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Take The Free QuizBellus Academy’s mission is to create a culture of excellence for post-secondary education where students are inspired to achieve their career dreams. Our award-winning beauty and wellness institution is dedicated to graduating career-ready professionals. We specialize in advanced training and have built a reputation for innovative education, consistently nabbing top honors in Modern Salon’s national Excellence in Education program.
Bellus Academy is a leading beauty and wellness institution that inspires students to greatness. With strong industry connections, graduates are empowered to pursue their passions and succeed. Lynelle Lynch, the owner and CEO of the academy, is also the visionary behind the Beauty Changes Lives Foundation. Her efforts have earned Bellus Academy the prestigious “Gold” Award for Excellence in Community Service in 2017 and 2018.
As part of our curriculum, we offer courses in Best in Business, Financial Literacy, and Strategies for Success, equipping you with the necessary skills to succeed in the entrepreneurial world of business after graduation. Our students receive training beyond technical skills, including budgeting and marketing, providing a well-rounded education. This will not only enhance your resume but also prepare you to excel in your career.
Our students have a history of succeeding at national and international student competitions, including Wella’s TrendVision, Sassoon Connection, and America’s Beauty Show. Bellus Academy is honored to have award-winning educators who coach our students to success and inspire them to take advantage of these opportunities.
Our schools take pride in using our technical skills to give back to the community. Our Student Design Team, comprising of exceptional students, regularly participates in unique events and outreach projects. We have had the privilege of volunteering with various communities such as the homeless, military, Fashion Week San Diego, and Habitat for Humanity. We also provide training for the Cut It Out program, which equips salon professionals with the skills to recognize signs of domestic abuse and provide referrals to the appropriate resources.
International Beauty Industry – Student Hair Winner
Rawan Al Bayati, Cosmetology Foundation Student
Sebastian Student Competition – Cutting Winner
Ivan Lopez, Advanced Barbering Student
Sebastian Student Competition – Styling Winner
Rawan Al Bayati, Cosmetology
Sebastian Student Competition – Styling 3rd Place
Racquel Allaway, Advanced Cosmetology
Nailympia Anaheim – Pedicure Poster
Excellence in Community Service – Bronze
Awarded by CAPPS (California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools)
Nailympia Anaheim – Pedicure Poster
2nd Place Aaliyah Sagall, Spa Nail Technician Student
Nailympia Anaheim – Manicure Poster
3rd Place Madison Sao, Spa Nail Technician Student
Nailympia Anaheim – Realty Nails
3rd Place Lauryn Silva, Spa Nail Technician Student
Nailympia Anaheim – Pedicure Poster
3rd Place Robin Sloangrepo, Spa Nail Technician Educator
Nailympia Anaheim – Student Barber Competition
3rd Place Jeremy Dubose, Barbering Foundation Student
USA Today – America’s Top Vocational Schools
El Cajon Campus
Professional Editorial: Color – Winner Erika Farias, Cosmetology Educator
Awarded by Wella North America TrendVision Awards
Student Editorial: Style – Finalist Teresa Moreno, Cosmetology Student
Awarded by Wella North America TrendVision Awards
Professional Color Transformation – Finalist Erika Farias, Cosmetology Educator
Awarded by Wella North America TrendVision Awards
Professional Styling Transformation – Finalist Erika Farias, Cosmetology Educator
Awarded by Wella North America TrendVision Awards
AACS Golden School Awards – Finalist
Poway Campus, Advocacy
CAPPS (California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools)
Excellence in Community Service – Silver
Exceptional Educator Award CER (Career Education Review) – Winner
Eydie Foltz, Educator, Cosmetology, Manhattan, KS.
2023 WELLA Beauty Envision Award Finalist
Erika Farias, Cosmetology Educator
2023 WELLA Beauty Envision Award Finalist
OcKiah Johnson, Cosmetology Student
Worth Up Dream Scholarship
Sabra Clark, Educator
2023 Intercoiffure Top 20 Educator Finalist
Stephen Gomory, Esthetics Educator
2023 Intercoiffure Educator – Nomination
Adrian De La Parra, Beauty Education and Artistry Manager
2023 Intercoiffure Educator – Nomination
Larissa Harbert, Lead Esthetics Educator
2023 Intercoiffure Educator – Nomination
Karla Uribe, Educator
CIRCADIA – Making a Difference Award
Joanne Berry, Bellus Academy Wellness Advisory Board Member
CIRCADIA – Rookie of the Year Award
Britney Johnson, Advanced Esthetics Alumni
Kate Somerville + Foster Nation Esthetics ($15,000) – Winner
Aleta Smith, Bellus Academy Student
TrendVision Beauty Envision Awards (Student Category) – Winner
Elnaz Arman, Student, Future Star Artist
TrendVisionBeauty Envision Awards – Finalist
Rachel Alvord, Educator, Trend Vision Color Artist
TrendVisionBeauty Envision Awards – Finalist
Sam Sanchez, Student, Total Transformation
TrendVisionBeauty Envision Awards (Professional Category) – Winner
Adrian De La Parra, Educator, Men’s Artist
Excellence in Community Service – Silver
Awarded by CAPPS (California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools)
Excellence in Community Service – Gold
Awarded by CAPPS (California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools)
Marketing – Top Honor in the Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Advanced Education – Top Honor in the Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Marketing Innovations – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Job Placement – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Wella’s Regional Instructor of the Year – Winner
Matt Hom, Educator
Best Continental Academy – North America Region
Awarded by Intercoiffure Mondial
Wella’s Regional Instructor of the Year – Winner
Bryden Mugleston, Educator
TrendVision Awards (Student category) – Silver Winner
Elizaveta Solovyeva, Student
ABS Wella Student Competition (Sebastian category) – Gold Winner
Samantha Peters, Student
ABS Wella Student Competition (Wella category) – Silver Winner
Elizaveta Solovyeva, Student
Sebastian’s What’s Next Awards – Gold Winner
Samantha Peters, student
Beauty Changes Lives Leadership – Top Honor in the Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Community Involvement – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Marketing Innovations – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Job Placement – Top Honor in the Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Facilities – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Excellence in Education
Awarded by Massage Envy Spa
TrendVision Awards (Professional category) – Silver Winner
Todd DaSilva, Educator
TrendVision Awards (Student category) – Silver Winner
Haley Marshal, Student
TrendVision Awards (Student category) – Bronze Winner
Autum Macias, Student
“Women Who Move the City” by San Diego Magazine – Finalist
Lynelle Lynch, Bellus President
ABS Student Competition – Gold Winner
Ashley Thom, Student
TrendVision Awards (Student category) – Bronze Winner
Courtney Michaelis, Student
TrendVision Awards (Professional category) – Finalist
Carrera Bailey, Academy Director and Color Director
Beauty Changes Lives Leadership – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Technology – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
AACS Director of the Year
Lynelle Lynch, Bellus President
One Concept – Humanitarian of the Year
Lynelle Lynch, President
Top Academy in the World – Finalist; Nominated by P&G
Intercoiffure Mondial Awards
TrendVision Awards (Professional category) – Gold Winner
Matt Hom, Cosmetology Manager
TrendVision Awards (Professional category) – Bronze Winner
Carrera Bailey, Academy & Color Director
P&G Mentor of the Year
Diego Raviglione, Artistic Director
Technology – Top Honor in the Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Beauty Changes Lives Leadership – Top Honor in the Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Community Involvement – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Advanced Education – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
RAW Competition Winner
Diego Raviglione, Artistic Director
Named one of the “Top 3 Academies in the World”
Awarded by Intercoiffure Mondial
Job Placement – Top Honor in the Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Marketing Innovations – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Facilities – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Beauty Changes Lives Leadership – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Technology – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Best School in The Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon (2008 & 2009)
AACS Director of the Year
Lynelle Lynch, Bellus President
Sassoon Academy Connection Cut and Color Contest – First Place
(2009 & 2010)
Beauty Changes Lives Leadership – Top Honor in the Nation
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Technology – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Facilities – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Advanced Education – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
Community Involvement – Honoree
Awarded by Modern Salon for Excellence in Education program
TrendVision Awards (Student category) – First Place
“Attending Bellus Academy was a turning point in my career, allowing me to merge my passion for helping others with my love for science and skincare. The hands-on training and incredible support from my instructors gave me the confidence to enter the industry fully prepared. Today, as a Licensed Esthetician with Skin Authority, I’m proud to empower others and represent the Bellus alumni community.”
