
Cosmetology & Makeup Course
This comprehensive Cosmetology and Makeup Course takes you from skin biology and colour theory all the way through advanced techniques like airbrush application, editorial artistry, and bridal makeup. You will master every stage of a professional service, from client consultation to final touch. Whether you are starting fresh or levelling up, this course gives you the technical skills and business knowledge to work confidently in the beauty industry.
What you will learn:
You will learn how to analyse skin types and conduct thorough client consultations before applying a single product. The course covers foundation matching, contouring, eye artistry, and lip techniques using professional tools and formulations. You will also study colour theory, corrective makeup, and inclusive techniques for clients of all ages, skin tones, and abilities. Specialised modules cover bridal, editorial, and airbrush makeup for high-demand service areas. On top of the technical skills, you will develop real business knowledge including pricing, social media branding, and client retention strategies.
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For companies looking to train their teams
With Dedika for businesses, the course includes exercises and examples tailored to your own business and the way your company needs.
Course content
8 Chapters • 40 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsFoundations of Cosmetology and Beauty
Foundations of Cosmetology and Beauty
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 5 • Hygiene, Sanitation, and Safety
Establishes disinfection protocols, tool sterilization, and personal protective practices. Ensures compliance with health and safety standards throughout the course.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsSkin Analysis and Client Consultation
Skin Analysis and Client Consultation
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 4 • Identifying Skin Types and Conditions
Teaches differentiation among oily, dry, combination, sensitive, and mature skin. Links each type to appropriate product and technique choices.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsSkincare Preparation and Facial Treatments
Skincare Preparation and Facial Treatments
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 5 • Toning, Serums, and Moisturizing
Explains the role of each skincare step in balancing pH, delivering actives, and sealing hydration. Builds a layering sequence that primes skin for makeup.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsMakeup Tools, Products, and Color Theory
Makeup Tools, Products, and Color Theory
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 5 • Brush Types and Their Functions
Identifies face, eye, and lip brushes by shape, fiber type, and intended use. Correct tool selection directly affects blending quality and finish.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsFoundation, Concealer, and Complexion Techniques
Foundation, Concealer, and Complexion Techniques
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 5 • Concealer Selection and Application
Addresses under-eye, blemish, and full-coverage concealer types and their correct placement. Proper concealer use enhances the foundation base without creasing or caking.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsContouring, Highlighting, and Facial Sculpting
Contouring, Highlighting, and Facial Sculpting
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 5 • Sculpting for Different Skin Tones
Adapts contour and highlight shade selection for fair, medium, tan, and deep skin tones. Ensures sculpting techniques are inclusive and effective across all clients.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsEye Makeup Artistry
Eye Makeup Artistry
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 6 • Brow Filling and Definition
Teaches pencil, powder, pomade, and tinted gel methods for filling and defining brows. Product and technique selection depends on desired density and natural brow hair.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsLip Artistry, Complete Looks, and Professional Execution
Lip Artistry, Complete Looks, and Professional Execution
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.
Lesson 5 • Lip Color Application and Finishing
Covers brush, direct, and blotting methods for applying and setting lip color. Finishing steps extend wear and refine the lip shape.
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This course is for you:
Aspiring makeup artist: ready to turn a lifelong passion into a profession.
Career changer: seeking a creative, people-centred alternative to a desk job.
Esthetician or nail tech: looking to expand services and increase earning potential.
Beauty enthusiast: wanting professional-level skills beyond what tutorials can teach.
Salon assistant: aiming to move into a licensed, client-facing makeup role.
Freelance photographer's collaborator: needing reliable makeup skills for every shoot.
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