Esthiology at Aveda Arts: What You’ll Learn and Where It Can Take You

If you’re passionate about skincare, wellness, and helping others look and feel their best, a career in esthiology might be your calling.

Our Aveda Arts Esthiology program provides in-depth training in skincare, makeup artistry, and body treatments using Aveda’s signature plant-based products and wellness rituals inspired by Ayurveda. With an emphasis on holistic beauty, you’ll learn how to treat the skin from the inside out, naturally.

Here’s a peek at what’s covered in our curriculum:

Skincare Techniques You’ll master the art of customized skin treatments designed to restore balance and radiance. You’ll gain hands-on experience with real guests in a professional salon setting, performing services like skin analysis, cleansing, masks, facials, and more.

Waxing & Hair Removal Our curriculum includes safe, effective techniques for facial and body waxing, as well as tweezing and other manual or chemical hair removal methods.

Makeup Artistry You’ll study makeup application, color theory, false lashes, lash tinting and perming, and more. You’ll also become familiar with the tools and products used to create flawless looks on all skin types.

Business Development To thrive in the beauty industry, you’ll need to understand the business side too! You’ll learn about retailing, client retention, inventory, professional ethics, and how to market yourself as a licensed esthetician.

Graduating from Aveda Arts means you’ll be prepared to pass your state esthetics licensing exam and launch your career with confidence. So what can you do with your license?

Here are just a few career possibilities:

Spa Esthetician – Work in day spas, wellness centers, or resorts performing facials, skin treatments, and relaxing body services.

Makeup Artist – Create beauty looks for weddings, special events, editorial shoots, or even the entertainment industry.

Waxing Specialist – Offer hair removal services in salons or as a solo entrepreneur.

Lash & Brow Technician – Specialize in lash extensions, lifts, tints, and brow shaping.

Skincare Product Consultant – Represent top skincare brands or work in retail to educate guests and drive sales.

Spa Manager or Owner – Use your business training to open your own spa or manage a team of professionals.

Real Graduate Success:

Aveda Arts Alum, Lexi Strother, turned her passion into a business by launching Faced by Lex shortly after graduation.

Lexi now offers a variety of beauty services to her growing client base, including makeup, waxing, and more.

Another inspiring journey is Callie Perk, an Aveda Arts graduate who launched her own beauty bar in Hammond, Louisiana. Today, she leads a talented team of professionals, offering a full range of services including lashes, lip blushing, brow tinting, and more.

If you’re ready to turn your passion for skincare into a career, Aveda Arts is the place to begin. Schedule a tour, meet our educators, and take the first step toward a glowing future. Connect with Admissions at 877-892-8332!