If you’re a New Yorker looking to become an esthetician, then you’ll need to take the proper exams to get licensed. After you’ve completed a minimum of 600 hours of esthetics training at a licensed institution, you’re eligible to take the esthetician licensing exams in New York state, which include both a written test and […]
Laser hair removal treatments are some of the most in-demand esthetic services around, providing a quick and nearly painless means of long-term hair removal. Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (or IPL) treatments are great for removing hair from the body safely and rapidly. But how do these treatments work so efficiently? Today we’re discussing the […]
At our most recent open house here at Atelier Esthetique Institute, Michelle, a future student, asked a question we hear often: “How can I go to school while still keeping my full-time job?” Michelle wants to train for a career in esthetics but doesn’t want to leave the 9-to-5 job that she currently has. Balancing […]
Being recognized by New York Magazine has long been a sign of importance to culture in Manhattan and beyond. One of their most beloved features is their “Best of New York” section, highlighting the greatest things to find in the city as chosen by peers in a given field. In July of 2024, their list […]
Whether you’re thinking of becoming an esthetician or you’ve been working in the field for years, staying up to date on the latest advancements in the industry is crucial to keep yourself competitive and successful. Currently, holistic and organic skincare treatments are growing in popularity, and now is the time to take advantage of them. […]
Recently seen in the pages of Harper’s Bazaar in two separate issues, makeup artist Whitney Genee’ has found success styling people to be featured in international magazines. But not too long ago, Whitney was a student learning the ins and outs of esthetics at Atelier Esthetique Institute. Only a few months after graduation, Whitney found […]
For estheticians, a basic licensing course can open the door to your career. However, you can’t expect to learn everything about becoming an esthetician in only a short time. The esthetics field is vast, and many licensing courses only cover what is required for licensure. If you want to stand out within the esthetics field, […]
Many of our students arrive at Atelier Esthetique Institute with drive and entrepreneurial spirit in hopes of starting their own business. One of the greatest aspects of working as an esthetician is the ability to build your own client base and create your own treatment plans, and many estheticians often make their own independent companies […]
We recently had a photo shoot to showcase what it’s like to be an esthetician student at Atelier Esthetique Institute. We brought in a handful of our recent Atelier Esthetique alumni to demonstrate their skills for the cameras. In between shooting, we sat down with some of our alums to ask questions about what Atelier […]
If you flip through an esthetics textbook, you’ll see lessons about skin, physical health, anatomy, patient care, and much more. However, learning from a book is only part of the education you need to become an esthetician. Working hands-on is one thing, but attending a school like Atelier Esthetique Institute allows you to learn real-world […]