Aveda Institute (Chapel Hill)

I went to the Aveda School of Cosmetology in Chapel Hill. This was such an awesome option. By the time the students get out on the floor at Aveda, they're already pretty proficient at what they do. The guy who did my makeup was fabulous. He didn't depend on me to make all the decisions for him. He asked me the "look" I was going for, and then he really got into his art. He chose colors that looked good for me, and knew exactly what he was talking about. Additionally, this can be a really low cost option, since the students aren't yet licensed. My only caveat about Aveda would be to make sure you get in there early, as they tend to take a really long time since they talk with their instructor before they make any final decisions.