Announcing IIC’s Student of the Month

The International Institute of Cosmetology congratulates Lois Hoffman as the student of the month for August- Wethersfield. Lois has received this achievement by expressing love and dedication for the cosmetology field.

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See Lois’s Instagram @lo_larissalakeandco

According to Lois’s cosmetology educator Karen Schwarzmann,  Lois could be described as: 

  • Proficient
  • Extraordinarily kind
  • A quick learner
  • Respectful
  • Passionate of the profession

Lois gravitated to the hair field after growing up in a large family which provided not only models, but constant opportunity for artistic expression. After taking a liking to this craft, the International Institute of Cosmetology was the first cosmetology school Lois looked into once seeking education. Immediately, Lois knew IIC was the right fit and fell in love with the school. 

Lois is expected to graduate from IIC Fall 2022 and plans to assist (in the hopes of working full time) in a salon that focuses primarily on bridal hair. The International Institute of Cosmetology congratulates Lois with this accomplishment and wishes nothing but the best in the future!!


The International Institute of Cosmetology congratulates Brianna Calafiore as the student of the month for August- Plainville. Brianna has received this achievement by contributing awe inspiring looks and constant commitment to this craft.

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See Brianna’s Instagram: @xhairby_bri

According to Brianna’s cosmetology educator Kesha Griner, Bri could be described as:

  • Enthusiastic
  • Extremely skilled
  • Very creative 
  • Talented 
  • Personable 
  • Works well with clients and staff

Brianna started in the hair field in highschool as an assistant at Aneeta Li Salon in West Hartford. Brianna’s boss was a big inspiration which actually encouraged Brianna to end up choosing the International Institute of Cosmetology for hair education. Brianna has grown to specialize in blonding as a result of having friends who sought Brianna for highlights. 

Brianna is expected to graduate from IIC Fall 2022 and plans to continue to assist and work full time at Aneeta Li Salon in West Hartford with an ongoing focus in blonding services. The International Institute of Cosmetology is proud to congratulate Brianna with this accomplishment and wishes the best in all future endeavors!

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“The International Institute of Cosmetology is an accredited, family owned cosmetology school with campuses in Wethersfield and Plainville, Connecticut. IIC was started in 2002 by Carmelo Gugliotti and his sons with the underlying desire to bring International beauty trends into the Northeast. IIC has grown to be the Leader in Beauty Education, specializing in Hair, Skin, Makeup and Advanced Education. #studyhair #iCANatIIC”

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