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Now Enrolling
Fall 2023

Introducing Hawaii's Newest Hair School

Hair Method Academy is Hawaii's newest advanced hair school, specializing in producing the next generation of luxury salon stylists. We teach all the latest techniques and trends, with a goal to elevate Hawaii as a hair and fashion destination. Our students will be empowered to start their careers on a track to be top earners at any salon. 

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What Makes Us Different

Our curriculum is driven by Hair Method Academy founder and owner Gizell Ancheta. Gizell is a nationally recognized hair stylist with over 20 years of experience and is a national educator for Duomo Professional Color and Hattori Hanzo Shears. She has created a curriculum from her own professional experience, as well as from top industry educators including Cole Thompson's Elevation H+ curriculum. 

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Gizell Ancheta 

Owner and founder of Hair Method Academy

Gizell Ancheta is a renowned stylist with over twenty years of industry experience.

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Cole Thompson

International Creative Director for Elevation H+ and Vidal Sassoon

Cole Thompson is originally from Manchester, England, and began his career in hair in 2003.

Elevation H+ Curriculum Highlights

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Technique

We will cover hair cutting and styling techniques, including edge, volume, and separation. 

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Shape

In reaching the desired shape, you will learn round, square, and triangle cutting techniques.  

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Sectioning

We will cover key steps to properly frame and section hair horizontally, vertically, and diagonally. 

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Color

Our curriculum includes learning color techniques, from formulation, solid, blended, toning, bleaching, freehand and foil.

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Want to Apply for Financial Aid?

We understand the cost of tuition can be a challenge for many students, and we’re here to help. We’ve started a scholarship fund to provide tuition to two students per year, and we can connect others with resources for other scholarships and financial aid. A variety of loans and scholarship packages may be available. 

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Hair Method Scholarship - Coming Soon!

We want to empower the next generation of hair stylists! We will reward two scholarships to two incoming students at the beginning of each term. Apply today to help fund your higher education!

Start Your Journey

Ready to apply to Hair Method Academy and start your journey towards being a luxury salon hair stylist?  

Application Requirements: 

1. Complete Application Form  

2. Pay $100 Non-Refundable Application Fee  

3. Provide Transcripts and Verification Documents

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