ANNOUNCEMENT: The school will be closed from July 5th through the 25th to finish the last phase of our building remodel
" The Aesthetics Institute provided a safe and positive learning environment with enough hands-on experience to make me feel confident in the field of Esthetics and Advanced Esthetics.
I find myself referring people here often for both enrollment and treatment."
Student Success Tip:
" Take the time to really explore the different career opportunities there are in this industry. Ask questions, and seriously consider each opportunity so you can make an educated decision on the path you might want to take.
I thought learning about strategies for building clientele, such as seasonal and referral promotion sales ideas, was really helpful and interesting and could help me grow my future business."
" The Aesthetics Institute provided a safe and positive learning environment with enough hands-on experience to make me feel confident in the field of Esthetics and Advanced Esthetics.
I find myself referring people here often for both enrollment and treatment."
Student Success Tip:
" Take the time to really explore the different career opportunities there are in this industry. Ask questions, and seriously consider each opportunity so you can make an educated decision on the path you might want to take.
I thought learning about strategies for building clientele, such as seasonal and referral promotion sales ideas, was really helpful and interesting and could help me grow my future business."
" AAs a student: Amazing staff, incredible curriculum, and endless support after graduating! As a client: I can trust in services knowing how well their students are taught and have to practice before taking clients. Services from students are equally relaxing as they are result driven!"
" As a student: Amazing staff, incredible curriculum, and endless support after graduating! As a client: I can trust in services knowing how well their students are taught and have to practice before taking clients. Services from students are equally relaxing as they are result driven!"
" Being a student at the Aesthetics Institute has truly exceeded my expectations! I enjoy coming in on my scheduled days, being able to gain hands-on experience, and having fun while doing it all!! The teachers really do expect greatness and professionalism from us, and I appreciate their care while we’re on our way to success! Most of all, my teacher Tashauna has been nothing but supportive and just overall the best teacher! We love you!"
" Being a student at the Aesthetics Institute has truly exceeded my expectations! I enjoy coming in on my scheduled days, being able to gain hands-on experience, and having fun while doing it all!! The teachers really do expect greatness and professionalism from us, and I appreciate their care while we’re on our way to success! Most of all, my teacher Tashauna has been nothing but supportive and just overall the best teacher! We love you!"
" I attended the Aesthetics Institute in their Masters Esthetics Program this past November. I graduated in February 2023, and by March 2023, I had opened my own business as an independent contractor. The Aesthetics Institute set me up for not nothing short of success. The Institute and its instructors taught me so much, and I’m forever grateful for the amount of passion they have for this industry and the hard work they put into me and helping me be successful. My experience was incredible! I highly recommend going to this school!!"
" I attended the Aesthetics Institute in their Masters Esthetics Program this past November. I graduated in February 2023, and by March 2023, I had opened my own business as an independent contractor. The Aesthetics Institute set me up for not nothing short of success. The Institute and its instructors taught me so much, and I’m forever grateful for the amount of passion they have for this industry and the hard work they put into me and helping me be successful. My experience was incredible! I highly recommend going to this school!!"
" My experience at the Aesthetics Institute was everything I dreamt it would be and more! I graduated confident with my first-class education in this cutting-edge career. The Aesthetics Institute propelled me to an exciting career path that allows me to support my family, live my passions, and grow with each year that comes. I will be forever grateful for my time at the Aesthetics Institute!"
" My experience at the Aesthetics Institute was everything I dreamt it would be and more! I graduated confident with my first-class education in this cutting-edge career. The Aesthetics Institute propelled me to an exciting career path that allows me to support my family, live my passions, and grow with each year that comes. I will be forever grateful for my time at the Aesthetics Institute!"
" I attended the Aesthetics Institute from 2016-2017. I completed their Master Esthetician Program and then took their Advanced Esthetics Program. Since then, I have worked at several Day Spas and Med Spas, and I must say that my knowledge acquired in school far exceeded any of my colleagues who attended elsewhere. Even after completing my programs, I’m still able to ask for esthetics advice from my former instructors. And I enjoy coming in to get services from the current students. I highly recommend this school if you’re going to pursue a career in esthetics!"
" I attended the Aesthetics Institute from 2016-2017. I completed their Master Esthetician Program and then took their Advanced Esthetics Program. Since then, I have worked at several Day Spas and Med Spas, and I must say that my knowledge acquired in school far exceeded any of my colleagues who attended elsewhere. Even after completing my programs, I’m still able to ask for esthetics advice from my former instructors. And I enjoy coming in to get services from the current students. I highly recommend this school if you’re going to pursue a career in esthetics!"
" I learned far beyond what the average school offers at the Aesthetics Institute! That became so clear when I got a job, and my boss was impressed by my knowledge and skill level being a new esthetician. The teachers will take time to have you truly understand your clients' skin and support you every step of the way in performing services."
" I learned far beyond what the average school offers at the Aesthetics Institute! That became so clear when I got a job, and my boss was impressed by my knowledge and skill level being a new esthetician. The teachers will take time to have you truly understand your clients' skin and support you every step of the way in performing services."
Meet Peyton Lee Tunstall, AI Masters Esthetics graduate and business owner! We caught up with Peyton recently at her very cute business, Peyton Lee Esthetics.
Our Campus Visits Coordinator had the very difficult job of laying down for one of her relaxing and rejuvenating facial services, and had the opportunity to ask her a few questions about her career in esthetics. Learn about Peyton’s journey from student to business owner below.
Name: Peyton Lee Tunstall
Business Name: Peyton Lee Esthetics
Website
Social: @peytonleeesthetics
Location: 8525 SW Barbur Blvd. Portland Oregon 97219
What program did you complete?
Masters Esthetics
When did you attend the school?
I started in November, 2018 and graduated in October, 2019.
When did you start your business?
In January, 2020.
What services do you offer?
I currently offer lash enhancements, brow shaping, facials, and facial waxing.
What about the AI program did you feel most contributed to your success today?
The real life hands on training! Also the expectations they have of their students set the bar for what the standard in my business should be.
Why did you want to start your own esthetician business?
I love feeling like I have complete creative control from the atmosphere to the services I provide.
What do you wish you knew prior to starting your business?
This is a tough question for me because I come from a family of business owners in this industry, who I learned a lot from early on and I felt I knew a lot more going into this than most people do when they start their business.
The thing that really comes to mind is that I didn’t expect how much of my time would be dedicated to my business, outside of the services I do. It’s more time consuming than I anticipated starting out, but so worth it!
What were the resources that really helped you start your own business?
Instagram! The the Etsy community on Instagram is very supportive and is a great recourse for education recourses.
@aiofportland Avery offers litterally every service taught at our esthetician school 👀🤯 @ @Circadia #circadiaskincare #theaestheticsinstitute #businessowner #beautyeducation #estitiktok #skincare #lacticacid #chemicalpeel ♬ Money Trees - Kendrick Lamar
@aiofportland Avery offers litterally every service taught at our esthetician school 👀🤯 @ @Circadia #circadiaskincare #theaestheticsinstitute #businessowner #beautyeducation #estitiktok #skincare #lacticacid #chemicalpeel ♬ Money Trees - Kendrick Lamar
Meet Averie Hough, recent AI Masters Esthetics graduate. If you want to know what kind of student Averie was at the school, just know that she graduated in February, 2023 and opened her own business in March, 2023.
Claire, our Campus Visits Coordinator, recently had the opportunity to go check out Averie’s new place and speak with her about her very fast transition from hard-working student to even harder-worker business owner who provides every service taught in our Masters esthetics program. Read about how Averie found the motivation to hit the ground running after graduating.
Name: Averie Hough
Business Name: Akeyla Beauty
Website
Social: @peytonleeesthetics
Location: 1055 NE 25th Ave, Unit O Hillsboro OR 97124
Phone: (971) 290-9098
What program did you complete?
Masters Esthetics
When did you attend the school?
I attended September and graduated February 10th!
When did you start your business?
I started my business a month after graduating from the school. March 10th, 2023 was my grand opening.
What services do you offer?
Microdermabrasion, chemical peels, photo light therapy (face & body), dermaplaning, Acne Boot Camp, facials, European facials, lash lifts and tints, brow shaping, waxing and lamination, full body waxing, micro current, and massage!
What about the AI program did you feel most contributed to your success today?
I felt very confident in the skills that I learned from the school. Jumping into opening my business so quickly felt very smooth with lots of support and advice from my instructors to guide me throughout the process.
Why did you want to start your own esthetician business?
I have always been passionate about skin health, along with being very motivated to learn and grow along the way. I felt that opening my own business would give me the opportunity to learn about my clients’ skin on a much deeper level. I have always wanted to own my own practice and it has been nothing short of incredible.
What do you wish you knew prior to starting your business?
To take it slow and to think hard and long about big purchases. I say pay yourself first and invest back into your business. Celebrate your small successes and be proud of yourself, don’t compare yourself to other professionals who’ve been in the business much longer, but learn from everyone!
What were the resources that really helped you start your own business?
Some resources I took a lot from was investing my time into learning from others and listening to podcasts of successful entrepreneurs. My instructor Jade gave me a lot of insight and guidance along with my family who was so supportive. Creating a routine for myself gave me structure to create content and keep myself in check!
@aiofportland Avery offers litterally every service taught at our esthetician school 👀🤯 @ @Circadia #circadiaskincare #theaestheticsinstitute #businessowner #beautyeducation #estitiktok #skincare #lacticacid #chemicalpeel ♬ Money Trees - Kendrick Lamar
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Our online curriculum is supplemented with our corresponding workbook. Check out a few select pages from this workbook to get an idea of some of the ideas and concepts you will be learning about in our Masters Esthetics Program.
