The Aveda Institute Des Moines is more than a beauty school in West Des Moines, Iowa. We are Iowa's award-winning, accredited, cutting-edge, eco-friendly Cosmetology School and Spa Institution dedicated to shaping the future of beauty, our industry, and the world we live in. Locally owned and operated, we have been proud to provide licensure with our Cosmetology Program, Esthiology Programs, and Massage Therapy Program for over 10 years. Gain the knowledge you need through our cosmetology courses to get your cosmetology licensing or our massage school to become a massage therapist, and our Esthiology school, where you can learn about skin analysis and skincare.