MCOHB operates as a beauty college primarily, but it also
has a salon attached which is open to the public. They offer both beauty
services and extensive hair services at majorly discounted prices compared to
typical salons. Facials, body treatments (massage, scrubs, hot stones), spray
tanning and eyelash extensions or eyebrow tints are all on the menu.
National Academy of Hair & Beauty
The National Academy of Hair & Beauty in the inner
suburb of Richmond runs regular courses as well as operating a salon where
students apply their newly mastered techniques to clients who like a budget
beauty service. From eyelash extensions to manicures, pedicures and facials –
for a spare $5 you can indulge in a treatment (or two). The catch is that it
may take much longer than a highly experienced beauty professional, so factor
in an additional hour in some cases.
Sephora In-Store Beauty
You go in for a browse and end up with a basket load of
lipstick, blush, bronzer and glitter. What happened? We’ve all been there. You
get dazzled by the lights and colours and next thing you know, your entire
budget and more has been blown. Fortunately, you can make a buzzline directly
for the brow bar or a Sephora makeup artist for budget-friendly makeup
application (listen to the expert tips: priceless) and brow taming and
grooming. You can book online.
MAC
The MAC Express service is super affordable and doesn't
require a major time commitment either. The sessions are 30 minutes long, with
a focus on a particular facial feature you want to learn how to accentuate or
mastering a look (like a cat's eye or
fuller lips). The session costs $70 which is fully redeemable on product so
that once you've been recommended products, and experienced how they work on
your face, you go home wiser with a bag full of MAC goodies. Book ahead or in
store.
Endota Spa Wellness College Spa Night
As part of their beauty and wellness courses, endota Wellness College runs “spa nights” in which students provide discounted services like manicures,
pedicures, facials and massage. Massively discounted, you’ll be in the hands of
students who are under supervision and have undergone extensive training to
deliver endota quality service. For more information on the spa nights, enquire
with the college or join the Facebook group. Located at The District Docklands
Shopping Centre in Docklands.
Victoria University Beauty
Conveniently located on King Street in the CBD, the student
salon at Victoria University offers all the beauty services you could want at a
fraction of typical salon prices. Whether
it's waxing, facial and body treatments, manicures and pedicures, eyelash and
eyebrow tinting or massage, you can book in online. There's also a Dermal
Clinic and Osteopathy Clinic within the campus so you could make several
consecutive bookings.
Brazilian Butterfly
Brazilian Butterfly has salons all over Melbourne, but their
offers are organised centrally so you can be sure that whichever salon is
closest to you is running the same discounts and specials as all salons. Their
expertise is in waxing and tanning, and they also offer IPL Hair Removal and
Lash Lifts and Tints.
Results Laser Clinic
With clinics around Melbourne, Results Laser Clinic will
have a salon convenient to you. They run promotions throughout the year,
sometimes with 60% off laser treatments and half priced microdermabrasion or
other facial treatments. They have
specific treatments for acne as well as skin needling and non-surgical
facelifts and eye treatments.
Box Hill Institute
Fully supervised by senior trained staff, the services at
Box Hill's Beauty Salon are offered at a huge discount because they're provided
by students. Manicures, waxing, facials, spray tans, massage and brow tints are
all on the menu for around $10 to $20. Open Monday to Friday.
Elly Lukas Beauty
Elly Lukas runs beauty and spa courses year round, so you
can attend the Student Clinic located on site in Flinders Lane, central
Melbourne for a range of services. Each treatment is $20 and each treatment is
assessed so you can sure students are providing the best quality of treatment.
Facials, massage, waxing, eyelash extensions, spray tans and body treatments
are all on offer.
Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science
The Student Clinic at AACDS provides advanced dermal
treatments for a fraction of the typical cost. Opt for the AHA peel for around
$30 or IPL (Intensive Pulsed Light) photo rejuvenation, IPL hair reduction,
skin needling or microdermabrasion. Each treatment takes between an hour and a
couple of hours so ensure you plan enough time to get there and stay the full
length required.
Casey College of Beauty Therapy
Casey College of Beauty Therapy is located in Berwick.
Running Thursday evenings from 6pm to 9:30pm and Friday mornings 9:30am to
2:30pm, the treatments are all performed by students that have qualified the
course unit.
On the menu are eyelash extensions, shellac manicures and
pedicures, acrylic nails, waxing and massage.
Kangan Institute
The Student Clinic at Kangan Institute offers both beauty
and hair services so you could organise a full makeover at a huge discount to
what you'd usually pay. The training salon in Richmond runs from Monday through
to Wednesday until 4pm, though the hair and barbering salon is open until
8:30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays for those who need an after-work appointment.
Biba Academy
Ok, so technically this is all about hair not beauty, but if
you’re seeking affordable cuts, colours, styling and you can spare a little
longer than a typical hairdressing appointment, get to Biba Academy in either Melbourne
CBD or Fitzroy.