Building strong client relationships is essential in the beauty industry. Whether you’re a prospective student considering a career in beauty or a recent graduate stepping into the workforce, understanding how to cultivate these relationships will benefit you throughout your career. Here are five key components that can help you master client relationships and create a […]
Author Archives: Lauren
She has a natural understanding and passion for Short Hair to everything in between, a natural eye for all colour work and isn’t afraid to encourage a change being that of small or big. Candace has had the opportunity to travel with winning competitions that allowed her to travel internationally, where her love for living […]
Building a personal brand in the beauty industry is essential. It shapes how clients and employers view you. At Servilles Academy, students learn how to create a brand that reflects their skills and personality. Here’s how you can start: 1. Define Your Style Explore different techniques at Servilles. Find what you enjoy, whether it’s cutting, […]
In today’s beauty industry, a common question arises: Is traditional education still the best route for aspiring professionals? With the rise of social media and online tutorials, many are turning to platforms like Instagram and TikTok for quick tips and inspiration. While these resources are valuable, they don’t fully replace the structured learning and networking […]
Zoe backstage at NZFW 2019 I have been in the industry for 17 years, starting at Servilles Academy straight after finishing high school. My sister Lauren (who is now the Academy Director) actually pointed me into the direction of the Academy having worked at one of the Servilles salons while she was at university. I […]
My hairdressing journey started at Servilles Academy fresh out of high school 15 years ago. I attended hairdressing school during the day and makeup school at night. My class was super focussed and we all pushed and encouraged each other to be the best. This paid off as majority of us in the class left […]
We chatted to the lovely Kingsley, owner and founder of Kingsley Elizabeth Hair, a successful salon in Albany that specialises in custom blonde colours and balayage. She shares with us her experience studying at Servilles Academy; from why she chose to study with us, through to the key things she learnt. She also talks to […]
Meet Yasmine, Hairdressing Graduate Been thinking about a career in hairdressing? We chatted to our recent graduate, Yasmine, about her experience studying hairdressing at Servilles Academy. From the key skills she learnt, to what she loves most about working in the industry now – read on to learn more about her career journey and what […]
Beauty gurus are taking over the internet. There’s a new celebrity cosmetic line launching each week. Makeup stores are cropping up on every corner of Queen Street. It’s fair to say that the makeup industry is thriving like never before. This ever-evolving industry means makeup artists are able to acquire more opportunities in a range […]
Having a qualification in makeup can lead you down a variety of exciting and diverse career pathways. At Servilles Academy, we offer two makeup courses: NZ Certificate in Makeup & Skincare (Level 3) NZ Certificate in Makeup Artistry (Level 4) These programmes are designed to enable employment after graduation, but completing both certifications means you’ll […]