Happy to have returned for another hair color and Noa did an amazing job. She and the team are…read moreawesome and really take their time for perfect results. I'd recommend getting your hair done at this amazing salon/school.

Had a nice stress free cut and blow out. They did not push products. Also unlike another school…read morethere is no additional charge to have your hair dried. Nice folks. I'll be back

I just had my very first facial ever, and I honestly don't think there's a better human on the…read moreplanet to have experienced it with than River. From the moment I walked in, she made me feel completely at ease -- calm, welcomed, and genuinely cared for. There was zero awkwardness, zero pressure, and absolutely no rushing. River has this incredibly soothing presence that instantly makes you feel safe and comfortable, even if you're brand new to facials like I was. Throughout the entire process, River was exceptionally patient, kind, caring, and supportive. She took the time to explain everything she was doing in a way that was easy to understand and never overwhelming. She checked in constantly to make sure I was comfortable, asked thoughtful questions, and truly listened to my concerns and preferences. I never once felt like "just another appointment" -- she treated me like a priority the entire time. What really stood out to me was how thorough and intentional River was with every single step. Nothing felt rushed or mechanical. Every touch was gentle, purposeful, and incredibly relaxing. You can tell she truly cares about her craft and about the people she works with. Her attention to detail is unmatched, and she has an amazing ability to combine professionalism with genuine warmth and compassion. As someone who was nervous going into their first facial, River completely exceeded every expectation I had -- and then some. She created an environment that was peaceful, supportive, and deeply calming. By the end of the experience, I felt not only refreshed and glowing, but also confident, relaxed, and taken care of in a way that's honestly rare to find. River is the kind of person who makes you feel comfortable being exactly where you are, whether you're a first-timer or a regular. Her kindness, patience, and genuine care shine through in everything she does. I can say without hesitation that this was one of the most relaxing, positive, and reassuring self-care experiences I've ever had. If you're considering a facial -- especially if it's your first -- River is the person you want. I couldn't imagine a better introduction, and I will absolutely be coming back. She is truly incredible at what she does, and even more incredible as a human being.

They offer a wide variety services at a discount price. Unfortunately they are not good…read morecommunicators. Twice I was sent home without receiving my service because they had not told me in advance what I needed to do to prepare my skin. Professionals communicate! The third time this happened I asked the girl to go and check with her boss. She was gone 20 minutes. When her boss came to talk with me I asked what happened to the young lady. I said "has she been kidnapped by aliens?" It was a joke. After that they refused to work with me again.

Saul & Jenn were INCREDIBLE! I hired Kensington for my wedding party. Not only did we love our…read morelooks, but we enjoyed Saul's & Jenn's energy. They were very friendly & very professional. It felt like our friends were doing our hair & makeup. I was extremely happy with their work. Saul especially was talented in contouring & giving me a gorgeous classic & vintage look. Jenn did amazing with nailing the hair to match. I was super happy & I felt so beautiful on my day. I've never felt so confident in my life! Thank you Saul & Jenn for making me feel stunning on my day!

I had a terrible experience even before I could officially become a client. I am a bride who was…read morereaching out for potential services for hair and makeup and after over a week of constantly emailing back and forth (photos of myself and inspiration photos that they asked for) I was told to look elsewhere for services without any context. When I finally called to understand why after all this time spent emailing I wasn't given an opportunity to be matched with a stylist they told me that based on my inspiration photos they couldn't help me. My photos were of fairly normal makeup and hair that was just styled down with big curls. No phone call, no explanation. Must make it easier for you when you get to discriminate based on who you'd prefer to help.

Of all the makeup programs I could have stumbled upon, I was truly meant to find Maxima School of…read moreMakeup. Salpie has become one of my favorite humans. She is generously kind and filled with extraordinary experience. She truly is a great mentor and friend. Thank you Salpie!

Maxima School of Makeup Artistry is THE premier school for learning all things professional makeup…read morerelated. Not only that, but the director of the school Salpie is very hands on more than just makeup. We learn everything from sanitation, application and even set etiquette & personal advice that help you reach your goals that much faster. I personally graduated in 2013 and the educational experience I have had in association with this school is fantastic and never ending... Salpie ensures your understanding of the curriculum before graduation and helps you surpass any obstacles even after attendance. You get a fantastic brand new starter kit, and once you've gone through all that makeup (which takes a while even working everyday) the school helps you restock your kit at discounted prices until you, yourself have that ability as a working professional Makeup Artist. Overall, an amazing experience and I continue to get hands on education working with Salpie today. I have done several movie and commercial she sends you on. As well as assisting her on set, giving you real time experience of what it's like to become a professional certified MUA. I believe the certification is a necessary component to becoming a makeup artist because there is an industry standard and Salpie helps you hit all the criteria to set you up for the success YOU desire. I highly recommend this school to anyone wanting a serious career as a Makeup Artist.

I love my lashes! Week three, still going strong! I've been getting serviced by my beauty for over…read more3 years now. Best lash artist in Arizona.

From the owner: Lash extensions, microblading, nano brow technique, & lash training courses. Every service I…read moreprovide is with purpose to help you feel your best in your beauty.

Paisley is an A-one stylist and did a great job with my color! For those of you with long hair, she…read moreis especially gentle and does not pull on your hair when combing ot out. 5 stars all the way!

Our special facials we had planned carefully somehow did not have the add-ons we had requested…read more Then, since we went past the afternoon class time frame (we had no idea and our appointments were set up via phone), we couldn't get our haircuts. Our special mother-daugjter day the day before her big trip was kind of ruined by this incompetence. My facial ended up being good, however my daughter's was "bare minimum" and she didn't feel pampered at all. Needless to say, we won't be going back there.

Rylie cut my hair she was awesome. I got more compliments than with any other haircut. She gave…read moreme tips and information on what shampoo and conditioner works best with my hair type.

I worked for Avalon in both admissions and leadership roles and ultimately left because the…read moreorganization's values no longer aligned with my own. The most significant challenge was what I perceived as a disconnect between leadership expectations and the realities of campus operations. Admissions teams were often expected to meet aggressive enrollment goals while managing constantly shifting priorities, limited resources, and inconsistent communication. Much of my role involved translating unclear or reactive direction into something representatives could realistically execute. In my experience, enrollment volume was prioritized more heavily than retention, student preparedness, and long-term student success. This created confusion around performance expectations and what outcomes were truly valued. I observed situations where high enrollment numbers appeared to receive greater recognition than efforts focused on retention, student readiness, and long-term outcomes. I also observed inconsistencies in recognition, advancement opportunities, compensation practices, workload distribution, and communication that negatively impacted morale. Many talented employees worked extremely hard to support students and improve operations, but feedback and recommendations from frontline staff often seemed to go unaddressed despite recurring challenges. Another concern was the culture within leadership. Rather than fostering collaboration, there were times when competition, poor communication, and uneven information sharing created unnecessary tension between teams and departments. This often resulted in employees acting as intermediaries rather than being empowered to work together directly and effectively. I frequently felt that organizational decisions were driven more by enrollment growth and financial objectives than by educational outcomes, student preparedness, retention, or long-term student success. I also felt that the perspectives of employees with direct experience working with students and campus operations were not given sufficient consideration when key decisions were made. I also experienced and observed workplace interactions that I perceived as insensitive and, at times, discriminatory. As a biracial woman, there were comments and situations that made me uncomfortable and caused me to question whether all employees were being treated with the same level of respect and professionalism. These experiences negatively impacted my sense of belonging within the organization. Additionally, I had concerns regarding how employee complaints and sensitive matters were handled. In my experience, confidentiality was not always maintained in a manner that fostered trust, which made employees hesitant to raise concerns or provide honest feedback. While I cannot speak to everyone's experience, I personally experienced interactions that I perceived as dismissive, demeaning, and unprofessional. Over time, this contributed significantly to my decision to leave. I genuinely care about career education and the students these schools serve. There are many dedicated campus employees throughout the organization who work hard every day to support students and help them achieve their goals. However, I believe the company would benefit from placing greater emphasis on student outcomes, retention, employee development, transparency, accountability, and stronger alignment between leadership decisions and campus realities. Pros: Dedicated coworkers, meaningful work with students, valuable admissions and leadership experience. Cons: Heavy emphasis on enrollment metrics, inconsistent communication, frequent shifts in priorities, limited recognition of employee contributions, concerns regarding workplace culture and confidentiality, and a disconnect between leadership and day-to-day operations, main focus being securing the 20+ grand from students for tuiton and not actual education.

10/10 Very informative program and was a very easy going…read moreenvironment. All of the directors were helpful and patient.

I have been going here on and off over the last year and today I received the best service yet! Sue…read morewas absolutely amazing, personable, kind, and skilled! The prices are unbeatable and the staff is so fun. It's a relaxing environment and well equipped. I got a wash, blow dry, and flat iron and it was excellent! I highly recommend this business and be sure to ask for Sue!

I understand this is a training school and that they are learning, but I think better expectations…read moreneed to be set prior to the appointment. I came for a blowout, and right off the bat, it was evident that the trainee was not experienced with blowouts on long hair. However, I had no issues with the trainee itself. The trainer would come here and there to give some pointers, but after the wash and comb through, the trainee spent several minutes on one small section of hair while we were almost an hour into the appointment. While the trainer was there, I politely asked if it would be possible to complete the blowout in 30 minutes, as I had to be somewhere. This was on me because I have longer-than-average hair, and I should have double-checked while making the appointment. I was told that it would take about an hour when I made the appointment. The trainer got super defensive and stated that I was asking for too much, and this would technically be an $80+ blow out (my blowouts at traditional salons have never been $80+). I was surprised as to why he was so offended when I only politely asked and even offered to come back at a later time, as they close at 3 pm. Nonetheless, my event was postponed, and I was able to stay for longer, but the trainer ended up doing the blowout while the student watched. What I don't understand is why the students are made to do the service independently when they do not have much experience. The trainee was very sweet, and I understand that they were trying their best. It was overall a strange experience, and I don't think I will go back again. The results were just okay, and the curls did not last through the day.

I traveled here to get my hair cut/colored after learning that my usual people moved to this…read morelocation. It is run by the same beauty school I formerly attended in both Tempe & Chandler, International Academy of Hair Design. Miss Pearl got me in right away and we discussed my hair options. Elizabeth was the student who did my hair & she did an amazing job! I am very happy with my hair, the service, & hospitality I received. That makes me a very loyal customer!

The best beauty school in Phoenix! The education and dedication from the school are incredible. Go…read moretake a tour and meet the staff!