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ABOUT THE LOVE PRESS ACADEMY

Love Press Academy is a professional education experience created for licensed cosmetologists who are ready to refine their skills, elevate their artistry, and grow their confidence behind the chair. Founded on real salon experience, Love Press Academy provides hands-on training designed to bridge the gap between technique and mastery. Through intentional education, stylists learn advanced approaches to healthy hair practices, silk press excellence, precision techniques, and creating elevated client experiences. More than a class, Love Press Academy is an investment in the growth of beauty professionals who desire to strengthen their craft, increase their value, and provide exceptional results for their clients. Our mission is to equip stylists with the knowledge, confidence, and skill set needed to elevate their artistry and build a lasting career in the beauty industry.

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With more than 15 years of experience in the beauty industry, Devan Woods, known as The Specialist, is a licensed cosmetologist, licensed instructor, owner of The Specialists Salon, and the visionary & curator of Love Press Academy. Home to a team of talented beauty professionals, her salon reflects her commitment to excellence, mentorship, and elevating the industry. Widely recognized for her signature Love Presses (silk presses), precision cutting, and dedication to healthy hair, Devan has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results while empowering the next generation of stylists. Through Love Press Academy, she combines expert education, hands on training, and real world experience to equip beauty professionals with the confidence, technical excellence, and business knowledge needed to build thriving, lasting careers.

MEET THE LADY BEHIND
THE LOVE PRESS ACADEMY

Devan Woods 

EDUCATION FOR EVERY STAGE OF YOUR JOURNEY

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LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE

PATREON MEMBERSHIP

Exclusive Tutorials

Product Recommendations

Downloadable Resources

Technique Demonstrations

Community Support

Affordable monthly access.

LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE

PATREON MEMBERSHIP

Technique demonstrations

Community support

Affordable monthly access.

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V.I.P. ONE-ON-ONE

MENTORSHIP

OUR MOST EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE

(8) Hours of Personalized Training with Instructor

Customized Mentorship Plan

Luxury Mentorship Experience

Business and Branding Assistance

Certificate of Completion

Downloadable Resources

One-on-One Support

Catered Lunch*

An investment for stylists that are ready to master the art and build the business. 

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IN-PERSON

GROUP CLASSES

HANDS-ON EDUCATION WITH OTHER STYLISTS

Healthy Hair Systems

Silk Press Mastery

Color Techniques

Precision Cutting

Luxury Class Experience

Hands-on instruction at an affordable investment.

PATREON MEMBERSHIP

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