Laura Martin

Licensed Cosmetologist

Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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How to

Do Chrome Nails

The distinctive shiny finish of chrome nails makes for a striking manicure. If you already do your own gel nails, it’s easy to do chrome nails because you only need to purchase a few extra items. By adding chrome pow...

How to

Apply Eyelid Tape

Eyelid tape is a popular beauty item that enhances eyes by defining a fold or crease in the eyelids and making eyes seem wider. Anyone can use eyelid tape, but it works best if your eyelids do not already have a well-def...

How to

Do a Dip Powder Manicure

Dip manicures are like a hybrid between a manicure and fake nails, and can last three to four weeks. Compared to typical gel or acrylic nails, dip manicures are thinner, and require less filing and special tools. They ha...

How to

Choose Eyebrow Color

Finding the right color for eyebrow makeup can be tricky, as you want your brows to look natural, but still defined. Picking the wrong shade can make your eyebrows look too dark or too obviously colored in. Choose the ri...

How to

Airbrush Nails

Airbrushing is a nail technique that involves spraying paint on the nails using a hand-held air-powered spray tool. It is an easy way to add fun designs to a plain manicure. You’ll need the right airbrush kit and sten...

How to

Minimize Pores Naturally

Pores are tiny hair follicles in the skin. They may take on a larger appearance when they are clogged with dirt or oil. They can become larger due to the increase of dead skin cells that gather at the base of the pore. P...