Hello Mandorians! 🤍 As beauty professionals, we may be the first to notice a change in a client’s hair or scalp. How we respond matters. This picture explains the roles of a cosmetologist, trichologist, and dermatologist. Each brings different knowledge and skills, and understanding those roles helps us support our clients and know when to refer. At Mandour Academy, I want our students to feel confident asking questions, recognizing their professional limits, and saying, This needs a medical opinion. Knowing when to refer is part of good client care. 💬 A client tells you, 'My hair is shedding more than usual.” What would you ask first? Share your answer below. Mrs. May Mandour Academy

Hey Mandourians! ✨ Our first Skincare Science Brief is now in Skincare Foundations. In this short video, we look at two studies: one about eczema and skin bacteria, and one about acne scars. As educators, we should always ask: What did the study actually measure? Watch the video in Skincare Foundations, then tell me here: Which study surprised you most, and why? — Mrs. May Mandour Academy

Hello Mandourians! 💚 Arizona has become the first state to issue multistate cosmetology licenses through the Cosmetology Licensure Compact. This gives eligible cosmetologists a simpler way to work across participating states without applying for a separate license in each state. 📚 How many training hours does Arizona require? • Cosmetology: 1,500 hours • Esthetics: 600 hours • Barbering: 1,200 hours • Hairstyling: 1,000 hours • Nail Technology: 600 hours 💡 What should we know? • The multistate license currently covers cosmetologists—not separate esthetics, barbering, nail technician, or teacher licenses. • Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, including living in the state issuing their multistate license. • Professionals must follow the rules of the state where they provide services. • New Jersey is not currently a participating state. This is an exciting step toward more work opportunities for beauty professionals! 💬 If your license allowed you to work in more states, where would you want to work? Source: "Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board" (https://bcb.az.gov/cosmetologycompactAZ)

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