Cosmetology & Makeup Course

Lesson 1 • Regulatory Compliance and Licensing

Introduces licensing requirements, inspection standards, and professional liability concepts. Prepares students to operate within regulated beauty environments.

Lesson 2 • Professional Standards and Ethics

Defines conduct, client confidentiality, and ethical decision-making expected of licensed professionals. Connects professionalism to client trust and business success.

Lesson 3 • Skin Anatomy and Physiology

Covers layers of the skin, appendages, and cellular functions relevant to cosmetic application. Provides the biological basis for product selection and technique.

Lesson 4 • History and Scope of the Beauty Industry

Traces cosmetology from ancient practices to modern professional fields. Contextualizes career paths and industry scope for new students.

Lesson 1 • Undertone and Color Analysis

Explains warm, cool, and neutral undertones and their effect on foundation and color selection. Connects undertone theory to practical product matching.

Lesson 2 • Consultation Frameworks and Tools

Introduces structured intake forms, verbal questioning techniques, and visual assessment tools. Builds the habit of thorough pre-service evaluation.

Lesson 3 • Documenting and Communicating Results

Covers recording findings, setting client expectations, and recommending services clearly. Ensures continuity of care across multiple appointments.

Lesson 1 • Basic Facial Massage and Lymphatic Drainage

Introduces effleurage, petrissage, and lymphatic drainage strokes used before makeup services. Reduces puffiness and improves circulation for a smoother canvas.

Lesson 2 • Cleansing and Exfoliation Techniques

Covers product selection and manual methods for removing impurities and dead skin cells. Clean, smooth skin is the prerequisite for all makeup application.

Lesson 3 • Sun Protection and Primers

Addresses SPF integration into daily prep and the role of primers in extending makeup wear. Connects sun protection to long-term skin health and professional responsibility.

Lesson 4 • Facial Masks and Treatment Protocols

Covers clay, sheet, and hydrating mask types and their targeted benefits. Integrates mask treatments into pre-makeup prep for specific skin concerns.

Lesson 1 • Product Formulations and Finishes

Explains liquid, cream, powder, and stick formulations and their finish categories. Matching formulation to skin type and desired result is a core professional skill.

Lesson 2 • Color Theory Fundamentals

Teaches the color wheel, primary and secondary relationships, and complementary color principles. Provides the theoretical basis for correcting, enhancing, and harmonizing makeup looks.

Lesson 3 • Sponges, Applicators, and Accessories

Covers beauty sponges, silicone applicators, and auxiliary tools such as lash curlers and brow combs. Expands the student's toolkit for varied application needs.

Lesson 4 • Color Correction and Neutralization

Applies color theory to neutralize discoloration such as redness, dark circles, and hyperpigmentation. Builds the corrective layer that precedes foundation application.

Lesson 1 • Complexion Finishing and Skin Prep Review

Integrates skincare prep, color correction, foundation, and setting into a cohesive workflow. Students practice the full complexion sequence from cleanse to set.

Lesson 2 • Foundation Application Methods

Teaches brush, sponge, and finger application techniques for different coverage levels and finishes. Each method produces distinct texture and skin-integration results.

Lesson 3 • Foundation Shade Matching

Covers jaw-line testing, natural light evaluation, and oxidation awareness for accurate shade selection. Correct matching is the single most critical complexion skill.

Lesson 4 • Setting Powders and Sprays

Explains translucent, tinted, and HD powders alongside setting sprays for longevity. Correct setting locks the base and controls shine throughout the service.

Lesson 1 • Highlighting Techniques and Products

Teaches liquid, powder, and cream highlighters and their placement for dimensional glow. Strategic highlighting balances contour and elevates the overall look.

Lesson 2 • Face Shape Analysis

Identifies oval, round, square, heart, oblong, and diamond face shapes through measurement and observation. Shape analysis determines the entire sculpting strategy.

Lesson 3 • Blush Application and Placement

Explains blush shapes, placement angles, and product types for natural and editorial looks. Blush adds warmth and life to the complexion after sculpting.

Lesson 4 • Contour Product Selection and Placement

Covers cool-toned powders, warm bronzers, and cream contours and their correct placement per face shape. Product choice affects whether sculpting reads as natural or theatrical.

Lesson 1 • Eye Looks for Different Eye Shapes

Adapts techniques for hooded, monolid, deep-set, wide-set, and close-set eyes. Shape-specific adjustments ensure every client's eyes appear balanced and enhanced.

Lesson 2 • Brow Shaping and Grooming

Covers tweezing, waxing, threading, and trimming to achieve the ideal brow arch for each face. Well-groomed brows frame the eye and anchor the entire makeup look.

Lesson 3 • Mascara and False Lash Application

Teaches mascara layering, curling, and false lash strip and individual application methods. Lash enhancement completes the eye and adds drama or natural volume.

Lesson 4 • Eyeliner Styles and Techniques

Covers pencil, gel, liquid, and kohl liner application for classic, winged, and graphic looks. Liner style dramatically alters eye shape perception.

Lesson 5 • Eye Shadow Application and Blending

Introduces lid, crease, and outer-V placement with transition and blending techniques. Seamless blending is the hallmark of professional eye shadow work.

Lesson 1 • Assembling Complete Makeup Looks

Guides students in balancing eye, lip, and complexion intensity to create harmonious full-face looks. Teaches the editorial rule of one focal point per look.

Lesson 2 • Speed, Efficiency, and Client Comfort

Develops time management, ergonomic positioning, and client communication during live services. Professional execution requires both technical skill and service efficiency.

Lesson 3 • Lip Liner and Shaping Techniques

Teaches precise liner application to define, reshape, and prevent feathering. Liner is the structural foundation for all lip color application.

Lesson 4 • Lip Anatomy and Product Selection

Reviews lip structure, Cupid's bow, and vermilion border as guides for product application. Correct product selection ensures color payoff, longevity, and comfort.