I have been here many times and I have never had any serious issues with this school. I know there have been problems with other guests but they are few and far between. I have seen approximately 3 people with issues and that is in the 8 years I have been coming. I would say that if you are a high maintenance person (especially with your hair), this may not be the right spot for you. Also, don't kid yourself, if you ARE high maintenance, you know who you are, it's OK. Just remember, these are STUDENTS. If you are open to students learning on you this may be a very affordable alternative for your hair! The one down side is the check-in process. Give yourself plenty of time since there will probably be a long, slow moving line. I will still be coming, so say hi if you see me! read more

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What a waste of $25,000. There's lots of drama with young inexperienced teachers. Save your money!

I will admit I was hesitate to come here for the longest not knowing what to expect. I think what I appreciated most was that it's a slower process in that they need to get approval from their pros before moving on. This allowed for fewer mistakes in my opinion and allowed for the customer to speak up if they wanted something changed or differently. Nothing is worse when hairdressers go to fast and are hard of listening of when to stop. I would just reccomend reserving a date to book a person that's right for your needs. read more

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Winter Park-Super stocked Aveda store located next to their institute. Everybody in the store was very helpful and gave us all kinds of good information regarding different products. We will be back! read more

Aveda Institute - Orlando - Cosmetology Schools Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

As an Esthetitian student here at Orlando branch I would say emphatically GO TO SCHOOL SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!! Aveda is AWESOME but the Orlando branch is horrible. Educators are angry all the time, equipment is constantly broken and most a huge safety violation, the teaching is inconsistent and can barely be called teaching. They demand excellence from their students but NOT themselves, they barely give 10% and expect 110% from the students. The Esthiology department is treated like we dont matter from Administration, because the Cosmetology department is what they were built for. We have broken equipment, are constantly out of products and disposables, and our concerns are laughed off and swept under the rug. There is constant DRAMA amongst the teachers and between Educators and students and forget about taking concerns to Administration that run the building because they care less about the students than the teachers do. From my whole experience, students are treated like dirt, they are treated like peasants, and that we should be privileged to be allowed to pay money to step over the threshold. I do not usually write reviews but my experience, along with my fellow students, had such a horrible experience here I want to WARN everyone I can from going to this Orlando branch. If you can, seriously go to Tampa Aveda or anywhere else. Aveda's curriculum is top notch and the ability to work on paying clients and get real worl experience is amazing, Truly. But this building leaves Allot to be desired and just makes you feel gross by the time you leave you cant wait to never see any of these people again. Worst College experience I have EVER had. Hope this helps save some people from allot of distress. read more

*this review is from the experience of being a student client, not for the educational experience* After years of pacing this location I finally gave it a go - and overall a very great experience! Everyone was very friendly and the students were professional and to be appreciated of you coming in. My first experience was for a facial with Cali. Shoutout to this student! From the first greeting to closing she was very professional and welcoming. After explaining it was my first time - not only for facial but booking an appointment she was quick to ensure I was aware of what to expect and to clarify and walk me through processes. She provided the option of a quiet treatment or one explaining the steps and what was being applied. Ad this was meant as an educational experience (especially for myself) I requested the walk through. She did a great job ensuring I understood what was being used and why and what I can do at home. At the end I learned it was her first time with a client at the school. I was surprised, as she was incredibly professional and I would have guessed she'd done it a variety of times with how smooth the entire experience was. The haircut experience with Liz was overall positive. She was super friendly and very easy to talk with - a great thing since you are with them for a good amount of time even if not doing a specialty service! I could tell this was a true passion. She was able to teach me a few hair care things I had no idea about (apparently I've been conditioning wrong) and really inspired me in ways to improve my hair health. She also was not afraid to ask for assistance when handling an area she was unfamiliar with - ensuring that mistakes were not made on the client and that she could use this as an opportunity to continue to grow and learn tools. At the end of whatever session you complete, each student ends with personally escorting you back to the entrance and walk you through the products. I appreciate that this process is more about the informative aspect than high pressure sales like you'll find at many haircut places. There was no pressure. I will definitely return to explore more of their spa and aesthetician services, as these are newer areas to me and the prices are great to get a feel for the experiences while also helping provide valuable experiences and feedback to students. At the end of each session the instructor will pop in periodically to provide guidance, check on their technique, and ask for your feedback. Don't be afraid to be open and honest as that is the purpose! As a friendly reminder be sure to bring some cash - students can accept tips (they do not ask so keep that in mind if you are wanting to provide the tip - which I feel you should since they are providing a service - be sure to give it to them before parting ways. You will not get the opportunity when checking out). read more

As always, service was amazing today. My stylist, Jay, did a great job, with guidance from her knowledgeable instructor, Isabel. Checking in and out was hassle free with Elbany and Eve. They were so polite, helpful and respectful. What a great team! read more

I went in for a facial before my wedding. Inside, it was busy and bustling, until we entered the spa area, where it was dimly lit, soft music was playing, and it smelled like essential oils. The facial was very relaxing. McKayla did my treatment and paid close attention to detail, assessing my skin and involving her educator for confirmation of the protocol she selected. My skin is sensitive so she did a sensitive protocol with hydrating treatment. The shoulder massage was amazing and my skin was so glowy afterward. It was affordable too. Definitely going to go back again although she is graduating soon. If you want to try aveda out for a facial, stop thinking and just do it! read more

Got there and was greeted right away. I was told there were no appts today, but I could do a consultation. Well, ended up having my hair done. They said my hair is very healthy and beautiful. Hearing that made my day They recommended a trim and a botanical mask. They loved everything about my hair and did not want to cut it. The personnel is friendly and seem very genuine. They ask questions and take your answers and comments into consideration when giving you hair advice. The vibe is pretty relaxed, but also busy and loud. Awesome prices for all of their services. read more

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I had been curious about trying this place for a while and finally decided to go for it. I scheduled an appointment for a half head highlight and haircut. I received a voicemail 25 MINUTES BEFORE MY APPOINTMENT telling me that they had to cancel my appointment because the student was running behind. I was already halfway there and only found out because I called to let them know that I may be a few minutes late due to a horrible rainstorm. If I hadn't called, I wouldn't have heard the message until I arrived - and I would have driven an hour to get there. I understand that this is a school but it's also a business and it's is a TERRIBLE business practice to treat clients this way. Hopefully the students came with better ethical standards because they clearly aren't being taught how to treat clients. read more

If I could rate lower I could. As a full sail student you come to expect that other career colleges take things seriously. Not allowing your students enough time for so much as a bathroom break and making them rush from client to client is shameful. Especially with how fancy art schools like to have extravagant cuts and colors. Randomly shocking your unpaid interns from studying with "hands on experience" and not allowing time for one on one connection in customer service. It us astonishing that you somehow expect us to believe you treat animals better. Unprofessional. read more

I've visited Aveda Institute a couple times for facial services and I can say they are always amazing. The service is lovely and of course at a discounted price because the service providers are students. They offer a wide variety of hair services, nail services, massages and facials. I would definitely call and schedule an appointment if you're looking for a full care day but not wanting to break the bank! read more

My 90 minute facial was scheduled for 1300. I waited until approximately 1315 to be greeted by my esthetician and was told we were "waiting for a paper" that she needed in order to get started. Ultimately the facial didn't start until after 1330 but I was still charged for a 90 minute facial despite ultimately receiving an hour-long treatment. read more

Run as far away as possible. The director is one sided, lessons are disorganized many times they don't even have an instructor for the day. The rules they give you when you sign up are not enforced. I was told by the director that if she enforced the rules she would have to kick every student out. Very disappointing education ! Don't waste your money. Hard to meet your required quotas because clients don't show up on time or at all. read more

DO NOT COME HERE! Came here for the first time to check it out and maybe get a blowout but when I walked through the school there was water leaking from the ceiling with trash cans to catch it and they still made the students work right next to it! Not to mention the smell in this place smelled like a sewer. I thought because it was Aveda it had to be nice but I was extremely disappointed. Can't imagine being a student here. read more

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I have two teens. One went Wednesday at 11am, with an appointment, for highlights and when she got there they said there was no appointment. They said they could get her in and she waited an hour. Then they said come back at 1pm. She obliged and didn't get done until around 6pm. Way too long For basic highlights. My other daughter went in today with an appointment at 9:30 for full highlights and a haircut. Both girls have the same hair. The stylist said oh it looks like you had color before what have you done in the past. We said she used sunbum lightener last summer and it's very grown out. She immediately got her teacher and he said we can't work on this hair And very loudly said we would damage it too much by using bleach on damaged hair. He said it's so damaged and just acted disgusted, which her hat is not damaged because she regularly gets treatments and haircuts. I said I've never heard you can't work on hair a year after it had sunbum lightener in it and that my other daughter with the same hair came in 2 days ago and you did her hair. He got louder, rude and started moving my daughter's hair around saying how bad it was. My daughter was completely embarrassed because the surrounding stylists were staring at her by now. I was completely thrown off by what he was saying. It was not true and that's not what you should be teaching your students to treat a customer like if their hair was damaged. You should be giving them options for treatments or something else. I was completely thrown off by the whole experience and will never come back to Aveda. We went to Paul Mitchell the same day and they did her hair in a couple hours. They said her hair looked healthy and there was no issue getting highlights. I am completely disgusted with the customer service the educator provided. If he treats clients like that I sure wouldn't want him as my teacher. read more

Terrible guest service. Takes forever and rarely end up with what you had hoped or even close

Amazing school and turnout for my daughter. She graduated as an esthetician and we are so proud of her.she already has a job and is working through college. She learned so much . She took clients toward the end for tips .I got a facial as part of her program and it was most relaxing ! Very professional, I really enjoyed it . read more

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I have mixed feelings for this place. I actually came here looking to go to school for Aesthetics. I paid the $50 non refundable enrollment fee to find out that my school accredition was not valid. The funny and weirdest thing is I also applied to Valencia college with the same school accreditation and was enrolled for my A.S course: How does a city college accept my accreditation and this privately owned school doesn't?!? I'm still clueless on how they run their operations. Now for the good part, my cousin went here and is now a very successful business owner. She doesn't do hair anymore only lashes but this school gave her the advantages of being a self employed business owner. The products are amazing!! I would come here for blow outs and hair cuts by the students. I know soon a i'll be booking an appointment at night time for the students who rarely get people to work on. Other than that, this is how I feel about this place. read more

Let me start with the positive--great haircut at a great price. But the service is all over the place. My very first visit a couple of years ago for a basic haircut and style took two hours!! I wasn't pleased at the length of time but decided to give them another chance because my haircut was good. I went back several more times with a great results (each visit the same--shampoo, haircut and style --all done in less than an hour). Yesterday, I had an appointment and oh my word, the stylist was in over her head. I realize the stylists are students but they are also about to graduate and enter the working world. She had trouble attaching my cape, couldn't wrap my wet hair in a towel and it took her 2 hours to do a basic cut (my hair was completely dry before she was finished with the cut). The stylist lack confidence and ability to do a simple haircut in a timely basis. read more

got a makeup application for my birthday. I understand it's too much a gamble to be cheap on a birthday. but i don't think it should be like this still. my seat was in the lobby, facing the lobby. th questions were, "do you need mascara? do you need to do brows? you need lipcolor?" to my understanding, makeup application is more than foundation. however, after the first step, which was the foundation, pretty every step is too much to ask for, or something i don't need to get done. the eyeshadow makes my eyes look swollen badly. i thought a student would do better than myself. read more

I had a wonderful facial today at the Aveda Institute. The entire experience was a pleasure, beginning and ending with incredible customer service by Andrew at check in and check out. I got the 90 minute facial with add on exfoliation. The student and instructor were excellent at determining what treatments were best for me and my skin looks and feels wonderful. read more

I recommend AVEDA Institute. My hairdresser, Master level Chris S, gave me a professional hair shampoo, skillfully accomplished haircut and blow out service in a comfortable, friendly and vibrant environment. My new hairstyle is exactly what I asked for. Given that Central Florida humidity is no friend to my hair, and I appreciate Chris's thoughtful styling education. I purchased anti-frizz smoothing and glossing products to utilize at home moving forward. My next appointment is already booked. Thank you, Chris S and AVEDA Institute, for delightful experience. read more

Blond hair girl/women helped us select products, become hair customers and feel seen at the same time. She was perfect, and she I wish I remembered her name. We are looking forward to our haircuts and other services in the future. read more

Horrible experience!!! Paid WAY too much... was quoted 75 ended up 175! The entire appointment was bad. Ileft in tears

Kristen D. did a wonderful job on my haircut! I love the style and products there. Going back again in 6 weeks.

My first experiences were pretty good but I was also just getting a haircut. The other two times I came in for highlights.. it was pretty much a disaster. My stylist doing my hair the first time was very attentive but then the instructor told her to use a color toner for my highlights that turned my hair red (I was going for caramel ). It wasn't the stylist's fault, it was more the instructor telling her what shades to use. But when I calmly mentioned "that's not really what I was looking for" the instructor came over and started yelling at me in the middle of a crowded shop and telling me I didn't know what I was seeing. I left very unhappy but came back to correct the color, where they added another toner. I decided to give it another chance after since they were willing to correct it the first time. My second time getting highlights was more of a nightmare. My stylist was nice but never checked on how my hair was processing, which can be a little scary. She cut my hair shorter than what we discussed, she damaged my ends with the dye and curled so I was unable to tell my hair was cut uneven until I got home. I called to tell the manager that my hair was cut uneven and they brought me back in. I had been in the salon for 5+ hours, more than double time I've spent anywhere else. When I returned to correct the haircut the instructor could tell it was obviously cut very uneven, and agreed to fix as much as possible (which meant cutting even more ). Overall, as much as I like a deal and giving people a chance, it's not worth risking your hair by coming here. read more

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I love this beauty school! I have been purchasing their services for about 7-8 years. The school is very well managed from the front desk with Andrew (always very cordial and efficient), and the experienced teachers like Steve (hair salon) and Natasha (SPA). I do my hair coloring with master students. Every student follows directions from the floor teacher. If you have any concerns about your hair, you will receive first a teacher's consultation before the student proceeds with the work. The spa program is wonderful. You can get different services. I usually get the 60 minutes facial with the Plant Cell mask. It's a product that you can only have at the spa and it rejuvenates your face. I have also done waxing and more and I have always been satisfied. I am a retired teacher, so I love the school setting. If you are considering this institute for school purposes, all I can say is that the advanced students graduate knowing a lot and they look ready for their new career when completed the courses. One last but very important reason why I use this Aveda Institute is the quality of their products. They are natural and they have improved the health of my hair and skin. read more

During my time as a student at the Aveda Institute in Orlando Fl, I faced significant challenges that during my time as a student at the Aveda Institute (Orlando fl) , challenges that made completing the program far more difficult and stressful than expected. Policies regarding attendance, makeup hours, and leaves of absence were unclear and often communicated inconsistently, leaving students uncertain about what was required. Staff guidance frequently contradicted written materials, and administrative decisions regarding scheduling and program progression sometimes caused confusion and frustration. These issues, combined with unprofessional communication at times, created unnecessary stress and disrupted the learning experience. Overall, the program highlighted the need for clearer communication, consistent enforcement of policies, and stronger support for students to ensure a smoother and more successful educational experience. completing the program far more difficult and stressful than expected. Policies regarding attendance, makeup hours, and leaves of absence were unclear and often communicated inconsistently, leaving students uncertain about what was required. Staff guidance frequently contradicted written materials, and administrative decisions regarding scheduling and program progression sometimes caused confusion and frustration. These issues, combined with unprofessional communication at times, created unnecessary stress and disrupted the learning experience. If I could put zero stars I would. Save your time and money at a better school read more

The location leaves a lot to be desired and it's also fairly old. Having said that they do a good enough job because it's a school. Whoever cuts your hair today will likely as not be gone the next time you come in. You may or may not be able to follow them because they may be moving out of state. The price is right, the hair cuts are pretty good. read more

I'm very pleased with the service given to me. .The young men named Chris was very pleasant and very professional. Thanks read more

Hannah was an amazing, creative, and patient! She changed my whole hair color and it turned out beautiful! Will return for sure!

I was very pleased with the highlights and cut from Cherry who exceeded my expectations. The cost was very affordable. Cherry is a Masters student and has such a cheerful personality. She made me feel and look beautiful. Thank you for your dedication to your craft and seeing your customers leave much better than they arrived. Lynn D. read more

Exceptional service! Students deliver outstanding facials, showcasing impressive skills. The instructors are highly accommodating, ensuring that every service is tailored to your needs. read more

Mari was excellent! She gave me one of the best scalp massages ever!!! Also, she educated me on some services that I never realized were available. You guys definitely have a winner with Marianne aka Mari!! read more

I scheduled a haircut here with a Senior student. The entire experience was excellent. Everyone was professional and kind. The haircut itself was far better than any I'd received in a regular salon where I paid more money. When I checked out, I received two free small AVEDA samples and coupons to use for additional services. I highly recommend AVEDA Institute. read more

I had very low expectations when booking and arriving at our service appointment. I wanted to treat my tween daughter and her friend to a mani-pedi without breaking the bank. The prices were very reasonable--$30 for the combo and you get to keep your polish? Sign us up! The girls had a wonderful time. The students helping them were delightful and engaged them in conversation the whole time. It did take a little more than 2 hours for both services, but they are students who are being supervised by an educator who has to come by and check on their work, so I expected this to take a while. The polish looked great. They didn't have a ton of colors to choose from, but there is something for everyone. I would definitely try them again for nail services. My daughter will try them out for a simple haircut so we will soon see if their hair students provide a great experience as well! If you do want to come, know that the students do not get paid for what they do and you cannot give them a tip on your card, so bring cash! read more

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Smells great inside, everything looks nice. Reservation process online was easy, you get a text confirmation. I called to talk through our appointments because I made 5 pedicure, 3 manicure, and 3 hair cut appointments. Discussed with the person on the phone (I didn't get her name) ages for each child and what they each were having done. Kids were excited for our appointments, we went a few minutes early for day before school excitement. We get there at check in and they won't let my 4 (almost 5) year old in because they have to be 6. Fine I'll cancel mine and hers and just wait in the lobby. No my 9 year old can't be there without an adult and my youngest can't be in the building at all. I asked if my oldest could supervise, just trying to save the exciting day for my kids at this point. The lady at the desk says she doesn't know and just highlights a paper with the "no under 6" policy. All of this would have been fine if at any point during the two phone conversations (someone called later to make sure I meant to make that many appointments) they would have mentioned an age, or if it was in the reservation space online. I would have arranged childcare, but I had given ages when I made the appointments. Very frustrating and disappointing. All could have been avoided with communication. Now I have disappointed kids, they still need hair cuts before school, and the stylists in training miss out of a huge chunk of their day/tips/etc because we had all those spots booked that can't be used. read more

My my makeup artist Day was so amazing!!! She seemed like she'd been doing this all her life!!! I showed her the look I wanted and she nailed it with flying colors. She made me beautiful for my performance read more

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I had a great experience! I like getting my hair cut from Aveda Salons. Recently they've upped their prices so I decided to try an alternative option -- going to the Aveda Institute. This is a much more affordable option. A haircut is $20 (their site has levels you can choose from, but there wasn't the $15 option available). I added on a Botanical Treatment for $15. At Aveda Salons it's $35. This treatment is Aveda's version of Olaplex. Pros: - affordable - walk-in available - pretty entrance - friendly staff - lots of light coming into the salon, so it feels nice - I got face framing bangs and my stylists' teacher cut that, so I got an experienced stylist without paying the price - the stylist did exactly as I said Cons: - the area where hair is cut isn't as professional looking as Aveda salons. It just wasn't as clean - the blow out at the end wasn't that great, it looked ok. I wouldn't come here to get a blowout before a party read more