Why Business Training Is Just as Important as Esthetician Skills

by Jackie David | Nov 11, 2025 | Esthetician Business & Careers

Becoming an esthetician is about much more than learning how to perform great facials or advanced treatments. The most successful professionals understand that technical skill opens the door, but esthetics business training keeps it open.   At the Academy of...

Microblading vs. Powder Brows: Boosting Your Esthetics Career

by Jackie David | Aug 3, 2025 | Esthetician Courses and Certification

If you’ve been thinking about offering brow services but aren’t sure where to specialize, you’re not alone. Microblading and powder brows are two of the most requested techniques in the permanent makeup (PMU) industry—but they deliver very different results. Knowing...

What to look for in advanced esthetician courses

by Jackie David | May 27, 2025 | Esthetician Courses and Certification

If you’ve earned your esthetician license and are ready to take your skills and career to the next level, advanced esthetician courses can unlock new techniques, certifications, and income opportunities. Whether you’re looking to specialize, stand out in a crowded...

Starting (and Building) Your Esthetician Business: What You Need to Know

by Jackie David | May 19, 2025 | Esthetician Business & Careers

Becoming a licensed esthetician can open the door to a rewarding career in skincare, but building a successful business requires more than just a passion for beauty. Whether you dream of a solo suite, a mobile setup, or a full-scale spa, understanding the foundations...

What is the Cost of an Esthetician License?

by Jackie David | Apr 16, 2025 | Esthetician Licensing

If you’re passionate about skincare and dreaming of a career helping others look and feel their best, becoming a licensed esthetician is a rewarding path. But before you start booking facials and performing advanced skin treatments, you’ll need to complete...