
Basic to Advance Makeup Course
From your very first brush stroke to advanced special effects, this course gives you the complete makeup skill set professionals rely on every day. You will master skin prep, flawless base application, eye artistry, brow shaping, and full-face cohesion across every skin tone and occasion. Whether you are starting from scratch or levelling up your technique, this is the training that turns passion into a career.
What you will learn:
You will start with skin science, colour theory, and professional kit hygiene, then move into foundation matching, contouring, and sculpting techniques that work on every face shape. The course covers eye makeup, brow mapping, and lip application in precise detail, followed by complete look creation for bridal, editorial, and everyday clients. You will also explore airbrush application, special effects, and camera-ready makeup for photography and film. Business skills, social media strategy, and client management are included so you can build a sustainable career. By the end, you will have the technical range and professional confidence to work with any client.
How you study practically Basic to Advance Makeup Course
How you practise Basic to Advance Makeup Course
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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 • 38 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsFoundations of Makeup Artistry
Foundations of Makeup Artistry
Lesson 1 • Professional Kit Setup and Hygiene
Covers mandatory sanitation protocols and kit organisation for client-safe practice. Establishes the hygiene baseline every subsequent technique depends on.
Lesson 2 • Skin Types and Prep Protocols
Distinguishes oily, dry, combination, and sensitive skin and maps each to a prep routine. Proper prep directly determines foundation longevity and finish quality.
Lesson 3 • Lighting and Workspace Essentials
Explains how lighting temperature affects colour perception and how to set up a functional station. A properly lit workspace prevents correctable errors from going unnoticed.
Lesson 4 • Skin Anatomy and Undertones
Examines skin layers, sebaceous activity, and undertone theory. Accurate skin reading is the prerequisite for all colour-matching decisions in the course.
Lesson 5 • Colour Theory for Makeup
Introduces the colour wheel, complementary relationships, and neutralisation logic. Students apply these principles to correct discolouration and build harmonious looks.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsSkin Prep and Foundation Mastery
Skin Prep and Foundation Mastery
Lesson 1 • Application Tools and Methods
Covers brush, sponge, and finger application with technique variations for each. Tool choice directly affects finish texture and product consumption.
Lesson 2 • Shade Matching Techniques
Teaches jawline testing, natural-light verification, and undertone-led selection. Accurate shade matching is the single most visible marker of professional skill.
Lesson 3 • Foundation Formulas and Finishes
Compares liquid, cream, powder, and stick foundations by coverage and finish. Matching formula to skin type prevents common issues like creasing and oxidation.
Lesson 4 • Setting and Longevity Techniques
Applies translucent powders, setting sprays, and baking methods to lock the base. Students learn to balance longevity with a natural, non-cakey finish.
Lesson 5 • Concealer and Colour Correction
Addresses under-eye darkness, blemishes, redness, and hyperpigmentation with targeted concealers. Colour correction precedes concealer application to minimise product buildup.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsContouring, Highlighting, and Blush
Contouring, Highlighting, and Blush
Lesson 1 • Blush Placement by Face Shape
Maps blush application to each face shape for a lifted, healthy flush. Blush ties contour and highlight together into a cohesive, dimensional look.
Lesson 2 • Contouring Products and Placement
Compares matte powders, cream sticks, and bronzers for shadow creation. Correct placement recedes features and adds structural definition without looking muddy.
Lesson 3 • Bronzer and Sun-Kissed Looks
Distinguishes bronzer from contour and teaches natural warmth placement. Students create believable sun-kissed effects without muddying the base.
Lesson 4 • Highlighting for Dimension
Applies liquid, powder, and cream highlighters to the high planes of the face. Strategic highlight placement creates luminosity and lifts features optically.
Lesson 5 • Face Shape Analysis
Identifies oval, round, square, heart, and oblong face shapes through measurement and observation. Shape analysis determines every placement decision in this chapter.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsEye Makeup Fundamentals
Eye Makeup Fundamentals
Lesson 1 • Eye Looks for Different Eye Shapes
Adapts techniques for hooded, monolid, deep-set, and wide-set eyes. Shape-specific adjustments ensure every client's eyes appear balanced and open.
Lesson 2 • Mascara and Lash Enhancement
Applies mascara techniques and introduces strip and individual lash application. Lash enhancement frames the eye and completes any eye look.
Lesson 3 • Eye Anatomy and Primer Application
Maps the lid, crease, brow bone, and inner corner as placement zones. Eye primer prevents creasing and intensifies pigment payoff for all shadow techniques.
Lesson 4 • Eyeshadow Blending Techniques
Teaches windshield-wiper, circular, and patting motions for seamless transitions. Blending skill is the core differentiator between amateur and professional eye work.
Lesson 5 • Eyeliner Styles and Application
Covers pencil, gel, and liquid liner for tightlining, classic lines, and graphic shapes. Liner defines the eye and anchors shadow work to the lash line.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsBrow Shaping and Definition
Brow Shaping and Definition
Lesson 1 • Filling and Defining Sparse Brows
Applies hair-stroke and ombre techniques to create fullness in sparse or over-plucked brows. Realistic strokes require light pressure and directional awareness.
Lesson 2 • Brow Shaping with Wax and Threading
Introduces waxing and threading as hair-removal methods for clean brow architecture. Clean edges amplify the impact of any filling technique applied afterwards.
Lesson 3 • Brow Mapping and Symmetry
Uses the golden ratio and facial landmarks to determine ideal brow start, arch, and tail. Accurate mapping prevents asymmetry before any product is applied.
Lesson 4 • Brow Products and Their Uses
Compares pencils, pomades, powders, gels, and tinted serums for different brow densities. Product selection determines whether the result reads natural or defined.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsLip Makeup Techniques
Lip Makeup Techniques
Lesson 1 • Lip Anatomy and Shape Correction
Maps the Cupid's bow, philtrum columns, and lip border as structural guides. Liner placement corrects thin, uneven, or asymmetrical lips before colour is applied.
Lesson 2 • Lip Liner Application and Blending
Teaches precise liner tracing and blending into the lip for a seamless base. A well-applied liner prevents feathering and extends lipstick wear significantly.
Lesson 3 • Lipstick and Lip Gloss Application
Covers brush and direct application of cream, matte, and satin lipsticks plus gloss layering. Finish selection must complement the eye and skin look for overall balance.
Lesson 4 • Long-Lasting Lip Techniques
Applies blotting, powder setting, and layering methods to maximise lip colour wear. Students learn to maintain lip integrity through eating, drinking, and long events.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsComplete Look Creation and Cohesion
Complete Look Creation and Cohesion
Lesson 1 • Everyday and Natural Makeup Looks
Builds no-makeup makeup and polished everyday looks using minimal product. Speed and efficiency are emphasised alongside a flawless, effortless result.
Lesson 2 • Balancing Eyes, Lips, and Skin
Applies the rule of emphasis to prevent competing focal points in a complete look. Students learn to dial features up or down to achieve intentional visual harmony.
Lesson 3 • Client Consultation and Look Planning
Structures a pre-application consultation to align client expectations with achievable results. Documented look plans prevent miscommunication and support repeat bookings.
Lesson 4 • Evening and Glamour Looks
Elevates techniques with deeper pigments, cut creases, and high-impact finishes for evening wear. Drama is achieved through layering and precision rather than excess product.
Lesson 5 • Bridal Makeup Fundamentals
Addresses longevity, photography performance, and emotional client needs for bridal work. Bridal looks must remain flawless across ceremony, reception, and varied lighting.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsAdvanced Techniques and Special Effects
Advanced Techniques and Special Effects
Lesson 1 • Editorial and High-Fashion Makeup
Explores avant-garde colour, graphic liner, and textural elements used in editorial shoots. Students learn to interpret creative briefs and translate concepts into wearable art.
Lesson 2 • Airbrush Makeup Fundamentals
Introduces airbrush equipment, compressor settings, and water-based vs. silicone formulas. Airbrush delivers flawless, camera-ready coverage unachievable with manual tools.
Lesson 3 • Body Makeup and Skin Illustration
Extends makeup skills to the neck, décolletage, and body for events and productions. Body coverage and illustration require different product viscosities and setting methods.
Lesson 4 • Special Effects and Prosthetic Basics
Covers latex, silicone appliances, and wound simulation for theatrical and film contexts. SFX skills expand a makeup artist's market into entertainment and production.
Lesson 5 • Makeup for Photography and Film
Adapts techniques for HD cameras, studio lighting, and on-set continuity requirements. Camera-specific adjustments prevent flashback, shine, and colour distortion on screen.
Your valid completion certificate
This course is for you:
Beginners: eager to build a professional skill set from absolute zero.
Career changers: ready to leave their current field for the beauty industry.
Estheticians: looking to add makeup artistry to their existing service offerings.
Hobbyists: wanting to move beyond self-application into paid client work.
Beauty school graduates: seeking advanced techniques not covered in their programme.
Photographers and stylists: needing hands-on makeup skills for on-set versatility.
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