color application -Coloring techniques available -Tips for building your color business

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Milady's Standard Nail Technology Revised, 5th Edition has been thoroughly revised to include the most up-to-date information available to nail technologists. The text incorporates recommendations from state boards of cosmetology, classroom instructors, school owners, manufacturers, and practitioners, ensuring greater success for students taking the state board examinations and greater protection for nail service clients. The text provides an excellent overview of topics to get a new nail tech started, such as professional image, customer relations, and salon management, while thoroughly teaching the nail technologist how to perform the basic processes that will be the starting point for their career. This revised text also focuses on the scientific knowledge that is most important to the nail tech, removing the medical terminology and information that is not useful to them. Special features of the text include business tips in the form of short stories that present helpful information for a successful career in the nail business; State Regulation Alert, and Here's A Tip, which direct students to additional sources of information. This is a must-have resource for any student who wants to learn the basics of nail technology and competently prepare for the state board examinations.

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Milady's Standard Professional Barbering brings you the latest in men's haircutting and styling. Designed to help prepare for a successful career in the professional market, this text boasts full-color photos and illustrations that provide better clarity of procedures and accurate visual representations. Procedure photos for mannequin and model work are included to show step-by-step procedures for practice and actual hands-on services, and more ethnic cuts and procedures demonstrate the diversity and application of barbering techniques. New to this edition are chapter key terms and chapter glossaries, which reinforce important terminology and concepts and provide students with easy access to definitions. The new material on the history of the barbering profession and updated material in the science areas make this resource the most interesting and current available for the professional barber. Endorsed by Barbers International, Inc. www.BarbersInternational.com

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Description: Now in its' ninth edition, Milady's Standard Textbook for Professional Estheticians has been thoroughly revised to include the most up-to-date information available today. This updated text contains all the essential information needed to ensure greater success for students taking the state board examinations. For the first time, this text is presented in full-color, incorporating a brand new, user-friendly four-color design that will help students learn the common links between the concepts and principles of skin care. Over 500 new full-color photographs and illustrations support the text content and include new step-by-step photographs for many of the procedures presented. All new photos have been incorporated in the chapter on skin disorders and diseases, special esthetic procedures, client consultation and skin analysis, and color theory and cosmetic techniques. A running glossary in each chapter helps the student become familiar with the language of skin care, and procedural notes and safety tips help to reinforce concepts. Expanded discussion on safety and sanitation topics reflects changes made in OSHA rulings and decontamination and infection control. Added discussion on advanced topics including AHAs, BHAs, glycolic, and microdermabrasion techniques give students exposure to those skills that will make them more marketable. Milady's Standard Fundamentals for Estheticians is the essential textbook for basic esthetics training.

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Skin Care: Beyond the Basics, 3e is an invaluable resource for both the student and the professional esthetician seeking practical information and the latest in skin care breakthroughs. Written by one of the country's most noted skin care specialists, this text presents the most up-to-date information available on acne, aging treatment, rosacea management, sensitive skin care, and plastic surgery patient care. New information on non-invasive anti-aging programs and new ingredient technologies are presented, as well as new photos to aid in skin analysis and the identification of various conditions. The text presents numerous examples and application techniques throughout, which can be utilized in daily practice.

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Only 15 percent of your financial success as a Salon Professional is based on technical abilities. The remaining 85 percent is addressed in this dynamic book which will create profound changes and lasting results in your business and personal life. Written by Susie Fields Carder, CEO of Salon Training International, a former salon owner, and has received rave reviews from salon professionals nationwide. She is one of the most sought after business speakers in the salon industry and has delivered hundreds of trainings all over the world. Susie's focus is to support salon professionals in building successful companies by focusing them on systemizing their processes and being results driven.

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If you're looking for a simple and effective system to recruit, train, and develop new team members and wish that someone would tell you exactly how to do it, then the Assistant Training Tools is for you. Whether you own a business, are an independent contractor, or an employee, this product will provide you with a step-by-step guide to recruit, hire, train and promote new technicians.

Tools Provided Include:
-How to recuit, interview and compensate new assistants.
-How to customize the program to fit your needs.
-A step-by-step 4 stage training program.
-Promoting and graduating assistants.

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A systematic approach to running your salon, spa or barber shop! Over 220 ready-to-use systems to implement in your business today. Includes systems on: Advertising, Budgets, Business Planning, Certificates, Client Questionnaires, Confidentiality Agreements, Customer Service, Employee Forms, Evaluations, Forms, Front Desk, Goal Setting, Employee Handbook, Interview Process, Job Descriptions, Letters to Clients, Maternity Leave, Meetings, Menus, New Hire, Daily Procedures, Promotions, Recruiting, Retail, Salary Structures, Salon/Spa Manager, Scripts, Tracking Forms An accompanying CD contains most of the forms in Word for easy customization.

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All the systems a Booth Renter neds to manage and grow your business. It includes over 130 proven business systems and templates that can immediately be implemented, saving you time and money.

Some of what is included:
- Sample Ad's and promotions
-Determining your color budget, Average ticket, pricing
-Client Questionnaires
-Tracking forms
-Goal setting
-Menu Samples
-Sample Contracts

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Whether you're a hairdresser, colorist, barber, massage therapist, esthetician, or nail technician, are just starting out or have been in the industry for years, Money Mastery can help you make more money and attract more clients. Money Mastery is a CD compilation of Salon Training International's three successful audio training programs, The Needs Assessment, Increase Your Color Business Today, and Getting Retail Results. Featuring Susie Fields Carder, the founder of Salon Training International and a former salon owner, hair stylist and sales consultant herself.

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This new resource provides all the information necessary to promote a salon effectively and inexpensively, for building and keeping a solid client base. With a wealth of simple and creative ways to a...