Category Archives: Hairdressing

Self-Care Strategies for Beauty Students

Being a beauty student can be exciting but also demanding. Juggling classes, practical sessions, and personal life can lead to stress and burnout. Prioritising self-care is essential for maintaining your well-being and achieving success in your studies. Here are some practical strategies to help you take care of yourself while navigating beauty school. Establish a […]

From One Academy to Another: My Journey of Success at Servilles

Hey hair students! I’m ready to spill the tea on a journey from one training school to Servilles Academy. Picture this, a young student searching for a place to learn, with a blow dryer in one hand and a curling iron in the other. Buckle up, because this is a story of motivation, challenges, and […]

Time Management Tips for Beauty Students

Managing your time as a beauty student can feel overwhelming. With classes, practical sessions, and life outside of school, it’s essential to have a solid plan. Here are some straightforward tips to help you stay organised and focused. Create a ScheduleStart by mapping out your week. Use a planner or a digital calendar to jot […]

Industry Talks: Hayley Pullyn

We’re thrilled to be featuring Hayley Pullyn as our Boss Babe this month! From student to business owner and everything in between, take a read of Hayley’s story below. – I never expected that I would have such an exciting and varied career in the hairdressing industry, but it’s been quite the exploration journey. I […]

What the Gloss: Breaking Down Hair Gloss Treatments

On this week’s episode of Breaking Down Beauty, we’re diving into one of the hottest hair treatments out there—GLOSS! If you’ve been hearing about hair gloss treatments and wondering what all the buzz is about, this is for you. A gloss is the ultimate way to give your hair a healthy, shiny upgrade without the […]

The Hairdresser’s Guide to Essential Tools: Top 5 Must-Haves

Congratulations on embarking on an exciting journey in the hairdressing industry! As an aspiring hairdresser, your creativity and passion are crucial, but having the right tools is equally important. To help you achieve professional-looking results and elevate your hairstyling game, we have curated a collection of essential hair tools that every hairdresser should have. 1. […]

Industry Talks: Libby Whaley

For the second instalment of our ‘Boss Babes’ series, we spoke with former academy student and current business owner, Libby Whaley. Libby studied at Servilles Academy in 2002 and later worked (and then owned) Servilles Ponsonby. Now, Libby is her own boss after founding the luscious Epsilon Hair in Mt Maunganui. I have been hairdressing […]

Life Beyond Servilles: Clarette’s Journey at NZ Fashion Week

We’re thrilled to kick off our “Life Beyond Servilles” blog series with Clarette who recently took centre stage as a Key Artist at New Zealand Fashion Week, leading the charge for two sensational shows. 1: Inspirations and Milestones Q: What has been the most inspiring aspect of the past year for you, and how have […]

Industry Talks: Liz Tieu

We’re heading over the ditch for our profile on this Boss Babe! Liz Tieu is a Hairdresser and Makeup Artist, based in Sydney, who studied at the academy in 2005. Since leaving the academy and relocating to Australia, Liz has been involved with a whole host of exciting projects, including internationally known TV shows and […]