Student Tazjae Jones, cosmetology student, created this colorful updo using traditional pin curls.

Our Plainville students recently had a cutting class with @sharkfinwilly with Shark Fin Shears. Some take aways from his class were: Mullets New haircuts out now are rounded mullets. Check out some on: https://hairstylecamp.com/mullet-haircuts/ Bangs Working on bangs is a whole consultation in itself. There are so many styles. Today’s popular bang is the curtain…

Skincare specialists (Esthetics) is an industry that has been listed as having a Bright Outlook. By 2028, there is anticipated to be a nearly 11% increase in the number of skincare industry jobs. Recently the CT enacted a new requirement calling for Estheticians to be licensed after July 1, 2020 through an approved school and…

Danjela Domi received Student if the Month at our Plainville campus. Here is a recent interview we had with her and please join us in congratulating her. ✨1- Why do you think you got Student if the Month & were you surprised? There are so many people that deserve it. They come everyday, even when…

Here are some questions we asked Sabrina during her Student of the Month interview. She is about to complete her school journey later this week. How did it feel when you 1st started the Cosmetology program at International Institute of Cosmetology and what helped you get through school? I was really nervous, but I would…

Leonardo Gugliotti, IIC’s Artistic Director, spent time talking to students about how to clientele in the salon. Passing on his knowledge of over 30 years experience he said “Always remember to stay fresh for each client.  Your client may tell you things that they don’t tell anyone else.  Listen to them.” Leo credits his success…

On January 22nd at the Oakdale theatre in Wallingford, CT. Alumni Mathena Rosa – Gahr @MUA_MATHENA created makeup designs for the Raw Artists showcase. Mathena said, “it was a great opportunity to show my work”. Her work includes special effects, airbrush and more.  She also does hair and makeup at Gugliotti Salon in Rocky Hill,…

Kasey Smart @kc_studyhair How do you think your progress in school led to student of the month? Miss Molly and Miss Gina really saw my inner confidence and brought it out with working on clients. I didn’t think I could consult enough to get them the results they were looking for. Once I was reassured…

Jessica Russ @beautbyjessr Why do you think you got student of the month? Because I come to school and focus on what needs to be ✅ done. Tunnel vision tends to be my way.  I look at each day as a time to accomplish everything needed and it works for me. What motivates you⁉️ In…

IIC Educator Molly Daukas @vanityonedge was one of 4 recipients of the Beauty Changes Lives Fall 2019 Horst Rechelbacher Sustainable Success Scholarships! Molly has been an instructor at IIC for nearly five years, and is also an IIC alumni. We are very proud of her accomplishment and the passion for the beauty industry that she…