Bellus Academy Reviews

Danielle was a rockstar and was so fun to go to for my first trip to Bellus!

I always come to this place when I need a quick straighten. They are always professional and clean. Kathleen Drewry is such a doll and very detailed about the products. My hair is looking great!!!!

I chose Bellus Academy because of the intentional educators and the inspiring work done here. It's my second week and I have already learned so much!
I'm so excited to see where this career will take me.
#ichosebellus

Hannah Overmyer dis an excellent job dying my hair! She had great customer service and was very easy to talk to.

After wanting to attend Bellus for almost 10 years, I became a cosmetology student at Bellus Academy. The school, students, and staff are all knowledgeable and incredibly passionate about the industry. The Poway location is beautiful and offers tons of services. I highly recommend it!

Been coming here for almost 2 years now...great service and awesome prices.

The training is excellent but they need rules for students to keep their language professional and eliminate ridiculous profanity. Let's see if the executive staff can improve this area and if students will sharpen this aspect.

My girlfriend referred me to Bellus because she's a regular customer. I was a bit nervous about the outcome when I went for my first visit but I had an absolutely perfect experience. There's nothing they could have done better! The women at the reception desk were super friendly, helpful and patient on my first visit. Danielle turned out to be a great match for my needs (tint touch-up and pedi). She was very professional, personable and super-efficient. Other people say procedures take a bit longer here but Danielle was speedy and careful with my colour and also gave me a great blow-out. And my pedi is beautiful. I'm looking forward to my second appointment with Danielle that's already been booked. The rates just cannot be beat and it felt like I could have been in a regular salon.

Ladies/gentlemen here at so sweet and amazing at what they do. Definitely recommend anyone come here.

Tempe gave me a great highlight and cut...with shine spray, I sparkled out of the salon. Great experience! I'll be back again and again.

I've booked multiple treatments here, and I've loved them all! I've gotten hair cuts, massages, and facials here.
My favorite treatment though has to be the massages. Super relaxing and just all-around amazing! :)

I love Shea! She's a great teacher! Very understanding and fun!

I am currently a cosmetology student at Bellus Academy. I am really enjoying the overall environment that it has so far and I am really looking forward to learning more and getting more experience in the future.

DO NOT go here for hair color or highlights/lowlights. Wanted to save some money so we elected to go here. The product was left in for hours and my wife's hair isn't only a horrible color, it's chemically fried beyond repair. She got there for a 530 pm appointment and didnt leave until 1040 pm. They made her pay before the service was even finished because the registers were closing. (BIG MISTAKE) I'm sure if you stick to the basic cut or nail treatment you will be fine, but don't make the same mistake as us. Look on Groupon for a local *Professional salon service and pay a little more for peace of mind. I (her husband) am disappointed beyond belief and feel horrible for even suggesting this option.

I ve wanted to do cosmetology for awhile so i toured my sophomore year of high school, as talking to other stylist I also toured Paul Mitchell, I decided Bellus because it was closer home and it felt more like a homey salon vs Paul Mitchell where it was really crowded and packed in. Coming here now I regret nothing! Small class sizes makes it easier to learn and the instructors really nice and care on how well you are doing. I highly recommend bellus academy!

I've been coming here for the past couple months for both hair cuts and highlights! And I love it every time. Mellyn miller always cuts it exactly how I want it and I am always pleased with it! Shes amazing! Steph started my process on going blonde with highlight session, so far I have done two sessions and I am extremely please with how it is turning out, can't wait for more! They are both so nice and always keep up conversation with me which makes it fun and never boring! The location is overall friendly and I always feel comfortable.

I've been a student at bellus for a month and i love it! This place is amazing, the teachers are awesome! I'm glad #iChoseBellus

I love bellus. The staff and students are all very professional. I got a cut and color from a student recently and was extremely satisfied with the result. The student had a lot of knowledge and made me feel very comfortable. If your looking for any services in the area I highly suggest going to Bellus Academy!!

Elizabeth was absolutely amazing!! Highly recommend booking with her. I will definitely be back.

The day staff is amazing. I have been blessed with the best teachers for the estitician program. You are more than prepared for state board by the time you graduate. This is School is rated #1 in North America. I am so impressed with all the programs here. Nothing but the best comes out of this school.

I love Bellus Academy! There is a family atmosphere here. All of the staff want you to succeed and are always willing to help! I highly recommend attending Bellus Academy!

Wow what an amazing experience! Stephanie Kang did an amazing job coloring my hair ash brown. She made me feel really comfortable and did a great job giving me a great hair experience. I recommend coming here

Astrid gave me a great pomegranate facial, couldn t recommend her enough!

I love the services at the Poway location! Everyone is super nice & helpful. I like that they listen to what I want and give me options. Especially when it comes to hair coloring & looking for ways to cover the grey hairs it does take longer for cut & color but I rather they take their time to do it right then rush for the next customer. I highly recommend this place & suggest you sign up to get their email promotions each month. Thanks to everyone @BellusAcademy for always making me look beautiful!

Loved my experience at Bellus! Mellyn is absolutely awesome at what she does and I couldn't be happier with the way my hair turned out! All the stylists here are extremely fun and very well-trained! Totally recommend this place.

I choosed Bellus based off of the atmosphere, which is beyond great.. Besides they have combined classes which is beneficial.

Amazing haircut done by BB. She is just osm this 5 satr is just for her

The best school!! The teachers in the holistic health practitioner program are amazing and I love the energy and vibe of the entire school. Truly a top notch beauty school. Brent Haney is great!

GREAT SERVICE! The teacher was great and the student did very well, the wait wasnt too long either. My haircut was alittle difficult but they worked with my suggestions and the finished look was great!! First time here but will definitly be back!

The best beauty school ever!!! I've been a customer for over 5 years and I don't go anywhere else to get my hair done! Saves me money and I still get great service! It's the perfect place if your just looking for a simple cut and dye but don't want to pay a ridiculous price. All the students and staff are extremely helpful and professional!

Been coming to Bellus for about a year and I am so glad that I do. Students are always professional and caring and the staff is always helpful. I just got color from Ofelia and she did a beautiful job. Coming right back in 5-6 weeks.

I Love BELLUS I started a month ago and I'm learning from the Best teachers and staff are so helpful atmosphere is so professional . Student I highly recommend the Founder is amazing .my instructor Micheal is the best always answers my questions until I understand and never always keep me wanting to learn more

The instructor was rude and condescending....he wasn't following the line of cut I came in with it was a simple bang trim...when I said that is not the technique or way my hairdresser cuts...he said "We teach the right way," well she has done hair for over 30 years I just wasn't in the area at the time. He then said well if you aren't happy then go to your hairdresser..well of course I am..I just stopped in for convenience sake. He cut my bangs into a straight bang..not a curve on the side like I came in with..hew chopped it up...that grows back but his rudeness and sarcasm is not called for.

I chose Bellus because when I talked to the staff and administration they were so nice and helpful. They really seemed to know what they were doing and always ask if we need help. The school is amazing always hands on a lot of procedures we do, the students are also very nice and helpful and if you need help with something they are always there. I heard about bellus from an old friend that she came to bellus and she said it was amazing very hands on and super nice. I also chose it because when I took a tour everyone there was smiling and people have said bellus was the best choice they've made. So I decided to do the same.

My stylist was my friend Stephanie kang and she did an exquisite job on my balayage! Absolutely love how my hair turned out. I love the environment of bellus and everyone here is super nice. Definitely would recommend her and this place to my friends!

Alyassa was very approcable and helpful in helping me find my products

Im a student at this school and the teachers and students are all so helpful and kind. Its a fast paced learning environment but the classes are small enough that it s easy to follow along.

I went in yesturday to have my hair done and Rebecca did an amazing job! I was making some big changes and needed two all over dyes, highlights, and a cut. Rebecca was so kind and patient and took the time to truly know what I wanted from asking me questions to looking at my Pintrest. Not only did my hair turn out PERFECT, but Rebbecca's kind and loving energy made the whole experience of being there even better. She was very attentive always making sure I was comfortable and continuous checking if I needed food or water. From all the services I needed, I was there for quite a while and I had a blast talking to her the whole time!

I had a great time and my hair looked so good and I loved my hair dresser, she was so nice and very good at what she did and I love my new hair dresser as well

Breana did my hair twice now and both times I have walked out feeling great about my hair. The instructors are very helpful and knowledgeable. Highly recommend Bellus academy.

Great work and prices. Nicer facility than Marinello.

Best school for anyone looking for a future in the beauty industry.very professional and amazing

I enjoy being at Bellus, it s a good school I ve learned a lot this past month I ve been attending

I am a new student on my third school. I love this school. The personnel and students are all nice and truly helpful. I'm happy to be a student and look forward to being a graduate of Bellus! I'm in the Spa Nail program and love, love, love Ms. Irma!!!

I called in a week ahead of time to set my appointment and they said it was confirmed. I go in on the day of my appointment and they never even scheduled it and said they're full for the day. Pretty annoyed.

This school has been everything I wanted and more! I am so excited to see where my Bellus education takes me in my career!! So proud to say I Chose Bellus!

Thank you for everything! I am so ready for the new journey! Ready for State Board test!

Nice job done! Got a red balayage with Stephanie Kang and it wasn't choppy at all. The color is a bit vibrant but it'll fade after a while. It's professionally done! I'm impressed!

If you are considering attending this school, JUST DO IT! I am a student right now in the esthetics program and loving every second of it. All of the teachers here are beyond knowledgeable and passionate and it shows. I am only 2 months into my program and already feel comfortable and confident working with clients. I believe this place truly sets you up for a successful future and I'm proud to say, I made the right choice!

I chose Bellus based on how professional and welcoming the school was. I visited another school and didn t get any great vibes, just get you ready for state board and out. I ve also seen the work from students on their socials and was amazed by how well every one was doing. It gave me confidence to attend here and get my license.

I chose Bellus because I found it to be the most professional school that I researched and everyone made me feel very welcome.

I loved how they helped me chose a hair color and how welcoming they are. I was very pleased with my hair stylist aubrey she did an awesome job. Very pleased with my experiance .

Everything about this place has been awesome. Everyone was so helpful getting me started that I became more and more excited for my classes to start. So far I am so happy that I chose Bellus to get the schooling I need to start my career.

I would not rate them at all if I could, My mother went to get her hair trimmed and A perm and mind you my mother has short hair and it has taken them seven hours to do her hair today and my mom is 91 years old sitting in that chair for seven hours is ridiculous I would not recommend this place nor will she ever go back there again

Great haircut and experience at Bellus Academy, Steohanie Kang did an amazing job today.

I chose to come to Bellus Acadamy because of the many different courses and classes available. I have yet to see a cosmetology school with so many options!

Thank you Angelica Alvarado, I love my hair. It is beautiful

I'm so glad I made the decision to come to this school. I'm currently in the cosmetology program and my experience so far has been great!

Beautiful work and great experience by Jessica. She is professional and friendly. I love this place and will be coming back again soon.

Keiasia Holloway is one of the best hairstyles in the bellus academy she has great custom service she very professional an she take proud in her work

the reviews are what brought me here and I felt more at home than any other school I visited

Truly top level beauty school :
They listen to you and act as per your ask. They spend at list an hour For your haircut . Visited first time and and I would definitely suggest this place . It's cheap as well

I had my hair cut by Kelly C. at Bellus Academy in Poway and LOVE the cut. I have very curly and frizzy hair but she created a style for me that will work either with or without using my iron on it at home. The salon is beautiful and professionally run. In addition to the haircut, Kelly also gave me advice about products to use that will help control and care for my hair and give me the look I want. I will definitely be back for more!!

After 4 tries I finally have something closer to what I wanted. Yet still was forced to leave without getting a proper blow dry due to the fact the instructor was in a hurry to get me out even though there were people still washing out. Not once on the 4 did they blow dry my hair proper. The rushed me out of the door each time. Needs better instructors and students that want to be there. Hit or miss...more often miss for me. Not sure I will go back.

Love the way my color came out & my haircut! Awesome place all the girls are so sweet :) & Sarah is awesome!

I came to Bellus over a year since my last haircut. Stephanie did my hair, and did an excellent job. She was very personable and experienced.

Never returned 6 phone msgs regarding a refund that never posted.

I love Bellus!!! I'm so proud to be a student here! I love all that I'm learning, I love the staff and my fellow classmates!!! I'm eager to come to school everyday and learn more and more! It's really hands on and I enjoy every minute of it!!!!

Great atmosphere and great stylists! Meilani did an amazing job under Matts supervision. All around great experience!

This place is amazing! We received a full blow dry and shampoo from Angelica and she is so professional and talented! We will return for our future beauty treatments.

Andres is always kind and professional. He goes the extra mile to his best and make his customers look and feel their best. I am going to miss him when he graduates from Bellus Academy. ...

Best facial I've ever had!! Caley the aesthetician was amazing.

I understand they are students but they should at least kinda know what they are doing before you let them dye others hair.

I got a cut and color by Stephanie Kang and I absolutely love it! Quality service and friendly atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this salon to anyone in the area. Thank you Steph!!!

Very nice environment , I enjoy spending my time as a student at this school .

I chose to attend bellus academy because of the reputation it's gained from the local community. Upon discovering all the good things reviews and reputation. I decided to enroll.

I am in love with the fashion,beauty,and wellness industries. I choose Bellus Academy because it just felt like the perfect fit. It is a wonderful place to be. I am so happy and feel so welcomed.

Excellent service specially Andrea she knows what she is doing

Great attention to detail and very friendly. Cheyenne did a great job on my full head highlights!

Jocelyn did an awesome job. She gave me a great shampoo and head massage.

Stephanie Kang did an awesome job treating my hair and cutting it to the perfect length! The attention to detail is amazing and it's an awesome experience

I chose bellus because of how awesome the staff was when I came for a tour of the school. It blew me away that the students held themselves to higher standards on and off the floor. It was 100% the school for me! Now I'm proud to say #ichosebellus

I am an older student at Bellus Academy, and I have been here a month. I have attended two other well-known schools in San Diego county and Bellus is simply a head above the rest. The reasons: the facility, professionalism, consistency, and instructors don't play favorites with students. If you have at least 90% attendance and 90% on all course work, you may be eligible for student services and able to act as models for students from other programs. Since the program includes Esthetics, master esthetics, luxury spa, cosmetology, barbering, massage, and make-up programs are amazing to be models for. Cosmetology students get an incredible well-rounded education including an externship with a salon and an incredible career services department that can help you with resumes and getting a job while in school and any time after. I recommend this school to anyone who is interested in a quality education and wants to emulate professionalism and will be okay with careful reputation focused on quality.

Great school, glad i chose it, great teachers who are always willing to teach. Especially Shea, so informative and helpful

If you're looking to enroll at this school I highly recommend going somewhere else. I recently graduated from Bellus and this has by far been the worst school I've ever attended. The staff holds personal grudges against students, the staff are in competition with one another and argue in front of students, We have weekly meetings that are supposed to be about our school but this time is used to scold students who are adults. Some of the staff are poorly educated so students can't learn from them. Multiple students have problems with financial aid because there is a lack of communication and foundation within the department. Instructors vocally express that they don't care about students success because they already have their license. A student has brought a gun to school threatening another student, they have had to go on lock down, they now have to have security there, rumors of our school director being fired for sexual harrasment are some of the few topics that were not addressed to students by the staff. They don't provide the amount of products we need for our clients even though they make business off of our services we provide,on top of the tremendous amount of money we spend on tuition. Majority of the staff is between the ages of 25-30 which would make you think this school could be a mature and professional environment but it's not. I use to be proud to be a bellus student now Im warning people to stay away from this school. This is only some of the unfortunate events that go on at this school.

The bellus academy Poway campus blows my mind away, this school has so much to offer. I checked out all 3 campuses and fell in love with the Poway one immediately. I've been going to school here now for about 2 months and I love it so much, and always learning new things everyday!!!!!! #ichoosebellus

Great place to come get pampered at amazing prices!!!

All of the instructors are really involved and helpful, they're also very patient with everyone and will help you with anything you need. The students are also very helpful with anything you need too!

currently attending Bellus the make up course was excellent and after 2 weeks in cosmetology everything is so interacting. It was a great chose to come to this school

I've been wanting to go to cosmetology school and had a walk through at bellus and loved it. Defiantly a great school. I have already learned so much with the two months I have been here . There's great instructed here as well.

What a great experience! Vanessa did a great job on my haircut. Love the hard part line and superb fading. Thanks my dear! :)

Just came a second time, Ashley is a great barber!

Got my first Facial and it was Fantastic! Jennifer is so sweet and nice and really makes the experience relaxing and enjoyable!