Esthiology Program

Specializing in techniques that help purify, balance and renew the skin, Esthiology is about keeping the body beautiful and healthy.

Our Esthiology program incorporates skin care, facials, body treatments*, hair removal, makeup application, business development, wellness and retail knowledge.  This program does not include a hair design or nail certification.

Aveda Spa Philosophy:

Aveda's spa philosophy begins with Elemental Nature - a unique way of understanding our guests' needs that is grounded in the science of Ayurveda, Ayur means "life," and Veda means "knowledge."  Ayurveda believes that the essence of five natural elements (infinity, air, fire, water, and earth) are found in all living things - including you.  

The skin and body reflect the balance of these elements.  When skin or other physical concers surface, it could be a signal that an element is out of balance.  Elemental Nature helps you restore balance through approprietly diagnosed product systems, a balance diet and regular wellness activities.  The result is healthy-looking, balanced sking and radiant beauty.

Aveda Rituals:

Guest continue to tell us what they love most about an Aveda service are the Aveda Rituals.  A primary focus taught through our curriculum are Rituals of Renewal.  Every spa experience is a series of high-touch, high-impact connections between you and your guest.                  

Facial Fundamentals:

Student will learn about various skin types, conditions, and remedies. By the end of the Esthiology phase, you will be able to conduct skin analysis, perform facials customized for specific skin care concerns, and provide full-body hair removal. At our Portland Campus, students will also be introduced to body treatments in addition to makeup applications.

Treatment facials:

Student at Aveda institute Portland learn a variety of treatment based facials meant to replicate popular chemical services, such as microdermabrasion and glycolic peels, with the same results and plant & flower based ingredients. Students will learn to assess when to recommend treatment based facials to guests based upon skin type and needs. Student will learn a variety of high touch services meant to relieve, acne, and redness and to detoxify, improve elasticity and luminosity of the skin.