7 Cosmetology School Must-Haves!

If you are going to beauty school, you might want to know what some of the cosmetology school must-haves are! Here at Summit Salon Academy Perrysburg, we have an advanced cosmetology program that covers esthetics, hair, and nails. We’ve handpicked the items we believe are the most important for an aspiring beauty professional, plus we’ve added in some other relevant items too.

1. A Cosmetology Kit

The first item that’s a must have is a cosmetology kit! Summit Salon Academy Perrysburg provides Sam Villa professional tools available for students to purchase. These are salon-grade tools, because we want you to have tools that will enhance your learning experience. Here’s some tools that might be included in the kit:

• A variety of shears
• Hair brush set
• Blow dryer
• Flat iron
• Hair clips
• Comb
• Apron
• Mannequin heads
• Manicure and pedicure set
• Makeup kit
• Electric clippers
• Comb Set

Each kit varies per school, so it’s important to find a school that offers everything you need. Check out our class catalog to see everything that’s included in ours. Let’s dive into other cosmetology school must-haves!

2. Hair Accessories

Keeping a hair clip or hair tie on you is essential! You never know when you might need to pull your hair back. Cosmetologists often work with bleach or hair coloring products, and you won’t want to get products in your own hair. If you have short hair or bangs, barrettes or clips can be a fun way to pull your hair back with style. Scrunchies can be fashionable for longer hair, or a simple hair tie will do.

3. Organization Tools

The best cosmetologists are the ones who stay organized! Having a planner is always a good idea to write down class times, important project dates, events, and anything else that you need to fit into your schedule. Time is important to both you and your clients.

A great cosmetologist sets an appointment time for each client and makes sure that they have the products they need ahead of time. It may be a good idea to get in the habit of scheduling everything while you’re in school to prepare for your future.

A notebook and a pen is also good to bring to class to take notes and write down anything necessary. You never know when you are going to refer back to your notes for an exam.

4. A Water Bottle That Will Last!

Reusable water bottles are trending! The cool part is that there are water bottles made with materials that can keep your ice from melting! You can purchase a water bottle at a local store or online!

You can choose water bottles that have a design or ones that are one solid color that you can decorate with stickers! Putting your school sticker on them or adding stickers from places you’ve traveled to can be cool. We want our students to stay hydrated so that they can have the best experience with our cosmetology program.

5. A Bag To Carry Everything in

With all of the tools and items you are taking to school you will want something to carry it all in! A backpack or a simple handbag will do. In fact, our kit includes a book bag, too! Here’s some other items you can keep in this bag:

• Deodorant
• Chapstick
• Snacks
• Hair accessories
• Hand sanitizer
• Nail filer
• Other hygiene products

It’s good to come prepared with these items in case you break a nail, need to freshen up a bit, or if you get hungry. Keep these items in your bag so you can maintain your overall health and wellness!

6. Back-to-School Clothes

Everyone loves back-to-school clothes! Some beauty schools require a dress code. Here at Summit Salon Academy Perrysburg, we request that you wear all black. You can present yourself as a professional while you’re still in school and can finish the look with a black apron and custom name tag.

Aprons are part of the cosmetology uniform because they can help protect clothing from getting bleach and other hair products on them. Those are included as part of the kit, too!

7. Comfy Shoes Are a Must-Have!

It’s important to wear shoes that you feel comfortable in. While you may have more flexibility on the color of your shoes, black shoes will go with your outfit and look professional. Cosmetologists often stand while they do their clients’ hair and makeup. There will be a good amount of standing and sitting, so make sure that your shoes provide good support.

Are You Ready To Go Back to School?

We hope this blog has prepared you to know the items you might need for cosmetology school. As part of a beauty education at Summit Salon Academy Perrysburg, you can make new friends, build communication skills, and start building your dreams! Check out our blog on cosmetology to further prepare you for your school year.

If you decide a future in cosmetology is right for you, learn more about our program and take the next steps to apply! You can book a tour of our school to see yourself at our school. We can’t wait to meet you!