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Anatomy and Physiology All-In-One for Dummies (+ Chapter Quizzes Online) by Erin Odya
Call Number: QP34.5 .O27 2023

ISBN: 9781394153657

Publication Date: 2023-03-28

Anatomy & Physiology All-in-One For Dummies is your go-to guide for developing a deep understanding of the parts of the human body and how it works. You’ll learn the body's structures and discover how they function with expert help from the book's easy-to-use teaching features.
Booked, Branded & Building: Field Guide for Newly Licensed Stylists by Jackie Jax Hair
Call Number: TT957 .J12 2025

Publication Date: 2025

"This is the guide they didn’t give you in cosmetology school — but should have. Booked, Branded & Building is a no-fluff, real-talk roadmap designed for stylists who are newly licensed and ready to build something big. Whether you’re commission-based, booth renting, or still figuring out your next move, this guide helps you skip the overwhelm and get straight to building your brand, booking clients, and moving like a boss behind the chair." --From the Author's website.
Cosmetology: Test Preparation Study Guide by National Learning Corporation
Call Number: TT958 .C834 2020

ISBN: 9781731870346

Publication Date: 2020-03-15

The Cosmetology Passbook® in the Test Your Knowledge Series features general test questions in this field of study. It provides hundreds of questions and answers designed to prepare you for similar types of questions to be found on a variety of exams.
Encyclopedia of Hair by Victoria Sherrow
Call Number: TT957 .S553 2023

ISBN: 9781440873485

Publication Date: 2023-03-30

This popular volume on the culture of hair through human history and around the globe has been updated and revised to include even more entries and current information. This volume examines how hair-or lack thereof-can be an important symbol of gender, class, and culture around the world and through history. New entries have been added that look at specific world regions, hair coverings, political symbolism behind certain styles, and other topics.
Hair to Dye For by Ash Fortis
Call Number: TT973 .F743 2020

ISBN: 9781681885049

Publication Date: 2020-05-26

Ever wanted blue hair? How about red, purple, green, white, pink, or grey? How about a bunch of those at once? With this book, your fantasy hair can now become a reality. Written by well-known hair colorist Ash Fortis, this book includes step-by-step instructions on how to do dozens of different hair dye techniques, from highlights to hologram hair.
Natural and Curly Hair for Dummies by Johnny Wright
Call Number: TT972 .W947 2023

ISBN: 9781119843382

Publication Date: 2023

The complete how-to guide on all things textured hair Natural & Curly Hair For Dummies offers you step-by-step directions and accurate information to manage and style your hair.
Profit First for Salons by Ronit Enos
Call Number: TT965 .E59 2022

ISBN: 9781957048376

Publication Date: 2022-06-13

In Profit First for Salons for salon, spa, and barbershop owners, Ronit Enos walks through exactly what she did to take control of her business--and her life. Using the Profit First formula, learn to build profits, destroy debt, eliminate the work-overwork cycle, and become financially sound. Includes real-world examples of salon, spa, and barbershop owners who are using Profit First to thrive, reach new heights, and create incredible freedom for themselves and their team. -- Adapted from cover
Start Your Own Hair Salon and Day Spa by Eileen Figure Sandlin
Call Number: TT965 .S194 2005

ISBN: 9781932156874

Publication Date: 2005-04-19

Start Your Own Hair Salon and Day Spa will take you step-by-step through the entire process, from having the dream to making it a reality. Professional industry experts share inside information and invaluable advice, revealing how they have been successful in this lucrative business and, more important, how you can be successful, too.
Tracey Cunningham's True Color by Tracey Cunningham
Call Number: TT973 .C973 2021

ISBN: 9781419738111

Publication Date: 2021-05-04

Tracey Cunningham is the world's most in-demand hair colorist, working with Hollywood's biggest celebrities, and her influence on the beauty industry is unparalleled. In this book, Tracey traces the history of hair color and its global cultural influence and provides a practical manual for transforming your hair into its perfect true color--or even trying your hand at being an actual colorist. Tracey equips you with nutrition and lifestyle habits for healthy hair (the canvas for any good dye job), your essential pre-salon checklist, countless sources of hair color inspiration (including exclusive personal photos from and interviews with her A-list clients), and much more.

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MedlinePlus: Anatomy
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MedlinePlus: Skin, Hair, and Nails
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OHSA - Hair Salons: Facts about Formaldehyde in Hair Products
This OSHA page provides safety information on formaldehyde exposure from hair-smoothing products in salons and offers guidelines to protect workers' health.
OSHA - Health Hazards in Nail Salons
This OSHA resource provides safety and health information for nail salon workers and owners, covering topics such as ventilation, chemical exposure, and ergonomics. It offers practical tips and guidelines to create a safer workplace.

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Canva
Use Canva to create dynamic designs, salon menus, and branding for your salon and spa!

The Crash Course - Business: Entrepreneurship
The Crash Course: Business – Entrepreneurship is a 17-episode series providing a comprehensive, practical introduction to starting a business, ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs wanting structured guidance in idea development, launch, and growth.

The Crash Course - Business: Soft Skills
The Crash Course Business: Soft Skills series is a 17‑video collection focusing on essential interpersonal and workplace skills.

Hairstylist and Salon Owner: Starting and Owning a Salon Business (video)
A salon owner shares her journey from stylist to entrepreneur. She introduces a membership model, offering unlimited services for a monthly fee. This innovative approach transforms salon culture, strengthens client relationships, and drives business growth. Despite initial challenges, her determination and strategic planning led to success.

Office 365
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Florida Cosmetologist Licensing
The Cosmetology page on MyFloridaLicense.com provides information and online services for applying, renewing, and managing cosmetology licenses in Florida. It includes resources for individual professionals, salons, continuing education, and license verification.

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Open Library - Cosmetology
Read free library books online for cosmetology.

Anatomy and Physiology All-In-One for Dummies (+ Chapter Quizzes Online) by Erin Odya
Call Number: QP34.5 .O27 2023

ISBN: 9781394153657

Publication Date: 2023-03-28

Anatomy & Physiology All-in-One For Dummies is your go-to guide for developing a deep understanding of the parts of the human body and how it works. You’ll learn the body's structures and discover how they function with expert help from the book's easy-to-use teaching features.
Business Skills All-In-One for Dummies (E-Book) by The Experts at Dummies
Call Number: 9781119473978

ISBN: 9781119473978

Publication Date: 2018-04-17

There are some things that will never go out of style, and good business skills are one of them. With the help of this informative book, you'll learn how to wear multiple hats in the workplace no matter what comes your way--without ever breaking a sweat. Compiled from eight of the best Dummies books on business skills topics, Business Skills All-in-One For Dummies offers everything you need to hone your abilities and translate them into a bigger paycheck. Whether you're tasked with marketing or accounting responsibilities--or anything in between--this all-encompassing reference makes it easier than ever to tackle your job with confidence.
Digital Marketing for Dummies (E-Book) by Ryan Deiss; Russ Henneberry
Call Number: E-Book

ISBN: 9781119660484

Publication Date: 2020-08-25

Digital Marketing for Dummies has the tools you need to step into the digital world and bring your marketing process up to date. In this book, you'll discover how digital tools can expand your brand's reach and help you acquire new customers. Digital marketing is all about increasing audience engagement, and the proven strategy and tactics in this guide can get your audience up and moving!
Marketing for Dummies (E-Book) by Jeanette Maw McMurtry
Call Number: E-Book

ISBN: 9781119894872

Publication Date: 2022-11-08

This updated edition of Marketing for Dummies will walk you through the latest marketing technologies and methods, including customer experience, retargeting, digital engagement across all channels and devices, organic and paid SEO, Google ads, social media campaigns and posts, influencer and content marketing, and so much more. You'll discover what works, what doesn't, and what is best for your business and budget.

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