December 11, 2017
Can We Guess Your Zodiac Sign? Take Our Quiz!
Does your zodiac sign perfectly describe you, or is yours totally off? Using questions about your hair habits, we bet we can guess your zodiac sign. Just try us! Did we get your sign right? Make sure to let us know in the comments below! Looking to refresh your hair routine? Check out our student…
November 21, 2017
Welcome TIGI to Xenon Academy in Nebraska
At Xenon Academy we are dedicated to helping our students reach their dreams and achieve their career goals. That devotion goes beyond the emotional support and the cutting system that we have developed. It delves deeper into our rich history and passion, into the products that we use, and the systems that we teach. Because…
October 18, 2017
What is a Lash Lift?
Lash lifts are now available at Xenon Academy’s Student Spa*, but what are they and what does that mean for you? Lash lifts are fairly new, so if you don’t know what this amazing technique is, you are not alone! Invented by a Swiss permanent-makeup artists by the name of Sandra Viglino in 2016, this…
October 12, 2017
Xenon. The Man Who Founded Our School.
What is a Xenon? ”Zee-none”, “Zen-yn”… how do you say that? Who is Xenon? These are all questions we get quite frequently. It’s no wonder, it has been several years since Xenon’s revolutionary work graced the runways, magazine covers, and stages of the world. In fact, doing a google search will get you answers that…
5 Tips to Help Build up Your Clientele
Building up your clientele before graduating beauty school is one of the most important steps toward a successful career. In fact, many current cosmetologist and estheticians say that building their client base before graduating was a make or break for them. This is one of the reasons that we, Xenon Academy, include a business education…
August 11, 2017
Does Cosmetology School Require a GED?
Do Cosmetology Schools Require a GED or High School Diploma? The answer depends on where you live. This is a question that we get a lot from both our Nebraska and Colorado locations, and the requirements for attending cosmetology schools are different in every state. The majority of states, including both Colorado and Nebraska, require…
July 27, 2017
The Pivot Point Curriculum Difference
“We believe it’s our responsibility to evolve hair and beauty education, challenging the status quo.” – Pivot Point® International When it comes to beauty school curriculums the options are varied, with systems that range from the wild and crazy to the trendy and bizarre. But of all these options there are a few staples that…
July 21, 2017
Which Beauty School Path Should You Take? Take Our Quiz!
The world of beauty is as varied as the types of hairstyles available. With so many potential career paths, it might be hard to decide which is right for you. Beauty is in your blood! If you need help narrowing down the perfect path from all the options, our quiz can help. Are you ready…
July 20, 2017
Happy 30th Anniversary to Xenon Academy!
30 years ago the owners of the Peel’s Salon Services partnered with acclaimed stylist: Xenon. Born Peter Michael Franelli, Xenon had a passion for beauty, and it was a passion he was destined to share. Coming from a 75 year commitment to offering quality salon products and equipment, the Peel family was proud to…
June 23, 2017
5 Tips on What Not to Do with Your Hair
A good cosmetologist should know what is happening in the beauty industry. They should know what styles and trends are in, what good practices are, and they definitely should know what not to do. At Xenon Academy, we do our best to make sure our students learn everything they need to know to be successful…