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2025, 2024, 2023 & 2020 Winner; 2021 Runner Up
Welcome to the IIC Family
I invite you to become a part of our passionate and enthusiastic family and we will help you make your dreams come true. You have chosen a wonderful profession, now choose an outstanding school. Our Success Depends on Your Success ®
CARMELO GUGLIOTTI
IIC Founder
Explore Your Possibilities
In a positive I CAN learning environment
Cosmetology / Hairdressing
Our cosmetology program transitions you from a creative, willing learner to a confident, licensed hair professional ready to jump into a career. We deliver the highest quality of hands-on education. We blend technical skills and soft skills training to ensure you just don’t pass your state board test—but that you’ll succeed in this industry.
Explore Cosmetology
Barbering
Hands on 1000 hour Barbering program offered at the International Institute of Cosmetology, covering short/long cuts, shaving, and more!
Explore Barbering
Nail Technician
Our comprehensive 100 hour Nail Technician program leads to licensure in Connecticut and is taught by a licensed Nail Technician.
Explore Nails
Eyelash Technician
Our comprehensive 50 hour Eyelash Technician program leads to licensure in Connecticut and is taught by a licensed Esthetician and Eyelash Technician with over 15 years experience.
Explore Eyelashes
Makeup Artistry
The need for professionally trained and certified Makeup Artists is on the rise. That’s why we developed four makeup courses to meet the demand for those seeking specialized training. This course comes with your very own professional makeup kit, filled with professional makeup you can use long after completing the course to jumpstart your career. We have experienced educators and guest speakers to teach you insider tips of the trade.
Explore Makeup
Esthetics / Skin Care
Our esthetics program was designed to give our graduates the competitive edge in one of the fastest growing industries in the nation. Spa owners & employers are seeking professionally trained skin care specialists and IIC provides an in-depth program to teach you the fundamental concepts and techniques of skin care. We deliver the highest quality of hands-on education.
Coming Soon
✨Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our launch of 657 Silas Deane Highway!
The Wethersfield Chamber of Commerce @wethersfield_chamber gave us the warmest welcome — truly the best launch party crew we could ask for. 🥳🎉
We’re so grateful to everyone from the town who joined us for our ribbon-cutting ceremony and helped make this moment so special. And a HUGE thank-you to our amazing vendors who made the event stand out in every way.
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📸 @sean.theshark
🎵 @djenice92
🍩 @indulgebypalazzo
💐 kim’s flower shop
This beautiful new space will serve as a classroom facility for skin, nail, lash, and makeup education with our incredible team of educators leading the way.
@mysolany
@akkadian_aesthetics
@ctbeautyeducator
@bbmuphair325
@nikki_lme
Here’s to new beginnings and the next group of beauty professionals entering the industry! ✨🎓
Stay tuned — we’ll soon be announcing when our new aesthetics students will be taking clients. And thank you to our product partners
@circadia
@opi
@sugarlashpro for filling our swag bags with goodies! 💕🛍️
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#InternationalInstituteOfCosmetology #IICWethersfield #657SilasDeaneHighway #WethersfieldCT #BeautySchoolCT #AestheticsProgram #NailTechProgram #LashTechProgram #MakeupArtistry #CosmetologyEducation #NewBeginnings #RibbonCutting #ChamberOfCommerce #CTBeautyCommunity #FutureProfessionals #studyhair #BeautyIndustryLeaders #StudyHair #CTEvents #CTSmallBusiness #BeautySchoolLife #WethersfieldChamber #GrandOpeningVibes #SwagBagLove
✨ A huge thank you to Katrell and Veronica for organizing such an amazing Career Mixer! Our Wethersfield team loved hosting another successful event with so many talented local salons 🤩
It’s always inspiring to see students connect, ask questions, and get a real glimpse into what a rewarding career in beauty and cosmetology looks like. We’re so grateful for the support from our salon partners and can’t wait for the next one! 🥳
#CareerMixer #BeautyEducation #CosmetologyCareer #StudyHair #IICWethersfield #InternationalInstituteOfCosmetology #ConnecticutSalons #CTBeautyCommunity #FutureStylists #CareerInBeauty #BeautySchoolLife #HandsOnLearning #CTCosmetology #WethersfieldCT #PlainvilleCT #RockyHillCT
✨ Did someone say face charts?! 🎨💄
Mr. Bobby’s class got creative today mapping out makeup designs inspired by real looks! Students sketched, shaded, and planned their masterpieces before bringing them to life with color and product — talk about turning imagination into artistry! 🙌
Stay tuned for the final looks… they’re going to be 🔥🔥🔥
#MakeupEducation #FaceChartArt #MakeupDesign #CosmetologySchool #StudyHair #InternationalInstituteOfCosmetology #IICCT #CTBeautySchool #CreativeClassroom #MakeupInspo #StudentArtists #MakeupAcademy #MakeupClass #ConnecticutMakeupArtist #CosmetologyStudents #FutureMakeupArtist #BeautyEducation #studyhair
🎨✨ We recently caught up with one of our Students of the Month @peri_twynkle and asked for a few photos to celebrate — and WOW! As soon as we saw these, we knew we had to share. 💫
This creative interpretation of Pivot Point International @pivotpointintl mannequin design, inspired by Sebastian Professional, @sebastianpro_official is a true work of art. The fusion of color, texture, and movement brings the look to life — combining smooth and rough elements that draw the eye and tell a visual story. 🎨💇♀️
It’s a perfect reminder that hair is art — every texture, tone, and shape has its place on the canvas. 🌈✂️
#PivotPointInternational #SebastianProfessional #HairIsArt #StudentOfTheMonth #CosmetologyCreativity #HairDesign #BeautySchoolLife #StudyHair #InternationalInstituteOfCosmetology #ConnecticutHair #CTBeautySchools #FutureStylist #ArtisticExpression #HairInspiration
✨ Such a fun and inspiring morning at the International Institute of Cosmetology, Plainville campus with our Makeup Director, Mr. Bobby! 🎨
Today’s deluxe looks were all about high fashion meets pattern play — bold color stories, creative blending, and avant-garde energy that pushed everyone to think outside the box. From textured designs to unexpected color combinations, students explored how makeup can be both art and self-expression. 💄🎭
Thank you, Mr. Bobby, for helping us see our color palettes in a new, energetic way and for sparking so much creativity in the room! 💫
💋 For all our cosmetology and makeup students — never be afraid to experiment, explore, and express with color. That’s where the magic happens!
#MakeupEducation #CreativeCosmetology #MakeupInspo #HighFashionMakeup #AvantGardeArtistry #MakeupDirector #InternationalInstituteOfCosmetology #StudyHair #PlainvilleCT #BeautySchoolLife #FutureMakeupArtist #CosmetologyStudents #CreativeVibes
Here is a little recap from the @aacschools conference in Miami for fall 2025. Owners @cutbymartin & @leonardo_gugliottisalon attended and networked with other school owners and marketing professionals to stay current on industry trends. we also had our scholarship recipient @divine_kidstyles announced receiving the We are Wella Scholarship @wellaeducation through @beautychangeslives
#ScholarshipWinner
#BeautyChangesLives
#WellaEducation
#PivotPointintl
#StudyHair
#AACSConference
#FutureProfessional
#CosmetologyStudent
#BeautySchoolJourney
#BeautySchoolGraduate
#FutureBeautyProfessional
#StudentSuccess
#DreamBigStyleBigger
🍁✨ November is all about gratitude — and we’re feeling extra thankful for the amazing opportunities in the beauty industry! ✨
We’re hosting a Career Mixer at our Wethersfield campus, and we already have 9 incredible area salons joining us! Each one brings a unique mix of services, styles, and specialties — from cutting-edge hair to luxury extension experiences.
This interactive event gives students the chance to ask questions, network with professionals, and explore real hiring and job placement opportunities in Connecticut’s thriving beauty community. 💼
Come connect, learn, and take the next step toward your dream career in beauty! 🌟
#CTBeautyCareers #CTJobs #JobPlacement #CTSalonJobs #BeautyIndustryJobs #WethersfieldCT #StudyHair #InternationalInstituteOfCosmetology #IICWethersfield #CTSalonLife #BeautySchoolStudents #CTStylists #NowHiringCT #FutureStylists #CTBeautyProfessionals #CareerMixer #GratefulNovember #BeautyCareerGoals #NetworkingEvent #JobsInConnecticut #CosmetologyCareers #CTHairJobs #BehindTheChairCT
One of our new favorite combos to tone with after highlighting hair. This combination in various different ratios can balance out brightness, fun fact when you add a little bit of clear to the formula, it will slow down how much pigment is going in the hair and give a more sheer result. Have you tried this combination and do you have any tips for us? 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳
@STUDYHAIR
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