Beauty Changes Lives
The Beauty Industry’s Impact is Priceless
Cosmetology (esthetics, nail technology, education), is a career filled with passionate creatives. We all have unique reasons and motivations for being in this industry and it’s for this exact reason that there are so many of us successfully doing what we love to do: change and better the lives of those in our chair.
Emily’s Story
Hi, Emily here! Let me take a moment to introduce myself—I’m a licensed cosmetologist, have a degree in English and am currently working at Noe’ Noonan as a marketing coordinator. Growing up, I watched my mom thrive as a cosmetologist, balancing her passion with providing for our family. Inspired, I enrolled in the cosmetology program at Erie County Technical School. Now, a decade later, I’m part of a cosmetology school, living my best life and supporting the next generation of beauty professionals.
I’m not just here to share my story and “why” for joining this industry, though. I’m also here to share an exciting movement happening in our industry on March 6th.
Beauty Changes Lives
Beauty Changes Lives is an organization whose mission is to empower the next generation of beauty professionals by offering scholarships, education, and mentorship opportunities to the next generation of talents. Every year, they hold their “One Day, One Ticket” event which calls beauty professionals to “give back” the cost of one service (or a portion of a full day’s) to the organization to support their mission and programs. For those that can’t give monetarily, the movement calls you to share your “why” for being a beauty pro or how beauty has changed your life.
Why is this movement so important to us? Because a career in beauty is more than a job; it's about making a lasting impact on others. I'm thrilled to introduce some of our amazing students and staff below, each sharing their unique "why."
AVA, Cosmetology Student
“As a cosmetologist…my goal for any of my clients, family members, or friends is to make them feel beautiful inside and out. And that was something that I was so passionate about because I struggle a lot with loving myself, so I figured the best way to help others would be to share my personal experience with everyone so they feel even more comfortable and beautiful in my chair…I can say it was the best decision I ever made. I am so proud of myself for following my heart and doing what was best for me.”
TAYLOR, Licensed Cosmetologist, Cosmetology Teacher, Noe’ Noonan Teacher
“Beauty has changed my life in so many ways. It gives me an outlet for creativity…and a chance to leave a legacy. I am able to pass on what I know to the next generation of hairdressers which is so special and important and also gives me a way to provide a living and finances for my little family.”
KATIE, Licensed Cosmetologist, Cosmetology Teacher, Noe’ Noonan Alum
“Beauty has changed my life by opening me up to so many new opportunities and growth in my career. And Beauty Changes Lives (the organization) has changed my life by rewarding me one of their scholarships (for our Teacher program).”
To learn more about Beauty Changes Lives’ “One Day, One Ticket” Event click here. And if you’re a beauty professional or soon-to-be, we’d love to hear your “why” for joining the industry too! Find us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok at @noenoonan.
And if you've always dreamed of a career as a beauty professional, come meet us! We'd love to help you explore the joys of being a licensed beauty professional.
Oh, and don’t forget to have the best day ever! 🩵