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New Illinois Beauty Apprenticeship Law: What Estheticians, Cosmetologists, Nail Technicians, Barbers & Salon Owners Need to Know Part 1

Illinois Creates a New Pathway to Beauty Licensure—but the Rules Are Not Finished Yet A major change is coming to professional beauty education in Illinois. House Bill 3460 has been signed into law as Public Act 104-0478, creating an apprenticeship...

08/06/2026

Industry Insights Makeup Tutorials & Trends

Setting Powder vs Finishing Powder

What Pro Makeup Artists Actually Use (And Why It Matters) Many people think setting powder and finishing powder are the same thing, but as a professional makeup artist I can tell you they serve two completely different purposes. The following...

07/23/2026

Career Guides

Beauty College vs. Esthetics School: What’s the Difference and Which Is Right for You?

Choosing between a beauty college and an esthetics school can shape your entire career path. For students near Downers Grove, IL, understanding how these two school types differ may help you find the right fit before you enroll. What Is...

07/09/2026

Makeup Tutorials & Trends

The Pro MUA Guide to Under-Eye Concealer

How to Brighten, Correct, and Keep Concealer from Creasing Every professional makeup artist knows that the under-eye area can make or break a complexion. Dark circles, fine lines, and dehydration can quickly turn even the best makeup look into something...

06/25/2026

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New Illinois Beauty Apprenticeship Law: What Estheticians, Cosmetologists, Nail Technicians, Barbers & Salon Owners Need to Know Part 1

Setting Powder vs Finishing Powder

Beauty College vs. Esthetics School: What’s the Difference and Which Is Right for You?

The Pro MUA Guide to Under-Eye Concealer

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