How To Prepare For Your Esthict/Cosmo Finals

   So anyone who has or is currently going through Aesthetics School or Cosmetology like I am knows the stress of finals. I have been through both schools at separate times and can tell you there is no difference in the stress level or the testing. I felt like I should post about how I study for finals any of you who are about to start the cramming will have a good base and wont need the stress!

   The first thing you have to do is not look at finals as a horror movie, yes studying and the word finals may seem like a nightmare but you just have to look at it as a game of testing all those skills you have been learning ;) pick your hardest chapters to start with and drill yourself with those questions first. If you only drill yourself on the easy ones first the harder ones will slip your mind and then it will become a nightmare. I have found the only way I learn the best is either on Quizlet, or making flash cards. Flash cards are life! I try and study a chapter or two a day so I dont cram everything in all at one time. Once I have memorized a chapter I mix another chapter into it and add more as I progress.

    Another really important thing to know when studying is to take breaks every 30 minutes or so. Your brain can only handle so much knowledge before you shut down and stop retaining anything. You should take 5-10 minute breaks and listen to music, watch tv, or even go run around and get some exercise to keep the body moving. DONT drink soda, this will give you momentarly energy but will be gone and you will have a crashing point sooner then expected making studying much harder. Have fruit, some of your favorite snacks, music, and good lighting to help set the mood for you. Study in a place where you can not be distracted and really take some time for yourself.

   It is really important that you dedicate yourself to studying when it comes to finals because I can promise you... ITS NOT EASY... Taking finals can be one of the most stressful things on the planet but with the right mindset and tools you can actually enjoy yourself and pass those test with flying colors!