Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis

$$ • Hair Salons, Cosmetology Schools, Cosmetics & Beauty Supply

400 Central Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

About Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis

Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis offers full-time programs in Cosmetology, Esthiology, and Massage Therapy, with services performed by students under the supervision of licensed educators. The institute has a Experience Center where guests can discover Aveda's products. While some guests have had positive experiences, praising the kindness and skills of students, others have expressed concerns about the quality of education and customer service. Some have reported dissatisfaction with the styling and cutting techniques, citing a decline in teaching standards. Additionally, some guests have experienced rude behavior from receptionists and issues with booking reservations. Despite this, some guests appreciate the discounted prices and the opportunity to support students' education, and may return for specific services like haircuts.

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  • Aug 2025

    Five star experience from start to finish!

    I had a 30 Minute Facial with Clarissa and Haircut & Scalp Treatment with Riley.

    I was confident with Clarissa's recommendations and techniques, and found her to be incredible relaxing.

    Riley actually did a better job as a student than my previous haircut from a licensed stylist - she didn't just do a great cut, but she made it look even better than before!

    The check-in and check-out experiences with the front desk were great, very polite and friendly, and I received complaints from the students and staff.

    The instructors really gave me confidence that they were coaching the students to their...read full review

  • Jul 2025

    I usually love this place and have no issues! They’ve changed up how they do things since the last time I went (over a year ago.) the music in the main hair salon section is INSANE! It’s so loud. There is nothing in the room to absorb the music noise so it’s bouncing around with blow dryers, people shouting to be heard, and just general hustle and bustle of the place. Honestly it was incredibly distracting and I really just wanted to leave, but I’m already in the chair with wet hair! We had discussed a wolf cut with face framing. I stated I wanted to keep the length in the longest layer and the face framing to come up no shorter than my cheekbone due to glasses...read full review

  • Jul 2024

    I loveddd my results. I got my hair done by Denise and she was incredibly kind. She made sure I was okay throughout the whole process and made sure that I knew what was going on. I was completely satisfied and will definitely be coming back soon!

Hours

Monday: 9AM - 7PM
Tuesday: 9AM - 7PM
Wednesday: 9AM - 7PM
Thursday: 9AM - 6PM
Friday: 9AM - 6PM
Saturday: 8AM - 6PM
Sunday: Closed

Tips

 on-site services walk-ins welcome accepts credit cards street parking, private lot parking bike parking

Location

400 Central Ave SE, Minneapolis

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